The International Cessna 170 Association

Hello, I am curious if this buckle(photo)was for an early diagonal chest belt, and if they still exist? Or what is the cutout for? I seem to recall that arrangement somewhere in the last 5-6 decades, or perhaps just conflated data. When I was looking into seatbelts about a year ago I checked and the...

Pete, thank you for info and insights. Much appreciated! Tim

I have a 48 170 with a 0-300 D and need to settle on best oil to use. Engine is running fine I'm in Chas sc and it is HOT! Looking at logs I see 20-50 Phillips , aeroshell 100,in pa. I read engine designed for 40 wt. and 50 wt. made it run 20 degrees warmer assume Fahrenheit. I'm going by Dilmar to ...

hi gahorn, you are exactly right. and I know what I need to do.Probably just not looking forward to it. It is easy to get caught up in the negative juice we get from being wronged. Rather be right or rather be happy? Thank you for reminding me. Tim

I have a problem with my mechanic. He has taken care of my planes for over 30 years. I took my bonanza in for repair engine, as it would cut off on roll out after landing. We are going into the 4th month with no results. I don't know if it is an age related issue or what is going on, he is seldom at...

Noticed these gaps between rear parts of engine cowling. I would think there should be baffling, both sides same. I understood the better seal, the greater the cooling efficacy across more of the cylinders.(more air =more cooling). I'm in charleston sc so it gets really hot! What kind of baffle do m...

Hello, My door latches are inop. I have read the problem is a spring in an inconvenient area to repair. Just hoping a more resourceful solution has come to be?? If not will you direct me to "how to" article? Thank you kindly! Tim

anyone know of source for glare shield for 48 170, or have a idea of what to make one from ? I want a couple inches overhang for additional lighting. Thank you!

Hello lucky flyers, Anything we need to do differently or know about flying without the doors on a 48 170. One or both does it matter? Thanks Tim McCoy

where do you learn this stuff? so all modification to certificated a/c requires IA approval? If someone goes through the trouble then they have or can apply for stc which they can then sell to all subsequent parties interested in the same type of modification, and benefits to buyer are; inspections ...

Read a lot about belts and harnesses, attempting to narrowing it down, A/C Spruce has $179 ea. retract sets for 170A&B but not 170 . Only difference I see is factory installed nut plate or anchoring point on overhead, perhaps wing spar? Who would faa deem competent to install such an anchoring d...

Hello, I am greatful to be flying a 170. My significant other points out the lack of shoulder belts in the 1948 170 ser# 18623, so I called cessna and found they offer a these at 514.00 for one side and 728.00 for other and to anticipate 5-10 hrs. at $100 or so an hour to install in black only. And ...

We have been blessed with a break in the rain so I have been flying my new 1948 170 ! Couple of issues have arisen that I could use some help to resolve. I love flying around city, harbor and beachs at night and there are no panel lights nor dome lights or anything that works. There is an old grimes...

Indeed it is #17 in the illustrated parts breakdown. I appreciate all the info and helpful responses. Merry Christmas, Tim

Hello I am am new to the 170 having just purchased 48 170. I was practicing landings when on ground i noticed that only the rt flap was working. on further inspection noticed the attaching point for cable or rod to left flap bracket had failed, the bracket failed. Appeared to be just very thin alumi...