I don't think there's any requirement to show load limits in
an operating manual - there are many custom homebuilts without
stress analysis, and there for no idea of limits. I think the inspection
mandate relates only to "proper materials & construction methods",
so you could just leave the limits out of the manual, or put in what
you think they are now ....
There are several Rebels registered at 2,000 lb. -- the IMPORTANT
number is the weight you actually submit when you do your
CLIMB TEST --- THAT's the weight you will get !
Just in case Drew hasn't mentioned it, there are inexpensive
spacer inserts available for the Silver Matco wheels, directly
from Matco !! Anyone who has Silver Matcos should have these -
so the tires fit properly - apparently only about $80 ... Especially
desireable for the fat (DICO or Carlyle) tires !
--
......bobp
http://www.prosumers.ca
http://bpatterson.qhealthbeauty.com
http://apatterson2.qhealthzone.com
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On Friday 31 August 2007 17:40, indabush@hay.net wrote:
In Canada, I am applying for a gross weight on wheels of 1,800 pounds.
This weight would reduce the ultimate load factors from + 5.7 and - 3.8,
to + 5.2 and - 3.5 respectively. MAM also states that the maneuvering load
factor at 1,650 is + 3.8. My understanding is that + 3.8 is a minimum
permissible value for utility aircraft. If I increase the gross weight to
1,800, I now have a maneuvering load factor of only + 3.5. Do I now have a
problem? What do I show in the operating manual?
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