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Forum: Messages 04-09-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 160,287
Posted By wslade2
Doug Neiser, Commodore Aerospace. He specializes...

Doug Neiser, Commodore Aerospace. He specializes in 337 parts.
Texas Air Salvage has a 337 listed that they are parting out.
My A&P/IA seems to be always getting something from somewhere for...
Forum: Messages 03-15-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 35,809
Posted By wslade2
Like the o ring idea on the bolts. Just finished...

Like the o ring idea on the bolts. Just finished CiES probes and used a dab of fuel resistant sealer on the bolts for the access plates. CiES probe plates come with viton gaskets like you had made.
Forum: Messages 03-15-23, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 49,604
Posted By wslade2
Yup. This has been coming. First refusal to do...

Yup. This has been coming.

First refusal to do waas upgrades on non waas units.

Then, couple years ago my 430 keys went out and they said they wouldn’t accept it for repair. So figured out how to...
Forum: Messages 03-07-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 192,973
Posted By wslade2
Good idea posting the photo Note, in the photo,...

Good idea posting the photo

Note, in the photo, snap ring is broken, therefore not available for reuse.

When I did my swivels because they were leaking I had read about the self service on the...
Forum: Messages 03-01-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,217
Posted By wslade2
worked great for me. I'm naturally aspirated and...

worked great for me. I'm naturally aspirated and plenty of room around the tubes. I've seen some tight engine compartments where it might be difficult to use
Forum: Messages 03-01-23, 06:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,217
Posted By wslade2
I found this pretty easy to...

I found this pretty easy to use:

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/topages/atsrodcompressor12-04809.php

Permatex though looks like the interesting twist here.
Forum: Messages 02-24-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 38,130
Posted By wslade2
I put a rag between the saddle and my strut to...

I put a rag between the saddle and my strut to protect paint and strut. It also makes up for minor fitment issues.
Forum: Messages 02-24-23, 12:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 38,130
Posted By wslade2
Aircraft...

Aircraft spruce:
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/topages/jackpointscessna.php
Forum: Messages 02-12-23, 09:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 392,964
Posted By wslade2
Just a question here: looking at the Genesis 3100...

Just a question here: looking at the Genesis 3100 certification list, I’m wondering if Beechcraft Travelair or Twin Commander fleet had to put up 25 deposits of $5000 to get their...
Forum: Messages 02-10-23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 24,925
Posted By wslade2
Sometimes the shop might have an existing pump...

Sometimes the shop might have an existing pump already rebuilt on the shelf and you can do an exchange if you’re in a hurry.

I have had good luck with Aircraft Accessories of Oklahoma.
Forum: Messages 01-26-23, 08:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 46,465
Posted By wslade2
Just curious My shop opines that JPI has the...

Just curious
My shop opines that JPI has the less problematic sensors and systems vs EI and others by their experience on multiple makes and models….
Forum: Messages 01-18-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 392,964
Posted By wslade2
https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/garmin-wins-fa...

https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/garmin-wins-faa-nod-for-gfc-500-autopilot-trim-issue-fix/

Garmin might have been a little preoccupied to add any more aircraft to their STC list lately. “GFC...
Forum: Messages 01-16-23, 12:36 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 392,964
Posted By wslade2
Darn interesting...

Darn interesting

https://www.portapilot.com/media
Forum: Messages 01-15-23, 11:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 20,329
Posted By wslade2
Here’s the speed...

Here’s the speed handle:
https://www.yardstore.com/speed-handle-3-8

Then use 3/8 drive bit holder (so you can change the bits if you break...
Forum: Messages 01-15-23, 11:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 107,520
Posted By wslade2
Can this be from crankshaft seal? Interesting...

Can this be from crankshaft seal?
Interesting that is both front and rear at same time. Are engines of similar time in operation? I had crank seal leak that looked similar.
Forum: Messages 01-14-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 28,525
Posted By wslade2
Sounds like an easier solution if have you be...

Sounds like an easier solution if have you be outside is a plug or cover for the cowl intake.
Forum: Messages 01-14-23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 20,329
Posted By wslade2
Went to the site and saw a “speed handle” pop...

Went to the site and saw a “speed handle” pop right up. Neat trick I learned on mine from the mechanics is a Phillip bit on the speed handle. Soak screw with oil, put lapping compound on bit to...
Forum: Messages 01-13-23, 01:05 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 392,964
Posted By wslade2
So basically, there is no shippable autopilot....

So basically, there is no shippable autopilot. Either you have something already in place and can make it work…or wait and hope
Forum: Messages 01-10-23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 28,525
Posted By wslade2
magnetos are on the top and end of the engine...

magnetos are on the top and end of the engine close to the air intake on upper fuselage. "Heavy rain"? Hard enough to blow into that intake and get those electricals wet? They don't like water...

to...
Forum: Messages 01-05-23, 12:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 35,134
Posted By wslade2
Whaaa! Guess I was asleep with life. Wasn’t...

Whaaa!
Guess I was asleep with life.
Wasn’t aware those autopilots were going out. Sure didn’t make the usual news routes. A check of their website confirms 30-40-50 autopilots gone. Really limits...
Forum: Messages 12-31-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 30,957
Posted By wslade2
I can’t remember which, but a year or two ago...

I can’t remember which, but a year or two ago when I talked with one of the major interior plastic companies, they said if you send them an original they can try and copy it (I was talking about an...
Forum: Messages 12-27-22, 12:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 14,882
Posted By wslade2
https://www.avweb.com/ownership/shock-cooling-time...

https://www.avweb.com/ownership/shock-cooling-time-to-kill-the-myth/

Avweb agrees
I like the point that the ultimate shock cooling is engine shut down.

Lycoming...
Forum: Messages 12-07-22, 12:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 32,299
Posted By wslade2
I knew I had read somewhere the MT props were...

I knew I had read somewhere the MT props were lighter. 60lb weight savings nothing to sneeze at.
Forum: Messages 12-04-22, 11:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 32,299
Posted By wslade2
How do the MT props compare in weight vs the...

How do the MT props compare in weight vs the standard props?
Forum: Messages 11-05-22, 10:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 34,437
Posted By wslade2
Looks like the fill tube goes to the bottom of...

Looks like the fill tube goes to the bottom of the reservoir. If so, missing that nut leaves tube open to a high pressure area from ram air. Can pressurize reservoir and possibly even bubbles the...
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