John B
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So all of the time I have on my Sonerai has been with the homemade direct link steerable tailwheel that does not have a full swivel feature. I'm thinking about doing something different and was wondering what others have done. My issue is not really being able to make a nice tight pivot on the ramp. First is a non-steerable locking tailwheel like the Haigh that can be unlocked for taxi operations. Second is the "Homebuilders Special Tailwheel" that aircraft spruce sells that is steerable and will unlock from the steering am for full swivel. They have one for rod type tailsprings. I like the current simple tailwheel with the direct steering link for easy taxiing, but it is problematic for making tight turns.
Has anyone done either and have any opinions? Or any other options people have done?
Thanks,
John Brannen
Has anyone done either and have any opinions? Or any other options people have done?
Thanks,
John Brannen