From: ROMJULFBN@aol.com
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Date: Sun, 17 Jan 1999 22:26:32 EST
To: lancair.list@olsusa.com
Subject: overcenter link springs
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Hi, All.           

Have a question on the new-style over-center link springs on the mains.  I
installed a set in my L-200 about three months ago, replacing the old-style
double springs.  The new ones worked very well, as well as looking MUCH
better.  However, about three flights back, I did a manual drop, in-flight,
and only got two greens.  Tried again today, and only got a green on the nose
gear.  My question  -  is this a part that will wear over a short period of
time, or have I got other problems?  I haven't done a manual drop in the
hanger, but I have looked the links over pretty good, and I don't see anything
that looks out of whack.  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
         
                                          Frontis Newell
                                          N351DW
                                          L-200, s/n 35