Forum: Messages
04-27-25, 11:02 AM
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Main Gear Actuator
I posted this message two weeks ago and have not had any response. It is difficult to believe that no one on this forum has ever had a problem with the main gear actuator on any of the early model...
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Forum: Messages
04-11-25, 10:13 AM
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Replies: 2
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Min Gear Actuator
Forgot to specify that I have a 337A so I have the single large actuator instead of the smaller dual actuators on the later model airplanes.
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Forum: Messages
04-09-25, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 2
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Main Gear Actuator
My main gear actuator just started leaking hydraulic fluid at the rear end. I plan to overhaul it (with the help of my IA). I have studied the MM including the breakdown of the actuator in the MA...
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Forum: Messages
04-27-24, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 5
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Rear engine oil
I had the same problem but it did not start suddenly but developed over time. Pulled the cowls and found the rocker cover gaskets and push rod tubes were dripping a small amount of oil and it does...
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Forum: Messages
01-13-24, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 5
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Fuel Flow indicator
Anyone happen to have fuel flow (pressure) indicator that you don't need?
Part #S1513N2
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Forum: Messages
12-23-23, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 192,419
Fuel Senders
I would be interested in direct replacement fuel senders.
Burt
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Forum: Messages
12-21-23, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 4
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Forum: Messages
12-19-23, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 124,177
When first measured it was .35 ips. The lowest...
When first measured it was .35 ips. The lowest reading obtained was .11 ips and that is where we are now. Better, but not good enough.
And thanks for the link to the prop balancing article. Very...
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Forum: Messages
12-19-23, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 124,177
Prop Balance
Has anyone had experience with dynamic prop balance issues on the 337? I had my rear prop overhauled and they removed the dynamic balance weights that were on the spinner backplate. After that I...
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Forum: Messages
12-08-23, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 49,224
Thanks to Tom, Frank, and Randy for your kind...
Thanks to Tom, Frank, and Randy for your kind assistance. I was able to troubleshoot the system and discover that my sensor as well as my tach are functioning properly. The problem is with the prop...
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Forum: Messages
12-06-23, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 49,224
Front tach inop
I have a 1966 337A and the front tach has gone inop. Tried switching front and rear leads on the back of the tach and there is nothing wrong with the instrument. My Service Manual shows a tach...
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Forum: Messages
12-03-23, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 4
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starting technique
I use the same technique with a slight variation of my own that I have used for over 50 years and I have used it on lots of different airplanes (that have fuel injection).
Burt
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Forum: Messages
11-14-23, 09:45 PM
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Replies: 3
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Gear Door Removal
Thanks Frank, I called them and they still have the kit available. I will probably order one. Be nice to get rid of the clamshell doors.
Burt
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Forum: Messages
11-14-23, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 3
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Gear door removal
Does anyone know who holds the STC for the Gear Door Removal Mod?
Burt
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Forum: Parts For Sale
09-28-23, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 93,108
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Forum: Messages
06-18-23, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Messages
06-16-23, 12:12 AM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Messages
06-15-23, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 41,734
Thanks for the very thorough response. I too...
Thanks for the very thorough response. I too experienced several different issues getting all those screws out. And yes, I do have all of them out that I can see, including the four that go through...
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Forum: Messages
06-14-23, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 5
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Aux tank cover
When I put more than 12 gallons of fuel in my right aux tank it leaks. I have removed all the screws in the aux tank cover but still cannot remove the cover. This is a 1966 A model 337. There is a...
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Forum: Messages
05-10-23, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 11
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Skymaster Down (Billings, MY)
Here is a link to a picture of the crash in the Billings newspaper:
https://twitter.com/billingsgazette/status/1653809653174743052
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Forum: Messages
03-15-23, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 5
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Forum: Messages
03-08-23, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 164,820
While waiting for the swivel to arrive that I...
While waiting for the swivel to arrive that I ordered a few days ago, I continued to play with my old one and finally succeeded in getting the snap ring out without damaging anything. So if and when...
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Forum: Messages
03-07-23, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 3
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Arizona Skymaster Owners
I would like to connect with other Skymaster owners who are based in Arizona. I live in Tucson and am based at KRYN.
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Forum: Messages
03-07-23, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 164,820
That picture of all the swivel parts is very...
That picture of all the swivel parts is very illuminating. I am not a FB user so had never seen it. Even though I have always been very mechanically inclined have considerable experience with...
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Forum: Messages
03-03-23, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 164,820
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