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Forum: Messages 06-22-21, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 25,262
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Nevermind, my A&P found it. I asked him what is...

Nevermind, my A&P found it. I asked him what is was and I'll post here when he gets back to me. Just so its recorded if someone else asks.
Forum: Messages 06-22-21, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 25,262
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I am also having MVP50s placed in my Skymaster...

I am also having MVP50s placed in my Skymaster (337A). They are currently in configuration and I'm having trouble finding a answer to a question they are asking. I've been looking through my...
Forum: Messages 06-11-21, 10:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 26,682
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Vintage Skymaster Video On YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Br1XP-WmzYQ&t=300s

I just wanted to share this video of the Cessna Skymaster from you tube. I laughed after I saw because I though, that look similar in color to my...
Forum: Messages 02-28-21, 07:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 137,967
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Yes, it does. Thanks

Yes, it does.

Thanks
Forum: Messages 02-28-21, 05:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 137,967
Posted By CO_Skymaster
To Rick, I'm getting closer to purchasing my...

To Rick,

I'm getting closer to purchasing my MVP-50's. EI said they might have a rebate program in place around Sun-n-Fun in April, so I'm targeting that time. I would appreciate if you could...
Forum: Messages 12-06-20, 06:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 137,967
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Thanks to Rick Erwin for sharing his MVP-50...

Thanks to Rick Erwin for sharing his MVP-50 photo.

I'm planning the same installation in the April timeframe. I was investigating JPI EDM900, EMD960, and the CGR-30P. JPI doesn't allow two...
Forum: Messages 07-30-18, 12:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 24,545
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Telluride - 9069 Feet 7100 foot runway Normal...

Telluride - 9069 Feet
7100 foot runway
Normal Aspirated Engine
Pilot and 2 passengers (2 men, 1 woman)
October timeframe - Fall, Windy, Afternoon, and temp was I believe in high 70's.

Had the...
Forum: Messages 03-31-18, 04:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 23,525
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Looks like the Gill 242S has been superseded by...

Looks like the Gill 242S has been superseded by the Gill 7242-14. Looks like its a little heavier (27 to 30lbs), but its has more cranking power (10amp/hour to 14amp/hour). I like that, even though...
Forum: Messages 03-31-18, 04:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 23,525
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I was getting ready to replace my Gill242s sealed...

I was getting ready to replace my Gill242s sealed battery, but Aircraft Spruce & Specialty does have it in stock. Seems the same for other places I check. Does anyone know if they have discontinued...
Forum: Messages 09-26-17, 11:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 29,325
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Thanks Jim, I am starting to discover the power...

Thanks Jim,

I am starting to discover the power requirements to start an aircraft piston engine. It's 28V, but it looks like the large APUs that the FBO on my field use have a capacity of 400amp. ...
Forum: Messages 09-26-17, 12:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 29,325
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Auxiliary Power Units (APU)

I'm looking at purchasing an APU for my Skymaster, but I can't find specific information on the type to buy. For those who have one, can they be used for Avionics only, or can they start the engine...
Forum: Messages 10-13-15, 12:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 70,211
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Looks like a good thread to ask this question...

I'm thinking of adding a relief tube duirng my next annual. I was looking at aircraft spruce for the equipment and it looks like the opening to the outside goes through a venturi discharge. For...
Forum: Messages 06-08-15, 12:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 19,096
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I have a 337A (1966). When I first bought it, I...

I have a 337A (1966). When I first bought it, I had all types of electrical problems. The issues I found eventually were:
1. Weak Battery in the circuit.
2. I hadto remove some of the electrical...
Forum: Messages 07-12-14, 10:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 13,222
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Rustoleum Neverwet

I have been waiting for this product to come to market. It is a super hydrophobic coating that is suppose to repeal water and to a degree ice. I wanted to know has anyone tried this on their...
Forum: Messages 12-29-12, 07:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 29,829
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I went out to fly my aircraft last weekend and...

I went out to fly my aircraft last weekend and had trouble cranking over the engines. I was able to get the front engine started, but not the rear. There wasn't enough juice in the battery, so my...
Forum: Messages 06-27-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 138,181
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Skymaster Frames

I've been meaning to ask this question for awhile, since I have thought about replacing my engines with turbo diesels. If I did, I would probably replace them with the 210 HP rating on my current...
Forum: Messages 03-21-12, 08:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 22,684
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Hi Herb, I replaced all my lights with LEDs or...

Hi Herb,

I replaced all my lights with LEDs or HID for the Taxi and Landing Light. It seemed like everytime I went out to the airplane, one of my lights had burned out. I love these new...
Forum: Messages 03-17-12, 11:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 22,684
Posted By CO_Skymaster
LED-Lights

Can anyone tell me if there is an LED light that can replace the under the wing light on the co-pilot's side. I know about the other light I can purchase from Knots2U, but I would like to replace...
Forum: Messages 12-27-11, 10:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 15,443
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Not Skymaster Related, but interesting aviation interest...

Eventhough this is not Skymaster related, I thought all my fellow Skymaster owners would be interested in this story. I heard a podcast on avweb about a woman name Amelia Rose Earhart who lives in...
Forum: Messages 12-26-11, 01:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 14,773
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Thanks, Merry Christmas to you too from...

Thanks,

Merry Christmas to you too from Colorado.

Karl
Forum: Messages 09-08-11, 08:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 51,549
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Paul, When I bought my Skymaster over 4 years...

Paul,

When I bought my Skymaster over 4 years ago, I keep having the same problem. The rear alternator had failed and the front alternator circuit breaker kept tripping off line. I solved by...
Forum: Messages 07-27-11, 12:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 156,994
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I heard, that's really cool. Love Oshkosh. My...

I heard, that's really cool. Love Oshkosh. My only concern, when I explored the website was that a battery backup was needed incase ships power is lost. After watching the video, they said...
Forum: Messages 05-24-11, 11:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 19,550
Posted By CO_Skymaster
I thought RT Aerospace had an modification that...

I thought RT Aerospace had an modification that allowed the pilot side window to look like an O2. The window could also unlatch at the top and open for ground taxi operation. I don't know if that...
Forum: Messages 05-24-11, 11:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,821
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Thanks Tony, I knew there was some writing...

Thanks Tony,

I knew there was some writing there.

Karl
Forum: Messages 05-23-11, 07:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,821
Posted By CO_Skymaster
Writting on panel

Hello everyone,

I'm having my instrument panel redone and have had several of the plastic panels repainted. The panel that covers up the emergency gear handle well has already been painted, but I...
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