Thanks for the strut info, Gary.
For the bobweight, I have an early SB that has a rough drawing of the bobweight and says that "drawings would be available from Lancair". It looks like a fairly simple thing to fabricate (two plates that are basically extended version of the elevator idler arm plates with a lead weight attached either between the plates or to the outside), I'd just like to get an idea of the outer shape of the plates and the amount of weight recommended. Thanks.
----- Original Message ----
From: Gary Edwards <gary21sn@hotmail.com>
To: lml@lancaironline.net
Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:34:02 AM
Subject: [LML] Re: Canopy struts & elevator bobweight for 320
I need to replace the gas struts on my 320-style front hinge canopy, but can't find any indications on the struts of the load rating needed. Tech support at Lancair didn't kow the answer either. Can anyone tell me what load rating these should be?
I'm also looking for any drawings/photos of the 235/320 elevator bobweight assembly. Again Lancair did not have any drawings for this.
Scott
L235
I just replaced a canopy strut; an original from the factory canopy kit. The canopy was getting a bit marginal in staying opened on its own. The old strut measured 46 pounds when pushed on some scales. The new strut, from the factory, which is the same brand, when pushed on the scales indicated 90 pounds. I would think, they (the parts department) could have done the same push test to get you the info.
I can send you some pics of the bob weight idler arm. Hopefully, a builder that has one that is not installed will step up and offer to send you a pattern. I know of 2 other builders that also need a pattern. I believe the factory has the pre-molded lead weight.
Gary Edwards
LNC2
Medford, Oregon