Date: Sun, 6 Feb 2000 18:42:01 +1300
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To: lancair.list@olsusa.com
From: John  & Pam Spry <spry@pop.ihug.co.nz>
Subject: Spry Vs Ong Shock absorbers
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Greetings All:-

I have not closely inspected or used Tim's shocks, but I can tell you that
either will be vastly superior to the standard rubber doughnuts.

My shocks (Glide-Ride) are heavier than Tim's - mine add about 2# to the
weight of your aircraft. They are however rugged and tough - they use KONI
components that have been proven on race and rally tracks all over the world
for over 50 years and they are backed by KONI. 

My shocks use coil springs with an oil filled internal damper - Tim's use
pressurised gas for the suspension. In the unlikely event of a seal or valve
failure my shocks will still be safe to fly.

Both shocks are adjustable, both have roughly the same travel, and both are
simple bolt in replacements.

I have shocks on 235's using 1000# springs and on 360's with the outback
gear option using 1500# rated springs - no problem.

Will they be at Oshkosh - of course. I plan to be there and also Lancair
uses a set of Glide-Rides on the factory demonstrator.

Lastly, mine are not the dearest on the market - but they should be ! Mine
are $940, Tims's are $1195.


Cheers

John Spry 


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