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- Fri Oct 27, 2023 7:20 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: check out u tube
- Replies: 6
- Views: 145931
check out u tube
On U tube there is a channel called “Skywagon university” and they have a comparison between Cessna 170B and a Cessna 180. His facts are pretty spot on but his cameras failed in the cockpit during the flights . It’s worth watching .
- Fri Oct 20, 2023 3:22 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Craftsman hand-tool warranty
- Replies: 18
- Views: 272895
Re: Craftsman hand-tool warranty
Maybe he isn’t using it enough.
- Fri Oct 20, 2023 3:20 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Vibration problem
- Replies: 13
- Views: 23276
Re: Vibration problem
you also stated that the “Water” in the compass was.. Compasses have alcohol in them or a special compass oil. I worked in a shop where they used “Johnny Walker “ scotch whisky or “JimBeam”. The bottle on the shelf was for instrument purposes only but it evaporated by itself . Strange …
- Fri Oct 20, 2023 3:00 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: According to some “Taildraggers Suck”.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 99434
Re: According to some “Taildraggers Suck”.
When I have taken passengers for a fly and they remark that was a good landing , my response is “ yes , I had my eyes closed “.
- Wed Oct 04, 2023 12:50 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Mixture cable part number
- Replies: 2
- Views: 12414
Re: Mixture cable part number
I have had the same problem,my mixture cable broke also. I was over 700 miles from home . Contacted McFarlane by phone and they sent one to my hotel . Great service , I had the cable in 48 hours from the USA to the middle of Australia . It did cost me plenty. But a great product. Not hard to fit. PS...
- Tue Sep 26, 2023 3:27 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Airworx 180HP O-300 STC
- Replies: 57
- Views: 323889
Re: Airworx 180HP O-300 STC
many years ago we fitted a “kit” from continental to increase the power output to our O-300 engine . there wasn’t any approval issued and was “going” to be a experimental . The cylinders were ported and polished and the pistons I think were C85 types. the carburettor jetting was made richer [ a new ...
- Sun Sep 10, 2023 1:26 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Loss of control w/electronic attitude indicators
- Replies: 7
- Views: 68007
Re: Loss of control w/electronic attitude indicators
The Garmin G3x is a great stable instrument[system ] and a back up that has least issues is a garmin G5. There is a recall on G5 batteries but Garmin has that under control.
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 9:59 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Gear Curiosity?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 36383
Re: Gear Curiosity?
with reference to the gear with the AN310 nuts , they have split pins fitted in the photo . However I have never seen an approved method of attachment like this . Hopefully the correct bolts were used .
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 12:00 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Loss of control w/electronic attitude indicators
- Replies: 7
- Views: 68007
Re: Loss of control w/electronic attitude indicators
OMG this is one lucky guy, It’s a wonder the aircraft didn’t break up in flight . I think Garmin has a lot to answer for this situation. Not wishing to start rumours but this is not the first time I have heard of a similar situation with this instrument . I am under the impression it doesn’t like vo...
- Wed Aug 30, 2023 11:20 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Question for the Mechanics
- Replies: 35
- Views: 105339
Re: Question for the Mechanics
As George mentioned , use your own cylinders for overhaul as the history of cylinders from an engine overhauler isn’t known . A lot of cylinders are changed for various reasons . Some cylinders are repaired due to cracking and the new owners are not told of the amount /type of repairs carried out . ...
- Wed Aug 30, 2023 11:01 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Generator questions
- Replies: 5
- Views: 10240
Re: Generator questions
My two cents on this , is if your 25 amp gen is doing a great job leave it . LEDS are the new way these days . LED landing lights last longer and I prefer the “color” they produce on the surface . Presently I run a 60 amp alternator and it’s an over kill and thinking about a 35 amp alternator . [or ...
- Sun Aug 06, 2023 2:14 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Future 170 Caretaker!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 104767
Re: Future 170 Caretaker!
WOW 20 thousand feet . do you have an internal o2 system. . So what was the handling like at that altitude . How long did it take to get there ? That could be a record for a 170 .
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 2:51 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Dynamic Prop Balancing
- Replies: 10
- Views: 15333
Re: Dynamic Prop Balancing
Prop “clocking” is so important . However I had an issue with a brand new sensenich prop and when engine was running at 2100 rpm , it was a shaking badly . I went back to sensenich [very upset] and they advised to move the prop back one hole against the direction of rotation. This I did and it was p...
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 2:40 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Firewall corrosion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2763
Re: Firewall corrosion
I would be replacing it with a stainless steel firewall. When fitting the new firewall i also used a heat proof gray sealant. The sealant went down first and then the firewall was riveted in . That produces an oil and exhaust gas seal. Plus some structural integrity . It’s a days work but my origina...
- Thu Aug 03, 2023 2:32 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Looking for replacement 8.00x6 tires
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4471
Re: Looking for replacement 8.00x6 tires
I have been using Michelin tires and tubes.I run 8,s also . When fitting a new tire I always fit a new tube . I can’t remember the ply rating of the michelins but I land on all sorts of bush strips and beaches. My main wheel pressure is 26 psi. My tail wheel tire is a genuine Harbour Freight tire an...