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Forum: Messages 07-17-05, 12:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 25,760
Posted By MikeZ
Paul, I believe that the alternators need a...

Paul, I believe that the alternators need a minimal line voltage fro the batteries to kick in. There is in "exciter" inside the alternator that must be energized. The engines will start and run on...
Forum: Messages 07-16-05, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,504
Posted By MikeZ
P337 Engine MP at high altitude

Hello all, its been a while since I posted. I have an engine performance issue I'd like some feedback on:

My 79 P337H rear engine, mid time, has been persistently acting funny at higher altitudes as...
Forum: Messages 06-15-04, 06:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 8,930
Posted By MikeZ
Question Learning curve engine trends

I've been flying my 79 P for 15 years now, prided myself on quality maintenance and reliability. Since OH engines 500 hours ago, its been wonderful. I baby the engines, cruise high and long and fast....
Forum: Messages 03-21-04, 08:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,463
Posted By MikeZ
I've had my 79 P337H now for 14 years. Bought it...

I've had my 79 P337H now for 14 years. Bought it from Jack Riley, almost a full conversion "squawk free". Took me about 5 years of one hour in the shop for two hours of flying (if I was lucky). ...
Forum: Messages 12-22-03, 11:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,179
Posted By MikeZ
Dale's comment reflects my own. It's all a...

Dale's comment reflects my own. It's all a matter of cost and reliability for your intended use. If the 400 autopilot is reliable enough for you, fix it and keep it. If it is not, change it. ...
Forum: Messages 12-19-03, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 12,730
Posted By MikeZ
I have a 79 P, with 148 standard. Last year we...

I have a 79 P, with 148 standard. Last year we added Flint tip tanks and 38 gallons additional. I now make it non-stop from upstate NY to south florida. If the winds are so bad that I can't make...
Forum: Messages 12-19-03, 06:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,179
Posted By MikeZ
I replaced the 400A with an S-tec 55 several...

I replaced the 400A with an S-tec 55 several years ago and couldn't be more satisfied. The 400A was always breaking down and doing some scary things on its own. The 55 has been reliable. I don't...
Forum: Messages 10-07-03, 06:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,054
Posted By MikeZ
Sure, I don't mind sharing info. The total...

Sure, I don't mind sharing info.

The total weight penalty is about 70 pounds, more or less. For the current kit price, contact SuperSkyrocket at http://www.superskyrocket.com/pages/menu.htm.

As...
Forum: Messages 10-05-03, 04:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,054
Posted By MikeZ
I had my own crew put Riley AC into my 79 P337H. ...

I had my own crew put Riley AC into my 79 P337H. It was not easy but the kit from Riley was complete, with minor exceptions, and the service they provided was excellent including after install. ...
Forum: Messages 07-06-03, 10:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 36,037
Posted By MikeZ
Good thing that Horton Stol

Been flying 14 years with a Horton Stol. In the air I can fly level at about 45 KIAS. I approach at normal speed, and flare at about 70 kts. The real benefit I find is in the margin of safety. I...
Forum: Messages 06-25-03, 10:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 19,464
Posted By MikeZ
Misplaced quote you cite

Actually, despite my decision, I think the Adam is a phenominal aircraft. A close friend who also has a deposit flew the demo plane and says that it is smooth, powerful, well designed, and a joy to...
Forum: Messages 06-23-03, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 19,464
Posted By MikeZ
Skymaster or Adam 500?

I've been flying my 79P for 14 years and it fits me like a glove. It's in perfect condition and there's almost nothing I find wrong with it, except for the rare times I have more than two other...
Forum: Parts For Sale 06-23-03, 11:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 14,464
Posted By MikeZ
Exclamation Rear prop blade for sale

Some months ago I small part damage one of the rear blades on my P337. Upon review with the prop shop we decided to replace both blades with new, or else I had to grind the new blade down to match...
Forum: Messages 06-10-03, 10:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 15,626
Posted By MikeZ
Call SuperSkyrocket LLC at (800) 841-1115. I...

Call SuperSkyrocket LLC at (800) 841-1115. I have installed a number of Riley mods on my P337, including AC (works great) and I've found their tech service to be excellent.
Forum: Messages 03-06-03, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,020
Posted By MikeZ
no Gami for me

I've been running my 79 P337 for 14 years now. I have Riley intercoolers. In the "old" days I used to lean aggressively, but still within the book numbers, modified by Riley. Burned through many...
Forum: Messages 02-05-03, 11:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,012
Posted By MikeZ
Cool Problem solved

Hey all.... finally got it, after mucho dinero.

Analyzed system drawings and deduced that inadequate airflow over coil was causing overheating. Traced all parts and cables and found that the front...
Forum: Messages 01-22-03, 11:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,881
Posted By MikeZ
Good luck Dale. I feel bad about the $6000. But...

Good luck Dale. I feel bad about the $6000. But for the $, I agree with Bob, nothing wrong with the 400 AP if it works..... :)
Forum: Messages 01-22-03, 06:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,881
Posted By MikeZ
Dale: I had the same problem for years and years...

Dale: I had the same problem for years and years with my 400 series autopilot (not cold weather, but intermittent HARD wingover). Passengers LOVED it! (just kidding).

I would have another odd...
Forum: Messages 01-22-03, 06:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,012
Posted By MikeZ
Reply to Bob Cook

Bob: Yes the heater OH light does come on. There's a new combustion air blower as well.

To my knowledge, the thermostat does not measure heater coil temperature, it measures airflow temperature...
Forum: Messages 01-21-03, 08:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,012
Posted By MikeZ
Arrow Update on Intermittent Heater

All combustion heater parts are now new. We even replaced the defective Overheat light (eyebrow panel). It's still happening. Combustion heater runs for 30 seconds, then overheat light comes on,...
Forum: Messages 12-22-02, 08:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,012
Posted By MikeZ
Update

Tech service said that the newly overhauled heaters have tighter limits on the pressure switches for combustion air flow to ensure that the unit gets adequate flow. They advised replacing the...
Forum: Messages 12-19-02, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,012
Posted By MikeZ
Question Help - intermittent combustion heater

HELP please. My 79 P337-H combustion heater has become intermittent. Last trip from Florida to Upstate NY was almost hellish (cold). Heater fires, gets warm, works on the ground, goes out after...
Forum: Messages 11-26-02, 11:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 8,807
Posted By MikeZ
Cool tips about tips

I researched both, and if I recall correctly, the flint had a slightly lesser length, and hangar door width was a big consideration on both ends of my trips. Plus, my shop mgr IA had done flints...
Forum: Messages 11-24-02, 10:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,351
Posted By MikeZ
Air conditioning..... ahhhh

I've owned my 79 Pressurized since 89. Always managed to survive the sweats in summer on the ground, or bursting out through a cloud deck into the sun, only to break out in a sweat in 30 seconds. ...
Forum: Messages 11-10-02, 08:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,055
Posted By MikeZ
Wink AWM endorsed here

I've been using AWM with Ipaq for over two years. I'm nothing but satisfied.

I use CV supplied Garmin GPS antenna velcroed to my glareshield, works flawlessly, never loses signal.

I use Globalstar...
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