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Today, 11:30 AM

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

For those that are interested in this accident, or other flights when monitored, in addition to the flight path overlay there's links to KML (Google...

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Yesterday, 06:19 PM

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

When testing for certification what's typically the flight program? How do they determine limits like CG and control behavior? I assume those were...

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Yesterday, 04:08 PM

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

There's lots of prior flights recorded on Flightrader 24. Guess that's how they learn and determine loading and flight behavior so customers won't...

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Yesterday, 02:31 PM

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

Husky above: https://svinews.com/plane-crashes-near-grover/ Lucky pilot. No spin chute? Gary

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Yesterday, 12:51 PM

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

Aviat Husky N298WY spun in 8/10/20? Pilot used the chute. Flight testing? From the daily AIN records:...

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08-10-2020, 06:35 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread ASI issue - something is off in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

Yes. Which is why a rubber hose slowly rolled up to create pitot pressure is safe. If it won't hold pressure find the leak with soapy water sprayed...

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08-10-2020, 02:26 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread ASI issue - something is off in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

And after you realign the tubes leak check the pitot tube. Slip a rubber hose tight over the open end then pinch it off and roll it up some. Watch...

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08-10-2020, 02:21 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Std vs 3" extended FAD gear on 31s. New thread as need to make quick decision. in Cafe Supercub

And the longer gear can flex more on skis...especially those skis that are flat without a rocker bottom and upturned edges Gary

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08-09-2020, 03:44 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread New Cub Driver... reflecting on 14hr trip home. Heel brakes??!! in Cafe Supercub

Want speed? Get a Taylorcraft so you can have camp set up and grub ready when the Cubs arrive. Gary

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08-09-2020, 11:24 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread New Cub Driver... reflecting on 14hr trip home. Heel brakes??!! in Cafe Supercub

Stock Cub brake cylinder diaphragms - the flat rubber discs pushed by the brake pedal that move fluid and create pressure - can stretch over time....

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08-09-2020, 01:41 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Std vs 3" extended FAD gear on 31s. New thread as need to make quick decision. in Cafe Supercub

+3" for skis and prop tip clearance - w/31's not so much. If I recall correctly from my former planes the +3" is gear leg length not the overall...

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08-06-2020, 08:43 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Floats on J3C-65 in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

For J3C-** floats look here at A-691 or J3L A-698 or J3F A-692 Gary

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08-06-2020, 01:25 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Floats on J3C-65 in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

Call Kenmore Air Harbor (http://www.kenmoreairharbor.com/contact-edo.html) and ask about installing EDO floats? Might take some drawings but they are...

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08-06-2020, 01:16 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Floats on J3C-65 in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

I'm sure there's an answer here somewhere. Gary

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08-06-2020, 11:31 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Floats on J3C-65 in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

TCDS A-691 shows IV. J3C-65 and V. J3C-65S (same except for landing gear ). Is there something that prohibits installing floats on the J3C-65 from...

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08-05-2020, 11:53 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Super Cub Structural Failure in Cafe Supercub

The pilot Dave Wiley maintained the Taylorcraft. The strut fitting was covered with fabric and the normal lower drain hole was.....well decide for...

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08-05-2020, 06:38 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Intermittent stumble on O-235-C1 in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Try soaking some Aerokroil or Mouse Milk on the valves. See if it makes any difference. Not a permanent fix however if a reamer is needed. Gary

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08-05-2020, 02:31 PM

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

Two local Fairbanks Ak. pilots banged their PA-18's within a week. Know them well and they survived. Must be August and soon September with increased...

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08-04-2020, 11:14 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread FM 2 way radio installation in Cafe Supercub

Would Land mobile rigs - portable or temp mounted w/12v panel receptacle power and quick release external antenna do the job? Example:...

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08-04-2020, 10:31 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread FM 2 way radio installation in Cafe Supercub

What frequency range of interest? Gary

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08-04-2020, 09:08 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Few videos of the plane in Experimental Cubs

Nice! Tires lifted off together in 2nd vid = good wing rigging. Gary

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08-04-2020, 07:23 PM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread L-21B tail wheel shimmy in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

I would think with some creative safety wiring an un-drilled quick link would suffice. Like full wrap wired from the raised portion of the threaded...

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08-04-2020, 10:42 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread New Propeller For 1974 Scout? in American Champion: Champ, Scout, Etc.

As I recall some props have yellow op arcs that are to be avoided. Like get rough enough to be felt. Transitioning through them used to be annoying...

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08-04-2020, 01:41 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread How to fly a tail dragger in Cafe Supercub

More L-19 > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOBUKGDkWgVbWKFftJQptzA/videos My first instructor was an ex L-19 op from late 60's SE Asia. Tim...

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08-04-2020, 01:32 AM

BC12D-4-85 replied to a thread Helicopter evac insurance? in Cafe Supercub

Wife bought Airmedcare> https://www.airmedcarenetwork.com Not sure why but maybe they drop the ashes for free on a good fishing lake Gary

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