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aktango58 replied to a thread Real Men Don't Shop On Black Friday in Cafe Supercub

Skid steers, tractors and airplanes; let me paraphrase Monte Python: Every machine has it's purpose!:lol: did you know a tracked Skid Steer will...

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11-26-2021, 09:32 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Real Men Don't Shop On Black Friday in Cafe Supercub

That is not shopping, that is buying!! What kind of tractor? I have a JD 40C, I think it is a 1953. A gift from my father in law.

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11-25-2021, 06:51 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Not enough carb heat in Super Cub Sick Bay

Is it possible your temperature readings are off? I would be looking to get better heat for sure.

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11-25-2021, 03:27 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Leading edge slats and Keller Flaps in Experimental Cubs

How is she on skis?? If it moves it flies?

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11-24-2021, 11:24 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Alaska GarminPilot /ForeFlight revisited in Cafe Supercub

Deep breaths Stewart, Sometimes I see the name and just pass by the comment... We all have our moments.;-)

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11-24-2021, 08:53 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Alaska GarminPilot /ForeFlight revisited in Cafe Supercub

Last time I talked to Seattle Avionics, (FlyQ) they no longer were offering lifetime subscriptions. That said, I have one and use FlyQ for most of...

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11-22-2021, 09:25 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Sensenich Wood Prop for sale in Parts and Pieces

They fit an O-235 115 hp?

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11-22-2021, 10:49 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Camping Items to Include on List for Santa? in Cafe Supercub

Chip, Happy Thanksgiving! For you, I offer you a free tank of fuel when you bring your cub to 9AA9!

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11-21-2021, 10:37 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Leading Edge Clamping Tools in Everything Else

Pretty cool clamps Steve! These are the types of tools that make a job go well.

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11-21-2021, 10:24 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread WTB -12 certified in Airplanes

What happened to yours?? I might know of a really nice one, I will find out if it is for sale.

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11-21-2021, 10:05 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Camping Items to Include on List for Santa? in Cafe Supercub

I included a link to Alaska Airframe's tent page. Comfortable is the key... so a nice big tent with cots. Naturally, the cool kids have a plane...

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11-21-2021, 12:51 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Camping Items to Include on List for Santa? in Cafe Supercub

Leatherman compass signal mirror Blastmatch lightweight tarp ax folding shovel machette jetboil quality duffle(s)

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11-20-2021, 08:17 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread C-180 Tailwheel Stinger Noise in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

Tastes great... Less filling!

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11-20-2021, 08:09 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Camping Items to Include on List for Santa? in Cafe Supercub

https://www.airframesalaska.com/Articles.asp?ID=289 Cialis. Good for boys and girls. So I hear. Uncle E, maybe you just need a triple dose...

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11-18-2021, 03:31 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Unique Situation? Avoiding Sales and Use Tax in Cafe Supercub

A key to all is where the plane is registered. If you house/address the plane in one state, that would be the one you are beholden to. Many people...

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11-18-2021, 10:31 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Tents, Repairs and Such...An Experience with Big Agnes Tents in Tips and Tricks

Which is probably why Linda won't sleep in a tent on the Supercub outings...8)8) The Arctic Oven is an Alaska Tent and Tarp tent. The Glamping...

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11-18-2021, 10:20 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Montana floats in Float Operations

Hope you have an air squeezer! If not, I will see if I can hunt mine back down. Makes at least the chines faster.

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11-17-2021, 08:05 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Tents, Repairs and Such...An Experience with Big Agnes Tents in Tips and Tricks

The worst storm we have ever had at New Holstein blew over just about every tent on the field. Cajun Joe was dry and comfortable in his Cabela’s...

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11-17-2021, 07:41 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Montana floats in Float Operations

Be sure to enlarge the locker access. One of the few faults with those floats. Just my opinion. Congratulations, I think you’re gonna love...

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11-17-2021, 11:08 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Tents, Repairs and Such...An Experience with Big Agnes Tents in Tips and Tricks

My sheep hunting friends always had great things to say about Big A gear. Sorry your experience is not as pleasant as theirs. I have a North Face...

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11-16-2021, 03:56 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread 1st sale questions in Cafe Supercub

Pretty good info here. This weekend we completed a purchase of a cheap set of wheels, a 7 ECA. I have known about the plane for a while, life...

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11-14-2021, 07:39 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread 1st sale questions in Cafe Supercub

As a person that has been lucky enough to purchase a couple airplanes, most I never even looked at in person prior to deposit and traveling with a...

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11-14-2021, 01:05 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Prop Clearance on Wheel Penetration Skis in Ski Flying Forum

My guess is snow conditions will be a larger factor than prop length flying skis. I would worry more about size of my snowshoes than prop...

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11-11-2021, 10:01 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Concerned about some corrosion on tubes in Super Cub Sick Bay

I had a longhorn issue on the Chicken, it was from the battery box vent dripping onto the tube. Corrosion looked a lot like your last picture. ...

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11-10-2021, 02:37 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Help identifying old skis in Ski Flying Forum

Westco it appears by the towers, but a guess. I will dig my towers out and shoot a picture for you.

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