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Forum: Messages 12-31-23, 09:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,094
Posted By cjordan
It is pretty easy to lock up the brakes with...

It is pretty easy to lock up the brakes with 18x5.5 set up.
Forum: Messages 11-29-23, 10:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 13,675
Posted By cjordan
Hard to beat a bullet heater if in hanger and a...

Hard to beat a bullet heater if in hanger and a little time. ;)
Forum: Messages 07-05-23, 07:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,768
Posted By cjordan
I like the 2300 and 135kt much better, way less...

I like the 2300 and 135kt much better, way less traffic there. 😎
Forum: Messages 11-13-22, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,343
Posted By cjordan
My 73G NA with Gamis will run LOP ~100. I never...

My 73G NA with Gamis will run LOP ~100. I never do this above 65%, or for long, just tests as only a single egt/cht. It seems if 65% or less (usually here 65% or less at cruise altitudes if going...
Forum: Messages 08-22-22, 11:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,786
Posted By cjordan
Not sure about what you have going on. I usually...

Not sure about what you have going on. I usually run to 1800, check mags then push to around 2000 to cycle.( Never see anything near stall here, maybe 500rpm drop or so) Next pull back to 1500 and...
Forum: Messages 07-14-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,138
Posted By cjordan
Here are some STOL speeds and landing distances...

Here are some STOL speeds and landing distances from Robinson. I have only flown a skymaster with STOL and you can definitely get much slower that without on approaches.
Forum: Messages 07-14-22, 06:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,556
Posted By cjordan
Have never had an issue with tail beacon other...

Have never had an issue with tail beacon other than the 1st received unit would always fail the tests. We thought wiring, ground, bad switch, interference from alternators, etc. Did a flight with...
Forum: Messages 06-13-22, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,253
Posted By cjordan
Well on na 337 g with same tanks… when looking...

Well on na 337 g with same tanks… when looking straight down at filler cap, if fuel is directly below that level with bare tank showing in middle you have approx 1/2 tank remaining.
Forum: Messages 04-27-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,197
Posted By cjordan
I think most assume louder due to unique sound...

I think most assume louder due to unique sound from centerline thrust.. not sure they are any louder. Ever hear a beech 18 take off �� only thing civilian better is maybe an Mu-2 or unhushed Lear 20...
Forum: Parts Sources 04-20-22, 10:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,488
Posted By cjordan
Went with a 18x5.5 Goodyear flight eagle a couple...

Went with a 18x5.5 Goodyear flight eagle a couple months back. Way more quality than is needed, but was able to source.
Forum: Messages 03-17-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,961
Posted By cjordan
Kbecker couldn’t agree more. I try for best of...

Kbecker couldn’t agree more. I try for best of both world’s and use smaller cubes in combo with the blocks. It seems to get started, the small cubes and water chill things down and the large chunks...
Forum: Messages 03-16-22, 05:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,961
Posted By cjordan
Bought one last year and use similar to kbecker...

Bought one last year and use similar to kbecker in back seat. They really knock the edge off while down low, usually turn off at altitude and back on for landing on cross country. Freezing blocks of...
Forum: Messages 01-10-22, 07:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,323
Posted By cjordan
Run the same, 73 G

Run the same, 73 G
Forum: Messages 12-27-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 16,144
Posted By cjordan
Had this same issue a few months back. New tire...

Had this same issue a few months back. New tire and tube installed in Jan. Failed in August. Checked for stickers and/or residue, nothing. Heat should not have been any factor as rolled out. Taxi in...
Forum: Messages 12-27-21, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,422
Posted By cjordan
Define far apart. :)

Define far apart. :)
Forum: Messages 08-06-21, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 22,503
Posted By cjordan
Cub cadet hydrostatic. Has custom hitch on front...

Cub cadet hydrostatic. Has custom hitch on front that releases side to side and in and out for hooking up. Custom tow bar :) Works great!
Forum: Messages 06-14-21, 03:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,839
Posted By cjordan
Anyone had their gear horn go off when retracting...

Anyone had their gear horn go off when retracting the gear and the gear not move at all? Cycled gear handle 3 times and same result.. as soon as up, pump ran, horn and no movement. waited a few...
Forum: Messages 04-14-21, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,839
Posted By cjordan
Thanks to all for the input. Turned out to be a...

Thanks to all for the input. Turned out to be a broken wire at the left gear downlock micro switch. New switch and wires fixed the issue.

Mshac, glad to have company on your issue. After sitting...
Forum: Messages 04-06-21, 09:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,839
Posted By cjordan
Gear issue

337G

Has anyone had issue when putting gear down the pump keeps running with no green light? Did usual cycle and pump by hand and still same issue. Landed and visually confirmed gear was locked, but...
Forum: Messages 12-22-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 86,182
Posted By cjordan
I'd also like to lean on fellow Skymaster owners...

I'd also like to lean on fellow Skymaster owners for advice on basic upgrades. VFR pilot looking to finish off Instrument.

I don't anticipate flying in heavy soup with low ceilings. Really just to...
Forum: Messages 04-24-20, 07:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,670
Posted By cjordan
Has anyone tried one of the vacuum systems where...

Has anyone tried one of the vacuum systems where a plastic line goes down the dipstick tube? I use this on vehicles all the time. No mess at all. At least in vehicles, it seems to get all of it out,...
Forum: Messages 04-23-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,670
Posted By cjordan
I too have found 7 quarts is max, without just...

I too have found 7 quarts is max, without just blowing it out. It tends to stabilize around 6.
Forum: Parts Sources 04-18-20, 01:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,425
Posted By cjordan
Thx herb. If it helps, I know someone else who...

Thx herb. If it helps, I know someone else who said they would take 2 sets. So could use a total of 3 sets with my group.
Forum: Parts Sources 04-10-20, 10:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,425
Posted By cjordan
I could use a pair of these also if you find a...

I could use a pair of these also if you find a source.
Forum: Messages 03-10-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,730
Posted By cjordan
I try to keep things easy to remember. 73 "G"...

I try to keep things easy to remember. 73 "G" with long range tanks. All give ~6hr range with decent reserves.

2300 23" to 6k 20gph
2400 full throttle to 9k 18-18.5gph
2450-2500 " " ...
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