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From: "Marvin Kaye" <marv@lancaironline.net>
Subject: Re: LC2 dual nose gear gas springs....
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Posted for "Sikora, Edward A" <edward.a.sikora@usago.ksc.nasa.gov>:

Reading the discussion of the nose gear gas springs I only see one mention
of a dual arrangement.  Seemed like a natural to me so I employed 2  60lb
force gas springs with rod end bearings (shortened the shank of the
bearings) to provide an even force on both sides of the O/C mechanism.  The
bearings really make extension and retraction smooth with no binding. 

Not sure which brand gas springs I used (I'm at work) but I found a plethora
on the internet. 

-Ed Sikora 
   LC235 (someday)