Apr 21, 2023 · But, I also shop online: Acme tools, Northern tools, Amazon etc. I just discovered Northern tools has opened a store not too far away, so I checked it out. They've been open for a week, tomorrow is their 'grand opening' shindig. I was pleasantly surprised. These guys are full on stocking dealers for Stihl, Honda, Milwaukee and more.

Nov 5, 2024 · Acme STC'd shock struts are $4800 and cost me $75 in shipping. TiSHX gear on Alaska Gear Company's website is $5250. Look at this alignment test document on Alaska Gear Company landing gear.

Feb 17, 2023 · Acme Aero Black Ops shocks are coil spring with oil damping. The gas only controls the damping oil. (open to correction if someone knows better) Acme now provides a specific Black Ops set-up for the FX-3 as it is now a CubCrafters factory option. It's possible that earlier shocks were not the same spring rate or length.

Feb 14, 2020 · I am very blessed to have a lot of stuff at my disposal in the way of tools, welding equipment and expertise, and a&p family and friends. I’m trying to make it as minimalist as possible, while not making it uncomfortable. My intent with the plane is pretty simple, a well performing joy rider to play around on short strips with.

Oct 19, 2021 · What I like about the Acme's is that they will fit the stock gear, no modification necessary. Also, I watch the weight of modifications and the Acme's were not much heavier than the standard bungees/hydro setup. From what I have read about the Berringer, it's a …

Apr 6, 2020 · Acme shocks are awesome! I've tried early TK1s and now 2019 model Acmes on the Cub I fly. I had Bungees on for a few hours between the switch and had to learn how to land all over again [emoji6] seriously. If you have Vetterman exhaust or similar that exits down the belly the Acmes are WAY easier to keep clean. The ones Eric sent me are adjustable.

Feb 23, 2025 · My DeWalt grease gun was my first jump down the DeWalt rabbit hole. All my cordless tools prior to that was the C3, 19.2V Craftsman. I switched the Craftsman to lithium quite a while back. I only have two of their 2AH batteries and they still charge up and perform as new. The DeWalt gun came with a 4AH battery.

Apr 24, 2024 · The valving of an Acme shock is unlimited, tell them what you want and they can valve it to meet your needs. I asked Matt about this and he said last he talked to Loni that he loved the shocks. There are also multiple spring options so the shock can be tailored to different geometries, lengths and gross weights.

Sep 30, 2020 · Quite a few ground loops with FX3's and have also seen some with broken Acme shocks. I'm being told Beringer is the best, it is pricey, but so is the cost of repair. I'm told the 3X3 design is from the 1940's and that FX3's are heavier and newer with the design essentially outdated and a better gear design is needed.

Oct 19, 2024 · Recently, there was a thread about tractors overheating and one reply was from Sulleybear about a couple of tools to aid in cleaning them off. He included a link and I went ahead and ordered a set. In the picture below, you'll see what you get. 2 long (I didn't measure them) wands, 1 is air and the other is water. Both tips are the same.