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Thread: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

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    Default Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Here is a link to see how I trailer my tri-gear Kitfox.



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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Excellent. Thanks, Neville. Do you have any up close photos of your tail dolly?
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    Richard- first off, great looking Kitfox.

    Second- that was probably the best video I've seen yet on how to safely load, transport and unload a Kitfox. Love that dolly you have and the remote control winch is sweet.
    Every step was spot on. Also the converted boat trailer is so much healthier for a Kitfox with its lighter springs. Thanks so much for posting.

    P.S. - I made this a "sticky" so folks can find it when searching for the correct way to trailer their Kitfox.


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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Nicely Done.
    Very good looking plane and tow rig
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    as requested here are some photos of the dolly.
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Thank you Neville. Looks like you've been busy splitting and stacking firewood, too.
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Steve, here are two more pics which show the telescoping of the cradle shaft. As the cradle cannot be disconnected from the A/C until the wings are unfolded, the cradle must follow the fuselage. Hence the telescoping. Otherwise the entire dolly would be lifted as the tail rises.
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    John McBean asked me for pics of my trailer so i decided to post here. If you want more John or sent somewhere else let me know.
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    I hit the wrong button. Here's the pics.
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    Default Re: Loading and Unloading Kitfox SS7 on a Trailer

    Note the removable triangle and scissor jack at front of trailer to lower tail so it can fit in the garage. Now i may have to to do slight mods because John has me talked into 8.50 tires.
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