On 15 May 2005 10:08:25 -0700, wrote:

I was talking to a fellow that had a hydraulic flap actuator (hand
pumped) with a quick release return on a Top Cub. Anybody know of a
good source for these hand pumps? Any listers used something similar
for flaps and what did you think about it both in construction and
function?

I've thought of something like a floor jack pump but they're all too
heavy and have too short of travel. I need something with more throw
and less force and preferably made out of aluminum.

Joa

Hopefully you can find something lighter than this - 12 pounds, $140
http://www.surpluscenter.com/item.as...name=hydraulic

Have you tried looking for used one out of an old Mooney? Quick search
found this ad

PARTING OUT 1968 M20C

Not a wreck, plenty of good parts from the firewall back, complete
tail section, fuselage, control surfaces, interior, cowling, wheels,
nose and main landing gears, fuel pump, flap pump and on and on and
on, too many individual parts to list.

Ken Shoup MAPA # 16448 GA 706-235-0555 or cell 706-857-8663

Wayne