Is there a preferred tie down method for an engine break in (to not over stress and fuselage comonents)? Tail only... tail and mains, something else?
This is a Model III with 582.
Many thanks,
Larry S.
Is there a preferred tie down method for an engine break in (to not over stress and fuselage comonents)? Tail only... tail and mains, something else?
This is a Model III with 582.
Many thanks,
Larry S.
Larry, On my 1st run with my IO-240 powered Series 5 , I chocked both mains and tied my tailspring to a tree in my front yard, and the tree and plane stayed put. Have fun Bruce Lina
chock wheels and tie tailwheel down to anything over 1000 lbs
I would suggest a hose tie wrapped to main gear spraying a mist to radiator
your breakin will be about an hour if done correctly.
have fun
If your rope is more than about 1 or 2 feet long be sure to keep the stick held back. You will be focused on the tach and EGT gauges and won't notice if the tail comes up.
Tom Jones
Classic 4 builder
Short tether with a boat tie down strap from the tail spring to the hitch on my car. Don't do this if you're concerned about the state of the finish on your car.
-- Paul S
Model III SN910
582 IVO Med
Landing was rough with the truck attached to the tail, but otherwise all
went well ... Dodge Dakota, and a tow strap did the trick for me.
Jeff