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Vortex generators
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Sun Oct 13, 2019 7:54 pmby Sonex1517
At the fly in yesterday, one of the attendees had a Sonex with Vortex Generators. I’ve been interested in doing this for some time, and this was the first time I’ve seen them on a Sonex.
The kit is available from Aircraft Spruce and I ordered one. I’ll report back after I install and fly them.
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Re: Vortex generators
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Sun Oct 13, 2019 7:56 pmby Sonex1517
Re: Vortex generators
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Mon Oct 14, 2019 8:14 amby Jlogan1
After seeing Jeffs saturday, we ordered a set too. I will try to posts my results.
Re: Vortex generators
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Mon Oct 14, 2019 5:23 pmby Sonex1517
Cool. I’m interested to see what you think of it also. Good to have more than one data set.
Re: Vortex generators
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Mon Oct 14, 2019 8:44 pmby fastj22
Gary had them on his Zenith Cruzer. He sure could bring it in low and slow. Not sure what the high end cost is. We did have those giant tundra tires on our trip to KOSH.
I'd be curious how it impacts the top end. Do I lose 5 or 10 mph in cruise? If so, no joy. If not, then maybe. Sonex are really docile on landing. These aren't Lancairs. Don't cost much to try. Anyone wanna give me $60 bucks, I'll do a before and after test. Then keep the VGs if I like them and send you $60. Send them back to you if I don't like em.