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Is there anyone on list that can give an honest weight increase of a Rebel on spring gear converted to amphibs? I am now 990 on spring gear with full interior and paint. What would I expect for an empty weight with the amphibs? Thanks to those who respond

Steve W 637R
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It's been a while since I went from bungee gear to the 1800 amphibs, but I
recall my weight going up by about 250 pounds. I think my old wheels and
Matco breaks were lighter too. Given the spring gear is quite a bit heavier,
I would guess yours should go up by about 225 pounds, maybe even less
depending on which wheels and brakes you have.

Walter

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Is there anyone on list that can give an honest weight increase of a Rebel
on spring gear converted to amphibs? I am now 990 on spring gear with full
interior and paint. What would I expect for an empty weight with the
amphibs? Thanks to those who respond


Steve W 637R
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Honestly I figure you'll weigh 1250lbs empty once you have steps/hydraulics
filled/paddles etc. What your W & B will say... I suspect 1201 lb ! ;O)

Wayne

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Subject: RE: [rebel-builders] 1800 amphib weight

Is there anyone on list that can give an honest weight increase of a Rebel
on spring gear converted to amphibs? I am now 990 on spring gear with full
interior and paint. What would I expect for an empty weight with the
amphibs? Thanks to those who respond

Steve W 637R
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Hi There---My Rebel #331 is 1060 on spring gear and 1290 on 1800 amphibs.
Just imported her from
Florida and have a 1900 lbs gross with TC's blessing. The climb test clearly
indicated that she will haul
a lot more than the gross! Bob Cressman, Ottawa Valley








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Thanks Bob, Wayne and Walter
Gives me an idea of what to expect. Have mine at 1800 lbs on wheels so with 5% rule, still gives me a decent useful load. Now have to decide which plane to put amphibs on- sell the Rebel and put them on the Glastar, sell the Glastar and put them on the Rebel! Decisions decisions...............

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