I know of no issue with the top one either, but then again when the bottom (weaker) one busts, there is no more stress on the upper. I just wanted to change both of them.
Here is the scoop on the metal ends, cheap they are, like $1.90 each as I recall.
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For those who I missed seeing at Oshkosh, if you are interested in replacing your canopy strut ends, here is the supplier, and procedure that may work for you. Note that you will end up with the larger diameter bushing on both the top, and the bottom of the strut ..............Tom
July, 2015
Canopy Mod: Heavy Duty Lift Strut Eyelets
Parts needed:
4 Heavy Duty Metal Eyelets M6 X 1.0 thread
Source: LiftSupportDepot.com SKU H00005W $1.90 each
1 set Canopy Bushings N/S C-00002
Source: Van’s Aircraft
note: If you have the old style lower bushings, and have not made
the mod, order 2 sets.
Procedure:
1. Drill/ream hole to 3/8” and clean away any burs on all 4 eyelets.
2. Remove stock from the shoulder of 2 of Van’s bushing to match the overall length dimension of the old upper bushings.
3. Install new rod ends on both lift struts, and install per plans page 43-02
Questions or comments to: Tom Odehnal
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