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aktango58 replied to a thread Flap handle STC? in Cafe Supercub

Shorten the handle if it is original length. If he is a working pilot, and has a certified plane, he needs to stay within the bounds of legal...

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03-19-2023, 09:20 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread New brake lines in Modifications

One reason most people keep the connection on the underside of the belly is if you go to floats or damage the line it is quick and easy to remove and...

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03-19-2023, 07:20 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Iditarod or bust in Cafe Supercub

I think the best part about this trip is he was able to take the better half and was not stuck stranded where she was totally uncomfortable!! A long...

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03-19-2023, 07:16 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Iditarod or bust in Cafe Supercub

Awesome trip and write up Jeff. Thank you Bill

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03-19-2023, 02:13 PM

aktango58 replied to a thread Prebuy- Mechanic Flying the Airplane? in Cafe Supercub

Only a few critical things a test flight will tell you: does it fly strait hands off? Does it stall strait and proper? (or does it drop a wing and...

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03-18-2023, 12:16 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Crossing Colorado’s Continental Divide in Cafe Supercub

Excellent. Thank you for posting that Ted Bill

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03-18-2023, 10:53 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Identifying brakes in Super Cub Repair Facilities

:-PDisc.:-P I am a pilot, what more do I need to know?:lol: If an owner, you might need to know how many zeros on the check though:sad:

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03-18-2023, 09:12 AM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread Super Cub LSA? in Cafe Supercub

I spoke with Richard McSpadden of AOPA while at the Montana aviation conference. He said they expected to put it out for NPRM in August. Bill

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03-17-2023, 10:25 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Ski Brakes in Ski Flying Forum

Thank you! Forgot that step... been a while

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03-17-2023, 10:23 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Best snowshoes for ski flying in Ski Flying Forum

Where is the beer holder?

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03-17-2023, 12:44 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Ski Brakes in Ski Flying Forum

However, that does not mean that all the lines between the master cylinder and the actuator are totally full of fluid. Pump the claw down, refill...

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03-16-2023, 07:03 PM

The Kid replied to a thread How much of a job is it to put Whip amphibs on a cub that has never had amphibs before? in Float Operations

I spose it would of been a piece of cake to do when I had the plane completely rebuilt?

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03-15-2023, 10:26 PM

Bill Rusk replied to a thread How much of a job is it to put Whip amphibs on a cub that has never had amphibs before? in Float Operations

I helped my friend Eric do this. It took 6 days, 12 hours a day for us to do it. That translates to 144 man hours. It is a pretty big job but it was...

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03-15-2023, 10:00 PM

The Kid started a thread How much of a job is it to put Whip amphibs on a cub that has never had amphibs before? in Float Operations

I am considering putting a set of used Whip amphibs on my 18. How much of a job is it to plumb my cub with all the pumps and brakes and electrical...

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03-15-2023, 10:05 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Carbon Cub Lands on Heli Pad in Dubai in In The News

And that is why it is such a big deal!! Most of us would have loved to do this just to say we were part of it. The unsung heroes are the folks...

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03-13-2023, 11:24 AM

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

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03-13-2023, 10:34 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Wet wing fuel stain below rivet in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

I did not say it well. Top skin, over the aft area of the tank was my thought. Essentially behind the original ones near the rear spar. Makes it...

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03-13-2023, 10:08 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread Wet wing fuel stain below rivet in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

Seems a great place to install more access panels on the back side. Extra goop to seal the screw holes. Yes, it the lower ones will probably leak...

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03-13-2023, 10:03 AM

aktango58 replied to a thread O-200 champ puzzle in American Champion: Champ, Scout, Etc.

My first year herring spotting we opened the first drum of fuel they had been picked up from the fuel company in Akutan, complete with seals over the...

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03-12-2023, 08:55 PM

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

Most apps have reception from the GPS, which gives lots of interesting data. I am not the tech guru, but I can tell you from experience that when...

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03-11-2023, 02:25 PM

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

I find it annoying that even AOPA has bought into ADSB as the 'be all end all' of traffic avoidance. The unapproved iPad technology with any of...

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