> What are the major differences between the Rand and Diehl conventional >fixed landing gears? Which one would be better for a grass runway? >Thanks in advance. dcg...@webtv.net Dick Goff ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I'm not that familar with the Rand gear but seeing no other responses I'll throw out what I know. The Rand gear is a one piece gear that mounts to brackets on the forward spar inside the fuselage, all aluminum. The Diehl gear has a mounting bracket on each side, on the forward spar center section just outside the fuselage. It uses a straight 24" composite gear leg with a second bracket on the bottom end to mount the axle. I don't know that one is better than the other. I'm not sure of the Rand gear length, it may be a bit taller. The Diehl gear on the other hand is a bit wider. I've not heard of problems with either type. The Diehl instructions say to mount the brackets on the spar next to the fuselage. I moved mine out approx 2"s and with the 30" legs I have (which Dan no longer sells) it gives me a main gear track right at 8 feet wide. It handles nicely on the ground. It's your money. You decide................ Larry Flesner
