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MAYDAY in the Everglades by
Marty from Sunny Florida
Hello everyone.
The end of my story is this; We landed safely in the middle of the Florida
Everglades and didn't get a single Alligator bite. Here's what happened;
On Friday, April 29th, we took our Cessna 152 from Lantana, Florida to the
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Easiest way yet to remove bugs... by
Jack Allison
....fly in the rain! As a renter, the only time I removed bugs was when
the windshield needed cleaning. Now, we wipe down the leading edges and
the windscreen on the Arrow every flight. Ah yes, the glories of
owning. Today I was out for some pattern work and went through a few
small showers. ...
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Advice on a couple of problems with the Arrow by
Jack Allison
Pinging the collective wisdom of the r.a.o folks on a couple of
maintenance issues:
1) Our engine monitor (JPI EDM-700) sometimes indicates sporadic EGT
values for #1 cylinder. It behaves like a sensor or connection issue as
the engine runs fine and the fuel burn is within expected values. ...
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Can't rekey locks? Where to order by #?\ by
Ben Jackson
I called a locksmith who said that disc tumbler locks were not made
to be disassembled an re-keyed. My goal is still to match the door/
baggage locks to the mag switch (they're all the same family of key).
Is there somewhere I can order replacements for the door/baggage by
the key number of the...
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Brake Rivet Problem by
Jonathan Goodish
I am trying to replace the brake linings on my Cherokee. I have had new
linings and brass rivets for some time now, along with a rivet tool.
The problem I'm having is that the rivets aren't forming a decent head,
but are simply being "squashed" more or less. They are spreading
slightly, so the...
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Inexpensive Garmin 430/530 question by
vlado
Barnstormers has a few listings for inexpensive Garmin 430/530 units
for sale. However, all these listings are for overseas sources. Has
anyone had any experience with these sources?
Thx.
V. Lenoch
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Cessna Muffler Shroud by
RST Engineering
I've exhausted all my sources for a Cessna muffler shroud without paying
through the nose to Cessna itself.
Cessna 182A used a muffler 0750130-12 with a shroud 07501030-13. My shroud
is pretty much toast, especially considering how it got thrashed about in
our little difficulty in Wyoming last...
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Simple Green Pirep by
JJS
Every once in awhile someone asks about our favorite aerospace vehicle
cleaners and/or waxes. A few weeks ago I was in Texas at a NASCAR
race. One of the trailers out in front was manned by Simple Green
reps. I dragged my daughter away from the Earnhardt Jr. trailer long
enough to see if they...
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May 19th 05 03:35 AM
by JJS
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Round the world flyers by
Ernie Ganas
Here are the web sites of two guys from Northern California flying solo
around the world. One, Dean Stahr flying a C-182RG Turbo, turns 80 in Nov,
the youngster, Bill Randolph flying an RV-8, turns 77 this fall.
My wife and I have talked to Dean on his satellite phone twice
Dean's site...
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Airframe/Engine Logbook Software by
RST Engineering
I've been struggling trying to teach myself Access by writing a program for
airframe and engine logbooks. The Access part is pretty easy, but the
logbook doesn't have that "polished" look to it that I want.
Sort of like your first landings. The first ones are a success if you can
use the...
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Hard landing in a retractable by
Frode Berg
Hi!
I had a rather embarrassing hard landing yesterday in a cross wind.
Been years since that happened, most touchdowns have beed silk smooth (sort
of) lately, but yesterday, I somehow managed to flare too high, resulting in
a hard landing, as I also failed to apply corrective throttle to arrest...
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MoGas Long Term Test: 5000 gallons and counting... by
Jay Honeck
Yesterday I noticed that we had pumped more than 5000 gallons of mogas
through the Mighty Grape. This represents something like 60 complete fills
(our plane has four gas tanks, totaling 84 gallons), and around 350 hours of
flight time over the last 2.5 years.
(See:...
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Airtex Interior Refurbishment - Day 50 by
Mike Spera
Day 50 (Carpeting)
Once the seats were done and the wall kit was due to arrive soon, I
decided to go ahead with the carpeting. The Airtex guys insist the walls
are shipped “long”, so I should just butt the carpeting up against the
side wall aluminum. The wall kit will then fit on top of that,...
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May 19th 05 03:25 PM
by Clay
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Headliner replacement by
Jim Burns
I've been following Mike Spera's posts about refurbishing the interior of
his Cherokee and have some questions about replaceing a headliner.
The headliner in our Aztec has several zippers, some of which don't work and
a couple of which are ripped out causeing air leaks and cold drafts. During
our...
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May 19th 05 03:28 PM
by Clay
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NY Go Kart Endurance Racing - Arrive & Drive - No Experience Needed by
OVRPNY
OVRP.com Go Kart Arrive & Drive Endurance Racing comes to New York at
Oakland Valley Race Park (www.ovrp.com)
NEWS RELEASE: Introducing a new 6 race OVRP.com Birel Arrive & Drive
Endurance Karting Challenge Series that is taking place at Oakland
Valley Race Park (OVRP) in Cuddebackville NY. For...
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Is it typical for an FBO to ask to see evidence of a/c insurance? by
Michael Horowitz
Is it typical for an FBO to ask to see evidence of a/c insurance?
I've been tied down at XXX for several years now; today the manager
asked for a copy of my insurance (not sure if he wanted to see a cy of
the policy, or simply evidence of insurance).
Did your FBO ask same of you? - Mike
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May 19th 05 05:05 PM
by xyzzy
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411 413 inspection question by
A Lieberman
Unpleasant surprise on my .411 .413 check.
Person doing the check would not certify the inspection. He said that the
VSI is not connected to the pitot static system.
I am the first to say I am clueless about "systems". He said I would have
to take it to a certified repair place to get it...
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MagnaFlite Starter FOR SALE by
Tom Enterline
MagnaFlite is the lightest starter on the market. Weighting in at 60%
less than conventional starters, our Lycoming models are easiest to install
with no modifications required. FAA/PMA approved unit, MagnaFlite carries
same installation eligibility as Electrosystems OE Prestolite-style
starters....
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avionics shop in Florida by
Marty from Florida
Can anyone recommend a Florida avionics shop, preferably on the S. East
Coast?
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Pirep: Concorde RG battery and warranty by
NVArt
Bought my 172N 10 years ago: had a new Gill 24V lead/acid battery in
it. Three years later, cranking speed diminished slightly, so in goes a
new one. Three years later, another one. Hmmmm. Batteries must last
about three years. Arguing with success, I got one of them thar RG
Concordes from Aircraft...
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