A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

[flyguy]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

I just talked to Tom at Wag. Has anyone mentioned here that their struts are direct replacements for Taylorcraft part numbers. He read me the document.

Most straight-forward documentation for requiring the least paperwork that I have heard of so far. Correct me if I am wrong on this.

Consider: 4130, clamps come with struts, smaller fronts, but .049 thick, which I like, white epoxy primer and log entry only.

Knew I should have waited to order!!
DC

[astjp2]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Bout the same...they are way over built for the g load that most people are willing to fly. Tim

[flylo]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

How will WagAero's compare with Airframes for strength?

[Buell Powell]

Re: WagAero Struts

Darryl,
They are 4130 --Ft 2.67x1.44 .049 wall Rear--1.78x1.06X049 wall They come with clamps and are primed in Poly fiber epoxy off white primer.

[flyguy]

WagAero Struts

Anyone have specifications on Wag Aero Struts. Dimensions, materials, do they supply jury strut clamps?

[taylorcraftbc65]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

I will be getting a couple of sets from the foundation. I like the way that Alaska Airframes is building them, and it looks like the people who are taking the operation over from them will be building them the same way. Brie

[robbie]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Update on struts from Wag-aero. They got them, ready to ship, all approvals.
$520. per struts, including new clamps, plus shipping from WI. My set is available, can't use them at the present time.

[lfries]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

My total cost was $2,025.00 There was an 80 or 90 dollar
crating charge so the shipping must have been around 150.
Alaska to Visalia, CA.(Central Calif) My son feels that the primer is good enough to scuff and then paint.

[Carl E. Carson]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Airframes charged me $175.00 from Alaska to Iowa via Fed Ex truck express.

Carl

[astjp2]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

How much did fedex charge for the shipping?

[lfries]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Airframe Struts arrived today. I didn't have time to look at them but my son
is an A&P and IA did. He is very happy with the workmanship, primer, and the paperwork.
I'm a little unhappy with Fed Ex Ground lost 6 hours yesterday and they were going to make me wait again but finally agreed to deliver within my time frame which only cost me 4 hours today.

[Buell Powell]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Robbie,
Tom still does not have all the information yet but I talked to him today and wanted to post what he told me that I could since I had posted that I would by now. The price isn't firm yet due to getting the exact cost-they are still expecting around 1800.00 per set judging by the struts they build for Cubs,Aeronicas, Etc. They will come with clamps and he is going to have them primed with the Off white epoxy primer that we asked for. He is estimating about 3 weeks until they are able to build and ship the first batch but asked that I make sure not to indicate that as a firm date. They will probaby build and ship 10 sets per run. He wanted me to tell you that your struts will be in the first ones and he will contact you or would like for you to contact him anytime.
Buell

[Buell Powell]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Jon,
You are very welcome. One thing I would like to stress is that need to keep trying for an extension in our comments to the FAA on the revised AD. Our aircraft have been grounded for several weeks already and even with struts finally becoming avaliable it will be several more before we can install them. I believe that letting them sit for to long can create problems.
Buell

[gromit68]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Buell, thanks for the info.

I called wag aero again and spoke to Tom O'Neill.

He made it clear that they had indeed gotten all of their paperwork in order, including the termination action. he also stated that they had manufactured a protoype set, and installed them on a customer's aircraft, and everything went smoothly.

He couldn't guarantee a date for availability, but suggested they are very close to production, possibly within several weeks.

Tom promised that he would forward the most accurate info to Buell, who will post in this forum.

[robbie]

Re: A list of lift strut suppliers (updated 12 Dec 2007)

Good news Bill on Wag-Aero. I called for Tom last week and he was unavailable,
But Judy a sell rep. said the same to me about could be 6 months.
I was going to try Tom again today and speak with him, but will not now, will wait for your information. Need to know cost and delivery times.
Thanks Bill for the update.