Why is one end bolted?

[mhorowit]

Anyone know why one end of the Landing gear down tube brace is bolted in place while the upper end is welded?

[jgerard]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

Nice pic

I think I heard something about ease of manufacturing and to hold the wheelpant backing plate on.

[mhorowit]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

Nice pic

I think I heard something about ease of manufacturing and to hold the wheelpant backing plate on.

Pic isn't orginal; picked it up as an idea to try.
Right, forgot all about the backing plate. - Mike

[jgerard]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

I was teasing you because that is my plane/pic

[mhorowit]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

Well, at least someone else thought it was a good idea! - MIke

[jgerard]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

http://alliancememory.org/cdm4/item_viewer.php?CISOROOT=/taylor&CISOPTR=137&REC=1

Landing gear in jig

[mhorowit]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

nice catch - Mike

[Forrest Barber]

Re: Why is one end bolted?

I need an increase in salary!! It is bolted to ease the replacement of the tie strut if you damage it.....The factory should be selling these as a separate item. You weld the top part with a splice & bolt the bottom into place.