Quote from: electroflyer on Yesterday at 07:17:37 PMI replaced mine using piano wire that I cut to size. I have now moved the failure point to something more expensive!

Someone online has sent me measurements to have just that part replaced. Should save me from ordering any more struts. Probably going to make that part out of steel instead of aluminum so it's stronger. That should move the failure point to the actual foam gear mount which shouldn't give out unless I'm abusing the plane



I guess I'll update that the f16 is 90% fixed just need to re epoxy the wing mount onto the fuselage but the rest is fully repaired

Since the light became de soldered I've decided to fly it without a gear door until I feel comfortable with it. I still have a replacement door but I'd like to not break a third

Unless there is a complete reversal of the forecast, I think I will pass on tonite.
Wet Windy and 10 degrees - not worth the drive in rush hour

Our intrepid CFI, Frank v B, asked me to post on his behalf, that despite the terrible forecast he will be at the field today starting about 5:00pm.
With a 90% pop, and winds of 29kph/44kph, I suspect he will take the opportunity to have a quick snooze in the car.

 I replaced mine using piano wire that I cut to size. I have now moved the failure point to something more expensive!

Frank can you PM me your email.
Thanks
Ken

Thanks for letting us know Ken.
It allows Cory to get in more practice flights before meeting the TEMAC racers.  He needs all the practice he can get*.

Frank

* Cory does 10 laps faster than we can do 9.  Trash-talking always helps. One day he is going to get the curse of the Maple Leafs and I can beat him.

I'll do my best to be there!

Thank you Michael, I will come as well.
Regards
Mikey

Thanks for organizing.  I'm hungry already!!  I'll be there to supervise Frank and hopefully eat 2 hot dogs.

Do you need help picking up dogs, buns, condiments, drinks, etc?  @Michael / @davidk / @marks / @octagon please let me know if I can help.

Andy