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| Author: | Derek Fritschle [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 5:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
I am considering buying a Thorp with bent main gear. I have been told that some of you have had success straightening them. This set is bent approx. 10 deg. inboard and 10 deg. aft. Is there any chance of salvaging them? |
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| Author: | Bill Williams [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 6:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
I have straightened several with good results. If the metal shows NO signs of cracks, straighten it cold. There is a difference of opinion that it needs to be re-heat treated after straightening. When these gear come back from the heat treat, they are bent and need straighten Ken Brock straightened my original gear. I had the good favor of knowing Steve Whitman, the designer of this style of gear and he had no problems with cold straightening. |
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| Author: | Derek Fritschle [ Wed Dec 01, 2010 6:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
Bill, Thanks for the info that gives me some hope. I haven't actually seen the a/c yet to inspect it as it is in TX and I'm in IL. |
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| Author: | BobMoe [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 8:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
I straightened a set with a 20 press. Took all 20 ton, but they look pretty good. Bob MO Evansville |
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| Author: | admin [ Thu Dec 02, 2010 9:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
I have a Thorp for sale that is not bent. If you are interested please reply. Gary Cotner *** admin posted for Gary Cotner *** |
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| Author: | Derek Fritschle [ Fri Dec 03, 2010 4:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
Gary, What do you have? |
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| Author: | admin [ Fri Dec 03, 2010 10:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
Please contact me off line and I will tell you all about it. Phone # 918-809-4739 or E-Mail t18cotner@aol.com Thanks, Gary Cotner *** admin posted for Gary Cotner *** |
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| Author: | admin [ Sun Dec 05, 2010 9:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Main Gear Straightening |
Gary: My name is Dave Flatter. I am a member of the forum. Please send me info and details on your Thorp. ELVYN5990@aol.com Thanks *** admin posted for Dave Flatter *** |
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