Tailwheel adjustment Scott 2000/3-24

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Re: Tailwheel adjustment Scott 2000/3-24

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tomreneau wrote: Fri Sep 09, 2022 5:23 am Anyone tried compression type springs on their tail wheel?
Unless you have a Maule tailwheel, DON'T

First off, it's not approved.

Second, compression springs have a "hard stop" when they reach their extension limit. You run the risk of bending or breaking the rudder bellcrank.
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