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From:  n295vv@aol.com

Rather than lift by the engine lifting rings, I prefer to lift the nose of my
IV by placing a nylon strap around the Prop shaft behind the nose cone.

Since the balance of the IV is not very nose heavy, I have to add some weight
on the top of the engine, usually several cases of oil, just to be safe.

I don't disagree with those who use the  engine rings, for they are only
putting 1G on the gearcase, and the acceleration factor is negligable.  I
prefer my method because it spreads out that one G along the bearing
journals--the same thing that occurs in flight.

Now, in regards to the great Peel Ply controversey, I have maintained for
years that Neico is making a mistake by not having it removed in the
Phillipines, where the parts are made.  Heck, for about five dollars in labor
over there, the whole darned plane could be peeled, and the natives would be
happy for the income!

Additionally, we have all heard about the two planes built without the peel
ply being completely removed -- if I were Neico, I would want to completely
eliminate this possibility because of Lawsuit liability.

Further, wouldn't we all pay an extra hundred bucks not to have to go through
this misery?  Neico could make an extra $95 on each plane, and some guy could
feed his family in the Phillipines.  What a deal....

David Jones