68 7KCAB repair

[theluch]

Ok, so I got it back home in the hangar. I’m gonna start with the engine prop strike SB and IRAN the engine. I need to repair or replace the rudder and I’m considering the larger rudder STC has anyone replaced their stock older rudder with the larger new one? If so is it a noticeable difference? Seems like it would be. Here’s a pic if anyone ever needs to truck an airplane. This is in the back of a 26’ Penske truck. Worked perfectly and went 450 miles without a scratch.

 

[Bob Turner]

Last I heard you were on a budget. Save a grand and fix the rudder. If you do not weld, just set it up and take it to a good welder (unless it can be cold-straightened).

Don't replace stuff automatically. Document your magnaflux, then simply re-assemble. Maybe scuff up the cylinder walls, but resist the temptation to make it brand new inside.

 

[theluch]

Last I heard you were on a budget. Save a grand and fix the rudder. If you do not weld, just set it up and take it to a good welder (unless it can be cold-straightened).

Don't replace stuff automatically. Document your magnaflux, then simply re-assemble. Maybe scuff up the cylinder walls, but resist the temptation to make it brand new inside.

Ok, that can be fixed? I didn’t know, that’s a better option! Thanks.

 

[Rickw]

Ok, so I got it back home in the hangar. I’m gonna start with the engine prop strike SB and IRAN the engine. I need to repair or replace the rudder and I’m considering the larger rudder STC has anyone replaced their stock older rudder with the larger new one? If so is it a noticeable difference? Seems like it would be. Here’s a pic if anyone ever needs to truck an airplane. This is in the back of a 26’ Penske truck. Worked perfectly and went 450 miles without a scratch.

Find a good tube and fabric A&P that will work with you,that will save Big bucks