ShortSnorter
Well Known Member
I'm pretty sure I've seen it discussed here before, but I can't seem to locate the thread, so here goes:
I do not yet have my engine installed and while slowly advancing through section 46A (RV-14A), I can't help but wonder if the need to jack the aircraft off the ground is to remove the deflection created from the weight of the engine installation. I slowly lifted & lowered the front of the plane using an engine hoist and I can't really see any deflection. In fact, I have weights hanging off the engine mount to keep the nose from popping in the air.
Without the engine installed, is it really necessary to fit the nose gear fairing with the plane raised?
I do not yet have my engine installed and while slowly advancing through section 46A (RV-14A), I can't help but wonder if the need to jack the aircraft off the ground is to remove the deflection created from the weight of the engine installation. I slowly lifted & lowered the front of the plane using an engine hoist and I can't really see any deflection. In fact, I have weights hanging off the engine mount to keep the nose from popping in the air.
Without the engine installed, is it really necessary to fit the nose gear fairing with the plane raised?