Jodel D-9 For Sale
Hi All
I just wanted to pass the word that there is a gentleman in Tyler with a Jodel D-9 project that he would like to sell.
The aircraft was finished in the early 60’s, had flown, and then was damaged in a hangar collapse. Repairs were made, and then the builder/owner passed away.
The current owner worked mostly on the canopy, instrument panel, and the installation of a Subaru EA-81 1800cc direct drive engine conversion.
The plans and documentation are in good shape, and plans are still available from Falconer.
The original engine for this airplane was a 36HP VW. With this engine it will fly at 105mph with an open cockpit.
In my opinion, the Subaru engine is to heavy. A VW 1600cc, Jabiru 80 HP, or an HKS engine would be appropriate.
Price is $2,000 without the Subaru engine. This inlcudes a panel with many new instruments.
The Subaru EA-81 1800cc engine is available for $1,000 with the direct drive conversion parts. It was tested with a torque meter type test stand at 55HP.
The wing is the area where this project needs a lot of work.
I think the landing gear could be converted to the Diel gear for a KR-2. Original gear is included.
I’ll work on getting some pictures if anyone is interested.
The Jodel D-9 is an all wood, single place, low wing aircraft with conventional gear. There are number of these aircraft flying in Europe, and some in Australia.
See www.jodel.com for a good picture of the Jodel D-9 and much more info about that type. But look out for pop-ups.
Jerry McFerron, email: jerrymcferron@suddenlink.net