Tires
-
- June 15, 2016
Not all tires are equal. We all know from buying car tires that qualities varies depending on brand. But another consideration in aviation is size varies based on brand.
In February I talked about having my Pit crew and doing a quick change on a flat tire. But we didn't mention getting a tire that actually fits.
I have seen many Stemme's that have wear marks because they are using a wider tire then
-
- April 06, 2016
Rolling down the I-8 in our Blue, White and Rust colored van towing a Discus back from the Standard Class Nationals in Hobbs NM, we heard a loud bang as the back window exploded. We thought we were shot, it was Arizona, so we didn't rule it out.
In the rear view mirror I witnessed the fender returning to earth and rubber tire pieces flying through the air.
It was at least 110 F as we pulled the