Bungee Installation

[Jim Hann]

I would go with the 1080s from my recent experience, if it starts to sag prematurely cut one off and install a 1280.

I'll be the double 1080HD guinea pig. Changing them next month during the Annual. Current ones (I'm not sure what sizes) are at least a decade old.

Jim

[Jim Hann]

Okay folks, my IA hasn’t done much with hydrosorbs so I need a gouge. What do we need to check when I’m replacing the bungees? Looks like I need to clean them up and spray a little paint on them. Besides that, no leaks, deformities, etc. they take more effort to extend vs retract, is that correct? Also, when I install the new ones I’ll orient them like the old ones unless that is incorrect. I know the joint shouldn’t be on one of the “horns” and I’m guessing not having them next to each other is good too.

I’m lucky that I have a spare set on the airplane from Mark M years ago, but I will be buying some chain lengths as someone mentioned on here to use as a safety next time I’m changing bungees.
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Thanks!

[Pacer42Z]

Should be correct that it’s harder to extend them. They work opposite to shocks on a car. Extend to absorb the landing shock and retract quickly when you bounce back in the air (like my landings LOL).

Juergen
Pacer N3342Z

[clipquito]

Anyone know the lifetime of the Clipper bungees? Mine have been on a while ... no sagging and no fraying. Should I change them?

[Glen Geller]

Anyone know the lifetime of the Clipper bungees? Mine have been on a while ... no sagging and no fraying. Should I change them?

"Quite a while" is not very definite.
If they ain't broke (or showing signs of age) don't worry about them.

[Steve Pierce]

I change them on condition. Some get stretched more than others on a regular basis. I look for sagging and knotting up and then change them.

[Jim Hann]

Almost time to harvest the bungee tree. Still need to clean up the other one.


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[Peter Pacer]

Good morning. Is there a chance that you still have your bungee tool? If so, is there a possibility of renting it from you? Thank you.

[Kelliots]

Hello folks, I am fixing to replace my Colts' left side gear leg and also both sides bungees. I have some questions if anyone has solutions:

- How to jack up aircraft to replace the LH gear leg? Lift it up from firewall/mount with thick strap and pulleys? Do I need fixed tail stand also?

- Do I need to jack up both sides to replace bungees, should I use same method as for replacing gear? How often do most folks replace bungees?

- For 1961 Colt, do I use 2 ea. 1080HD's? Best place to buy? I put 25 PSI in both main tires.....

Thanks much, and happy flying! kelliots....'61 Colt w/Madras tips....

[Kelliots]

Correction, replacing the RH gear leg.....