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Re: if you have the correct spring can you test something for us?

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Originally Posted by Mark McLeod View Post
There is a hook on the end of the spring to help retain the gear, so a gear can be successfully supported by the very end of the spring, and the spring doesn't bend much.
It is possible for the hook to get turned in the spring though, so the pilots should be checking the hook orientation and correct it as necessary. It can be twisted by hand with a little effort.

P.S.
Added a second photo showing the gear delivery into the cockpit. You can see the hook at the end of the spring (cut off a bit by the photo framing).
Maybe someone already posted about this and I couldn't find it, but could you say if anyone dumped a couple bins worth of fuel in the high goal.
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