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Title: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: John Desrosiers on July 21, 2012, 03:26:59 PM

Two wheel landing gear on a flite streak? What shouldI use for a fuel tank? The engine is an old fox 36. thanks

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: Tim Wescott on July 21, 2012, 07:17:38 PM

Wouldn't 2-wheel gear make it ineligible for Nostalga 30?

Where did you fit a 4 ounce tank on a Flight Streak?

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: John Desrosiers on July 22, 2012, 08:33:00 AM

We fly for fun only, no comp. I just do not like a single gear.

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: Tim Wescott on July 22, 2012, 10:28:07 AM

Quote from: John Desrosiers on July 22, 2012, 08:33:00 AM

We fly for fun only, no comp. I just do not like a single gear.

Then if you want nice looking takeoffs and landings, putting a two wheel gear onto the thing does a world of difference.

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: Joseph Lijoi on July 23, 2012, 10:59:11 AM

Brodak makes a tank that will fit.  I think the 3 1/2 oz profile wide wedge will work.  You will have to revent so that pick up tube is flush with the front of the tank.  Move the engine as far forward as reasonable.  Kraft Hayes makes a 3 oz plastic tank, but I think this is no longer available.  The Hangar 9 PT 19 CL will fit if you have one it is about 2 7/8 oz.

Brodak 38 Special aluminum gear works well and is pretty light.  You will need a spacer to keep the screw heads from puncing a hole in your tank.

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: Tim Wescott on July 23, 2012, 12:00:43 PM

Quote from: Joseph Lijoi on July 23, 2012, 10:59:11 AM

Kraft Hayes makes a 3 oz plastic tank, but I think this is no longer available.

I bought some of those from Brodak this spring, so they were at least available then.  Check their catalog.

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: rustler on July 23, 2012, 02:17:11 PM

Quote from: Bill Little on July 23, 2012, 11:17:42 AM

Did you get to fly against Mr. Grondal and his modified Nobler or Mr. Gabris with his "Master"?Bill

Hi Bill. We'd have to check the entry list, but I'm sure the answer is yes. But they may not have noticed me! It was a great adventure, I'll PM you with some more details.

Title: Re: Two wheel landing gear.
Post by: John Desrosiers on July 24, 2012, 08:49:51 AM

Thank all for your help. I,ll shop around for an older 3 once wedge tank.