Honda CT 90 mod

[slowflyin]

Does anyone have a diagram that illustrates how to modify a honda ct 90 for transport. Years ago Mr. Kline offered a kit. Any info would be appreciated.

[GAHorn]

An early copy of The 170 News carried the story of how to do the mod. I'll try to locate it. It'd make a great re-print article.

Basically the frame is cut mid-way between the steering-head and the engine mount, an electrical connector is installed to accomodate the wiring harness disconnect/re-connect, and a split tube and bolt is modified/clamped to accomodate the seperation/re-connection of the frame. It's a very simple, worthy project, although it's probably a bit rough on the aircraft interior and carrying gasoline within the cabin is a worrysome thought to me.

[hilltop170]

slowflyin-
If you don't already own the Honda CT-90, you might consider buying a Honda CT-70 instead. The CT-70 weighs 145lb, has fold-down handlebars, and will fit into the back of the C-170 without any mods. I have flown one around for more than 25 years. It will carry 2 FAA standard size adults at 35 mph on level ground and is street legal. We just flew one from Alaska to Texas in the 170 in June. Of course, if you already have the CT-90...

[johneeb]

Richard,
Are those Cheerios fuel for the CT-70?

[hilltop170]

No, it burns rice or 100LL, dual fuel you know. The Cheerios are survival food which lowers your cholesterol while you're waiting for rescue.

[slowflyin]

Looks like a great fit but I already own a CT 90. Thanks for the info.

[Harold Holiman]

Years ago I modified a mini bike in the same manner and carried it with us in our 170. I cut it in half, added brackets, made the handlebars and gas tank removable. I made a folding platform from 1/4" plywood which protected the rear seat bottom and back. When we got ready to go we would dump the fuel tank and put it in a plastic bag to protect from fumes, disassemble the bike, load and secure it with the seat belts, and go. When we got where we were going we would reassemble the minibike and fill the tank with av gas from the wing sumps. We put many miles on it. Imagine Carolyn and myself on a minibike now .

Harold

[GAHorn]

... Imagine Carolyn and myself on a minibike now .

Harold

I'm surprised you've got time to post a msg, Harold, after you told us that Carolyn rides a broom these days and what with bridges falling down all over the country.

[Harold Holiman]

George,

We've got to fly as best we can since we don't have a plane anymore. Broom works pretty good.

Harold

[Robert Eilers]

I understand the FAA is working quietly on the new LSB (Light Sport Broom) certification requirements. The BOWA (Broom owners and witches association) is watching the certification developmenst closely and has complained that the FAA is not allowing input from BOWA. There is quite a debate over whether or not to include the shop broom. The current certs only allow the straight or straw broom.

[Indopilot]

The issue is much more serious than first meets the eye. Although it is seat of the pants flying, use of the shop broom requires vast increases in the fuel requirements due to drag and gross weight able to park itself on a perpedicular surface that wide. Traditional stick brooms are self limiting by their very design, Bowa members with a rumple seat just are not attracted to those models. Since they do run on ozone, and if they are approved, we could be facing a severe sunburn warning as the ozone holes grow expotentionally. It would be nice to have ocean front property here in Arizona though as the ice caps melt. Think also of the terrorism potential with that much mass on what is basicly a missle.
Better get back to work before this gets out of hand.