The International Cessna 170 Association

Here is another reason to fly with the door off, Pure Fun :D http://www.dtlinn.com/bucketdrop.html I currently own this 170 and it is still placarded to fly with the door off. Mainly "remove all loose objects from the cabin". I haven't removed the door and probably won't. Unless the coyote...

That's one to keep :D A couple quotes from the beginning that I thought were cool, "He's a qualified flight instructor" QFI? "You can get a license for about $100" "You can become a QFI for about $500" How many of us took lessons in a suit, tie and stylish hat. Bill

Christmas is coming and I am thinking of putting the two blankets I currently use as a cowl and prop cover to other uses.

Which engine cover are you guys using?

Which one has the best fit and functionality?

Easiest to use?



Bill

That's great

I've been thinking about taking our dog, she loves to go to the hangar so what the heck.
Does your dog wear mutt muffs?
Does he/she ride in the front seat or back?

Bill

hilltop170 wrote

IMO, I WOULD NOT use wheel penetration skiis on a 170 due to the lack of horsepower (even with a bigger engine) to drag the extended wheels thru the snow.

I agree and eliminated the Landis penetration skis, which are not STC'd for the 170 either.

hilltop170 wrote flat country pilot wrote: I have not considered hydraulic skis but did think about two position skis, Aero R2800. The Aero R2800 you place in the ski position on the ground, in the air they have a cable to pull and the spring moves them into the wheel position. $6,500 to $7,000. Aga...

I have been researching skis and am close to buying some, here is some of what I have found. First, I have ZERO experience with skis, therefore this info may be worth just that much. I have not totally ruled out wheel penetration skis, but I don't believe my mighty 145hp 0300 is enough for them. In ...

Living your dream

If you launch off the cliff without being airborn, you could always push down and gain airspeed real quick.

Bill

Thank you guys.

Seems like a real minor thing, but it protects the major windshield.

Bill

I'm going to replace the wing fairing rub strips. They are almost gone right at the windshield.

Part # 0520005-3 and 0520005-7

Is there a good source to buy them, or should I make some out of felt?

My hesitation with felt, even good quality wool, is that it may not stand up to water.

Bill

Hero or Idiot?

Definately not an idiot, and you have shown your a Competent pilot.

Good job

Bill

mit wrote:I like the originals

Me too. They have cool factor.

Why do you want to change them? Are they in bad condition?

Bill

I ordered a engine cover and a Reiff oil sump heater Since your asking, in Minnesota you should have the full Reiff engine heater, not just the sump heater. I haven't priced a Reiff for a couple years, but if your going to put the engine heater on, put the entire heater on with the cylinder bands. ...

170c

You guys probably need some Moose Droll beer. Brewed in Montana I think.

Feeling the need to change your spelling
Its "Moose Drool" brewed in Bozeman MT and its pretty good.
We can buy it here and that makes us happy.

Bill

gahorn wrote:Where do you install the bell?

May have to use a cloths pin and ace of spades.