I totally agree about questionable parts and muddying the conversation. Not long ago, I learned about a Highlander that someone attempted to put a Corvair engine in that didn't turn out well....
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I totally agree about questionable parts and muddying the conversation. Not long ago, I learned about a Highlander that someone attempted to put a Corvair engine in that didn't turn out well....
Thanks C150L. I know there have been some cranks that have broken. Then again, cranks have broken on Lycomings and Continentals also. From what I've gathered, the billet crankshaft available from Dan...
C150L - Please substantiate the problem and failures. Thanks. I know of a couple of cranks breaking - most notably Mark Langford's. Also, what's the story (and substantiation) on the cam gears? Cam...
Let us know how that three seater Buttercup works out for you...and how you're going to get 2 adults + 1 small + 1 medium size dog + bags + 2 children into it.
The mission "70% of the time: 2 adults + 1 small + 1 medium size dog + bags + 2 children" pretty much eliminates both of those.
Are you wanting to go just paved runway to paved runway fast, or are you wanting something that is more versatile and can do dirt/grass/unimproved strips too?
Micheal,
I have owned several airplanes and have flown thousands of hours in numerous types of aircraft, and I would like to suggest that you consider the ubiquitous Cessna 172. When one factors...
Sal, It's actually a buyer's market right now! Of course, people selling don't want to act like it. Be aware that a lot of people selling airplanes are worse than used car salesmen! I've checked out...
Yes, the teeth are machined surfaces as are normally the parts of the gear that make up the shaft or ride on the shaft or have a bearing installed in it, etc. Usually, the sides of the gear are not...
When I was doing overhaul on helo components the norm for that would be red Scotchbrite and/or 600 grit wet dry, Popsicle sticks, light oil and lots of elbow grease.
Is there an airport near you? If you're looking to own a certified plane, I recommend you work backwards, so to speak - i.e. look at fixed pitch/fixed gear and insurance & maintenance & upkeep costs,...
Marty's correct, an annual condition inspection is to be completed in accordance with the Aircraft Operating Limitations (which normally refer one over to Part 43)....and just as with certified...
Confused? He said he was open to all suggestions....I merely suggested two really good and practical designs which have no wood and which are much more substantial than FFPs.
Have you taken a look at Just Aircraft's planes? Side-by-side, but they have folding wings. Bearhawk LSA - no folding wings, but tandem seating - it would be my choice. Tom
Since Dillsburg is quitting the business, who has the best prices on 4130 tubing nowadays?
Aaron, I totally agree!
Tom
Neil, good way to view and remember the differences. What you said about overall strength is right on the money - the tube will fail before the weld.
Since there are no FAA certified welders,...
Best thing to do is to check with the American Welding Society and/or tech support at Lincoln and/or Miller. I did with Lincoln & Miller - being sure they clearly understood I wanted information for...
Check out the Mackey SQ2 for a very effective and not overly complex LE slat design. The reports from the guys who have flown them are very good - superior performance.
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Dave,
Pick up a set of Tony Bingelis' books - they are a "must have" and the answers to most of your questions are in them.
Yes, you'll need a jig to do it properly - The Wag-Aero Sport Trainer...
A 3000+ rpm air drill is really nice, but for all-around use, a cordless sure does come in handy. Unless your 1800 rpm drill is really old, you should be able to control the speed a bit with the...
The Sioux is my favorite air drill (I have several brands) - small and light with good trigger control. If you're not going to be taking out that many rivets, then pretty much any drill will do, but...
This is the air drill to get - http://www.yardstore.com/browse.cfm/4,3990.html
They also have a reversible model.
Tom
Ultralight? Forego the slats, keep it simple and keep it light. Slats add weight. I would suggest a Riblett GA30A613.5 or GA30A615 airfoil for your application. If you absolutely must have slats,...
Now, that is an interesting story!