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Forum: Messages 06-03-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 51,909
Posted By SteveG
The position of the master switch should have no...

The position of the master switch should have no bearing on whether the engine runs or not. Or did you mean that you are turning the ignition switch off to stop the engine? If the master switch kills...
Forum: Messages 05-01-22, 10:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 55,434
Posted By SteveG
alternate solution

An impact screw driver will also likely solve the problem. Their advantage is that they simultaneously seat the bit into the screw head and apply a torque to the screw. One only needs to break the...
Forum: Recommended Destinations and Fuel Stops 09-27-21, 02:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 68,213
Posted By SteveG
https://www.sent-trib.com/news/50-years-of-flying-...

https://www.sent-trib.com/news/50-years-of-flying-high-perrysburg-twp-couple-gets-faa-honor/article_3cd18f72-1880-11ec-af93-cf69e975c63e.html
Forum: Messages 03-15-21, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 52,981
Posted By SteveG
PP, If your StikeFinder antenna is already in...

PP,

If your StikeFinder antenna is already in place and not physically obstructing the cargo pod mounting and you're happy with its performance now you might consider leaving well enough alone, at...
Forum: Messages 03-15-21, 11:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 52,981
Posted By SteveG
BFGoodrich Stormscope WX950 w/ antenna mounted...

BFGoodrich Stormscope WX950 w/ antenna mounted overhead the pilot's seat.
Forum: Messages 02-01-21, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 65,842
Posted By SteveG
A few random additional thoughts on this project...

A few random additional thoughts on this project by someone who has been there and learns everything the hard way, in the hopes that they may be of some value to others working in the same area....
Forum: Messages 01-28-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 65,842
Posted By SteveG
Hello again fellow masochists, I've been meaning...

Hello again fellow masochists,

I've been meaning to update my experience in this matter for quite some time but Jeff's latest post requires that I take the time to do it now. Sorry Jeff for the...
Forum: Parts Sources 11-23-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 45,109
Posted By SteveG
Jeff, The only time one can have too much...

Jeff,

The only time one can have too much information is when it's misinformation. Thanks for your time and consideration in creating an extensive post adding to the collective wisdom of this...
Forum: Parts Sources 11-18-20, 07:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 45,109
Posted By SteveG
Jeff, Thanks for the response. The Aircraft...

Jeff,

Thanks for the response. The Aircraft Spruce kit is exactly the same thing as the Knots2U kit but a buck less expensive. Any idea why both list C337 as applicable but both specify in bold type...
Forum: Parts Sources 11-18-20, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 45,109
Posted By SteveG
On Knots2U's website under Cessna/337/interior...

On Knots2U's website under Cessna/337/interior they list a primer overhaul kit selling 50 cent o-rings for some 3 bucks apiece but the applicability description states in bold type "for non-fuel...
Forum: Messages 10-06-20, 08:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 65,842
Posted By SteveG
Hi Jeff, Thanks for the reply. Unless I...

Hi Jeff,

Thanks for the reply. Unless I completely misunderstood Bill, I think he was suggesting pulling the valve in situ rather than removing the entire assembly but trying to work from the...
Forum: Messages 10-05-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 65,842
Posted By SteveG
Hi Bill, Thanks for the reply. But my analysis...

Hi Bill,

Thanks for the reply. But my analysis of this is less optimistic. Removing the cover and working from the top down into the bottom of the canister does not seem feasible. The service manual...
Forum: Messages 10-05-20, 04:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 65,842
Posted By SteveG
power pack repair

Hello all,

My 337A with the all hydraulic power pack has developed a fluid drip from the priority valve which vents to the exterior. Guidance from anyone with experience in remedying this problem...
Forum: Messages 01-21-20, 10:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 34,432
Posted By SteveG
I used a 2HP, 120V motor. It's more than...

I used a 2HP, 120V motor. It's more than sufficient to operate the gear thru its cycle but has trouble building sufficient pressure to return the gear handle to the neutral position. I suppose a 5HP,...
Forum: Messages 01-20-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 34,432
Posted By SteveG
Had to laugh when I saw this post. I think we...

Had to laugh when I saw this post. I think we even used the same utility cart. Here's my take on solving the same problem, built 15 or 20 years ago.
Forum: Messages 04-09-19, 05:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 147,712
Posted By SteveG
Dahon aluminum folders. Both secured against the...

Dahon aluminum folders. Both secured against the rear firewall.

https://usa.dahon.com/bikes/vitesse-i7-3/
Forum: Messages 04-09-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 24,598
Posted By SteveG
serendipitous notoriety

52Sierra's portrait was featured in a photo accompanying an article by Ben Sclair in Thursday's edition of Sun 'n Fun News and was republished in Saturday's edition of General Aviation News. The...
Forum: Messages 02-21-19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 119,911
Posted By SteveG
Can't add much except to say that this is...

Can't add much except to say that this is seriously deranged. The central axis of the jack pad should be very nearly vertical when threaded into the spar. This condition, at least as it appears in...
Forum: Messages 07-20-18, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,100,512
Posted By SteveG
Last fall I made a very similar trip to Taos,...

Last fall I made a very similar trip to Taos, N.M. so I have some familiarity with the route. Unless your other hobby is competing in "ironman" competitions you might want to consider splitting the...
Forum: Messages 03-01-18, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 23,525
Posted By SteveG
My suggested solution would be to skip the...

My suggested solution would be to skip the battery box cover entirely. With the sealed battery its superfluous. Just install the hold-down bar in direct contact with the top of the battery case and...
Forum: Messages 01-24-18, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 20,099
Posted By SteveG
My factory pod does not have a gasket between the...

My factory pod does not have a gasket between the upper edge of the pod and the aircraft belly, but it should. The mating edge is "sealed" with silicone caulk but this deteriorates with time,...
Forum: Messages 04-14-17, 01:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 31,072
Posted By SteveG
Fuel Guage Error

A brief story some who operate early Skymasters with mechanical fuel senders might find valuable as it points to a safety of flight issue. Search function, while bringing up numerous issues did not...
Forum: Messages 07-07-16, 07:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 85,410
Posted By SteveG
Another local news piece on Fremont airport and...

Another local news piece on Fremont airport and its owner passed through from AOPA E-Brief which might be of interest to those that attended that...
Forum: Messages 03-23-16, 09:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,811
Posted By SteveG
One other thought on cracking spinners. If you...

One other thought on cracking spinners. If you don't already know, the spinner needs to be a tight fit on the plastic centering wedge mounted to the prop hub. If you can put the spinner in place and...
Forum: Messages 03-22-16, 09:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,811
Posted By SteveG
Is there some reason you don't just repair the...

Is there some reason you don't just repair the spinner you have? Stop drill, weld, paint, return to service. Done. Just wondering.
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