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Forum: Messages 09-09-03, 05:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 33,994
Posted By kevin
The fuel capacity change (to 148) did not occur...

The fuel capacity change (to 148) did not occur until the H model in '76, to my knowledge, although I will be happy to be corrected.

There was a change in back seats from G to H, see this...
Forum: Messages 09-05-03, 05:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 22,981
Posted By kevin
Exhaust System Repair/Overhaul

I spoke this afternoon to Chris Stepp of Aircraft Exhaust Technologies in Littlefork, MN. Chris is in the business of repairing and overhauling exhaust systems. Chris is considering adding 337...
Forum: Messages 09-04-03, 03:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 70,452
Posted By kevin
I use 1/3 flaps for normal takeoffs, and 2/3 for...

I use 1/3 flaps for normal takeoffs, and 2/3 for landing. 2/3 flaps for takeoff is an RSTOL thing, not applicable to non-RSTOL aircraft.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 09-04-03, 01:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 47,438
Posted By kevin
It is technically possible, but I'd have to write...

It is technically possible, but I'd have to write some software to do it, no time for that right now...

Interesting thought though.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 09-04-03, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 29,259
Posted By kevin
Yes, really nice report. Also, I am suprised...

Yes, really nice report. Also, I am suprised when you say you cannot execute a precision WAAS approach with it. I thought that was one of the benefits of this unit? Can you expand on...
Forum: Messages 09-04-03, 10:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 70,452
Posted By kevin
In my '73 P337, I fly as taught at Recurrent...

In my '73 P337, I fly as taught at Recurrent Training Center. I rotate at 80 mph, and put the gear up when I have a good positive rate of climb (which is always above 102 mph blue line). I'd say...
Forum: Messages 09-02-03, 03:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 47,438
Posted By kevin
Thanks Frank, that would be just great. I don't...

Thanks Frank, that would be just great. I don't know how to access the registries in the other countries, just the U.S., so help with Canada and other countries will be very valuable.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 09-02-03, 01:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 47,438
Posted By kevin
So my vote would be that we use the money...

So my vote would be that we use the money collected in the last meeting to pay for a mailing to all U.S. registered Skymaster owners publicizing the next meeting and the web site at the same time.

I...
Forum: Messages 09-01-03, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 47,438
Posted By kevin
What, you gave the money to a LAWYER!?! I'm...

What, you gave the money to a LAWYER!?! I'm sure I will get it soon, less attorney's fees and costs... ;-)

Seriously, I have not received anything yet, but knowing Keven, I am sure there is a good...
Forum: Messages 08-31-03, 08:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 70,452
Posted By kevin
You're right Hugh, I should have written "post...

You're right Hugh, I should have written "post '72". I mean 73 and later.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-30-03, 01:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 70,452
Posted By kevin
Just to clarify, in case anybody else misreads...

Just to clarify, in case anybody else misreads Mark's post, as I did at first, when Mark says you "lose 100 FPM" he means "your climb rate is reduced by 100 FPM". So if you had 375 FPM with the gear...
Forum: Messages 08-29-03, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 27,660
Posted By kevin
This has been discussed a number of times before...

This has been discussed a number of times before on this site and on the other two. To find more information, I suggest you use the Search function on the top of any message board page. Try...
Forum: Messages 08-29-03, 09:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 54,769
Posted By kevin
Please *don't* attach it. Send it to me on a CD...

Please *don't* attach it. Send it to me on a CD instead.

Kevin Mackenzie
39860 SW Snowcrest Dr.
Cornelius, OR 97113

I have a cool movie of my own, and have made arrangements with Bob Cook to...
Forum: Messages 08-29-03, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 33,987
Posted By kevin
As Francisco said, what airplane and web site are...

As Francisco said, what airplane and web site are you guys talking about? Please let the rest of us in on it... ;)

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-26-03, 02:42 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 328,299
Posted By kevin
The only book I am aware of that is specifically...

The only book I am aware of that is specifically about buying a Skymaster is from Scott Smith of SkySmith, Inc. I went and pulled the text description from his site:

"How to buy a used Skymaster"...
Forum: Messages 08-21-03, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 26,829
Posted By kevin
Good point Bob, never thought of that. I think I...

Good point Bob, never thought of that. I think I will modify my procedures as you suggest, leave the props at cruise RPM.

Thanks, it's nice to learn from this board, as usual...

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-21-03, 12:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 24,981
Posted By kevin
Unhappy Lost Messages

Hello folks,

I'm sorry to report that some number of messages posted between 8/19 and 8/20 were lost due to my hosting company not giving a crap about their customers. (I know, you get what you pay...
Forum: Messages 08-21-03, 12:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 26,829
Posted By kevin
My pattern does not conform to GUMPS...

My pattern does not conform to GUMPS particularly. Here is what I do:

Gas: I frankly don't check, as my tank selectors are never moved except during the annual. This will not work for pre-73...
Forum: Messages 08-14-03, 11:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,003
Posted By kevin
Thanks Paul. What is your shop rate? Kevin

Thanks Paul. What is your shop rate?

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-13-03, 10:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 33,271
Posted By kevin
On one landing in my '65 337, I had just touched...

On one landing in my '65 337, I had just touched down, nose was still in the air, wheel back nearly all the way. I had 3 passengers so CG was about in the middle of the range. Anyway, the airplane...
Forum: Messages 08-11-03, 12:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 38,139
Posted By kevin
Thank you both. Nice to know that the work is...

Thank you both. Nice to know that the work is appreciated...

kevin
Forum: Messages 08-10-03, 07:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 27,278
Posted By kevin
Dave, You can find lots of information on this...

Dave,

You can find lots of information on this topic already on the site. Click on the word Search at the top of the screen when viewing any part of the message board, and enter the keyword "spar"....
Forum: Messages 08-10-03, 03:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,003
Posted By kevin
Hoo ahh, $85 per hour. That is the highest shop...

Hoo ahh, $85 per hour. That is the highest shop rate I have heard of in aviation, but I'm probably just uninformed. I can see why you switched...

Thanks for the info.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-10-03, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 22,764
Posted By kevin
W&B is excellent, because I can move the rear...

W&B is excellent, because I can move the rear passengers to the rear. I love the mod.

Kevin
Forum: Messages 08-10-03, 12:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,003
Posted By kevin
Larry, Thanks (and thanks to Mark as well). ...

Larry,

Thanks (and thanks to Mark as well). Larry, for the record I think you have the work done in Grand Rapids, MI, correct? What is the shop rate?

Kevin
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