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Stream Lined strut fairings- In an effort to
produce faster speeds and better fuel economy pilots are
"stream-lining" their ultralights. One way of doing that is to
install "stream lined struts" or "stream lined strut
fairings."
The first of these two options can
be very costly. To install new aluminum stream lined struts, plus design
new fittings etc. can cost in excess of $1,000.
A more economical option is to installing a plastic streamline
strut case over
your existing tubing. The extruded plastic strut fairings quickly and
easily install over existing round lift struts, jury struts, gear
legs, etc.
This has the benefit of increasing
speeds from 5 to 8 mph, reduces drag, which improves fuel economy and
performance, not to mention an improved appearance.
The streamlined strut and gear leg fairings come in one seamless
length, which can easily be cut to fit struts, gear legs etc. They are
durable, lightweight, impact resistant and can be painted.
The streamlined strut fairing material is available
in two sizes. The smaller size fits tubing 5/8" to 1 1/4 "
round tubing. While the large size fits tubing 1 1/4" to
2".
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