Ted Westerman
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Having trouble moving my RV6A backwards...nose wheel binds .... anyone have advice?
Are you saying the wheel binds up while still in line with the direction you are moving the plane, or that the wheel swings over and drags sidewise a bit.
The later....binds hard
The later....binds hard
Bite the bullet and buy the outrageously expensive Bogert tow bar. I tried several others and nothing really worked, especially trying to move on grass.
I have to admit their tow bar makes an almost impossible task doable. You still need to move slowly or it will get away from you but just keep control of the handle and you can push her whatever direction you want, Its especially easy on pavement. Worked for me
Ground handling is way easier if you remove the stops. You won't have to worry about others damaging your nose gear while ground handling your plane, you can push the plane backwards and steer it easily (the wheel swings around backwards), and you no longer have the risk of shearing the mounting bolt. The only downside is be sure the nose wheel is back in position before starting or the prop will hit the pant. Plus you will save weight.
LeRoy Johnston RV-6A Esperanza 1000+ hrs
Depending on your weight and height... in a pinch you can push the tail down and turn yourself backwards. You sort of "capture" the horizontal with your butt and walk it backwards. I am not sure how easily the 6A will rock back on the mains though.... maybe someone else here has tried it and can add some info. I do it with the 9A.
Bite the bullet and buy the outrageously expensive Bogert tow bar. I tried several others and nothing really worked, especially trying to move on grass.
I have to admit their tow bar makes an almost impossible task doable. You still need to move slowly or it will get away from you but just keep control of the handle and you can push her whatever direction you want, Its especially easy on pavement. Worked for me