Got a hangar!

[AlphaCharlieBravo]

So guys I will be moving my project to the airport (30 miles) away the beginning of the week. Looking at the 20' U-Haul that will accommodate the gear width. I see that the ramp width is a little under 3' . What have you guys done to get the fuselage up into the door opening? Did u-haul supply you with an additional ramp?

Im sitting on new tires, engine mounted, canopy installed.

So I guess I am interested in the transition from the ground into the box truck.

Thank you
Arnie

 

[BobTurner]

I rented a tilt-bed truck, used for hauling cars. It had a cable winch to pull the plane up onto the tilted bed.

 

[Desert Rat]

After looking at all the options I decided to minimize my stress by fixing this job with the checkbook. Called a local wrecker company that had been recommended to me and told them I wanted to move an airplane. The receptionist didn’t even pause to think about it. She just asked if the wings were on and how wide the mains were.

Driver showed up with a tilt back truck, dropped the bed within a couple of inches of the garage in my very sloped driveway and had it loaded up and strapped down within about 20 minutes.

I asked him if this was the first airplane he’d moved and he said nah, but we had to get the last one out of a field.

Pricey but worth it

 

[Daddyman58]

I rented a tilt-bed truck, used for hauling cars. It had a cable winch to pull the plane up onto the tilted bed.

Same here,
I requested a driver that has done this before.
Had to watch out carefully to prevent the tail from scraping. Used additional ramp boards to lessen the tilt-truck bed angle.
Daddyman

 

[rv12is]

Nose wheel or tail dragger? That will likely make a difference in the best way to approach it.

Here's a picture of the ramps I used to get my 12iS fuselage into a 26 ft U-Haul.


The ramps at the bottom were some I already had on hand. To bridge the rest of the way I used two almost 8 ft long 2x8s. I attached some scrap 1 by to the sides to help prevent running off. Then to ensure they could support the weight, there is a 2x4 mounted vertically underneath.

I initially tried to use some shorter ramps, but ran into a problem with the tail hitting the road.

I had planned on building a stand to transport the airplane with the nose elevated so that the tail would clear. But ran into some complications with the wheel wells. Ended up driving the 40 miles with the door open and the tail sticking out the back end. Best part of the trip was the smiles and pictures as people were passing us on the interstate.


Before you leave the U-Haul facility, check inside the truck and see if there's a dolly strapped to the side. They'll try to charge you a dolly rental fee just for moving it out of the way.

 

[AlphaCharlieBravo]

Perfect RV12is!

I went to Uhaul today and took some measurements and it looks like I can build a couple of ramps 8-10' long and Ill drag it up tail first so the wheel well humps shown in your picture will essentially act as wheel chocks. I am using the 26 footer as well.
1.19 /mile. 50 dollars a day. 30 miles ea way.
Thanks for the pictures. Confirmed what I had planned.

Thank you
A

 

[nohoflyer]

I hired professional movers. No way was I going to chance moving it myself. Think of the cost of your investment. One bad move could set you back years.

 

[rv12is]

While not an RV, this site gives some good details on how they loaded their plane into a uhaul.
http://www.rynoth.com/wordpress/waiex/2015/09/12/move-of-airplane-from-basement-to-hangar/

 

[Rv-12David]

You might also want to ask around the airport if someone has a trailer. Often someone does and might be able to lend experience to loading things up.

And great that you found hangar space. It seems simple enough but turns out to be quite a challenge for most.

 

[AlphaCharlieBravo]

Just a follow up.

I did use the 26' Uhaul , built ramps and rigged with straps. Used a come-along and she rolled right on up the ramps. Strapped down for the 30 mile trip and she is now in her new home for final assembly.

In a couple of weeks Ill get a much smaller truck for the wing transport.

I added last night my HS and my tools and one (1) eaa bench for now.

Today and subsequent days Ill fill my car with VS, rudder, cowling , panel and all the rest of the pieces.

I didn't do it this way to save money as much as wanting full control over transport. I spent a leisurely day packing things up with only 8' of terror as it rolled up the ramps...

All in all happy with my decision and glad to be at the airport.

A

 

[DeltaRomeo]

Whooop whoooop!!!!!! Awesome news. Enjoy your new hangar looks great!

 

[wirejock]

I hired a flatbed tow hauler. They were pretty excited about it and treated my Lucy like it was their child. It cost a bit, but I didn't have to build or rent anything. It was a 45 mile trip down the mountain.
I followed with a trailer full of everything else. I have FRS walkie talkies and we used them to communicate during the trip.
Funny, I was so stressed, I messed up latching my trailer to the truck. Just before we got to the airport, the receiver fell out and the trailer skidded behind. I didn't put the pin through the hole. No damage. Tow chains held.

 

[Webb]

I hired a flatbed wrecker. 200 bucks. The guy was so outstanding and took such care I tipped him another hundred.

This is not time to be cheap. You spent a lot of time, sweat, and money on a great build. Get it there in the same fashion.

He did in 2 hours what it would have taken all day for me to move 25 miles. Not to mention I would have to recruited a friend.