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08-10-2019, 12:27 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Float Dolly in Float Operations

simple is better

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08-10-2019, 12:25 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread "Owner Maintenance" in the US? in In The News

There you go assuming that everyone with an IA does a thorough job and finds/repairs all the problems. Seen many a plane with multiple issues come...

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08-09-2019, 02:36 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread New to this in Cafe Supercub

Beware of that potato guy and his cub... every single person that has flown a Carbon Cub has cried daily if they could not afford one. Sort of like...

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08-09-2019, 08:18 AM

The Kid replied to a thread An O-360 in an experimenta super cubl; what would be the best prop? in Modifications

The 86" Catto interests me. The longer the prop the better for efficiency I understand. But if it's basically a wooden prop, does that mean I would...

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08-06-2019, 09:33 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread C-180 Club hire in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

Dramatic difference from 55 to 56. Gear legs got changed to put more weight on the tail. Then slowly things got heavier, so controls changed form a...

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08-06-2019, 04:08 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread C-180 Club hire in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

Early model= sports car Late model= pickup truck They handle differently, control force increases as the years went on. Also, the aircraft...

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08-01-2019, 02:08 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread An O-360 in an experimenta super cubl; what would be the best prop? in Modifications

I spent a summer flying behind a MT constant speed. At most I gained 7 MPH in cruise. There is so much drag on a big tire supercub that the CS prop...

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08-01-2019, 01:22 PM

The Kid started a thread An O-360 in an experimenta super cubl; what would be the best prop? in Modifications

In an experimental super cub, with an O 360, what would be the best prop for performance? A toothpick or a Catto or?

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07-31-2019, 07:17 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Suggestions on Rain Gear in Cafe Supercub

Kryotech is another brand that has different weights from 'tough and nails' to 'hiker':-P good stuff

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07-30-2019, 09:53 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Suggestions on Rain Gear in Cafe Supercub

I bought Sitka Gear a number of years ago, loved it the first two years. Year three it leaked badly. Last run of expensive was the same, forgot...

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07-30-2019, 09:38 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread New Cessnas? in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

It mentions factory jigs... that right there tells me someone might have a bunch already invested and is going to go to town! That said, it could...

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07-29-2019, 01:42 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread The "BEST" tie downs in Cafe Supercub

We had a job requiring lots of anchors in sand. We were able to switch to duckbills after we did a pull test, we have big duckbills, and pulled...

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07-28-2019, 11:45 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

break off the water, tip the nose down to build speed. Speed is control, and any gusts require speed and control.

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07-27-2019, 11:07 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread NX-CUB First Impressions in CubCrafters: CC18, CC11, CC19 Top Cub, Carbon Cub, and X-Cub

Anything that gets more people flying, people flying longer in life, puts smiles on faces and improves performance must be regarded as a win! ...

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07-27-2019, 10:52 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Oops, darn it... in Cafe Supercub

I thought that the Kodiak appeal was partly the strait forward easy to use and maintain aircraft. Now they want to make it more complicated? Heard...

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07-27-2019, 10:46 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Hot Cylinder in Cafe Supercub

You can run for over 100 hours in this condition before things start to come apart, then you end up spending lots of money. Better to have extra...

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07-27-2019, 10:37 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread 0-200 Puking Lots of oil in Cafe Supercub

My O-540 likes to be about 9 quarts. Will run hours like that, but put in 10 and it comes out very quickly. Total theory here- Crank case...

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07-23-2019, 09:00 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread 2019 New Holstein STOL Results in Supercub Gatherings

Thank you Randy!! Pretty incredible turn out folks! Cheers to all of you.

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07-23-2019, 08:54 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Any experience with the Fuel/Cargo pod Airglas has? in Cafe Supercub

I put one on when I bought my second cub. Put it on under duress but needed to meet the contract- was glad I had it almost every flight!!! Other...

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07-23-2019, 08:40 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread One month Hangar rental near Las Vegas in Cross Country Accomodations

Ok, I can bring a rod and just leave a picture of yourself tied to the tailwheel:lol::lol: Anything you can do to save from taxes, I am all for...

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07-22-2019, 08:58 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread One month Hangar rental near Las Vegas in Cross Country Accomodations

How about I bring it up here and spread some holy blood on the inside to make sure it is a real 'bush' plane!

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07-22-2019, 08:53 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Looking for insight and advice in Cafe Supercub

Alaska does have a law about allowing public use giving the owner immunity. If you don't charge, it is much easier on the liability. If you charge...

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07-22-2019, 08:01 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Cowling door gap distance? in Experimental Cubs

3 1/2 inches or so but MCS has a good technique bill

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07-21-2019, 10:01 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Amphib Gear Maintenance Question in Float Operations

How many landings a month do you do on salt???? Ok, most has been covered. Better grease, and develop a method (like the hole for needle grease...

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