1-26A Ser 006 Tire and tube

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Hi guys, I recently purchased a 126 a serial number 0 0 6 it has been stored for a very long time and probably has the original Tire still on it I am looking for a 4.00 / 4.80 -4 tire and tube. Ive tried the 126 News Group with no luck they won't approve my listing yet it's been a couple of weeks so I thought I would try here.

Cliff Hilty CH ASW27 & 1-26A 006

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On Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 12:47:56 PM UTC-4, wrote:
> Hi guys, I recently purchased a 126 a serial number 0 0 6 it has been stored for a very long time and probably has the original Tire still on it I am looking for a 4.00 / 4.80 -4 tire and tube. Ive tried the 126 News Group with no luck they won't approve my listing yet it's been a couple of weeks so I thought I would try here.
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> Cliff Hilty CH ASW27 & 1-26A 006

No longer available.
Replace with 4.00-4. Desser has it. Flatter "ribbed" profile works better for brake. You will have to rework the brake band due to slightly larger diameter.
Good luck
UH/002

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What UH said no big deal put her on there and enjoy. Are u a member of 1-26 assoc yet? Great group and once your a member we have a email chain where u can get answers to anything 1-26 imaginable.

Dan #225,274

[Charlie M. (UH & 002 owner/pilot)]

UH and I owning SGS-126 SN 002..... yes, normally use a 4.00 x 4.00 tire and tube....
Yes, "brake band" on tire OD may need some tweaking (due to different tire tread...).....not that a band brake worked well in the dry, forget about it on damp/wet grass....but you should be able to land slow...;-)
Trust me....BTDT.....

[Dan Marotta]

Trade in that Ventus?

On 3/11/2020 1:30 PM, Charlie M. (UH & 002 owner/pilot) wrote:
> UH and I owning SGS-126 SN 002..... yes, normally use a 4.00 x 4.00 tire and tube....
> Yes, "brake band" on tire OD may need some tweaking (due to different tire tread...).....not that a band brake worked well in the dry, forget about it on damp/wet grass....but you should be able to land slow...;-)
> Trust me....BTDT.....

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Dan, 5J

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Thanks guys for the clarity Ill check with desser but didnt see the 4.00-4 right off. No Dan, sold the Ventus 2 years ago for a 27, jut bought this 1-26 on a whim (read cheap) with the hope of letting others fly her around AZ :)

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410/350-4 4 PLY TRAC TIRE ONLY is the only tire that desser list on there web site. UH is that the one you are refering to?

CH

[Scott Williams[_2_]]

On Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 6:48:16 PM UTC-5, wrote:
> 410/350-4 4 PLY TRAC TIRE ONLY is the only tire that desser list on there web site. UH is that the one you are refering to?
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> CH

wings and wheels has a 4-400 (400-4?) Aero classic, I used one of these on an SHK.
It was okay and might work well on a 1-26, but it was not as high quality as a Tost 4-400, but the aero classic was 2/3 the tost tire, aero classic was not as 'round'.
good luck,
Scott

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On Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 7:48:16 PM UTC-4, wrote:
> 410/350-4 4 PLY TRAC TIRE ONLY is the only tire that desser list on there web site. UH is that the one you are refering to?
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> CH

I understand from others that that one works fine.
I have a 4.00-4 with a flat profile(Aero Classic Rib) on 002 and our other 1-26's.
Part number is 06-00944 from AC Spruce. It has a flatter contact face that wears out more slowly with the band brake.
UH/002

[Dan Marotta]

Nice! :-D

On 3/11/2020 5:42 PM, wrote:
> Thanks guys for the clarity Ill check with desser but didnt see the 4.00-4 right off. No Dan, sold the Ventus 2 years ago for a 27, jut bought this 1-26 on a whim (read cheap) with the hope of letting others fly her around AZ :)

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Dan, 5J

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Thanks UH and others just ordered an 8 ply rated 400-4 and tube from aircraft spruce :)

CH

[Tony[_5_]]

That glider will look really good at sunflower this summer!!

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Tony were shaping up to have a real good turnout this year! Sorry bout being slow getting u my registration but you know I’m coming lol, and don’t forget to save me a camping space for my truck.
Dan

[Charlie M. (UH & 002 owner/pilot)]

Two thumbs up...!!!

Yes, the "square tire" in a 400-4 is a much better tire for a "band brake" system like a 1-26. Other tires in "same size" may be a more rounded tread cross section and can be an issue with a band brake.

Wish I could edit an earlier post here....but the "real UH" already replied with a source and PN...