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Today, 11:57 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Battery conected + to - ? in All Things Electrical

Another nice thing about wiring, with enough amps for long enough, it becomes a moot point and your fire insurance just pays you off.

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Today, 11:07 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Battery conected + to - ? in All Things Electrical

Context? New experimental first time powered up, or battery/relay replacement? Sounds like a first power up of new system... Heck, if it were...

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Yesterday, 05:54 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Great project for someone in Cafe Supercub

Just in case any of you want a 'friend' to ride along in the widgeon, give me a shout:lol: I am even rated for it!8) Like Beavers and Otters,...

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Yesterday, 05:39 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Marion harrasses a beaver with a boat. in Cafe Supercub

Headline: Aircraft repair shop initiates new market strategy to find local work Denny- if not a threat? Watch the video and it makes it obvious...

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01-28-2023, 08:44 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a 4 Seat (4S) Javron Cub in Member Projects in Progress

ENGINES After much consideration we ended up going with a Penn Yan rebuilt 0-360. Penn Yan has a long history and an excellent reputation and it...

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01-28-2023, 08:31 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a 4 Seat (4S) Javron Cub in Member Projects in Progress

This is a general look at the what the removable rear seats look like. When they are not in place the rear cargo area is completely flat with no...

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01-28-2023, 08:19 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Building a 4 Seat (4S) Javron Cub in Member Projects in Progress

Folks The fuselage is in the hangar and we have started to look at it. This is what the floor mounted style rudder pedals look like. We will...

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01-27-2023, 02:32 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Good article on grease in Cafe Supercub

Interesting. I thought the Aeroshell 22 was terrible on amphibious float wheel bearings. It very quickly became an emulsified mess and the bearings...

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01-26-2023, 10:37 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Montana Aviation Conference 2023 in Cafe Supercub

I am all registered and signed up for the conference. If going you need to make the hotel reservation prior to Feb 1st to get the conference rate....

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01-25-2023, 01:25 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Bushwheel Bill is Down But Not Out! in Cafe Supercub

Get well Bill! Hope to cross paths with you soon.

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01-23-2023, 09:34 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Bushwheel Bill is Down But Not Out! in Cafe Supercub

Bill and Diana…..Two of the finest people I know. God is with you, and many are praying. We want to see you well and living life again soon. Get well...

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01-16-2023, 08:02 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Flat light recomendations in Ski Flying Forum

Glenn is correct. I have amber glasses I wear, they have a coating that is a tad better than most I have tried. Higher quality glass is often...

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01-15-2023, 10:36 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread How Not to Takeoff in a Cessna 185 in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

You have a great point: differences in surface, obstacles, wind and every other factor should be considered when you want to discuss techniques. ...

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01-15-2023, 10:28 PM

The Kid started a thread Slick mag for sale in Parts and Pieces

I have a Slick Right mag with 90 hrs since overhauled ( I put a Surefly in its spot). Make offer. Call me bout any time (I'm on Mountain time) at 406...

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01-15-2023, 06:37 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Where did you fly today? in Cafe Supercub

I always love your photos. Thank you Brad. That overflow looks pretty nasty. Bill

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01-14-2023, 05:41 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Short Approach in The Art and Science of Flying

Five planes a day?:-P:-P Just funning you. Remember Lake Hood, and dealing with all the traffic in that area?

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01-14-2023, 05:38 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread How Not to Takeoff in a Cessna 185 in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

You nailed it! That take-off with pulling the flaps was held down well beyond required speed to lift off, as he is climbing immediately. ...

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01-14-2023, 02:06 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Cessna 180 Float Kit Install in Cafe Supercub

The amount of parts that have to come off, be doubled and such, and hearing you have a cream puff unmolested... If you are going to that much work...

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01-13-2023, 01:48 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Cessna 180 Float Kit Install in Cafe Supercub

Congrats Zack!! If anyone can do this and make it better than factory you are the one. By the way......need you to drop off that seat to Jay...

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01-12-2023, 07:36 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Not sure what's behind this FAASTeam action in The Art and Science of Flying

It will take a few days to get all the soda spray off my screen after reading that. Darn funny Mike!

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01-10-2023, 07:33 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Nice Plane- but did'n't fly much for ten years in Cafe Supercub

The drain location is a condition for the 2500 hour TBO, yes. The engine does get turned up in RPM, as Jack Johnson explained to me it allowed...

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01-10-2023, 07:26 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Not sure what's behind this FAASTeam action in The Art and Science of Flying

I did my CFI renewal with the FAA in 2020, and they told me that we could "suspend the check ride" if I asked the "continue the check ride" if I was...

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01-09-2023, 07:27 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Not sure what's behind this FAASTeam action in The Art and Science of Flying

Next question then for you experienced guys. I have been the observed check ride for company Check Airman in 135 world a couple times. I distinctly...

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01-08-2023, 11:59 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Pushing The Envelope in Cafe Supercub

Around 1995 I was sent to Atlee's place to pick up some parts and pieces. I was up in Anchorage on a maintenance trip... Atlee was of course there...

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01-08-2023, 11:47 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Not sure what's behind this FAASTeam action in The Art and Science of Flying

Some really good points Mike, but consider that the FAA has oversight responsibility of their DPE's, it is on them that they have not fixed this...

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