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Forum: Messages 03-08-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 297
Posted By edasmus
"Excruciating".... YEP You have summed it up! ...

"Excruciating".... YEP

You have summed it up! In my senior years, I've reduced the story to a much shorter version.

Higher POWER = Higher SPEED = Less TIME = More $$$ (In FUEL and probably...
Forum: Messages 03-08-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 297
Posted By edasmus
My research agrees with your logic. I fly for...

My research agrees with your logic. I fly for entertainment and rarely have anywhere to go. My plane is not turbocharged but I have always set 65% or less in cruise and lean to my heart’s content....
Forum: Messages 02-14-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,361
Posted By edasmus
This is what mine looked like. 1973 C337G about 2...

This is what mine looked like. 1973 C337G about 2 1/2 years ago. Hopefully the pic attaches.
Forum: Parts Sources 09-27-23, 11:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,175
Posted By edasmus
I would tend to doubt that they would paint the...

I would tend to doubt that they would paint the parts. When I did it more than a decade ago, I recall the parts arriving pure white. Additionally, trimming, sanding, and even some heating was...
Forum: Parts Sources 09-27-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,175
Posted By edasmus
It’s been years since I used this place but I...

It’s been years since I used this place but I think they’re still around.

planeplastics.com
Forum: Aircraft For Sale 09-16-23, 08:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,623
Posted By edasmus
No not a Reims. Mine is a 73 C337G. However, the...

No not a Reims. Mine is a 73 C337G. However, the referenced information applies to all our reciprocating aircraft engines. 😊
Forum: Aircraft For Sale 09-16-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,623
Posted By edasmus
I agree with the advice given by the last post....

I agree with the advice given by the last post. John Deakin and all his friends at GAMI struck me as some of the most knowledgeable and experienced people available to teach us pilots how to operate...
Forum: Messages 07-13-23, 08:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 25,960
Posted By edasmus
I also took this pic today. It's the best I can...

I also took this pic today. It's the best I can do as I have a feeling if I go visit the shop tomorrow, the plane will be back on it's own "feet" by then. Hope this helps.
Forum: Messages 07-13-23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 25,960
Posted By edasmus
Just came from my shop as my plane is getting...

Just came from my shop as my plane is getting it's annual inspection. My plane is on jacks per the photo. Only the co-pilot side boom is supporting the tail. There is no jack on the other boom. ...
Forum: Messages 05-12-23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,351
Posted By edasmus
Yes, my shop has been the heartbeat of my...

Yes, my shop has been the heartbeat of my airplane ownership experience. Formerly Lumanair (relatively small family FBO) since the 1950's I believe, however sold out a couple years ago and is now...
Forum: Messages 05-11-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,351
Posted By edasmus
I have been using the same shop for over 30 years...

I have been using the same shop for over 30 years of which the last 21 years has been with my C337G. I'd say 3 to 5 weeks is typical for my annual inspections. They always seem to have hangars full...
Forum: Messages 04-26-23, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,999
Posted By edasmus
P-r-e-t-t-y !!!

P-r-e-t-t-y !!!
Forum: Messages 04-19-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 11,242
Posted By edasmus
I second the recommend on H&S out of Michigan...

I second the recommend on H&S out of Michigan (White Lake is the town I believe) not far from the KPTK Pontiac Airport north of Detroit. Excellent experience with them in the spring of 2021. I'd...
Forum: Messages 04-11-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,923
Posted By edasmus
I’ve been using mine for 9 years now. I’m almost...

I’ve been using mine for 9 years now. I’m almost certain mine was for “aviation use” and specifically the Gill brand battery that I’ve been using forever. I’ve had good service with them so never...
Forum: Messages 04-11-23, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,923
Posted By edasmus
“Battery Minder” 24 volt. Love it!

“Battery Minder” 24 volt. Love it!
Forum: Messages 03-25-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,857
Posted By edasmus
Rereading your post, (AND I AM NO EXPERT, just a...

Rereading your post, (AND I AM NO EXPERT, just a 21 year owner who watches my shop work and learns as much as I can, without turning wrenches (that is not fun for me)), I did observe your comment in...
Forum: Messages 03-25-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,857
Posted By edasmus
Try this link on this forum . Hopefully it works...

Try this link on this forum . Hopefully it works as I’m not good at this tech stuff. Electrical issues can be quite nemesis in my ownership experience. Good luck my friend....
Forum: Messages 03-03-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,507
Posted By edasmus
I would agree. I would put myself in category...

I would agree. I would put myself in category "3." I do not have anything scanned but if I were to ever sell my plane, I would gladly provide any and all documents that I have which would be...
Forum: Messages 03-02-23, 06:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,327
Posted By edasmus
Clearly it would be "fair to say" that any weight...

Clearly it would be "fair to say" that any weight and/or drag reduction with all other things being equal would make the O2 go faster. Would the O2 equal the 337G? Only one way to find out, buy...
Forum: Messages 03-02-23, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,327
Posted By edasmus
My 1973 C337G is a solid 155kts TAS at various...

My 1973 C337G is a solid 155kts TAS at various altitudes in the 5 to 9 thousand foot range on 17-18 GPH (8.5 to 9 GPH/engine) with 2 standard people on board. My airplane is as stock as they come...
Forum: Messages 01-10-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,927
Posted By edasmus
My shop disassembles mine at every annual. They...

My shop disassembles mine at every annual. They have periodically had to clean them up and did indicate that I may need to replace at some point but so far so good. My most recent annual was August...
Forum: Messages 01-10-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,911
Posted By edasmus
Your question is rather general so not much to go...

Your question is rather general so not much to go on with what might be the problem. I can give a general answer about water, however. In my many years of ownership, water is what I fear the most...
Forum: Messages 11-19-22, 02:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,696
Posted By edasmus
Happy to hear your success! These planes are so...

Happy to hear your success! These planes are so enjoyable when all is right with the maintenance! Safe flying! 😊
Forum: Messages 09-21-22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,902
Posted By edasmus
I had a very good experience a year ago with H&S...

I had a very good experience a year ago with H&S Propeller in White Lake, MI. They overhauled my rear prop of my 1973 C337G. I had a not good experience with Aircraft Propeller north of Chicago the...
Forum: Messages 09-06-22, 02:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,755
Posted By edasmus
I have a gas and electric tug. Much prefer the...

I have a gas and electric tug. Much prefer the gas tug. It’s nice to not be tethered with an extension chord but mostly the single wheel is much more maneuverable than the dual wheel electric tug....
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