T-28

Thu Feb 15, 2007 1:21 pm

Anyone know where a guy could get some old tires for a T-28 static display? Ability to hold air is the only requirement. Thanks.

Thu Feb 15, 2007 1:30 pm

Also, does anyone know what is involved in removing the entire canopy on a T-28?

Thu Feb 15, 2007 1:57 pm

Four bolts secure the front canopy to the trucks, three for the rear. You shouldn’t have to mess with the cable system. The windshield frame is held down with about a million fasteners (well, okay, a couple a dozen).

Sorry, no old tires here.

Thu Feb 15, 2007 2:08 pm

Maybe you could give C&J Sales in Camarillo, CA. a call?
(They do a lot of parts and servicing for T-28s and might have an old set of tires.)

http://www.t28sales.com/parts.asp
http://www.t28sales.com/contact.asp

Regards,
Mike

Thu Feb 15, 2007 2:15 pm

Try Heritage Aero in Rockford IL. They do a lot of T-28 maintenance. Ask for Cliff. 815-395-0500.

Thu Feb 15, 2007 5:11 pm

I might have a set upstairs let me check, we went with Clevlands on our rebuild, I'll get back to you.

Thu Feb 15, 2007 5:20 pm

If its for static you might want to consider filling them with foam. It helps the tires not lose air over time.

Thu Feb 15, 2007 11:06 pm

Thanks guys. I realized later that the requirement for air holdability:?: isn't crucial since they will be filled with foam. I guess anything would work as long as they fit the rim. As far as I know this aircraft hasn't left a military base in it's lifetime so I am assuming it doesn't have the Cleveland wheels but I really don't know.