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[rv9ralph]

Eddie,
When I did my alignment, I used 2, 3/4 inch nuts as standoffs from the rim. Their tolerance was close enough that it did not change my calculations, but made the process easier getting the straight edge out beyond the tire sidewalls.
Did you do the alignment with the weight on the wheels and the stress off the gear. Let me explain, when weight is put straight down onto the wheels (as in lowering from a jack) or if they roll with some side load (due to misalignment), the gear will flex and could change your calculations. One way to alleviate this is to use 2 metal plates with oil/grease between them under the tires.

Ralph

[efwd]

My tires are resting on free castering dolly's. I would think that this would free up any binding that could add to toe in or toe out. I suspect that measurements would change if the tail were up into a level flight attitude also but as one dimension is increased then the next would decrease. it's all about the difference so I am feeling OK with it. The directions don't mention flight attitude. Biggest deal for me would be landing in a three point position, at least during first test flights. Am I thinking to little?
Eddie