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Old 11-29-2016, 08:21 AM
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I've been using a nylon strap from a ratchet strap. Works rather well and with the right length it stays well below the rudder.
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Old 11-29-2016, 11:12 AM
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I've been using a nylon strap from a ratchet strap. Works rather well and with the right length it stays well below the rudder.
Do you use something for a handle to pass through the ends? This seems like a simple/lightweight solution!

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Old 11-29-2016, 11:42 AM
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do you have a picture of how that's done?

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Old 11-29-2016, 03:01 PM
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Do you use something for a handle to pass through the ends? This seems like a simple/lightweight solution!

John
I just run the strap around the vertical post/axle of the tail wheel and in equal lengths wrap each end around each hand and pull. This method definetly won't push but it does pull. Another advantage I've found by having some excess length is it gets me back from the plane and I can easily see each wing tip for maneuvering clearance. "Patent Pending"
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Old 12-01-2016, 03:02 PM
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I had a small/short towbar I used for awhile. It is what I carry if I'm going out of town, but in the hangar I use a Bogert Bogi-Bar. Works, well, the t-handle slips out and I can put on an extension to use with a tug when needed...or an electric winch to pull my RV-4 back uphill into my hangar.

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Old 12-02-2016, 06:38 PM
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i just grab the tail spring lift the tail up and pull the airplane.....

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Old 12-03-2016, 08:43 AM
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I bought a Tailwheel Transporter as they advertised their shortest RV height model compatible with all RVs, including the RV3. It didn't work. Didn't have the clearance. I called them and got the equivalent of an, "oh well" response. Basically they told me that when they advertise compatible with all RVs what they mean is all RVs except with the original Vans non-swiveling tailwheel. Oh. Nice to know after the fact. Over $200 of scrap metal gathering dust in the corner of the hangar.

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Old 12-03-2016, 10:02 AM
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I bought a Tailwheel Transporter as they advertised their shortest RV height model compatible with all RVs, including the RV3. It didn't work. Didn't have the clearance. I called them and got the equivalent of an, "oh well" response. Basically they told me that when they advertise compatible with all RVs what they mean is all RVs except with the original Vans non-swiveling tailwheel. Oh. Nice to know after the fact. Over $200 of scrap metal gathering dust in the corner of the hangar.

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Old 12-08-2016, 03:39 PM
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I have the original non swivel tail wheel with a bolt holding the tire on. what is a good tow bar to use

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dan carley

This is what I use...cost about $8 to make...YMMV, Mike


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