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Wingstands Update
Hi,
Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. P3 |
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Wingstands Update
On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 4:35:47 PM UTC-8, Papa3 wrote:
Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. Simple, sturdy, light, inexpensive and readily available at any Home Depot http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Fl...934/100618242# |
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Hi,
That Home Depot stand does look like a good option. Has anyone used one as a wing-stand? Paul Remde ______________________________ "6PK" wrote in message ... On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 4:35:47 PM UTC-8, Papa3 wrote: Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. Simple, sturdy, light, inexpensive and readily available at any Home Depot http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Fl...934/100618242# |
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Wingstands Update
On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 7:40:48 PM UTC-8, Paul Remde wrote:
Hi, That Home Depot stand does look like a good option. Has anyone used one as a wing-stand? Paul Remde ______________________________ "6PK" wrote in message ... On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 4:35:47 PM UTC-8, Papa3 wrote: Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. Simple, sturdy, light, inexpensive and readily available at any Home Depot http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Fl...934/100618242# Several guys at CalCity including myself for several years now. Not a one problem. 6PK |
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Wingstands Update
On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 9:06:46 PM UTC-7, 6PK wrote:
On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 7:40:48 PM UTC-8, Paul Remde wrote: Hi, That Home Depot stand does look like a good option. Has anyone used one as a wing-stand? Paul Remde ______________________________ "6PK" wrote in message ... On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 4:35:47 PM UTC-8, Papa3 wrote: Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. Simple, sturdy, light, inexpensive and readily available at any Home Depot http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Fl...934/100618242# Several guys at CalCity including myself for several years now. Not a one problem. 6PK I had the tightening handle on the vertical adjust clamp break on one. Otherwise no other issues. Frank Whiteley |
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Wingstands Update
I use one and so does another club member. Because I like having a "redundant back-up to critical systems" I drilled three holes in the sliding upright and have a tethered locking pin to insert in them to back up the friction clamp. We both made contoured foam pads for the top plate which fit nicely into the contours of the wing underside. This holds the wing nice and steady during rigging. I actually like it better than the genuine Cobra wingstand the club 505 has.
I've also used the same stand with the club Twin Astir. If it can hold one of those solid concrete wings steadily a 15 meter ship is a breeze! |
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Wingstands Update
My favorite is still the Pearl C900 Cymbal stands. Has that perfect feel of quality and are flexible in height.
TT |
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Wingstands Update
Am 16.01.2014 01:35, Papa3 wrote:
Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. P3 Another alternative ist this type: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Workforce...C43/202530462# I use two of those since several years. Lightweight, durable, easy to store. I took off the top roller and replaced it with a piece of suitable foam insulation for heating pipes. Also reinforced the thread for the fixing clamp when it became worn out, since then no problem at all. I use it during assemply as well as for supporting the wings during tie-down when leaving the plane assembled overnight. -- Peter Scholz ASW24 JE |
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Wingstands Update
On Thursday, January 16, 2014 1:00:55 AM UTC-8, Peter Scholz wrote:
Am 16.01.2014 01:35, Papa3 wrote: Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. P3 Another alternative ist this type: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Workforce...C43/202530462# I use two of those since several years. Lightweight, durable, easy to store. I took off the top roller and replaced it with a piece of suitable foam insulation for heating pipes. Also reinforced the thread for the fixing clamp when it became worn out, since then no problem at all. I use it during assemply as well as for supporting the wings during tie-down when leaving the plane assembled overnight. -- Peter Scholz ASW24 JE Another good one from HomeDepot just cover with felt, rubber or carpet. http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-Fl...934/100618242# Richard Craggy Aero LLC |
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Wingstands Update
Peter Scholz wrote:
Am 16.01.2014 01:35, Papa3 wrote: Hi, Anyone have any thoughts on the current state of the art for light, compact wingstands. I've reviewed all of the threads from the last few years as well as looking at various websites. Just wondering if there are any new entrants to the market. FWIW, I absolutely LOVE the old Wings and Wheels wingstand from the early 2000s that came in kit form. Cheap, light, simple, and incredibly robust. I could probably see fabricating and powdercoating the two key parts (top cluster and the leg support unit) if I had the time... which I don't. If anyone wants to sell a used one (or two) I'd be interested. P3 Another alternative ist this type: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Workforce...C43/202530462# I use two of those since several years. Lightweight, durable, easy to store. I took off the top roller and replaced it with a piece of suitable foam insulation for heating pipes. Also reinforced the thread for the fixing clamp when it became worn out, since then no problem at all. I use it during assemply as well as for supporting the wings during tie-down when leaving the plane assembled overnight. -- Peter Scholz ASW24 JE The Home Depot stand is good for newer glass ships. Unfortunately I need to use a "calibrated" ladder for my Ka-6. But that's due to it having suck a high wing. It would be nice if someone built something for us high wing folks... Peter |
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