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Ptbob484
 Post subject: Tailwheel chain clips
PostPosted: Fri Feb 25, 2022 8:30 pm 
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Hi all!

I am looking for an alternative to the clips that are common on tailwheel chains (see pic). I know Mauls use what is shown in 2nd pic, but I can't source them separately. Does anybody have any cost effective suggestions?




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Ryan Allen
PostPosted: Fri Feb 25, 2022 8:39 pm 
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Maybe a swaged one of these onto your rudder cables?

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James Grahn
PostPosted: Fri Feb 25, 2022 9:02 pm 
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Go to the aircraft section at Lowes! They have them.
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mgon
PostPosted: Fri Feb 25, 2022 10:33 pm 
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one idea maybe.

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Doug S
PostPosted: Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:03 am 
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I use a stainless version of the Maule type. Readily available online - Google "threaded quick link stainless steel". You will need to drill safety wire hole, easily accomplished with a cobalt bit.


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Jim Mantyla
PostPosted: Sat Feb 26, 2022 12:31 pm 
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I use the ones Cubes mentioned being available at Lowes. They work well.

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ScottECG
PostPosted: Sat Feb 26, 2022 8:52 pm 
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You can order them from Maule (229) 985-2045

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