SuperSTOL Flap Return Springs

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SuperSTOL Flap Return Springs

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Can anyone tell me how/where to connect these springs? I have also heard that some builders have cut the springs short to make them stronger. Has anyone just replaced them with a stronger spring?
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Re: SuperSTOL Flap Return Springs

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Hi Ken,

I'll try to call you.
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I have not figured out how to post pictures yet. but my wing is open and I could sent some pictues if I had your email
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smiley wrote:I have not figured out how to post pictures yet...
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Re: SuperSTOL Flap Return Springs

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Called the factory yesterday
My kit is # 315 The connecting rods on mine for the flaps measure 4 1/2" long
they told me that they now ship them at 4" long so that the flap bellcrank will not hit the fuel tank when the flaps are fully retracted. It is also supposed to help the spring tension
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smiley wrote:Called the factory yesterday
My ... connecting rods ... measure 4 1/2" long
they told me that they now ship them at 4" long so that the flap bellcrank will not hit the fuel tank when the flaps are fully retracted. It is also supposed to help the spring tension
I ordered some stronger springs, but I'm going to try shortening the connecting rods too.
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