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Forum: Messages 05-15-08, 06:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 50,200
Posted By Ernie Martin
Two observations. In 2001 I took my Skymaster...

Two observations.

In 2001 I took my Skymaster from Miami to Boise, ID. Each of our legs was 6 hours (one in the morning and one in the afternoon). I was 57 then (read: no spring chicken) and it was...
Forum: Messages 05-11-08, 09:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 953,709
Posted By Ernie Martin
General Skymaster Info & Tips For Buyers

If you are a fairly new user of this forum, the following points will help you navigate and obtain faster results.

For general information about Skymasters please do a Search before posting a...
Forum: Messages 05-11-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 17,170
Posted By Ernie Martin
The figure below is the power pack manifold assy...

The figure below is the power pack manifold assy for Cessna 337 1965-1969. Item 5 is the solenoid and item 8 is the sleeve and spool. Item 7 P/N is MS28775-018 and item 10 P/N is MS28775-016.

Ernie
Forum: Messages 05-08-08, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 15,415
Posted By Ernie Martin
Cowl Flap Has Partial Travel

My rear cowl flap works perfectly but for only the center half of its travel. On a flight today I wasn't able to close it at cruising altitude. Upon landing I found it roughly half open. When you...
Forum: Messages 05-05-08, 09:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 41,569
Posted By Ernie Martin
However, I have found an easier indicator that it...

However, I have found an easier indicator that it is the dampner: if it happens only when the dampner is hot. I've had to overhaul the dampner once on each of my two Skymasters and each time there...
Forum: Messages 05-01-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 35,355
Posted By Ernie Martin
Because of an AD that some consider faulty if an...

Because of an AD that some consider faulty if an engine is disassembled and it does not have a VAR crank, then a VAR crank needs to be bought and installed. VAR stands for Vacuum Arc Remelt, a...
Forum: Messages 04-20-08, 05:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,442
Posted By Ernie Martin
Owen makes the ring (P/N 1552127-2), which is...

Owen makes the ring (P/N 1552127-2), which is common to all 337 Skymasters and is where the cracks typically appear. I don't know that he makes the rest of the rear panel.

Ernie
Forum: Messages 04-20-08, 12:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,442
Posted By Ernie Martin
Carbon Fiber (and Owen Bell) To The Rescue

Vibration near the rear engine and years of fatigue have caused cracks on the upper lip of the lower tail cap assembly (the panel below the engine with the two holes for the tail pipes). These cracks...
Forum: Messages 04-11-08, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 27,213
Posted By Ernie Martin
Great job, Larry.

Great job, Larry.
Forum: Messages 04-06-08, 11:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 35,144
Posted By Ernie Martin
I think you've covered all the bases and the only...

I think you've covered all the bases and the only point I would make is that you shouldn't be overly concerned. Specifically, don't let this mystery keep you from using and enjoying your aircraft....
Forum: Messages 04-03-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 17,956
Posted By Ernie Martin
Pete: I don't believe too many Part 91 (private)...

Pete:

I don't believe too many Part 91 (private) operators follow this bulletin, but perhaps it's a requirement for other operators. There is a company that specializes in aircraft seat belts and...
Forum: Messages 04-01-08, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 35,144
Posted By Ernie Martin
I am puzzled by your incident. I'm probably not...

I am puzzled by your incident. I'm probably not going to be very helpful, but let me share what views I have.

1. The infrequent gear problems I've had have all been on my 1973 due to a weak battery,...
Forum: Messages 03-09-08, 05:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 18,575
Posted By Ernie Martin
Thanks, Robert, for contributing. Fascinating...

Thanks, Robert, for contributing. Fascinating work. I also enjoyed one of your other videos, with the distinctive sound of a Skymaster taking off,...
Forum: Messages 02-28-08, 10:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 25,788
Posted By Ernie Martin
I don't think anyone rents 337s, so it may be...

I don't think anyone rents 337s, so it may be hard to come up with a rental rate. But let me take a stab at approaching it from two viewpoints.

Cost Model
First, what are the operating costs per...
Forum: Messages 02-07-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 24,440
Posted By Ernie Martin
No nicks on the rear prop. Good suggestion by Kim...

No nicks on the rear prop. Good suggestion by Kim to replace with screws and nuts. If Kim is right and the fiberglass inlet causes the rivets to pull through, then a recurring inspection every time...
Forum: Messages 02-07-08, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 24,440
Posted By Ernie Martin
Check the TOP of Your Aircraft

I get to the airport at 7 AM so we can get an early start on two days of puddle jumping to several Bahamian islands. After a thorough pre-flight inspection and filling the tanks to the brim, I climb...
Forum: Messages 02-03-08, 11:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 29,919
Posted By Ernie Martin
Thanks, Herb. Until I saw your message, which I...

Thanks, Herb. Until I saw your message, which I assume is in jest, this is what I had written:

"Akward, to say the least. I would guess that these "lawnmower engines" add substantially to drag, so...
Forum: Messages 01-26-08, 11:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 37,670
Posted By Ernie Martin
Steve G's message says that he suspects "that...

Steve G's message says that he suspects "that total drag would actually increase with doors removed due to the disruption of the boundary layer". In fact, the STC kit includes vortex-generator fins...
Forum: Messages 01-26-08, 06:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 51,601
Posted By Ernie Martin
I had TKMs in my first Skymaster and the factory...

I had TKMs in my first Skymaster and the factory did a reasonable job on repairs, meaning service and price, on the one occasion when I needed repairs.

Ernie
Forum: Messages 01-25-08, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 37,670
Posted By Ernie Martin
I've owned two Skymasters, one with the...

I've owned two Skymasters, one with the gear-door-removal STC and one unmodified, with the gear doors. The difference in drag during retraction is significant. I understand that there is a trade-off...
Forum: Messages 01-24-08, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 37,670
Posted By Ernie Martin
Tell Shannon that there are several engineers who...

Tell Shannon that there are several engineers who participate here (I have an MS from Caltech). I have climb-rate and cruise-speed data that might be adequate for him to calculate/estimate the added...
Forum: Messages 01-11-08, 07:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 25,263
Posted By Ernie Martin
Your number does not appear in the '73 - 76 parts...

Your number does not appear in the '73 - 76 parts catalog, so I believe it's not a Cessna P/N. If the wiring manual cites only Cessna P/Ns, it may be hard to figure it out based only on this...
Forum: Messages 01-11-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 24,634
Posted By Ernie Martin
At the Oklahoma meeting Fred was kind enough to...

At the Oklahoma meeting Fred was kind enough to give me a ride to and from Ada for the GAMI session. So I had the pleasure of spending a couple of hours with him. What a delightful person. We'll miss...
Forum: Messages 01-08-08, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 26,997
Posted By Ernie Martin
No problem. I just wanted you to know that Matt's...

No problem. I just wanted you to know that Matt's request posted on this Board had not gone unheeded.

Ernie
Forum: Messages 01-07-08, 04:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 26,997
Posted By Ernie Martin
My parts catalog does not show any such numbers....

My parts catalog does not show any such numbers. The nose wheel design changed in the middle of the '73 run (S/N 1568 has old design, S/N 1569 the new design), but none shows your part numbers. Nor...
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