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RV-7/7A
02-04-2016, 04:03 PM
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New nose gear MKll
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aircrafter
New A model nose gear
Over the last week I have stripped the oleo and found the shaft guide ring was not within tolerance and had allowed the shaft to move forward and aft. This resulted in wear on the shaft. A new longer...
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RV-7/7A
01-21-2016, 10:06 PM
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New nose gear MKll
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aircrafter
I am slowly increasing the speed and in the...
I am slowly increasing the speed and in the latest video you can see I was able to rotate and keep the gear clear for a short period. The steering stops have now been fitted and work well. The...
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RV-7/7A
01-19-2016, 02:41 PM
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aircrafter
This is a picture of a early version that was not...
This is a picture of a early version that was not used but does show the attachment.
http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj627/mickandfi/RV7A%20Nose%20gear/9060AFF4-29AD-4816-8FAD-0B2DB09705BA.jpg...
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RV-7/7A
01-15-2016, 11:38 PM
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aircrafter
Scissor links fitted
The scissor links are now fitted.
The collar for the links also acts as a friction shimmy dampener and as can be seen in the new vid the wheel no longer follows the undulations at slower speeds.
The...
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RV-7/7A
01-07-2016, 05:45 AM
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aircrafter
I did look into the Lancair strut, nice unit. The...
I did look into the Lancair strut, nice unit. The problem I felt was mounting to the engine mount and the cost.. Around $4,000 just for the strut. The total cost so far for my gear is around $2,500....
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RV-7/7A
01-06-2016, 01:26 AM
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New nose gear MKll
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aircrafter
Hi Steve All good points. I don't think it would...
Hi Steve
All good points. I don't think it would be wise to fly without a wheel fairing fitted because of the points you listed. At the moment there is no steering stops fitted and I'm looking at...
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RV-7/7A
01-05-2016, 11:30 PM
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aircrafter
Weight comparison
Vans nose gear including nose wheel, minus fairings 21Lbs
New nose gear including larger nose wheel, minus fairings 24Lbs
I should be able to shave another pound from the next gear I'm having...
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RV-7/7A
12-31-2015, 03:00 PM
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aircrafter
I will try and answer the last couple of...
I will try and answer the last couple of posts.
The wheel base has been kept as per original, I wanted to be able to use Vans weight and balance formula.
The design of the Vans nose gear has been...
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RV-7/7A
12-31-2015, 02:42 AM
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aircrafter
Bill I'll take your money:) Unfortunately my RV...
Bill I'll take your money:)
Unfortunately my RV has yet to get its CofA. I'm having trouble with the fuel servo and in the video you can hear she's not running right, stumbles and missing at idle....
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RV-7/7A
12-30-2015, 07:21 AM
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aircrafter
I did find the first couple of nose wheel forks...
I did find the first couple of nose wheel forks flexing exactly as you describe. This one using a curve has lessened the side ways flex but there is some. No signs of rubbing but I would like it a...
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RV-7/7A
12-30-2015, 01:14 AM
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aircrafter
Right where you see that rotation is very soft...
Right where you see that rotation is very soft sand and I suspect it is sinking slightly into the softer stuff. I have been stuck in those spots with the original Vans nose wheel. We have been in...
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RV-7/7A
12-29-2015, 07:32 PM
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aircrafter
Video
Santa dropped off a GoPro and have been able to get some video of the nose gear in action. This is the YouTube link. http://youtu.be/h574vQAQEGg
Mick
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RV-7/7A
12-20-2015, 02:58 PM
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aircrafter
Fully castering steering. I tested several nose...
Fully castering steering.
I tested several nose wheel fork caster angles and found most wanted to fall over when turning. It does look deceptive but it has an effective 3degree caster angle.
Mick
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RV-7/7A
12-20-2015, 02:07 PM
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aircrafter
It's really just a personal project/challenge....
It's really just a personal project/challenge. The wife calls it the stick of steel for some reason.
As for weight, I have yet to weigh it in it's present form. Best guess would be about 5-6lbs...
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RV-7/7A
12-19-2015, 02:29 PM
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aircrafter
New nose gear MKll
Its been a few years since my last update on the new nose gear for my RV.
As happens life gets in the way and now have found time to continue with the new gear leg.
The strut has been changed to a...
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RV General Discussion/News
11-30-2014, 08:36 PM
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Dumb Ozzie
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aircrafter
Phil, Can you drill out the screws holding the...
Phil,
Can you drill out the screws holding the rear section?
You can give me a call if you want. My number is 03 53461248
Cheers
Mick
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RV-7/7A
09-14-2014, 02:17 AM
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Is there a fix?
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aircrafter
Not uncommon for the flap to have a joggle for...
Not uncommon for the flap to have a joggle for correct fit to fuselage.
I checked mine several times before drilling and still needed the joggle, end up with a joggle on both flaps but i have also...
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