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Today, 04:39 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread 737 Max in Cafe Supercub

They're still flying. That's why there's two in the cockpit. Hopefully one was in the upper half of the class. Gary

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Today, 12:48 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread 737 Max in Cafe Supercub

From the above article ref the 737 Max when discussing pilot competency comes this quote: ..."When I mentioned this to Larry Rockliff, a former...

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09-15-2019, 01:21 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Low Compression, Worn Exhaust Valve Guide, Decisions, Decisions in Super Cub Sick Bay

Maybe a dynamic propeller analysis and balance is in order? It can reduce vibration providing the propeller itself is balanced properly and both...

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09-09-2019, 02:04 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Low Compression, Worn Exhaust Valve Guide, Decisions, Decisions in Super Cub Sick Bay

Burned to white cylinder paint near exhaust is a start to look. Then followed by confirmation of cooked oil in the heads like residue on the valves...

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09-09-2019, 01:53 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread The "BEST" tie downs in Cafe Supercub

Von Karmen shed vortices are a contributing factor. Gary

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09-08-2019, 11:17 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread The "BEST" tie downs in Cafe Supercub

Unless twisted along their length flat straps will flutter and can fail. Gary

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09-08-2019, 07:44 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread The "BEST" tie downs in Cafe Supercub

The design's stepped end mimics some of the newer ice spuds used to open holes for fishing. They gradually penetrate hard surfaces rather than the...

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09-08-2019, 11:41 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

One of my primary instructors 45 yrs ago (Bill Griffin) always asked what I was going to do if the engine quit - during takeoff, flight, or landing...

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09-05-2019, 01:58 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread PA 18/95 short TO & L in Tips and Tricks

Try several reduced power longer ground run takeoffs with the tail on the ground. If the airspeed pitot isn't bent and is as Piper intended with no...

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09-03-2019, 04:18 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Tradition Ferry Permit issuance method GONE in In The News

Fairbanks, Ak. FSDO has advised as of today "we still issue them". As usual they are good to deal with. Gary

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09-02-2019, 06:35 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread It's Ramp Check season in Alaska in Cafe Supercub

I keep waiting for them to visit. I need a new CO detector card and they sometimes have them. Checking a 78 year old plane is always interesting. ...

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08-31-2019, 12:25 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread It's only money in Super Cub Sick Bay

I enhanced the pic of the lifter bodies. The four on the right are in better shape. I'd still like to know if the failed units were intake or...

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08-30-2019, 11:00 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread It's only money in Super Cub Sick Bay

Intake, exhaust, or mixed? Gary

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08-29-2019, 06:02 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oil temperature question in Super Cub Sick Bay

Above I mentioned seeing factory seals around the air filters on standard Cubs. I've since looked at three 180 Cubs (not Crosswinds STC) and they...

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08-26-2019, 12:14 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread A Brand New 2019 (Honda) Super Cub in Cafe Supercub

There's one at the local Honda dealer in Fairbanks. Lonley with no takers and winter fast approaching. When I owned mine in 1962 I spiral wrapped...

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08-25-2019, 02:08 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oil temperature question in Super Cub Sick Bay

See how Piper did the lower cowl and air filter seal here>>>https://www.univair.com/categories/piper/piper-pa-18/cowling.html? Gary

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08-25-2019, 12:15 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread CAS vs IAS in Cafe Supercub

There's a world of visual and feel difference between 40 and mid-30's. Watch Flyrite's vid and note the AS and GPS. My light flapped PA-11 landed at...

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08-25-2019, 11:51 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oil temperature question in Super Cub Sick Bay

It's only a guess for or against sealing part of the filter housing. The manometer might offer some info after a quick seal job tho. Piper did seal...

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08-24-2019, 11:47 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oil temperature question in Super Cub Sick Bay

Just to make sure I wasn't dreaming I went and looked for the round air cleaner seal...It's a U-shaped hinged plate with edge seal made of felt. Not...

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08-24-2019, 09:51 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oil temperature question in Super Cub Sick Bay

Wes is there a through opening around the air filter element to the rear cowl exit? It would seem that blocking that passage just behind the air...

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08-23-2019, 12:40 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

The pilot's comments and plane configuration will be an interesting read when it becomes available. Lake surface shows confused wave action and some...

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08-22-2019, 10:31 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread CAS vs IAS in Cafe Supercub

Try provoking a deeper stall at MCA (and simulate a possible sudden wind change) by quickly pulling the remaining nose up elevator at safe altitude...

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08-22-2019, 10:24 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

Some good swells on that lake to deal with and slow things down. Also select slower play setting (click star wheel at lower right) and observe the...

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08-22-2019, 08:20 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

Wonder if they flew into any wind shadow or roller near that far ridge? Didn't we recently see an Icon perform a similar maneuver? (see#1140) Gary

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