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Yesterday, 10:30 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Idaho backcountry instruction in Cafe Supercub

MTV- EXACTLY! Experience does not come cheap, don't expect people to teach all that for free. Bradly G- good idea and suggestions. If your...

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Yesterday, 10:18 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Aircraft Engines in Cafe Supercub

Finding a good mechanic before you buy will save you $$ in the long run. Some mechanics have certain aircraft that they refuse to work on, and often...

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Yesterday, 01:01 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Inspection rings in Experimental Cubs

I am testing a Carbon Concepts inspection panel under the tank on the Maule replacing the one(s) that keep blowing off. Still there after quite a...

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Yesterday, 12:52 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Aircraft Engines in Cafe Supercub

I have heard of flight schools operating O-320s over 3,000 hours before the overhaul. I also heard of a pair of engines making less than 20 hours...

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02-16-2020, 11:33 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Hangar home in Cafe Supercub

A couple of thoughts, and yes I am in the process of building a hangar with living quarters. No, not going to give up the house for a while as our...

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02-16-2020, 11:11 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Wild Otter & Recipe in Sportsman's Den

Lynx is tasty!

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02-15-2020, 09:46 PM

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

Wip 2100A Front Assembly Rebuild REALLY IMPORTANT!!! This bolt head with a grease zerk has a roll pin in it. When you take the nut off the...

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02-15-2020, 07:24 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread PA18 widebody with 180 hp on floats 2200 or 2400 in Experimental Cubs

cub12 - thank you for that post. Good info. I would love to try a set of MT 2400's on a cub. Love the big lockers and flat tops on that model. ...

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02-14-2020, 09:18 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Exp cub out of nose down trim....Ideas please? in Experimental Cubs

Adam Trust me on this....AkPA/18 above knows what he is talking about. That is your answer. Bill

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02-14-2020, 06:55 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread PA18 widebody with 180 hp on floats 2200 or 2400 in Experimental Cubs

I can't address the performance differences, but the smaller Montana 2200 float has round tops, and (almost useless) very small lockers. Perhaps not...

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02-13-2020, 08:16 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Advice wanted about exploring Nunavut and the N.W.T. in a PA12 in Cross Country Accomodations

Bugdope, (spray can so you can spray your clothing (and hat) to keep them away extra fuel Octane boost in case all you can get is low grade...

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02-13-2020, 12:11 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread 500 Hour TT Commercial Pilot: What it takes to fly in Alaska in Hangar Forums Requests and Discussion

Actually, right now two or three companies are looking for crew scheduling type folks up here.

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02-12-2020, 11:23 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread ADSB-Getting ready to bite someone in the butt in Cafe Supercub

Seems to me it is going to add lots of traffic just outside the Class C north of Anchorage.

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02-12-2020, 10:57 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread 500 Hour TT Commercial Pilot: What it takes to fly in Alaska in Hangar Forums Requests and Discussion

Most has been said, but a couple of things I will add: In todays market, pilots and mechanics are hard to find. Even harder to find are ones that...

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02-08-2020, 09:47 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Any reason to keep my primer system? in Cafe Supercub

Glenn, respectfully, have you considered flying a plane that the engine does not quit while airborne?;-)8)8)8):oops: Seriously, I might not have...

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02-07-2020, 11:53 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Odd use of VG's in Cafe Supercub

Might help to keep road grime off the back window? Wait a minute, is that an Oklahoma car from Jenks?

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02-07-2020, 11:51 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Any reason to keep my primer system? in Cafe Supercub

It should prime to the cylinder heads, not the carb. Though Bill gets away without it so far, I have had plenty of times I needed the primer to...

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02-07-2020, 10:37 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Any reason to keep my primer system? in Cafe Supercub

I have no primer and it works fine. Get the engine turning over, then pump the throttle a couple of times and it lights off. The only disadvantage is...

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02-05-2020, 08:27 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Yet another Javro build in Member Projects in Progress

Thats what I'm talking about. Every ounce counts. NICE!!!! Bill

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02-02-2020, 12:35 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread C-185 cabin heat in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

As I recall, the 76 POH had the air vent system diagram also. Good reminder that not just the mechanical, but the written documents also evolved.

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02-02-2020, 12:27 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Lessons from the Condor Cub in The Art and Science of Flying

I loved the looks of that plane. You are a lucky person to have her to fly! Tomorrow is another day, don't be in a hurry to break something or...

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02-01-2020, 07:42 PM

The Kid replied to a thread Catto 84 or 86? in Modifications

I just noticed this. As the prop lengths get longer, the pitch gets flatter. The flatter the pitch, the less bite you take with every revolution...

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02-01-2020, 06:35 PM

The Kid replied to a thread Catto 84 or 86? in Modifications

FdxLou- You say the Catto pulls harder but then it didn't quite take off as short as the 1P235 you said? 30'-50' longer TO with the Catto ? But...

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02-01-2020, 02:38 PM

The Kid replied to a thread Catto 84 or 86? in Modifications

I think with an 84" prop, and not to exceed about 83% of the speed of sound, you'd want to have an RPM of about 2500 to 2525 at 60 MPH indicated in a...

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02-01-2020, 12:40 PM

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

Paul yes it could certainly be done on straight floats. The only gotcha is the fuel will all be on salt water docks, so.... on straight floats you...

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02-01-2020, 12:04 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Tradition Ferry Permit issuance method GONE in In The News

some interesting photos. Would be great if you could note how you were repairing the specific planes with the photos. Some very clever ways to get...

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