Pietenpol-List: Rudder Return Spring

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Original Posted By: Isablcorky(at)aol.com
We are going with pedals. We installed Piper return springs but something strongeris required. I can't seem to find any information in the archives. I know.......ifwe would have followed the plans and went with a rudder bar we wouldn'tbe in this predicament. Any other suggestions would be appreciated.Lynn & Kevin KnollPiet/VairWichita________________________________________________________________________________

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Original Posted By: "Rob Stapleton"
Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Rudder Return SpringUse a rudder bar for front pit feet, connect to pedals with a 3/8 4130 rod on either side and your problem is solved.That old dumb fellow in Louisiana________________________________________________________________________________

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Original Posted By: Lynn Knoll
Do you have front pedals also? Are the front and rear linked? If so, I used abungee cord pre made and tied it around a eye in the firewall and hooked it toeach pedal, it works great. Let me know if you would like to see a pic.Dick N. ----- Original Message -----

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Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
Mark,I have no intention of charging for the rides, I want to do it on behalf theEAA program for free. As for the ELSA program and the FAA, it is myunderstanding that you can charge for instruction while flying an ELSA.While the category is very restrictive (ie.no night flights, and no flightsover 10,000 ft etc.) it is our mission to advance interest in flying and Ithink the Pietenpol will attract attention and can be used as an example.Now, whether I can find the time to work on this project and finish it, is afar deeper question on my mind.Thanks for your reply I will let you know what I am going to do, after Italk with the local FSDO about it.Regards,Rob-----Original Message-----

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Original Posted By: "Mark Blackwell"