I am working on a project to convert my L13 into an airshow bird for static display. I need the bearings that run in the flap tracks and the rod end bearings for the flaps/aileron control rods at the flying surface end. Does anyone have any new/old/extra bearings to contribute to the project. Worthwhile project I can brief you on privately if you have what I need.

Also on the wish list although not imperative is a

1) Maintenance manual with part numbers.
2) Canopy.

If anyone can help me procure these items I and others will be grateful. Once again I can brief you on project goals and parties involved before you commit.

Thanks,
Lane Bush
(my name with no

On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 2:34:52 PM UTC-7, wrote:
> I am working on a project to convert my L13 into an airshow bird for static display. I need the bearings that run in the flap tracks and the rod end bearings for the flaps/aileron control rods at the flying surface end...

What I'd do is measure the ID, OD, and width of the bearings, and then look them up using the bearing search tool on www.VXB.com. The dimensions will most likely be integer millimeters.

Thanks, Bob K.

That may work. However the rod end bearings have a curved dimension around the circumference. I am not sure if these are pressed into the rod ends or if the entire rod end has to be replaced. I did not take this bird apart so putting it back together without a manual is tough. I really need a maintenance manual to educate myself.

Lane

Lane,

The bearings are standard metric bearings. The numbers should be stamped on the face. For your application they should cost a few dollars on eBay.

Tim

On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 6:26:52 PM UTC-7, wrote:
> ...I am not sure if these are pressed into the rod ends or if the entire rod end has to be replaced...

If you can send me a photo of the assembly in question, I can probably give you some guidance.

> ...I did not take this bird apart so putting it back together without a manual is tough. I really need a maintenance manual to educate myself.

You might try contacting Blanik America. I have had mediocre luck getting a response from them, but I haven't had opportunity to try for several years. It might be different now.

Thanks, Bob K.

On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 7:11:51 PM UTC-6, Bob Kuykendall wrote:
> On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 2:34:52 PM UTC-7, wrote:
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Another good source of bearing data is SKF. (www.skf.com) It's nice that they provide CAD drawing files of their bearings. Both metric and inch bearings are available.