Need Rear Wing Struts

[Grant S. Bailey]

I need a set of rear wing struts for my 1951 Model 19. I phoned Univair today and they make new rear struts for the BC-12D but advised me that these struts are not approved for the Model 19. I am quite convinced that they are the same strut, and if so, I would be able to put them on my airplane as it is in the owner maintenance category in Canada. However I want to make darn sure they are the same strut before I order a set. Can anyone confirm this? Forrest, do you know? Appreciate any help or advice anyone can lend.

[N96337]

Re: Need Rear Wing Struts

Maybe try the factory? It seems they're trying pretty hard to help us all out, and they'd most likely be able to tell you application for sure... just a thought.
John H.

[Robert Lees]

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I've got the dimensions (incl wall thickness) for my '46 struts, Grant...

Send me an email to remind me. (it's 2 am here; I'll forget)

[Forrest Barber]

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Different type certificate #696 vs #1A9 , they are the same part #. Check your Parts list. OR see what the factory says













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[jason packham]

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Why not make your own struts buy the materials weld it up.Then you can make as strong as you want.I made my own for my project.

[Yellow Duck]

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Jason, have you posted pictures of your project. The on on your aviator looks nice. Would love to see more.

[mulwyk]

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Jason:

Can you give more details on making your own struts?

Where did you get the materials?, did you jig the parts before welding? Gas welded or TIG? Approximate cost?

That's a fine looking project, we'd all like to see more photos too!

Bob Gustafson

[jason packham]

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matrial for lift struts from aircraft spruce a little heavy due to .049 wall streamline tubing.4130 steel plates for pick up and tube for adjusting strut Jig on wood table and gas welded.Just like all the tail fearthers,new gear made in metal jig.Aircraft is in homebuilt cat short mount,sky light o200 no electrics with aero thane paint.6 new spar,new hand made doors cowls fairings etc !!! HOPE TO BE IN ALLIANCE IN JULY WITH PLANE??

[crispy critter]

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When is the fly-in going to be this year in Alliance??

[Forrest Barber]

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Never changes, the Week-end after the Fourth of July Soooo that is 7th,8th 9th Bob is changing the web-site right now... Just checked in with VAA and Yes , I will be back in Type Club at OSH. WE do have a forumn slot at SNF on Thurs at 1PM. all being put on the web site . thanks for asking... see u there?

[Pearson]

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I have a friend that owns several manufacturing companies. He has told me that if there was a demand for a good number, he could manufacture almost anything needed for an antique airplane.

If there is enough interest and, someone has the specs, it may be worth investigating. I would need a sample of the different sizes of tubing involved. A foot or so of each size should be sufficient.

Each individual would probably have to do the welding themselves, unless someone knows how we can have complete assemblies made without PMA approval.

Naturally, the more interest there is, the lower the unit price. So, if anyone is interested in such a venture, let me know. But understand, this would take several months before anyone would have strut material in hand.