RE: [RCSE] adjustable tow hook

2003-03-28 Thread Scott & Kim Marshall
I haven't found it to be a big problem so I haven't developed a solution. Use a lock washer and keep it really tight. You could experiment with various lock washers, split washers or combinations. I've just made checking the towhook part of my pre-flight routine. Occasionally, one will have twiste

Re: [RCSE] adjustable tow hook

2003-03-27 Thread Erich Merkel
range of adjustment wanted either side of the CG. Voila! hook can't rotate... Erich Merkel Colville, WA Phone: 509-684-0440 Cell: 509-680-1141 - Original Message - From: "Dave & Sue Moore" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, Marc

Re: [RCSE] adjustable tow hook

2003-03-27 Thread Dave & Sue Moore
Scott, You wrote: > The towhook is held in place by tightening the nut against the ply and the > blindnut on the other side of the ply. I've used this type of tow hook arrangement but find that the hook occasionally will loosen and rotate. I'd like to find a trick way to keep that from happening

Re: [RCSE] Adjustable tow hook

2002-01-26 Thread mikel
For those who like fancy machined hooks, these are really nicely done. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I have a few aluminum adjustables with SS hooks available. Check > my web sitewww.hilaunch.com > > Don Richmond > San Diego, CA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send

Re: [RCSE] Adjustable tow hook

2002-01-26 Thread Hilaunch
In a message dated 1/25/02 You wrote: Looking for a source for an adjustable tow hook.  Want to know what is commercially available before I consider rolling my own. Kurt,     I have a few aluminum adjustables with SS hooks available.  Check my web site    www.hilaunch.com Don Richmond San Dieg