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Forum: Messages 08-25-10, 03:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 106,920
Posted By Paul Sharp
Strotobee, looking at your overall responses on...

Strotobee, looking at your overall responses on this thread, I'm afraid I have to agree with the others. You aren't living in the real world.
Forum: Messages 08-23-10, 01:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 70,249
Posted By Paul Sharp
The idea is that the turbos allow maintenance of...

The idea is that the turbos allow maintenance of sea-level MAP up to the critical altitude. I don't remember off the top what that is, but the POH says full 32" MAP can be maintained by the turbos...
Forum: Messages 08-22-10, 07:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 70,249
Posted By Paul Sharp
I own a '67 Turbo, and we were flying back to...

I own a '67 Turbo, and we were flying back to Utah from Montana, over the mountains at 16,500' about 7-8 years ago. Fuel probably at about 80% of capacity at that point (using all 4 tanks), 3 adults...
Forum: Messages 08-22-10, 07:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 106,920
Posted By Paul Sharp
I agree with Roger and also with Ernie. You are...

I agree with Roger and also with Ernie. You are going to spend around $80K-100K either now or later. And if that doesn't suit your budget you should look for something else to do for fun.

My...
Forum: Messages 03-02-10, 05:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 27,109
Posted By Paul Sharp
OK - Thanks to all for their excellent input.

OK - Thanks to all for their excellent input.
Forum: Messages 03-02-10, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 27,109
Posted By Paul Sharp
Is there any island between the west coast and...

Is there any island between the west coast and Hawaii?

337B, for those "N" registered planes in the UK, would they be able to skip the SIDs then (assuming still Part 91 N registration)?
Forum: Messages 03-01-10, 01:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 27,109
Posted By Paul Sharp
What if the aircraft is kept registered in the...

What if the aircraft is kept registered in the U.S.? Would that mean that the SIDs may not need to be complied with?
Forum: Messages 02-28-10, 04:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 27,109
Posted By Paul Sharp
Over Pond - Pacific Ocean

Anyone have experience, or can recommend someone who does, with flying to Australia area? Routes, islands in between, ferry tanks installation?

I'm wondering how it is done, or if you just give...
Forum: Aircraft For Sale 11-12-09, 03:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 13,275
Posted By Paul Sharp
1967 Turbo Super Skymaster

Deiced turbo, low time engines, high quality interior/exterior, new boots, Garmin 430 certified IFR, wet vacuum pumps, dual hydraulic pumps, factory O2, etc. Listed at $105K, but will consider...
Forum: Messages 06-10-09, 01:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 20,690
Posted By Paul Sharp
I find that figuring an amount equal to direct...

I find that figuring an amount equal to direct costs per hour (fuel, oil, etc.) pretty closely approximates ongoing costs for maintenance and servicing.
Forum: Messages 03-31-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,517
Posted By Paul Sharp
Sammy at Air Services (Carrollton, GA) had some...

Sammy at Air Services (Carrollton, GA) had some of that material - it was the official stuff - 6 or 7 few years ago. He may still have some. It isn't that cheap material you can get at the hardware...
Forum: Messages 03-31-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,452
Posted By Paul Sharp
Thumbs down Yes, these kinds of things are always great...

Yes, these kinds of things are always great input. I added it to my database of Skymaster hints/kinks/maintenance suggestions, etc. Thanks for posting it.
Forum: Messages 02-18-09, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,887
Posted By Paul Sharp
My OPW actually has the same requirements. I...

My OPW actually has the same requirements.

I made a call to AIG and asked to talk to an underwriter. They said I should go through my agent. I told them I had sent a letter and received no...
Forum: Messages 02-17-09, 10:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 41,330
Posted By Paul Sharp
I replaced the heater in my T337B two years ago...

I replaced the heater in my T337B two years ago with an O/H'd one from Janitrol ("Kelly Aerospace" now) and it was just under $2K through Harold Haskins (Dothan, AL). It was a totally new core and...
Forum: Messages 02-17-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,887
Posted By Paul Sharp
I called Avemco and their quote was $1500 over...

I called Avemco and their quote was $1500 over what I'm paying now. I appreciate the suggestion, but that one didn't pan out very well.
Forum: Messages 01-29-09, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,887
Posted By Paul Sharp
Insurance

I got that stupid cover letter again from Skysmith that says "Anyone receiving any dual/instruction in the insured aircraft must be a named pilot AND THE CFI MUST MEET THE OPW." No instructor I have...
Forum: Messages 09-08-08, 12:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,463
Posted By Paul Sharp
The part I loved was when the writer called it...

The part I loved was when the writer called it that "bizarre" design. Hoo boy - what the world doesn't know...
Forum: Messages 09-07-08, 04:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,841
Posted By Paul Sharp
Good suggestion, Herb - I tried it and it worked....

Good suggestion, Herb - I tried it and it worked. Thanks.
Forum: Messages 08-25-08, 12:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,247
Posted By Paul Sharp
(Don't forget that a great many planes don't have...

(Don't forget that a great many planes don't have dual hydraulic pumps, so if you lose the engine with the single pump, you aren't going to move the gear any direction at all in any hurry.)
Forum: Messages 08-25-08, 12:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,841
Posted By Paul Sharp
Sorry about the double-post; the site said I...

Sorry about the double-post; the site said I wasn't logged in but evidently I was.
Forum: Messages 08-25-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 31,841
Posted By Paul Sharp
On the $ I know the feeling - one or two...

On the $ I know the feeling - one or two potential buyers have wondered why I ask a high price for my aircraft. You can buy at $50K and then spend another $100K or just buy for $150K and have it...
Forum: Messages 12-17-07, 12:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,248
Posted By Paul Sharp
I have the Powertow unit and really like it. I...

I have the Powertow unit and really like it. I have found it the best all-around for the money. It has a chain for the tire but I've never had to use the chain, even in snow/ice.
Forum: Messages 12-04-07, 05:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,595
Posted By Paul Sharp
I did talk to Owen. He said for my model his...

I did talk to Owen. He said for my model his wing extensions would add 400 lbs. (making the GW 4700 instead of the 4300 original). So that's worthing thinking about.

I thank all for their kind...
Forum: Messages 12-02-07, 09:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,595
Posted By Paul Sharp
Rick, do you know which mods do what and what...

Rick, do you know which mods do what and what possible GW you may get?

HHarney - On those props, what does "MT" mean?

Thanks.
Forum: Messages 11-30-07, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 18,595
Posted By Paul Sharp
Increase GW?

Is there any way to increase gross weight capability with the kits available? I.e., with Horton, Robertson, or Microdynamics? (Microdynamics says "no" that there is no GW increase.) Or any other...
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