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Bill Rusk replied to a thread Bill Rusk saved my life in Cafe Supercub

The upper and lower rows are not independent nor can they made to be so. I use the light more for recognition than night landings and takeoffs (which...

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12-02-2019, 08:37 PM

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

I have to ask: how much do the wings cost already built vs. the mess of parts that must be assembled? I believe the wing kit is 13.5 and a fully...

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11-30-2019, 10:49 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread PA-12 Weight in Tail Any Documentation? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Denny I suspect we are basically on the same page, just saying it differently. An aft CG will lower stall speed. I can't find my notes from my...

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11-30-2019, 08:21 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread PA-12 Weight in Tail Any Documentation? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Denny I will have to spend a little time doing some homework to find the sources and references. But the stabilizer and trim do not compensate for...

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11-29-2019, 06:24 PM

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

And finally....here are some pictures for reference. The flaps are pretty much like the ailerons. Don't forget to reverse the washout shims when you...

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11-29-2019, 04:02 PM

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

It will be pretty obvious where the reinforcing plates go. It is really helpful to have LOTS of clecos here. Go bum some off your Vans RV friends....

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11-29-2019, 12:18 PM

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

Time to Build Another Jig We need to make a jig to hold the flap and aileron straight and square while we drill and rivet it together. So,...

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11-29-2019, 11:30 AM

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

TRAILING EDGE INSTALL AND JIG You should be at this point. You can lay the TE on but don't attach it just yet. It is really important that it...

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11-29-2019, 11:01 AM

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

Next we will rivet on the nose ribs The flat side of the rib goes toward the hinge side and the NOSE ribs all face in toward the hinge. There...

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11-27-2019, 11:45 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread AK airport/airstrip - choosing stability in Cafe Supercub

A good Hangar solves many wind problems. I sleep better at night with the plane inside.

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11-26-2019, 11:40 PM

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

we got between 1,500 and 1,800 pounds on a pull test in saturated sand (glacier till) when we did our pull test with them. To get that we drove them...

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11-26-2019, 09:10 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread AK airport/airstrip - choosing stability in Cafe Supercub

One consideration (I have been told), if you are looking in the Wasilla/Palmer/Wolf Lake/Anderson Lake etc, is to learn from the locals about the...

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11-26-2019, 12:03 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Aerial Predator Control - Who, where, and how? in Sportsman's Den

Low and slow?? Didn't Henny post a Beaver position up for grabs... with benefits?

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11-23-2019, 11:38 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread J3 Water Rudder Handle Location in Cafe Supercub

Wasn't a J-3, but on my 18 I used some simple braided nylon (very small camp type) from a steel hardware store ring through the floor to the rudder...

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11-23-2019, 11:20 AM

The Kid replied to a thread Adsb in & out in All Things Electrical

I guess, for me, there are four reasons why I am considering in/out. 1. Going into Canada and back. I think it might make it easier. 2. Did I read...

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11-22-2019, 10:54 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Usfs beaver positions in Cafe Supercub

Not just the Forest Service. Anyone looking for round engine, web footed pilots right now is having a struggle. We missed an entire generation of...

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11-22-2019, 08:48 PM

The Kid started a thread Adsb in & out in All Things Electrical

I am rebuilding my cub and just wondered how many cubbers are running with ADS B IN & OUT? I don't see a downside to it except more weight and more...

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11-21-2019, 10:18 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Hangar Door Insulation in Cafe Supercub

My thoughts exactly. Heating oil here is about $3.50/gallon. When it gets to 20 below, I can see the stud lines on the siding of our house with...

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11-19-2019, 08:56 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Usfs beaver positions in Cafe Supercub

Bank balance, IQ or number of personalities?:-P8)

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11-17-2019, 08:10 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread WTB: 185 w/RSTOL in Airplanes

He sold it!! He is having withdrawals from speed!! We spent some river bank time together this summer, had to pull his chain a bit.

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11-17-2019, 08:08 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread PA12 Adjustable Front Seat Options in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

seatbelts to the frame anyway, no questions asked!!

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11-17-2019, 07:08 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Ski Springs in Cafe Supercub

I don't remember, sorry.

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11-17-2019, 12:33 PM

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

Then we will put a hinge bracket there. Make sure you use the right hinge bracket. The flap brackets are longer than the aileron brackets. Also, we...

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11-17-2019, 11:20 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Ski Springs in Cafe Supercub

Years ago I was talking to Atlee about ski springs. He told me he had taken an older bungee to a spring shop and had them build a spring with the...

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11-17-2019, 08:04 AM

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

Building the Flaps and Ailerons First and this is ..... IMPORTANT..... DO NOT BEND THE SPARS!!!!! The spars come bundled together and taped...

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11-16-2019, 09:03 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread lightspeed headset in All Things Electrical

I fly to get away from the phone. Maybe consider not taking the calls!! Or are you consulting for Tom now and need to be in touch all the time?

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