Peter Grylls
Member
The Rv4 I purchased a couple of years ago was built in 1990. It is a basic wood prop, 150hp version (Dynafocal), fitted with short legs. I love the visibility that the short legs offer on the ground.
"However", after an investigation into somewhat excessive tire wear. It would seem the original builder has miss-drilled the left leg & engine mount. He has then attempted to re-drill. The end result is I need to replace at least one leg & Repair replace the engine mount.
I am aware that short legs & mount are no longer available through Vans, but I can get a new leg (short) manufactured & I would have to have the engine mount repaired & redrilled. I know that a new set of long legs & mount would be the "correct" way to repair it but I am reluctant to go down that path due to the complications & probability of things no longer fitting.
Has anyone got experience in going from short to long's. Am I going to have cowl, airbox, carburetor fitment issues?
I am not a builder as such but my buddy is, however I don't want to stretch the friendship more than I have to.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
"However", after an investigation into somewhat excessive tire wear. It would seem the original builder has miss-drilled the left leg & engine mount. He has then attempted to re-drill. The end result is I need to replace at least one leg & Repair replace the engine mount.
I am aware that short legs & mount are no longer available through Vans, but I can get a new leg (short) manufactured & I would have to have the engine mount repaired & redrilled. I know that a new set of long legs & mount would be the "correct" way to repair it but I am reluctant to go down that path due to the complications & probability of things no longer fitting.
Has anyone got experience in going from short to long's. Am I going to have cowl, airbox, carburetor fitment issues?
I am not a builder as such but my buddy is, however I don't want to stretch the friendship more than I have to.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.