I think, this mod is base don my idea and my pioneering.
Perhaps it will be a good idea too call my name by this mod.
With regards, Nico Groot.
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Van: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] Namens G-IANI
Verzonden: vrijdag 19 mei 2006 12:02
Aan: europa-list@matronics.com
Onderwerp: RE: Europa-List: Steel nose wheel springs
I hope the following will clarify the situation regarding the Nose wheel
springs.
1) The factory mod 71 is based on my mod application (No 11698) which
is a "standard mod". This would normally be available via the PFA web
site but this link is not working yet. If anyone wants a copy of this
for information I will be pleased to provide it. This mod is flying in
G-IANI and we have so far done 55 landings on them.
2) As Europa(2004) has decided to adopt them as a standard option they
have deco me Factory Mod 71. Documentation for Mod 71 is being prepared
(and will be available on the Europa site) but will not be completed for
a few days. This time is needed to 1) document in Europa house style
(rather than PFA "burocratic") 2) To revise the installation photographs
3) to incorporate some useful installation tips we have found from
fitting a number of pairs.
3) The mod (both 11698 and 71) is based on UK made springs (the part
numbers are specified in the application). These spring have the same
basic specification as the Dutch springs. Changes have been made to
make fitting easier and to give a more precise fit to the top tube. The
two springs are also wound in opposite directions. The cost of the more
precise jig needed to make the springs is made possible by the ability
to order a significant quantity.
4) The Factory is taking orders for the spring. A sample from the first
batch arrived today so that dimensions, tensions and quality can be
checked.
5) Sorry but I am not party to the price. Europa still have to finalise
this. Every effort has been made to keep costs as reasonable as
possible (but Europa does have to pay VAT). It is also worth noting
that the cost of mailing a single pair to the US from the UK is greater
than the cost of the springs.
Ian Rickard #505 G-IANI XS Trigear
Europa Club Mods Rep (Trigear)
e-mail mods@europaclub.org.uk
or direct g-iani@ntlworld.com
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