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Tailwheel Leaf Spring # 3

$219.95/Each
Part# 06-14400
MFR Model# U3-428
Set
No.
Spring
Width
(in.)
Hole
Dia.
Fuselage
End
(in.)
Hole
Dia.
Tail
Wheel
End
(in.)
Distance
Between
Bolt
Centers
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Orig. App.Wt.
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No. of
Springs
PN
31-1/23/87/1614-1/4Aeronca 7AC, 11AC3-1/2306-14400

Overview

FAA/PMA approved subcomponents. Individual for a PA-17 however NOT approved for a PA-15.
(*)= Multiple bends
   
California Prop 65 Warning Symbol

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Reviews

Exact replacement. Made a big improvement.

James D Verified Purchase

Tailwheel Leaf Spring # 3

July 20, 2022

This is the only spring that I could find that was a good fit for my Junior Ace build.

Gary B
February 3, 2021

Worked perfect and arrived as promised.

Kenneth M
July 21, 2020

Q&A

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Q: How many leaf springs are in Part # 06-14200?

Part # 06-14200 has 3 leafs.

Q: What is the diameter of the spring for homebuilts?

Part # 06-14500 Approx Dims: 1/4" thick, 5056 alloy
.262 thick, 1-1/2" wide
15" center to center, 16-7/8" overall length

Q: What does part # 06-14500 weigh?

Approx 1.8 lbs.

Q: the Distance Between Bolt Spring centers for homebuilts. Is it in a straight line or the curve of the spring?

It is 13" center to center measured along the outside of the curve.

Q: What type of steel are the springs made from?

These are made of 5056A aluminum alloy. It does contain magnesium.

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