woodsideraff
Well Known Member
I just balanced the mains on my 8-A. This greatly reduced my shimmy.
During the balancing process, I noticed a flat area on each tire. My plane sits sometimes for 4 weeks at a time. I believe that during this time, the tires develop a flat area. I also believe this contributes to inducing resonant vibrations during taxi.
I'm wondering if "stiffer" tires are available and if they would help with the flat spot issue. Would higher ply design help?
Anyone with any experience with this issue?
Thanks and regards,
Rafael
During the balancing process, I noticed a flat area on each tire. My plane sits sometimes for 4 weeks at a time. I believe that during this time, the tires develop a flat area. I also believe this contributes to inducing resonant vibrations during taxi.
I'm wondering if "stiffer" tires are available and if they would help with the flat spot issue. Would higher ply design help?
Anyone with any experience with this issue?
Thanks and regards,
Rafael