[rockwoodrv9]

I have searched the threads and haven't seen much about transporting finished wings (no paint or glass) flat on a trailer. They would be well padded under, padding, plywood, padding, second wing, then plywood covering both. I would lay them flat side to flat side with the crank down on the lower and up on the second wing. With plenty of padding and support, I can't see a problem, but thought I would ask. Most carry them upright in a cradle, but some have laid them down. They fit better on my trailer laying down.

Anyone with good or bad experiences laying them down? It will be a long distance trip back. Thanks.

 

[tkatc]

I transported in a cradle but don't see a problem transporting the way you described. I might not use plywood on top though. Just use WAY TOO MUCH padding and you should be fine.

 

[rockwoodrv9]

Thanks. I have tons of blankets, padded blankets, and 6" batts of insulation. If it wasn't so itchy, I wouldn't mind ridding there! Plywood on top because a QB fuselage is going there!

 

[bret]

We transported my wings from Kansas to Nevada laying flat in a rough riding lifted Dodge 4X4, No problem.

 

[airguy]

Mine went 40 miles laying flat, padded and strapped.

 

[Larry Ocker]

Shipping flat

I shipped two wings laying flat, one under the fuselage which was on wheels and one under a 1952 John Deere B, from Kenosha, Wi. to Elk Park, NC, 750 miles. Now I'm flying the RV7A.

Larry
N200LL

 

[rocketbob]

Numerous times I've seen salvage companies haul wings by doing nothing more than strapping them down to a flatbed trailer. Mine were hauled this way when they dismantled my -6 at SNF. Ruined the paint but didn't damage the wings.

 

[mikehoover]

Not sure how far you have to go but when I moved my project to the airport a few+ years ago, I used a small flat bed trailer and padded with movers blankets under the wing. I was only traveling several miles and drove slowly. Got lots of inquisitive looks from other drivers.

http://www.aclog.com/rv-9a/images/Journal/1c7c583c587aa9aa7db315662c17aa4322288_DCP_0127.JPG

 

[Dbro172]

Memory Foam or Egg Crate

I've often pondered the same thing myself. Given the amount of time into these wings i would hate for one pothole to have it's way with them. I think a couple memory foam pads or egg crate pads (i'm thinking at least 4" thick) would make a nice bed to transport the wings flat. Could probably stack on top one another with a pad in-between. Here is a link. Cheap Insurance I think.

http://www.target.com/p/enhance-highloft-4-memory-foam-topper-white/-/A-13287538

 

[pazmanyflyer]

Secure it from sliding around too

Lots of foam and padding for sure. I bought my wings from another builder at Cable Airport in CA last June. Brought them home to Phoenix, AZ on a flat trailer. I also secured the wings from sliding front/back/left/right with straps across the tops and then straight down screwed to the floor boards.

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showpost.php?p=551219&postcount=1252

 

[Mike S]

Lots of padding, lots of tie down straps.

Lots of miles traveled (750), arived just fine.