>I have a tailwheel configuration with the "Grove" main gear legs and no >wheel covers. The brake line follows the rear edge of leg and is glassed >in. Does anyone have any recommendations for jacking plane enough to remove >a main wheel? Is there a clamp-type tool usable around the brake line? I >don't want to muscle it up on a foam pillow. Thanks! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I've not done it personally but I know an A&P, IA, that uses a LARGE "C" clamp. He puts some plywood on the gear leg so the "C" clamp won't damage the leg and then uses a roll-around floor jack to lift the aircraft. I know he uses this method on most flat spring gear Cessnas and your KR will be much lighter. I'd suggest that after you have the aircraft raised you block it to stabilize it and keep it from falling on you. A friend of mine was killed trying to change landing gear bungees when the airplane fell on him. Damn shame.......... Larry Flesner
