Clippard and Spring Airs
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Clippard and Spring Airs
Hi guys,
I have a clippard 3-way, I assume normally closed valve for my Spring Airs. Problem is,when I presurize the air tank, there is an open port that leaks air gradually, and eventually loses all pressure (takes about 2 minutes). The port bleeds air in off and on position, however if I block the port the bleeding will stop, but it won't extend the landing gear.
Has my valve gone bad? Can I use a normal Robart valve and "jumper" the unused port?
Thanks,
David
I have a clippard 3-way, I assume normally closed valve for my Spring Airs. Problem is,when I presurize the air tank, there is an open port that leaks air gradually, and eventually loses all pressure (takes about 2 minutes). The port bleeds air in off and on position, however if I block the port the bleeding will stop, but it won't extend the landing gear.
Has my valve gone bad? Can I use a normal Robart valve and "jumper" the unused port?
Thanks,
David
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RE: Clippard and Spring Airs
Well, I assume that the tubing is installed correctly, cause it does retract/extend correctly.
See the picture, it is the one on the left hand side (red button). The air in/out ports are underneath it. The port facing forward of the jet is the one that bleeds off air.
Thank you Mike
See the picture, it is the one on the left hand side (red button). The air in/out ports are underneath it. The port facing forward of the jet is the one that bleeds off air.
Thank you Mike
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RE: Clippard and Spring Airs
Hey don't worry Pat, JT has a spare one so I can get the model ready for Waco. Just want to make sure that I get it in right.
I was able to fly again Sunday (with 25-35 winds), but 2 minutes after takeoff the landing gear extends, kind of like a built in timer.
BTW, how long can you fly that thing?. I fueled her up, flew for 7 minutes, landed and did not refuel, flew again for 5 minutes, landed and there was still enough fuel in the hopper for a couple of touch and go's.
I was able to fly again Sunday (with 25-35 winds), but 2 minutes after takeoff the landing gear extends, kind of like a built in timer.
BTW, how long can you fly that thing?. I fueled her up, flew for 7 minutes, landed and did not refuel, flew again for 5 minutes, landed and there was still enough fuel in the hopper for a couple of touch and go's.
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RE: Clippard and Spring Airs
i would go for up to 8 minutes if i knew i could land whenever. at events i would set it for 6. it is not a tough plane to land dead stick. i will be in waco friday afternoon and saturday.
fwiw the end opening is the exhaust, and should only let air out when the button is released for a moment.
fwiw the end opening is the exhaust, and should only let air out when the button is released for a moment.