Rans COYOTE II S-6ES, Technical Manual

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TRAILERING & TOWING PRECAUTIONS
When towing long distances on an open trailer remove the tail surfaces. Highway speeds and gust loads can
cause undue loads on the tail group.
Make certain the wings and tail components are secure and will not catch the wind underneath. Tie down the
wing at the ends about 2 ft. in and in the middle.
CAUTION: If you must tow tail first with the tail group assembled lock the rudder and the elevators with a
control lock.
Haul like this only in moderate surface winds and drive below 35 mph. This method works fine for
a few miles like to the flying site, but is not suited for long hauls.
DISASSEMBLY FOR TRANSPORT
The distance, terrain, weather and type of trailer will determine how much disassembly you must do to
transport your Coyote II. Usually we simply remove the wings and hang them on the wall of an enclosed trailer.
Naturally, disassembly is reverse of the assembly with the exception of those items you decide to leave
assembled (tail group, etc.).
CAUTION: Be VERY careful when disassembling and transporting your craft not to gouge, scratch or bend the
wing struts.
The bolts that retain the jury struts can gouge the struts if no packing is used between them.
Avoid any method of dismantling or packing that can cause damage to any part.