lower jury strut mounting strap question

[N74DV]

On the rear of my lower jury strut strap mounts I notice that they can slide on the lift strut about a 0.50" either side of center with little force. Is this normal or should I fabricate new straps that are tighter?

[crispy critter]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

I have seen a few people that have a piece of rubber between the strap and the strut.It works really well.

[Ragwing nut]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

More than likely a homemade strap now. If it is tight on the strut, make a new one that fits better, it should but up to the jury strut.

Mike

[Forrest Barber]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

the jury strut clamps do not have to fit tight to the strut. Use wraps of Industrial white tape, usually about 3/4 wide and usually takes about 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 wraps....

[N74DV]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

thanks. I think I'll try the white tape. sounds reasonable.

[Robert Lees]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

Electricians tape conveniently comes in a wide range of colours, some very similar to the colour charts of certain paint manufacturers.

[VictorBravo]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

3M "Microfoam" tape is very thin but provides some cushion. Mine has this tape installed on the inside of the strap, then razor trimmed flush with the edges of the strap. When installed, you can hardly see that there is anything there.

[NY86]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

I've used a product called "Stone guard" from a body shop. It's a heavy clear plastic material, nearly invisible when in place.

[M Towsley]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

DJ,

I might have missed the post, but I take it she got home alright??? My former BC-12D had a couple wraps of white tape around the strut. Have fun!!!

[N74DV]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

DJ,

I might have missed the post, but I take it she got home alright???

Indeed she did! Jason Gerard made the trip from Indiana to Arizona in about 4 days and 25 flight hours. Took her up this morning for about 30 minutes and 5 touch and go's. She's got a few squawks but nothing major.

[Forrest Barber]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

Do not use PLASTIC tape, ( the black electric type) I have seen rust under it rot right through the strut I think I'll have another BEER , make some big decisions, watch The Unit and go to bed!!
I did get 21 slides done for the NEW Power point presentation
Taylorcraft, the War Years 1942 thru 1945. and some other research today. WINTER IS IN OHIO!

[N74DV]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

Forrest... what is "Industrial" white tape? is it a cloth based tape?

[Forrest Barber]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

Yes cloth based, I could not find my roll today . Very porous and wider than the jury clamps.

[VictorBravo]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

I have an idea... what do you guys think about using the rubber channel from an Adel clamp on the jury strut clamps?? It should not hold water or cause corrosion, but it will also cushion the clamp.

[Forrest Barber]

Re: lower jury strut mounting strap question

If the clamps,& struts are held to a tight dimension this could work. The tape allowed for varience upon assembly , we used at least 1 1/2 wraps, thick on bottom or up to 3 1/2 to take up varience.... Then the touch up guy used strut color on the tape with a brush, looked good for a while.