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Forum: Messages 07-28-21, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 51,808
Posted By mshac
With all that drag, would a Seamaster be able to...

With all that drag, would a Seamaster be able to maintain altitude, much less climb, one on engine?
Forum: Messages 07-27-21, 10:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 75,522
Posted By mshac
Bjorn, I'm sorry about what happened to your...

Bjorn,

I'm sorry about what happened to your plane. :( I bet a prop strike on a composite prop is much easier on a motor than a metal prop strike, so I bet your engine is OK.

There's a hydraulic...
Forum: Messages 07-27-21, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 51,808
Posted By mshac
Talking Welcome Aboard!

WELCOME TO THE BOARDS, DAN!

Now lets talk about your Super Skyrocket...:D
Forum: Messages 07-26-21, 09:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
So both of your first planes were French-built...

So both of your first planes were French-built 337's?:confused:
Forum: Messages 07-26-21, 09:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
Thumbs up There were some truly great GA aircraft built in...

There were some truly great GA aircraft built in the 1970's...
Forum: Messages 07-26-21, 09:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
So now your biggest thing is to remember " GEAR...

So now your biggest thing is to remember " GEAR DOWN" ;)
Forum: Messages 07-26-21, 09:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
My neighbor flies one. He gave my wife a ride...

My neighbor flies one. He gave my wife a ride she'll never forget! :p
Forum: Messages 07-26-21, 08:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
If you get bored with your Skymaster, let us...

If you get bored with your Skymaster, let us know! :D
Forum: Messages 07-25-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
If it had been a PA24-400, I may have kept it!...

If it had been a PA24-400, I may have kept it! Nothing like 8 cylinders and 400hp!!! :D
Forum: Messages 07-25-21, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 25,845
Posted By mshac
Exclamation Latches are adjustable

That is not normal for a 337. My doors close and lock perfectly.

The key to solving your issue is LATCH ADJUSTMENT. I learned this working on a 172 door. The latches have an adjustment capability,...
Forum: Messages 07-24-21, 08:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 83,926
Posted By mshac
Lightbulb Your theory makes perfect sense. I was wondering...

Your theory makes perfect sense. I was wondering why the failed areas were so symmetrical.

I guess the take-away is leave the stickers on inside the tires, or remove them and thoroughly clean any...
Forum: Messages 07-24-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
Ah, the Cardinal, another misunderstood bird with...

Ah, the Cardinal, another misunderstood bird with a cult-like following...
Forum: Messages 07-24-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
Thumbs up Nice first plane!

Nice first plane!
Forum: Messages 07-23-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 265,068
Posted By mshac
Thumbs up The Official "Airplanes I owned before my Skymaster" Thread

I'll start:

Tomahawk (105 knots for 6 gph)
C-150J - (95 knots for 5 gph)
Geronimo (1958 Apache with lipstick) 135 knots for 16 gph
Twin Bonanza J50: 1961 Supercharged - (34 GPH for 165 knots),...
Forum: Messages 07-23-21, 09:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 27,270
Posted By mshac
Here is the "ailerons stuck" troubleshooting...

Here is the "ailerons stuck" troubleshooting guide from the manual
Forum: Links 07-22-21, 04:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 90,146
Posted By mshac
Post 1971 Super Skymaster POH

https://www.manualslib.com/manual/993322/Cessna-1971-Super-Skymaster.html
Forum: Messages 07-22-21, 04:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 83,926
Posted By mshac
Those pics are very disconcerting, to say the...

Those pics are very disconcerting, to say the least.

Here's a theory, a SWAG if you will:

The damage to the tubes is due to heat emanating from the brake caliper. Say you use the brakes hard, then...
Forum: Messages 07-22-21, 03:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 31,547
Posted By mshac
When the Aero Commander twin came out, for a...

When the Aero Commander twin came out, for a publicity stunt, they took one prop off in Wichita (or somewhere), put it in the cabin, then flew the plane to Washington, DC (I think it was) on one...
Forum: Messages 07-22-21, 11:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 83,926
Posted By mshac
Talcum powder?

I was taught that when you put a tube in a tire, you cover the inside of the tire with talcum powder so the the tube can "slide" into the correct position inside the tire.

Its possible the tubes are...
Forum: Messages 07-18-21, 05:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 29,483
Posted By mshac
BILLS, I support your decision 110%! The expense...

BILLS, I support your decision 110%! The expense is unfortunate, but now at least you should know exactly what you have.

Please let us know what is found.

And I think the rear engine leaks oil on...
Forum: Messages 07-18-21, 02:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 28,969
Posted By mshac
My vents were relocated to the bottom of the...

My vents were relocated to the bottom of the stack. If you need pics, let me know.
Forum: Messages 07-17-21, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 29,483
Posted By mshac
BILLS: When was the motor overhauled? Have you...

BILLS:

When was the motor overhauled? Have you spoken with the mechanic or shop who performed the OH?

Are the cylinders nickel, chrome, or steel? What type of rings were installed?

What did you...
Forum: Messages 07-16-21, 10:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 29,483
Posted By mshac
If that pic is the head of a Q-tip, that piece of...

If that pic is the head of a Q-tip, that piece of debris was tiny! Its amazing the large impact such a tiny piece of junk can have. :eek:
Forum: Messages 07-16-21, 02:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 29,483
Posted By mshac
Sorry to hear of your troubles, BILLS. Since the...

Sorry to hear of your troubles, BILLS.

Since the prop hub is hydraulic, and requires oil pressure to move the blades to a lower AOA (higher rpm), we can assume the prop hub is not getting the...
Forum: Messages 07-13-21, 06:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 40,116
Posted By mshac
So I just spoke with the FBO. Ramp parking still...

So I just spoke with the FBO. Ramp parking still available at $60/day. I assume no camping out on the ramp, so what is the best plan for a place to stay? I liked the idea of camping, but I also like...
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