Pietenpol-List: Gear/Strut Fitting

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Original Posted By: Jim Ash
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Gear/Strut FittingDear Arthur:Thanks for the response. My fittings measure about 121 degrees. I did not have problems with cracking, but did use a pretty large bend radius. I don't think the piece that has the 121 degree bend will carry much tension load, butthe bottom piece will. That is why I a worried about the fore and aft weld at the bend line (combined with the weld around the 1" hinge lug) ruining the integrity of the fitting. I figured the 121 degree bend by mocking up a spar overthe fuselage and measuring out to where the strut will attach on the upper end.I figured this with the wing 2" higher than on the plans. With regard to the main wheel placement- I have read what seems like hundreds of Matronics posts and have decided to go with the main wheel center 1" forward of the plans. My method of deciding this was completely unscientific, and I hope it works out. Iam using a split gear as per the Improved Aircamper plans, with brakes.Thanks Again,Craig________________________________________________________________________________Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2003 15:50:25 -0400

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craig,which plans do you refer to?chris bobka----- Original Message -----

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Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Gear/Strut FittingChris, The plans I have are the "Improved Aircamper" dated 1-25-34 by Orrin Hoopman.Craig________________________________________________________________________________