Does anyone have experience replacing the gas spring that supports the instrument panel in the Ventus2c? Any information on the specifications of the spring any difficulties encountered in replacing it will be greatly appreciated.

Ventus 2C loaded, never flown for sale. Call (619) 548-0929 or email

Ventus 2C for sale. Factory test flight time only. Located in San Diego. It has always been kept in the box in a hanger. All options, nose tow hook only, tow out kit, tail dolly, blue tinted canopy, hydraulic brake, tail fin water, factory cloth gap seals, Schroth seat belts with rotary buckle,...

Hi, Anyone know where I can find a V2bx or V2b POH online? I tried looking at the Shempp-Hirth website, and did find the applicable pages from the technote, but I'm looking for the entire POH if possible. TIA, Frank

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I've got my eye on an open class ship and have my Ventus 2b ready to sell. Glider is XC/comp ready and in excellent shape. H olds 5 Nevada state records, including 1000 km triangle. For details, photos see: http://www.gliderforum.com/thread-view.asp?threadid=805 thanks, Tom Kreyche

As new condition, S/n 111, Approx 425 hrs only, NDH, Filser 5000FAI upgraded to 7007 specs, B40 Borgelt, Becker Radio with boom mike, new style winglets, tinted canopy, oxygen fittings, Pegasus compass, PDA with Winpilot, tow out gear,Cobra trailer with heavy duty specs, new tyres. Full outfit...

For details see: http://www.gliderforum.com/thread-view.asp?threadid=805

My Ventus 2b will be for sale after August 15. Located Boulder, CO USA See the Alpha Eight website here http://home.comcast.net/~alphaeight/ John Seaborn

Hypothetical situation: Same condition Same trailer Same instruments and accessories Which is the better ship for strong western thermal racing conditions? Why? Thanks in advance for those in the know! T

The factory wing wheel for my V2C is having some lateral stability issues. The cuff has the nice feature of allowing the flaperon to move, but after moving the glider even short distances, the wheel cocks badly to one side or another. Does anyone have any suggestions for modifying this design so it...

The undercarriage lever seems reluctant to stay in it's detent with the wheel down - it'll pop out with the lightest touch and the wheel has been known to retract, going over a bump. One option is to push a wooden wedge against the lever, to hold it in place, but does anyone know if there's a...

I know the Ventus 2 is flapped and Discus is not. I am talking about ease of handling that the Discus is known for. Is the Ventus 2 with its wing design change similar to the Discus or more like its predecessor to fly. The Ventus A/B do not receive the greatest reviews for pleasure flying. What...

Is it normal practice to have the ASI use cockpit static and to disconnect the external static vents, due to ASI errors when dumping water?

Does anyone out there now of the whereabouts of a pair of 16.6 wingtip extensions for sale. I have a Ventus B and would like to stay up longer in our generally weak conditions. David Wright

I have heard that the aileron centering spring on the Ventus 1 was for certification, and it's removal doesn't impact flight handling. If you have actual first hand experience with flying a Ventus with this spring removed, I'd love to hear from you via e-mail Thanks!

A couple weeks ago there was a very informative thread here comparing the Discus and Discus 2. Since then I've been very curious how the Ventus 2 compares to the Ventus? Anyone have any notes to share? Thanks, John

I go to all the trouble of winning a regional contest so I can get my mug shot in Soaring, and nobody there bothers to try to contact me for a copy of my photo for the annual winners spread. Maybe I'll take up sailing, Marc

Anyone know of a source for a tinted vent window? The canopy originally came from Thermotec, but they don't return calls or e-mail. Thanks in advance, Roger

Has anybody converted a Retractable tailwheel on a Vega to a Fixed = wheel? Any information on the subject gratefully received.