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Forum: Messages 05-14-25, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 23,734
Posted By B2C2
I have a 1969 T337D which I believe is pretty...

I have a 1969 T337D which I believe is pretty similar to your airplane. For my airplane I had a shorted field winding on the front alternator. The older regulators are not protected for this, and...
Forum: Messages 02-17-25, 02:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 32,052
Posted By B2C2
I would say my T337D experience has been the same...

I would say my T337D experience has been the same as mentioned below. For the most part its a non issue, but every so often I find myself in a situation where I have to wait on the ground for a while...
Forum: Messages 01-07-25, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 25,627
Posted By B2C2
I have found that for my mechanic, the hydraulic...

I have found that for my mechanic, the hydraulic mule that they use for gear swing checks sucks hydraulic fluid out of the system when they shut it down. I always check that they have topped the...
Forum: Messages 12-05-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 36,273
Posted By B2C2
Hi Jon. You don't say what year your plane is....

Hi Jon. You don't say what year your plane is. Mine is a 1969. On that plane, I have replaced the regulator selection switch several times. This switch can degrade over time, and when this happens,...
Forum: Messages 04-12-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 30,903
Posted By B2C2
I had similar damage caused by the magnet that...

I had similar damage caused by the magnet that holds the emergency air inlet door closed popping loose and rattling around in the turbo inlet area. Really annoying. Make sure you check this if you...
Forum: Messages 03-08-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 42,821
Posted By B2C2
I had this issue as well when I first bought my...

I had this issue as well when I first bought my T337D skymaster. The switches would close on the ground after following the manual procedure for setup but not in the air. The issue is that the...
Forum: Messages 02-10-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 125,346
Posted By B2C2
the chart is embedded in my checklist doc that I...

the chart is embedded in my checklist doc that I use for the plane. I print these on heavy stock and fold them in the middle for my kneeboard. The formula that relates FF to %bhp LOP was from the...
Forum: Messages 02-02-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 195,981
Posted By B2C2
my rear cowl motor failed a while ago, and it was...

my rear cowl motor failed a while ago, and it was repaired. The failure actually was right where the wires entered the motor case, and I mention it here because the motor was rebuilt, and then failed...
Forum: Messages 01-05-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 125,346
Posted By B2C2
Its a turbo, so no change in settings up to 24k...

Its a turbo, so no change in settings up to 24k ft. MP and fuel flows are constant with altitude. Plane gets faster at higher altitude due to constant power. I have a chart of LOP power that I pulled...
Forum: Messages 12-31-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 125,346
Posted By B2C2
I also have an RSTOL kit installed. I don't pay a...

I also have an RSTOL kit installed. I don't pay a lot of attention to IAS typically. I usually cruise at 28 in, 2500 RPM, and 9.5gph. This should be around 72%BHP. I flight plan for 197 mph TAS at...
Forum: Messages 12-22-23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 40,999
Posted By B2C2
I don't know how that worked, although we had a...

I don't know how that worked, although we had a datsun at one point. You pull and twist about 1/4 turn to lock it in the pulled position to close the flaps. Push and twist to lock for open.
Forum: Messages 12-22-23, 05:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 40,999
Posted By B2C2
I have a blueprint from the original kit, that...

I have a blueprint from the original kit, that was installed many years ago. Company is of course no longer in business. The cable attaches to a bracket that is installed under the right yoke. This...
Forum: Messages 12-22-23, 04:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 40,999
Posted By B2C2
You don't say what the issue is, but on my T337D,...

You don't say what the issue is, but on my T337D, the original twist lock cable assembly that was used to pull the front cowl flap closed broke, and was not repairable. I found this cable on...
Forum: Messages 12-22-23, 03:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 125,346
Posted By B2C2
i have flown back and forth across the country 5...

i have flown back and forth across the country 5 times in my T337D. I limit my hops to no more than 4 hours. I run LOP and have about 6-1/2 hours of fuel on board so plenty of cushion. Going west to...
Forum: Messages 10-04-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 65,237
Posted By B2C2
One other thing, once you pull the breaker that...

One other thing, once you pull the breaker that will shut off the noise, you cannot raise the gear. I'm sure its a safety feature Cessna put in there to prevent gear up landings if the breaker is...
Forum: Messages 10-03-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 32,808
Posted By B2C2
To close this out, the turbo was reinstalled and...

To close this out, the turbo was reinstalled and I flew it back across the country with no further sign of trouble. I then flew to Sedona this last week and back. A total of around 25 hours of flight...
Forum: Messages 09-25-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 65,237
Posted By B2C2
The problem is that the circuit that looks at the...

The problem is that the circuit that looks at the microswitch has a pretty high resistance threshold, like 400 ohms or so to detect closure of the microswitch. Moisture on the switch body between the...
Forum: Messages 08-20-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 32,808
Posted By B2C2
I had the unit shipped to main turbo and they...

I had the unit shipped to main turbo and they installed a new housing and shipped it back with 24 hour turn around. Pretty amazing service for this day and age. It’s going back on this week.
Forum: Messages 08-14-23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 32,808
Posted By B2C2
replacement for cracked turbo housing

I had to leave my T337D on the east coast. Discovered overheated paint on the rear fuselage on landing at KSBY and investigation showed cracks in the turbine side housing in the area facing the burnt...
Forum: Messages 07-11-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 60,692
Posted By B2C2
I take my 1969 T337D to TriValley Aviation at...

I take my 1969 T337D to TriValley Aviation at KLVK. They are pretty competent and can probably do this for you.
Forum: Messages 07-11-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 99,610
Posted By B2C2
None of these replies mentions examining the air...

None of these replies mentions examining the air induction path to the engine. If there is blockage there the air delivery will be at reduced pressure to the turbo. If this is large enough it will...
Forum: Messages 07-11-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 44,099
Posted By B2C2
As a follow up to this and in concert with the...

As a follow up to this and in concert with the previous post, I recently noticed that the voltage for my system was erratic, rising as high as 28.9 volts but jumping around. It would settle down if I...
Forum: Messages 06-09-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 26,987
Posted By B2C2
Yes, they are pressure driven. They sense the...

Yes, they are pressure driven. They sense the difference between the fuel system pressure and manifold pressure in my T model. So its not a direct measurement of flow. I think that a pressure...
Forum: Messages 05-17-23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 26,987
Posted By B2C2
Janitrol heater and front engine fuel flow

I have a Janitrol heater in my T337D that I have never used, but it is serviced at annual. It is usually quite comfortable on a sunny day up front and no heat is needed. however I did use it this...
Forum: Messages 05-15-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 37,022
Posted By B2C2
FWIW, I get my insurance from the AOPA insurance...

FWIW, I get my insurance from the AOPA insurance outfit. Assured Partners. They bid out to other companies. My policy was written by AIG. I currently pay 2.8K for 1M liability, 100k medical per...
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