I got mine from CSA . They are a stiff little bugger !
I can send you the specs on the spring if you need them . Easier to buy than make ! 
I thought I had extras , but they were flap springs . 
RB
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| Author: | chuck [ Mon Mar 25, 2013 8:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Rudder return springs |
Gent's, What are you using and where are you getting your rudder return springs? I have one that is bad. The local A&P has a similar one but it doesn't match and is a bit stronger. Thanks in advance |
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| Author: | dan [ Mon Mar 25, 2013 9:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Hi Chuck, Classic probably has them, I would suggest changing both as the spring rate can diminish over a good long period. One new one just might show you how much the one your going to keep has lost, just a suggestion .......Dan |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Mon Mar 25, 2013 9:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
I got mine from CSA . They are a stiff little bugger ! I can send you the specs on the spring if you need them . Easier to buy than make ! I thought I had extras , but they were flap springs . RB
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| Author: | chuck [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 6:08 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
I should have specified rudder "pedal" return springs, I think mine are off someone's bed. Thanks for the info. I'll try Classic Sport (if I can find his #). |
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| Author: | Hagle347 [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 4:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
I've been trying to get 2 sets as well for my projects. here's Mike's info S18mike@ocsnet.net Mobile - 559-539-2755 Home - 550-539-5039 |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 4:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Probably Fraser's bed ! |
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| Author: | chuck [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 6:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Called Mike today, he doesn't have any springs and he isn't going to restock any time soon. I guess I'll have to keep Fraser's a little longer. |
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| Author: | Hagle347 [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 7:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Sun N Fun is less than two weeks away. I'll be checking vendors and see what I find. |
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| Author: | chuck [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 7:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
I should be there as well. Who ever gets to the "spring" tent first buy'em out! |
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| Author: | david read [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 9:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
I got mine from the aviation department of the local farm store. They should be the same so they want to keep the rudder centered. Other than that they just need to be strong enough to keep the cables snug. |
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| Author: | Fraser MacPhee [ Tue Mar 26, 2013 10:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
LOL - David....you slay me - I thought PEP Boys air parts had everything....did you get your Marv Carb from the tractor store? |
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| Author: | Bill Williams [ Wed Mar 27, 2013 5:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Bob and I use a threaded eye bolt through the firewall, you can adjust each spring for correct tension. It will even add a little rudder trim ? |
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| Author: | Rich Brazell [ Fri Mar 29, 2013 9:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Rudder return springs |
Yep...threaded eye bolt . RB
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