Forum: Messages
03-01-21, 07:27 PM
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Great work
Hi Marcel,
Great and exciting work you are doing. Many of us have been watching with interest what you and the team have been doing over there - and very proud that a Skymaster has been chosen. ...
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Forum: Messages
02-28-21, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Messages
02-21-21, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 25,619
Fe
Same - H3R FIRE EXTINGUISHER MODEL A344T
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Forum: Messages
02-21-21, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 25,619
Seat
Mounted one under the front of the pilot seat. Having experienced a fire, would not operate an aircraft without one.
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Forum: Messages
02-10-21, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 255,702
Cruise speed
Mark - I believe the AV30C is approved for single engine aircraft up to a 300 knot Vne... This should not pose a problem getting approval for the P337.
But the bigger question I have is what...
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Forum: Messages
02-09-21, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 2
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Import
I am not an expert on importing, but I am currently importing an aircraft from Canada, so I will have some info sooner. The fact that the aircraft was built in the USA, it makes it a little easier. ...
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Forum: Messages
02-08-21, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 24,771
337a
JHogan,
Your quadrant hardware is correct - bolts with spacers and nuts on the prop controls. My 66 has the same set up. Figure 89, item 7, has the listing for the hardware for the prop control,...
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Forum: Messages
02-08-21, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 255,702
Template
Tom,
I might still have the template...I wont be able to check until Friday as that is the next time I will be out at the hangar.
Jeff
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Forum: Messages
02-06-21, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 255,702
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Forum: Messages
02-05-21, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 255,702
TomM
TomM,
I fabricated a new pilot side panel out of piece of 2024 T3 (I think it was 0.060" if I recall). I wanted to layout everything exactly as I wanted, remove a few things I no longer needed. I...
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Forum: Messages
02-05-21, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 255,702
Garmin
Just a brief note on support of the Garmin G5s - I have two installed, and it is integrated with my GTN750 and my OLD Century IIB autopilot - and it works great - I could only be happier once they...
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Forum: Messages
02-03-21, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 5
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Length of roll
I just reviewed my notes - I purchased two different thickness of Super Sound Proofing; 22' roll of 1", and 22' roll of 1/2". I did not use very much of the 1/2" - only in places that the 1" would...
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Forum: Messages
02-02-21, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 38,361
Super Sound Proofing
I purchased different thickness of Super Sound Proofing from Aircraft Spruce. I used mostly 3/4" thick, and cut to fit into all the spaces. I would put a bit of contact cement on the backs to hold...
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Forum: Aircraft For Sale
02-01-21, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 27,505
Nice Plane
Damn - that is a very nice aircraft, with excellent options. If I hadn't just spent 2 years and a bazillion dollars on my 337A - I would be on a plane now to come buy yours!!!!!! (My wife would...
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Forum: Messages
02-01-21, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 65,847
Thank you
Steve - thank you for your detailed response and tips. I feel better about myself now for struggling with this damn thing, and truly appreciate the "pro-tips". Disappointing to hear that your power...
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Forum: Messages
01-28-21, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 65,847
Steve and Group - Update
All this talk of Power Packs has jinxed me, and thought I would update the group. The leak I had in my power pack on a fitting progressively got worse - even after putting in a new o-ring and backup...
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Forum: Messages
12-31-20, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 26,590
Everyone has added great advice on digging...
Everyone has added great advice on digging further into #2 cylinder - so I won't dogpile on there.
Just a couple more thoughts on rough running/vibration. If your engine ignition, timing and...
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Forum: Messages
12-31-20, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 22,563
Fire Works
My life's spending on fireworks = $0 Enjoy watching, but will not spend a dime on them when you can see amazing free shows. Much prefer to spend on avgas and good Texas BBQ.
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Forum: Messages
12-30-20, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 26,590
Vibration
Just to clarify - this is the first flights after overhauling and static balancing the props? If I have that right, the first thing I would do is have the props dynamically balanced. I installed...
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Forum: Messages
12-23-20, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 20,895
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Forum: Messages
12-16-20, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 42,030
Self Purging
I think the system can generally handle a bit of air and would eventually purge through the tank...over time. However, as I highlighted below, air above the reservoir - specifically the suction line...
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Forum: Messages
12-14-20, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 42,030
Air
I would agree wslade2, you could have air in the system. I had air in my system and it causes major gear problems. The book has procedures to purge air, but to ensure the pumps are fully primed, I...
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Forum: Messages
11-29-20, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 17,271
Confused
Anyone else confused?
Learjetter included attachments for two different style OAT:
1) electronic panel mounted (separate Gauge and probe)
2) old style "meat thermometer" one-piece unit that screws...
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Forum: Messages
11-23-20, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 43,675
Check your Overvoltage Relay!
For early Skymasters out there - add another check to your annual inspection. FUNCTION CHECK YOUR OVERVOLTAGE RELAY (Thru 1967 models).
I experienced an electrical burning smell in the cockpit a...
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Forum: Parts Sources
11-19-20, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 45,112
Steve and all,
More info on o-rings than you...
Steve and all,
More info on o-rings than you probably want. You hear terms like Viton, fluorocarbon and Buna-N...well, I am not here as an expert, but sharing my experience with o-rings over the...
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