Two Restorations At Once

[astjp2]

Be aware that powder coating can hide corrosion. Some is porous and sometime things corrode crime the inside out.

[CaptainJon]

Making progress on my right gear repair. My neighbor, and arguably the best welder on the field, says he can "repair" the gear leg. I'll make an order to Wag Aero for some of the parts. Can somebody tell me the wall thickness of the main gear leg tubes? How about the smaller upper tubes?. Wag says they carry the streamline tie strut tubing, bearing assembly, half moon and end cap.........

[PA1195]

The wall thickness may be less than original if there's any internal or external corrosion. I'd confirm the tubing's condition before I did a repair. The diagonal strut is open via the SB drain hole at the bottom and near the common welded bungee cluster at the top. Same for the upper tubes. The main legs may be open at the upper hole on the outer brake torque plate if it's present. Tap and blow air into all orifices to check for loose corrosion.

Landing gear tie strut SB ce-11-05.pdf

Gary

[waltermrich]

Wow that's great news that Wag Aero has the streamlined tie strut tubing. That may be something we will all be needing eventually.