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Old 05-22-2009, 03:12 PM
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Hi experts - I need to figure out what control column grips to get for my -9A. My requirements are pretty basic:
  • Pilot side - PTT, autopilot disconnect, pitch trim, very comfortable for left hand
  • Copilot - PTT only
I see that Vans has a two models, but it looks like neither will work for me because I want 2 switches. and don't need a 4-way coolie switch (is there a pitch trim only coolie?)

The company that (I thought) picked up CH grips seems to have disappeared, and I'm not interested in a super complex military style grip.

For the copilot side, a simple bike grip might work, but I'd love to get your recommendations on the pilot side grip. Thanks for any help,
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Old 05-22-2009, 03:20 PM
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...The company that (I thought) picked up CH grips seems to have disappeared...
I believe the former CH grips have reappeared as Tosten Manufacturing:
http://tostenmanufacturing.com/
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Old 05-22-2009, 03:21 PM
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http://tostenmanufacturing.com/

Kevin Willianson
acgrips@yahoo.com

They're still there. Received a pair last week.....
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Old 05-22-2009, 03:21 PM
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I have two of the stone simple G101's for my airplane, but the other grips are quite nice, and would fit your bill...

http://www.rayallencompany.com/products/stickgrips.html

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Old 05-22-2009, 03:23 PM
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Default Ray Allen

Dave,

G205 on the pilot side and G101 for the little girl flying co-pilot. Works great for Kate and I.
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Old 05-22-2009, 05:21 PM
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Thanks Guys - my old Tosten link didn't work and I had forgotten completely about Ray Allen! Now I can pick one and move on!
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