The International Cessna 170 Association

OBTW: I learned a trick from an old fart mechanic. Before trying to remove any fitting from any metal first use a tightening effort until the fitting turns a slight amount. Then turn in the proper direction for removal. Since I've been using this technique I've never stripped any threads.

I do know that if you modify your plane (Go to far) you will be placed into a "Experimental/Exhibition" class. Also I've seen Canadian Cessna's built from parts that aren't able to be certificated in the US.

Ask some important questions: Do they disassemble the plane to strip and paint? Do they have A&P's assemble and rig after painting? Doe's it include an annual? And most important!! Do they provide a written contract outlining work to be accomplished and cost. This is for a proper paint job and a...

Wipline 2100A has STC for C-170 A/B 2200lb gross. (STC00804CH) the 2106 lb number shows up in the TCD sheet but doesn't mention the EDO float although it does in other areas so who knows??

[quote="kbbell"]Is the WingX approved for 2400 lbs in Canada?

According to WingX, Yes

In combination with Wipline 2100's you get gwt of 2200lbs. ART/WingX STC for GWT of 2400lbs is a bust. He's blow'in smoke about getting it approved in the US. Been at it for years with no results.

I've pulled them in 4 inches with no damage/wings off

Using a come a long U can make it whatever you want!

Why is the world intent on fixing thinks that aren't broke Computer programs

n2582d wrote:

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Note the '52 and earlier "D" shaped rear window, the '53 and later pressure cowling, and the C-185 style round tail spring.

Looks like it!! I wonder how they went about the stinger and what the gross weight was?? Seems 175 tail feathers were used.

After reading the other thread and seeing the 40 degree flap issue as possibly "THEE" issue (Gross weight increase) I'm calling ART/WingX tomorrow and see why they haven't received a US STC for 170B/180 hp (2400 lb gross). Maybe they have more info they could share. I know many would appre...

Any pictures out there of C-170C??

Stoots aviation sez a combination of larger engine and larger tail feathers such as the 170 "C". Anbody have pictures of such??

I would think a new thread dealing with "Errors" might be of more use to the club as moving these large businesses to correct errors is akin to changing the IRS rules

As I read it the old style steering put more tension on the lower rudder hinge bushing. New style went for the rudder cable forward of that bushing. It worked I guess but then you have all of the other issues now.