[Bill Phillips]

I fellow I know has a RV-9 and sustained a hefty bend in a gear leg after a hard landing. Can RV-9 cold rolled steel leg(s) be straightened? If so would a 12 ton press be sufficient? Would it still be strong? Any ideas on best method? Would a machine shop be a best option? Thanks in advance, Bill

 

[Larco]

This what you are looking for! They know how since they are the company who made the gear. Larry
http://www.langair.com/

 

[DCat22]

This what you are looking for! They know how since they are the company who made the gear. Larry
http://www.langair.com/

The instructions on http://www.langair.com/matchdrilling.html are a fun read.

 

[Bavafa]

The instructions on http://www.langair.com/matchdrilling.html are a fun read.

And you weren't kidding!!!

Thanks

 

[airguy]

The instructions on http://www.langair.com/matchdrilling.html are a fun read.

Classic, and appropriate. Just box it and send it.