Steve Innova

I considered this but altimately decided against it. Although I'm installing a hydraulic pump to activate the infinity retracts, ultimately I decided the electric nose retract was a simpler solution. It works, is pretty light, and doesn't require complicated hydraulic lines.

Might as well modify your 1st generation set, once the solution is known. I'd trust a 1st Gen with the correct axles and modified steel guide tubes over a (delivery date TBD) Xgeneration set w/the wrong axles and AL guide tubes. How are they different? What's improved? Good choice!

When I spoke w/JD, he claimed MATCO changed the specs on the axle, causing the wheel to be offset from centerline. So it's possible that the 1st Generation gear sets have the right axle, and later versions require the A1-H retrofit. I'll measure mine (2nd Gen) in a couple weeks. Meanwhile I ordered the A1-H axles from MATCO.

Waiter, Now that you've removed the pin, can you take pictures of the hole? I'm very interested the possible wheel shimmy angle. If you say your wheel centerline is centered on the strut centerline, that suggests you're use the modified A1-H axles. Perhaps the stock A1-A axle is a better choice, despite the torsion load it places on the internal slotted guide tube? In either case, the Aluminum slotted guide tube should be replaced with a steel version.

As some of you know, the Infinity Gear was originally designed using an axel that centered the wheel with the strut. However for some reason it was manufactured using a different axel, the MATCO A1-A, which moved the wheel centerline out approximaltly 1/2" or so (not sure the exact distance) off centerline. This places twisting loads on the slotted AL guide tube, possibly leading to failure. I spoke with MATCO at Oshkosh 2008, and they have fixed the problem by redesigning the A-1A axil by moving the location of the brake mounting plate to properly align the wheel centerline with the strut centerline. The CORRECT, modified Axel is the A-1H model. Currently it is not listed on Matco's website, I intend to querry them next week and order a set (about $55 each). This should be a mandatory change. I can't understand why JD hasn't made this information widely known.

I'd like one. I sent you a private message. Steve

A good reason to use MGS 285 is that it has a resin: hardener ratio of 2:1 by volume, which makes it very easy to check the accuracy of the epoxy pump.

TMann -- why don't you just admit that you are in fact, JD Newman?

There's nothing wrong with my ethics, to suggest that maybe best option would be for someone to improve this unsafe (and out-of-production) design and restore it to a flightworthy condition. The bottom line is that no one is actually delivering new, improved gear designs, and the existing ones contain components that are unsafe. The designer isn't improving it, so who will? You might want to research where the original design came from.... hint look at other light aircraft landing gear from the early '80s.

As far as I can tell from my research, there are no patents on any of these gear components. Anyone who wants to should be able to modify and manufacture more reliable components, with more reasonable delivery times. If anyone is aware of any Patents, please let me know...

Waiter, I sent you a PM, but please put me in for a set of the steel guide tubes! Steve

All, My Cozy MkIV project is for sale on ebay. No reserve price, starting bid of .99, "Buy it Now" price of $500. Good luck!! Steve http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290361242142

The SQ2000 is a beautiful plane.

It's still available. All crated up, ready to go. I'll send you a personal message.

Actually, the saying is: "the proof of the pudding is in the eating". The above commonly misquoted statement doesn't make any sense.

Here's the link to the "For Sale" page: http://www.canardzone.com/forum/showthread.php?p=54810#post54810 Price is $1000 obo. I think I'm offering this for a pretty good price. It's pretty far along, fuselage with many parts, nose completed. Like I said, the previous buyer backed out of his purchase agreement, so my pain is your gain. I already built the crate, and it's ready to go. PM or email me if you have any questions.

Cozy MkIV Fuselage for sale - $1000 I have a partially completed Cozy MKIV project for sale, fuselage completed through the nose section + additional parts. Good workmanship, plus many Featherlight and Aerocanard molded parts included. Asking $1000, or best offer. This project is back up for sale (again) The project is already crated, ready for shipment. Buyer pays shipping costs, or you can pick it up in Arlington, VA 22204. Email me at: Stevehale_email [at] yahoo.com This project includes: - Chapter 4 Bulkheads - Complete - Chapter 5 Fuselage Sides - Complete - Chapter 6 Fuselage Assembly - Complete - Chapter 7 Fuselage Exterior - Complete - Chapter 8 Headrest, seatbelts - 90% completed (seatbelts not included) - Chapter 13 Nose section - Complete 90%, Aerocanard molded nose, nose gear strut not included, canard cover not completed. - Chapter 24 Fairings - Featherlight armrests Special Features: -Retractable step -Removeable instrument panel -Aerocad pre-molded nose section -Featherlight nose gear cover, armrests -Featherlight sump blisters -Partially completed removable fuselage sump tank I did not build this aircraft, I bought it from another builder to get a few select parts, which I've kept. Since I don't need it, I'm offering it at a great price, less than cost of materials. FYI - the cost of the Chapt 4-19, 13 materials from Aircraft Spruce is $1,718+about $1000 for epoxy + ??? aerocad parts = >$3000. This'll save you about 6-12 months labor, plus $2000. The buyer assumes all liability and risk. This sale is for an uncompleted, amateur built assembly of parts and material. The seller did not build or assembly this material and assumes no liability, and no provides no warrantee for its suitability for any purpose. The buyer assumes all liability and risk in any attempt to manufacture an amateur built aircraft and is required to follow all applicable safety practices, federal regulations and rules.

I just went through this process of arranging to transport a Cozy MkIV fuselage to CA. This particular fuselage was finished, through the nose section. I used 1/4th inch plywood from HD, with 2x2 along the inside edges for reinforcement, and used a layer of styrofoam inside for cushioning. Details: Crate dimensions: 130" long x 46" wide x 29" high Crate weight: Approx 165 lbs Fuselage weight: approx 135 lbs Total weight: approx 300 lbs. I was quoted around $500 or so to ship from VA to CA. I used a service called "U-Ship", which works similar to e-bay in reverse. You post the details of your package (dimensions, weight, freight class, etc...), and companys/brokers then give you bids on the shipping cost. You can choose the lowest bid. Generally speaking, if you can transport the crate yourself to a shipping terminal, you'll pay a lot less than if they have to pick it up/deliver to a residential address. (Also, make sure when building the crate, to put lengths of wood running cross-ways across the bottom, to elevate to crate off the ground in order to permit a forklift to move it. If you can get pallets, you may even want to attach those the bottom.) BTW -- if anyone is interested, my original buyer backed out of his purchase agreement, so I have this aircraft fuselage, crated and ready to go, for sale again!

Will the spars be carbon fiber too? Otherwise you may have bit of mismatch between more flexible spars, less flexible skins. Would eventually lead to cracking. Also -- have you priced this out? CF is really friggin expensive, and you won't save hardly any weight, using the same # plies as UNI. If you just have to have stronger wings, I'd recommend using S2 glass.

I've never heard of this. Do you have a link?

Not to start of fight over the merits of retracts vs. fixed.... But if you want Infinity gear, this is a pretty good price. And it's on hand. Cash and carry sure beats waiting years for another production run. BTW -- TMann -- you ever get your gear? I remember you were having lunch w/JD or something last year about this time.

Looking at the picture, that doesn't appear to be the standard 3lb foam. What is it? Also -- the pour-foam can react with aluminum to cause substantial corrosion. Not sure if it's an issue with the wings, I've seen a picture of the canard where pour-foam ate away the tabs.

Here are some of the included Featherlight and/or Aerocanard parts. *I also have Featherlight strake leading edges and an Aerocanard Cowling for sale, separately. Inquire if interested.

Cozy MkIV Fuselage for sale - $1000 I have a partially completed Cozy MKIV project for sale, fuselage completed through the nose section + additional parts. Good workmanship, plus many Featherlight and Aerocanard molded parts included. Asking $1000, or best offer. Buyer pays shipping, or you can pick it up in Alexandria VA, 22312. Email me at: Stevehale_email [at] yahoo.com This project includes: - Chapter 4 Bulkheads - Complete - Chapter 5 Fuselage Sides - Complete - Chapter 6 Fuselage Assembly - Complete - Chapter 7 Fuselage Exterior - Complete - Chapter 8 Headrest, seatbelts - Complete - Chapter 13 Nose section - Complete 90%, Aerocanard molded nose, nose gear strut included, canard cover not completed. - Chapter 24 Fairings - Featherlight armrests Special Features: -Retractable step -Removeable instrument panel -Aerocad pre-molded nose section -Featherlight nose gear cover, armrests -Featherlight sump blisters -Partially completed removable fuselage sump tank I did not build this aircraft, I bought it from another builder to get a few select parts, which I've kept. Since I don't need it, I'm offering it at a great price, less than cost of materials. FYI - the cost of the Chapt 4-19, 13 materials from Aircraft Spruce is $1,718+about $1000 for epoxy + ??? aerocad parts = >$3000. This'll save you about 6-12 months labor, plus $2000.

If you're near DC, I live in Alexandria VA.