TK1 Shocks Upgrade

[turnnpoint]

Hi all - Noob here and first post.

I purchased a SS that came with Acme Aero shocks on it. I have a new set of TK1s, including the tailwheel shock.

Is the tailwheel shock normally installed with the fill valve down - so it is easily accessible? If I install it up I won't have any access to the valve without making some modifcation to the fuselage covering. And what's a good pressure for it?

TIA for any help!

[turnnpoint]

I got in touch with TK1 today and they said installing the shock upside down is not recommended. They said I may be able ro reach up and access the valve from the bottom once I open it up. If anyone has any advice/knowledge on the install they could share I'd appreciate it. I'd like to have everything planned and ready before I work on it so I don't end up with the plane out of service for a while. Since I didn't build the plane and don't have any build docs I don't know what to expect.

[SheepdogRD]

Are you in touch with the builder? That's probably your best source.

You might call the factory and ask what kinds of information they can provide, too.

[BDA]

I put an inspection ring in the fabric, in line with the fill valve, so that I could fill easily.

[BDA]

I am running 300# on a big TK1 tail shock - but I fly with 2,100# occasionally - you want it to cushion the tail when dropped.

It should sag when loaded, if it is at full ride height, it is too hard on the airframe.

I ran the Acme almost flat, it would still cushion on landing but it was a low rider when I was taxiing.

[turnnpoint]

Thanks for the replys!