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    I had the Unimeasure string pot changed to 5K and...

    I had the Unimeasure string pot changed to 5K and the Ray Allen indicator now works just fine.
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    The engine is a Warner 165 radial and the length...

    The engine is a Warner 165 radial and the length is 86 inches on a PA12.
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    I have been running a Prince Ptip prop on my...

    I have been running a Prince Ptip prop on my amphib for about four years. It pulls harder on run up, cruises faster, and climbs faster than my Sensenich wood prop. I like it so much I ordered another...
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    The shock struts from TK1racing.com arrived and...

    The shock struts from TK1racing.com arrived and look to be aircraft material. Tony is a pilot and is interested in helping others with ideas to improve landing gear suspensions. If you have an...
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    5K is one of the options but I got the 1K by...

    5K is one of the options but I got the 1K by mistake. It is $75 to change it now so I was hoping for some other options
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    I bought the Ray Allen RP3 trim indicator which I...

    I bought the Ray Allen RP3 trim indicator which I found out is looking for a 5k potentiometer. The Unimeasure string pot is 1K. Can you electrical types tell me if there will be a problem with that...
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    I looked at several car window motors in the junk...

    I looked at several car window motors in the junk yard. Couldn't find anything that looked good to me. I bought a new one for a 99 suburban that I thought would work but the rpm was about 65 hence...
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    The motor, sprockets, and chain was less than 2...

    The motor, sprockets, and chain was less than 2 pounds. The regular system with pulleys, cable, and handle was 2.5 pounds.
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    I have both a Miller 250 and a Thermal Dynamics...

    I have both a Miller 250 and a Thermal Dynamics TIG setup. The newer inverter technology seems to be easier for a rookie like me. I find that I use the foot controller the most but there are times...
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    Thanks to everyone who offered help and...

    Thanks to everyone who offered help and suggestions. The beauty of the experimental world is that a person can have multiple opportunities for success. I first geared up for the Dakota Cub system...
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    What percentage extra would be reasonable for a...

    What percentage extra would be reasonable for a newbie?
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    Anyone know which electric motor Cubcrafters is...

    Anyone know which electric motor Cubcrafters is using for their trim system?
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    Trim system

    I am building an experimental PA14 and I am trying to decide on using the traditional double groove pulley system or a Cherokee system that uses a gear and chain on the jack screw and cable and...
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    The axles are 1.5". I am using McCauley 600x6...

    The axles are 1.5". I am using McCauley 600x6 wheels and brakes with custom 10" outer wheel plates. I can make bushings for any size bolts. Should they be 1/4 or is 5/16 required?
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    brake torque plate

    Can anyone tell me why this brake torque plate has different sized holes? Which size is correct for a Cub?
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    Larry Larson at 406 669 3218 (tel:406 669 3218)...

    Larry Larson at 406 669 3218 is doing research on the brake blockers and would love to talk with anyone who has seen or even better had a plane with them. You will enjoy talking with Larry. He has...
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    Can anyone tell me the current rates for...

    Can anyone tell me the current rates for professional welders for airframes?
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    When building a long table to work on you might...

    When building a long table to work on you might consider using prefab floor joists. With 4x4s as upright posts and adjustable feet to make certain it is flat and level. Don't make it wider than you...
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    Anyone try gap seals used on gliders?

    Anyone try gap seals used on gliders?
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    Where do you get the casting foam?

    Where do you get the casting foam?
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    I made contact with Tony at TK1racing.com and...

    I made contact with Tony at TK1racing.com and found him to be exceptionally helpful. He went way beyond what is usual in answering questions and providing background information. He is a pilot who...
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    Does anyone know how much tension is on the...

    Does anyone know how much tension is on the bungees at rest? Or how much force is required to keep the wheels from splaying out? How much travel is required?
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    PA12 Brake pedal blocks for passenger

    Has anyone seen tubes that extend from under the front seat to block the passenger from accidentally applying pressure on the brake pedals? Was this a Piper built option?
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    You might look at the attach point used on the...

    You might look at the attach point used on the Great Lakes biplanes.
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    Thanks for the correction. On closer review of...

    Thanks for the correction. On closer review of the pictures I now see the inlet valve for the nitrogen. How much weight can they support and how much do they weigh?
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