Hey Kevin: There are three turnbuckles in/on the chains that connect the
yokes to the column that provides the nose wheel steering (among other
things). You will have to either have the nose wheel off the ground or located
on
some slick device which will let it turn easily.
Actually I should ask where the yokes are positioned in straight and
level flight. Because if they are aligned relatively straight, then you need
to go through the complete rigging process on pages 24 through 27 in the
Ercoupe service manual. You should start from there anyway if you have just
purchased the airplane.
Because just adjusting the turnbuckles to get the yokes relatively aligned
with the taxi process may end up causing additional problems. I suspect
that you have the original nose wheel push rod-ball socket joint. I am sorry,
I digress.
You may adjust the wheels on the yokes by adjusting the turn buckles
on the chains. Good luck with your process.
Lynn Nelsen
In a message dated 10/14/2009 7:56:24 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
[email protected] writes:
What should we look for to align these.
The yoke(s) are off center by almost 45 degrees when taxing.
Keep the Blue Side Up
Kevin Lee N2583H (DVN)
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