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Yesterday, 05:09 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Where to buy "Guide to Bush Flying"? in The Art and Science of Flying

Copyright is no longer valid unless they renewed it

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03-28-2020, 07:01 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Self isolation. in Cafe Supercub

Or this: https://www.wearethemighty.com/articles/video-shows-us-army-delivers-tanks-150-mph-nuts

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03-28-2020, 06:59 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Self isolation. in Cafe Supercub

Not quite as news worthy, but how about just landing a half mile away and set the beer down on the ground, then take back off and let him walk to the...

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03-28-2020, 01:13 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a Scratch Built Cub in Member Projects in Progress

Yes, the windshields have extra material so they can be trimmed to fit. I don't think any, even the factory replacements, just drop in. It would be...

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03-27-2020, 10:45 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Shelter in place order in In The News

That just changed: The other mandate, which will go into effect at 5 p.m. on March 28, requires that everybody in Alaska - except for those...

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03-27-2020, 12:16 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Shelter in place order in In The News

Seriously learning that my lifestyle is on the introvert side, though I am often not and introvert. Our community stores have not quite locked...

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03-27-2020, 10:14 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Raw Material list for Super Cub Build in Experimental Cubs

AMERI-CUB another wing kit option https://www.supercub.org/forum/showthread.php?53158-Building-a-Javron-Wing-Kit Hope it helps Bill

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03-27-2020, 08:19 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Amphib Gear Maintenance Question in Float Operations

Resurrecting an older thread. Folks I thought I would bring this thread back to life so that if someone is searching for maintenance tips on...

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03-26-2020, 09:29 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a Javron Cub in Member Projects in Progress

Paul I don't think most folks do this every year, or even every few years, which is NOT GOOD. The front trolley should be free enough to just fall...

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03-25-2020, 02:24 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a Javron Cub in Member Projects in Progress

Folks I have had a friend spend a few days with me in my hangar rebuilding his floats. He has been using the info in the thread above to do the...

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03-25-2020, 11:02 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread What are the best threads for newbies to SuperCub.Org? in Cafe Supercub

Downwind Turn?:cheers Seriously, every subject has it's own collection. For preflight and mechanical search for Steve Pierce, MCS, CubMD and a few...

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03-24-2020, 09:23 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Weight and balance 180 HP Cub in Cafe Supercub

Sounds like you did well, that is not a heavy plane for a 180 hp. Some are lighter, but they also forgo some items, and pay big bucks tracking...

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03-22-2020, 10:58 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Ski strips are for Skis!! in Cafe Supercub

We have idiots think it is just fine to run 4 wheelers on the sled trails. They do fine early when it is 20 degrees, but then come back at noon after...

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03-21-2020, 10:12 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Turbine Beaver in Cafe Supercub

On floats the otter is an awful lot of airplane to deal with docking, beaching and such. A little drift of wind and you have a handful. My friend...

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03-21-2020, 10:19 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread CANCELLED: 2020 Great Minnesota Aviation Gathering April 24-25 in Supercub Gatherings

Thank you both for the updates. Currently Alaska's cases are all directly related to people coming into Alaska. Staying home, or at least staying...

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03-21-2020, 02:47 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Why Do We Continue to Have Aviation Gatherings in MN and AK? in Supercub Gatherings

You don't know what little guy has come up with if you don't go. Example: the new 185 tail repair and trim wheel. Had I not seen Bill and Joe at the...

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03-20-2020, 06:31 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Alaska Flight Planning Website in Cafe Supercub

Ted Thank you for taking the time to put this website together. Awesome job!! You have helped a bunch of folks. Well done!! Thank you Bill

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03-19-2020, 09:15 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Tornado Last Night Near Graham, TX. in In The News

Wow! Folks don't need more obstacles and stress right now. That really sucks.

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