Gear bumpers cushion the return of the gear after it flexes the bungees. The originals are no longer available, but a much improved copy can be made from an axe handle protector. One end of the axe handle protector is cut off (Photo 1). A bandsaw does the job in a minute.
Axe handle protectors are available from Ace hardware stores for a few dollars. (or ultimatetoolgroup.com) Size HS-3 works great. (Photo 2) You'll need two of them.
After cutting off one end of the handle protector, drill two holes about 1/8" diameter completely through. Make the holes 2" apart and about 3/4" below the cut off end. Push the bumper onto the fuselage frame in the gear return position and secure it with safety wire. (Photo 3)
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