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Forum: Messages 12-11-17, 07:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
Gear Swing Results

So they jacked her up today and, of course, she totally behaved herself, or rather misbehaved, as the gear worked flawlessly during over 15 cycles. It didn't pop the circuit breaker even once and...
Forum: Messages 12-11-17, 07:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
I was thinking about that very option and how it...

I was thinking about that very option and how it would be pretty handy. Perhaps a future project.
Forum: Messages 12-10-17, 09:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
Baggage Pod & Gear Swing..??

So, I have the baggage pod which I LOVE. My folding ladder and folding bike live in there 24/7 and it makes my travels so much easier and better while exploring distant lands. However, tomorrow I...
Forum: Messages 12-10-17, 08:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
This is a good suggestion. We will look into it....

This is a good suggestion. We will look into it. She is going in to my AME tomorrow for a gear swing. Will keep you all posted...
Forum: Messages 12-09-17, 06:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
Gear Issues Continue...

After my initial gear issues things cleared up for a couple of flights but today the problem came back. Today when I went to put the gear down I popped the breaker near what should have been the end...
Forum: Messages 12-08-17, 09:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
I like the idea of being able to disable circuits...

I like the idea of being able to disable circuits as I wish and I too noticed how most of my CBs do not currently allow this. I will look into upgrading to the Klixon's for sure. Thanks!
Forum: Messages 12-02-17, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 25,004
Posted By tomcomet
Thanks for this Herb. Others have suggested this...

Thanks for this Herb. Others have suggested this shop as well. My avionics will all be opened up in the next couple of weeks as I update to GEM G4, Avidyne IFD 440 and GPS roll Steer. I will get...
Forum: Messages 12-02-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
Electrical load was not heavy. Daytime VFR...

Electrical load was not heavy. Daytime VFR flight.
Yes to new circuit breaker!! I like cheap fixes IF they work!

TC
Forum: Messages 12-02-17, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 25,004
Posted By tomcomet
Snag #2 - Autopilot Not Working

I have the 400A autopilot and it has been acting up on the last couple of flights. Often it will take 2-3 tries to get it to engage and sometimes when it does engage I will get an elevator trim...
Forum: Messages 12-02-17, 05:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 312,858
Posted By tomcomet
Gear Circuit Breaker Popped

On today's flight to four airports I had the gear breaker pop twice upon selecting gear down. The gear "looked" to be down but no green light (obviously). Both times I was able to manually reset...
Forum: Messages 11-16-17, 11:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 27,651
Posted By tomcomet
So it looks like I am most certainly in the "NO...

So it looks like I am most certainly in the "NO PUSH" on struts camp. Thanks everyone!

TC
Forum: Messages 11-14-17, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 31,934
Posted By tomcomet
Thanks for this Herb. I will do some digging as...

Thanks for this Herb. I will do some digging as I hope to avoid this predicament in the future.

TC
Forum: Messages 11-14-17, 08:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 31,934
Posted By tomcomet
Brief Electrical System Malfunction

I had a strange situation on a recent cross country flight. First I noticed the radios “getting stcatchy” and they all lighting flickered a bunch and soon after that all electrical died entirely. I...
Forum: Messages 11-13-17, 08:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 27,651
Posted By tomcomet
This is some VERY good advice... Thank you!

This is some VERY good advice... Thank you!
Forum: Messages 11-12-17, 10:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 27,651
Posted By tomcomet
Can I Push on the Strut or Not..?

When I bought my SM the previous owner made a really big deal about never pushing the plane by pushing on the strut. He said it is different than a 172/182 etc and should never be done so I have not...
Forum: Messages 11-10-17, 07:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,280
Posted By tomcomet
I am truly enjoying this airplane. We are very...

I am truly enjoying this airplane. We are very much in our Honeymoon phase of the relationship currently. We did have one big spat (new cylinder) but we got through that and I am looking forward to...
Forum: Messages 11-09-17, 08:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,280
Posted By tomcomet
Pat and Ed were correct with their their PIREPs. ...

Pat and Ed were correct with their their PIREPs. I took the entire right side lower panel off the radar unit and all was there in plain view. All it required was a good briefing. Sure enough, the...
Forum: Messages 11-09-17, 08:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,280
Posted By tomcomet
This is great info Pat. Totally appreciate it. ...

This is great info Pat. Totally appreciate it. I will have a look tomorrow and report back.

TC
Forum: Messages 11-08-17, 06:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,280
Posted By tomcomet
I am pretty sure there is NOT a panel of any kind...

I am pretty sure there is NOT a panel of any kind on that front surface. I wonder if I need to remove the housing around the radar screen. Seems a little extreme...
Forum: Messages 11-07-17, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,280
Posted By tomcomet
Where is My Gear Fluid Dipstick??

I spend over 30 minutes searching for my gear oil dipstick and filler. I had the understanding that is was under a small access plate right side by the feet of right seat. There is a hatch there...
Forum: Messages 10-27-17, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 99,350
Posted By tomcomet
Most airplane engines have helicoils in ALL the...

Most airplane engines have helicoils in ALL the cylinders from factory new. They normally do not back out when the spark plug is removed but it can happen.
Forum: Messages 10-27-17, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 99,350
Posted By tomcomet
I had them look at a few things and plugs were...

I had them look at a few things and plugs were determined to be below spec.
Forum: Messages 10-27-17, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 99,350
Posted By tomcomet
Advice Needed - AME Mess Up or..?

Hello. Looking for some advice from folks with way more experience than me.

The other day I took my new to me 1977 Skymaster (and the first aircraft I actually own) in for an oil change and a few...
Forum: Messages 10-25-17, 05:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 36,703
Posted By tomcomet
I agree BUT I am still a pretty new pilot and...

I agree BUT I am still a pretty new pilot and just biting off a CLT rating was a lot for me to take on. Now that I have 23+ hours I am starting to feel really at home in her but I also realize that...
Forum: Messages 10-24-17, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 36,703
Posted By tomcomet
Yes, it is all great advice. I particularly like...

Yes, it is all great advice. I particularly like the link to the engine manual. Great reference!

The team at Brant Aero is looking at my fuel flows as well as the more aesthetic things like lever...
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