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Today, 09:01 AM

supercrow replied to a thread Crosswinds STOL PA12 please help!! in Cafe Supercub

You can build that trailing edge stuff Andy. She is heavy. Handy to 1400 if I recall when I weighed it on wheels. And it flies accordingly.

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11-10-2019, 08:35 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread O540 in a Super Cub in Modifications

https://youtu.be/ZD1oz_3GaW8 Watch this 300hp one fly..... Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-09-2019, 11:12 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Fuel Flow Indication Abnormality in Tips and Tricks

Steve, I have same set up you do. This system is down again for the fifth transducer........... Have no idea why last one went on in August lasted...

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11-09-2019, 03:09 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Extended upper leading edge skins in Cafe Supercub

I am with Greg on this one, regardless of physics theorys, most of the doggyest Cubs I have flown over the years had one single factor ( besides...

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11-09-2019, 01:34 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Trim Assembly Overhaul Time in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

98% of the time a single cable trim is slipping , its the pulleys . One or both has its V grooves worn down to the bottom .......... They are now U...

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11-09-2019, 12:20 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread NE Summer Fun in Supercub Gatherings

Peter, Your spot on about the floatplanes, they always require LOTS of attention. Last week it was 60kt gusts for 2 days. This week its freezing...

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11-08-2019, 05:44 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread NE Summer Fun in Supercub Gatherings

Hang in there Glen, my Cruiser has 5" on it tonite. But soposed to be in 40s here Sunday. Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-07-2019, 07:59 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Need advice choosing tire size. in Tips and Tricks

Big difference between a tire that is inflated low preasure vs high preasure. You cant really compare 26" Goodyears to 26" Airstreaks they are two...

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11-07-2019, 07:23 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Non-TSO UHF marine radio installation? in Modifications

Lol. When we fishspotted in the 90's I had 7 antennas on the top of my plane. Besides the airband and elt antennas. We had radios for 2meters,...

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11-07-2019, 06:07 AM

supercrow replied to a thread Removing paint and cleaning aileron hinge fittings?? in Cafe Supercub

I usually tape off the hinges when spraying silver etc.. until ready for final paint, but a lot of people don't. That makes for pretty easy removal...

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11-04-2019, 03:38 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread removing shock cords from PA-12 in Tips and Tricks

Perry for real low doors we can do this! LoL Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-03-2019, 10:13 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread TrickAir vs Summit skis on CCEX in Modifications

Ooooops wrong thread, soposed to have gone under: "Wave of the Future in Ski Flying:" LoL. Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-03-2019, 09:55 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread FS: Federal A2000 skis with plastic bottoms. $1200. in Parts and Pieces

Even if bottoms need redone , those skis look like very good value for $ 1200 bucks, with new rigging! Bet they go quickly. Good Deal. Sent from...

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11-03-2019, 09:51 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Non-TSO UHF marine radio installation? in Modifications

MSS, Just a general question here. Not ment to be coy, but what makes you feel the " marine band" is located in the UHF spectrum ???? For what...

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11-03-2019, 03:25 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread removing shock cords from PA-12 in Tips and Tricks

Well this is either a massive load??? Or what a Cruiser looks like with only ONE bungee on each side...... Do NOT try this at home! Lol. Sent...

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11-03-2019, 02:50 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Paint Schemes in Cafe Supercub

Ron is actually a great old guy, still flys every summer in Alaska. Probably pushing 40,000 hours of Alaska bush time. Undoubtedly one of the most...

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11-01-2019, 04:44 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Where did you fly today? in Cafe Supercub

L18C. What the Sedan really is an unusual underestimated STOL airplane. The wing is huge with ALOT of lift. The original engine is not enough...

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10-30-2019, 02:14 PM

supercrow replied to a thread TrickAir vs Summit skis on CCEX in Modifications

Will be my first winter with the Summits after many seasons with straight skis,Flilite Hyds. etcc.. Bought a set of the Desser 8:50 smoothies and...

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10-29-2019, 06:28 AM

supercrow replied to a thread Correct fitment of site gauges in Experimental Cubs

I also have clear gauges on my own exp., but the certified owners have fewer choices. The certified ones I have seen have to much alum. near the...

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10-29-2019, 05:44 AM

supercrow replied to a thread Correct fitment of site gauges in Experimental Cubs

Good question. No easy answer. Sometimes there are obstructions to getting it all level. (Comp members; electrical wiring etc.. It boils down to ease...

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10-28-2019, 03:12 PM

supercrow replied to a thread Engine STC for the O-320-E2A? SA2038WE? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

FAA;PMA means just that is is a cert. part. Not necessarily legal to put on your particular aircraft unless STC'd or with field approval.

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10-28-2019, 03:39 AM

supercrow replied to a thread Engine STC for the O-320-E2A? SA2038WE? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Kind of surprised they don't make a certified one for the 18. I do like the swing out feature on this mount.

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