1-26A Ser 006 Tire and tube

**[email protected]** · #11 March 12th 20, 05:11 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring

Thanks UH and others just ordered an 8 ply rated 400-4 and tube from aircraft spruce

CH

**Tony[_5_]** · #12 March 12th 20, 07:01 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring

That glider will look really good at sunflower this summer!!

**[email protected]** · #13 March 12th 20, 07:38 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring

Tony were shaping up to have a real good turnout this year! Sorry bout being slow getting u my registration but you know Iâ€™m coming lol, and donâ€™t forget to save me a camping space for my truck.
Dan

**Charlie M. (UH & 002 owner/pilot)** · #14 March 13th 20, 01:34 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring

Two thumbs up...!!!

Yes, the "square tire" in a 400-4 is a much better tire for a "band brake" system like a 1-26. Other tires in "same size" may be a more rounded tread cross section and can be an issue with a band brake.

Wish I could edit an earlier post here....but the "real UH" already replied with a source and PN...

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