VG's on Rebel stabilizer and pneumatic tailwheel

[Ken]

I stuck 15 Harrison VG's on the underside of each stab. Admittedly that
is not as many as recommended but I can't say that I notice any
improvement. I'm not seeing any increased authority at or near max up
elevator deflection for 3 point landings.

Also replaced the solid MAM tailwheel with a 2"x6" pneumatic wheel from
Princess Auto. I replaced the junk bearings with 6202-8 2RS permanently
lubed and sealed bearings which increased the expenditure by $10. Seems
to work just fine. It is a lighter wheel and it gives a smoother and
quieter taxi. At 30 psi, hopefully it will be a bit better on soft
surfaces but it really isn't any wider than the original. Downside is
that I guess I'll have to carry another spare inner tube...
Oh what the heck, at $4. for a complete wheel,tire,and tube, maybe I'll
carry a complete spare wheel until I see how it holds up.

Ken



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