Got a call from the mechanic "fuel cap gaskets are worn, need replacement" me: fine, replace gaskets Another call from mech "uhh, no part number on the fuel caps, not normal piper part, therefore no approved gasket can be found, have to replace caps AND gaskets" me: OK, I guess no...

What are the options out there for replacing the glareshield fabric on Piper Cherokees? Specifically, I have a 1978 Warrior that has some badly-faded fabric though the tears seem to be minimal. I know I'll need to have the A&P remove the windshield but the weatherproofing seems to be coming out...

As I get older, and I find myself needing more and more light as the lenses in my eye darken, I have noticed a definite need for more light on night landings. My eye doc has recommended waiting a while on the cataract surgery, as they are not so bad yet. Given that, I think having a better view of...

Hello, all. Since there always seem to be questions on the group, both mechanical and philosophical, about purchasing an aircraft, I thought you might be interested in one pilot's odyssey from renter to owner. During that trip, I have lurked here, read volumes about purchasing and owning, and...

Hi, I'm looking for the torque specification for the oil suction screen (the one near the bottom of the engine) for a Lycoming O-360. It's the A4A model. I'm planning on inspecting the suction screen on the next oil change. Thx!

Peter wrote: I've just had a big increase in copper; wonder where copper comes from. The engine is an IO-540-C4D5D, 500 hrs since new in 2002. I had the same thing happen. Copper comes from brass bushings. In my case the wrist pin broke in the middle and the bushing was being destroyed. I...

I am considering upgrading the starter in my 182P Skylane with the new Sky-Tec flyweight starter. It looks like it will spin the prop faster -w- less power. Does anyone have experience with the Sky-Tec flyweight starter in an O-470 engine? Guy Byars

I'm looking into buying a Cessna 180 (I sold my Husky). Anyone know of any good info resources out there?

first time prospective owner, i'm probably a couple of weeks away from owning (with the bank etc) a 172c skyhawk and am looking for the best info sources. thought i had a 172 club located but their site is no-go. found cessna pilots assn and it looks interesating. any advice? dan

Well, I finally was able to go up and pick up N46000 from Akron today (I was on a cruise last week even though it's been declared "done" for two weeks or so, this was the first day I could get away) Some minor things were found after driving up there to fly it back (people who'd offered me ride...

Since a major overhaul about 60 tach hours ago now, I've noticed my #3 cylinder (O470R, 182) is running consistently hot. It is typically 30-40 degrees warmer than the average, which puts it at 4-bars in the EDM700 display. To keep this cylinder temp down, I'm having to leave the cowl flaps open in...

I am reading the FARs and am having a hard time figure out whether I can slide out my old radios and have them upgraded and put them back in. Slide in and out only no wiring or changing the shelf itself. Or do I need A&P inspection?

Did anyone else notice that the C195 on EAA's August calendar / wallpaper http://www.eaa.org/wallpaper/images/august04/cessna195_640.jpg has a backwards-turning prop? Dave

I want to buy a used COMM that is working (with all the accesories needed) It is not going to be mounted i n a plane, it´s only for my home. I´d prefer a better price than a newer one, so an old COMM could be accepted. Thanks Iñaki

Tony Woolner wrote: I have been looking for a Warrior and look up the tail numbers on the database. The owners are not the same as I am told. Why is this? Anybody's guess.

Any advice on how to change a nav light on/off switch. It's attached to the roller knob that also controls the panel lights. I don't see any obvious way to remove it from the front, and the back is not easy to get a look at while lying next to the rudder pedals. I can get the lights to come on...

On Friday, I had the perfect opportunity to demonstrate the fun and beauty of general aviation, and thought I should share it with you all, just so you don't feel sorry for us next summer when it's 110 degrees hot here! We had some out of town visitors from Minnesota, here in the Southwest for the...

Flew to dinner today with an outside temp of 10F. Auto pilot worked OK on the trip out (plane came out of a 45F hanger). Parked for dinner for about 2 hours. The autopilot didn't work on the way back. You could feel the clutch take hold but no corrective action to follow the bug. Simple roll...

I'm getting conflicting information, so pitch in to set me straight. In the archives, I've seen several instances where owners have claimed taking their O-200's over 3000 hrs before overhaul. I believe that with regular oil analysis, this could probably be true. HOWEVER, I've seen other posts...