FreeflyGoat 0 #1 November 7, 2006 Is it possible to retrofit the older tunnels to re-circulating technology or higher powered engines? Just wondering._________________________ goat derka jerka bukkake jihad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattjw916 2 #2 November 7, 2006 all it takes is money lol... I don't think "retrofitting" a tunnel to make it recirc is necessary or cost-effective BTW. Sure 20ft recirc tunnels would be nice, but hardly anyone would be able to afford to fly in them lol.NSCR-2376, SCR-15080 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #3 November 7, 2006 Bodyflight Bedford was retrofitted wasn't it ?scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #4 November 7, 2006 Yes it was in terms of the mechanics (prop, coolers, motor etc etc etc) but it was already recirculating. I get the impression the OP is talking about converting tunnels like perris to be recirc rather than straight through.Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdog 0 #5 November 7, 2006 I believe Orlando got new motors and controllers a while back to make it "newer technology"... I hear the software that controls the tunnels is always being improved too... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunnelfly 0 #6 November 8, 2006 Bodyflying Switzerland was retrofitted two years ago. The flight area was enlarged by about 30% (area, not diameter). A more powerful motor, new prop, and a detachable "airpipe" made this tunnel "skydiver-friendly". No.1 reason NOT to be an astronaut: ...You can't drink beer at zero gravity... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
