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Today, 12:18 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Bolivia 4-Place Build in Member Projects in Progress

I mentioned earlier about adding some washout to the wings. That can reduce lift at the tips, which the trim tries to currently reduce by lowering...

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Yesterday, 02:16 AM

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

Well Denny, it means something if they weren't loaded forward to begin with. The hunters would know. If they moved from loaded position (aft or...

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Yesterday, 12:14 AM

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

“About 150 pounds of meat was found in the forward section of the belly pod" Must not have been full. Gary

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09-29-2023, 11:35 PM

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

Can unsecured moose parts slide around in the belly pod? Gary

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09-29-2023, 09:41 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Bolivia 4-Place Build in Member Projects in Progress

Washout the wings more? Gary

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09-29-2023, 02:42 AM

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

He flew for many years and hours I believe. Just another haul. No chance for avoiding. Get 'er done. Sad. Gary

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09-27-2023, 12:01 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Sensenich Ground Adjustable Prop in Cafe Supercub

Propellers are effectively flywheels. The more they weigh the more they absorb energy on the power stroke, then release it during a piston's...

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09-22-2023, 12:16 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread My New Cub in Member Projects in Progress

Torque reaction and other P-effects can make the plane roll left depending upon power. Watch a floatplane or multi amphib with power getting on...

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09-20-2023, 02:37 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Getting rid of tail beacon? in Modifications

https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/91.205 Gary

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09-17-2023, 12:30 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Dragging it in . . . in Cafe Supercub

Excellent. PO STOL test. Off at designated downwind then hit the LZ. Why not improve PO skills? Someday it may be us. Gary

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09-16-2023, 11:05 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Dragging it in . . . in Cafe Supercub

We sometimes drag it in, but then not on, to inspect the intended landing area off airport. That can be practiced if wanted. I like MTV's 3*...

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09-16-2023, 12:48 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Marion harrasses a beaver with a boat. in Cafe Supercub

Er, floats? Gary

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09-15-2023, 12:24 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread current $$ for PPonk engine, and Continentals SB's on cam gears in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

A local attorney has a Lyc in his C-185. MTV may know more about that modded plane? Gary

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09-14-2023, 08:36 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Badlands STOL Kit in Experimental Cubs

I believe a smooth continuous roll to the upper and lower cuff surfaces helps airflow. Air doesn't like quick changes in surfaces (opinion), and...

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09-14-2023, 11:50 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Marion harrasses a beaver with a boat. in Cafe Supercub

Current status of the case: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/66750739/united-states-v-beck/ Shark food? Edit: Maybe someone like RV or ? can...

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09-13-2023, 09:46 PM

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

It's that time of year......local experienced and well rated pilot ran out of gas twice on floats. Once in his, and within a few days the company's....

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09-12-2023, 11:39 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Badlands STOL Kit in Experimental Cubs

The Sportsman on a Cessna extends the glide, lowers the stall speed, and improves slow flight reserve. Sealed ailerons offer better control. Should...

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09-12-2023, 01:52 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread It’s 9/11…..where we’re you? in Cafe Supercub

Pearl Harbor II with all the hows and whys Gary

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09-11-2023, 01:41 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread It’s 9/11…..where we’re you? in Cafe Supercub

Right here doing this. Now this for Anchorage: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_3_7326.html Gary

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09-10-2023, 04:04 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread What Were Those Things Called? in Cafe Supercub

"Synthetic Soil Stabilization Matting" is used often for construction in Alaska. Comes in a big long roll that's unrolled over surfaces prone to...

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09-10-2023, 02:56 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread What Were Those Things Called? in Cafe Supercub

They were popular with off roaders that looked for mud and places to get unstuck after. A couple of them tied next to a handyman lift jack or winch...

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09-10-2023, 11:58 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Lost VFR flight following on vfr flight plan in The Art and Science of Flying

Overall it might just be easier to use a tracking device with that reports position. And has an SOS button if needed. 2-way coms can involve lots of...

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