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Yesterday, 05:28 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Valdez report in Supercub Gatherings

The only reason an NX can land in a short distance is that you can use max braking with (almost) no risk of a prop strike. The nose wheel offers no...

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05-22-2022, 03:58 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread High Density Altitude Run Up, lean for takeoff in Cafe Supercub

If the surface was suitable for a run up I would lean to my best estimate of peak power mixture, do the run up adjusting mixture for smooth running...

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05-21-2022, 09:04 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread High Density Altitude Run Up, lean for takeoff in Cafe Supercub

The percentage power gain from proper leaning is the difference in power between full rich mixture at that density altitude and peak power mixture at...

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05-20-2022, 07:37 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Log Books in Cafe Supercub

I agree with that philosophy. I keep detailed notes of what I have done to my experimental FX-3. These notes are in a spreadsheet separate from the...

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05-20-2022, 04:11 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread PA-18 Flaps Use Crosswind and/or Gusts in Cafe Supercub

Most who have flown tailwheel for a while will know the argument is futile and will run faster than that grenade can be thrown.

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05-19-2022, 11:58 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread High Density Altitude Run Up, lean for takeoff in Cafe Supercub

I question the validity of using approach, or even cruise, mixture setting for a subsequent high DA takeoff. I lean in cruise far more than I would...

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05-18-2022, 03:29 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Panel Help- AV-30? Other? Nothing? in Cafe Supercub

Did she explain what "follow-on approval" was required before selecting either option?

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05-18-2022, 12:22 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Panel Help- AV-30? Other? Nothing? in Cafe Supercub

It seems to be documented reasonably well in the installation manual. My understanding is that the magnetometer is an optional device internal to...

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05-18-2022, 10:32 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread PPONK 470-50 Question in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

I recently had a long discussion with my IA about the scope of an AD on PA-28 wing spar inspection (2020-24-05). The AD calls out specific...

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05-18-2022, 09:14 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Tool stores LA. in Cafe Supercub

That's why I keep the early "unrepairable" KX-170B that I have. It even has proper all metal tuning knobs instead of the later plastic ones that...

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05-18-2022, 08:48 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Tool stores LA. in Cafe Supercub

Bristol does make hex keys as well. Anyone's hex key with fit anyone else's hex screw but, if it's a Bristol spline screw, the tool choices are more...

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05-18-2022, 07:28 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Tool stores LA. in Cafe Supercub

Bristol spline is very different from Hex and an Allen key is not the proper tool. Bristol spline grub screws are used on some Bendix/King products...

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05-17-2022, 07:37 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Trent Palmer’s Pilot certificate suspended for going around at an off-airport landing site in Cafe Supercub

"91.119 Minimum safe altitudes; general Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may operate an aircraft below the following...

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05-17-2022, 07:19 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread What Type of Harness are folks using? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Doesn't happen with mine. Why can't you tighten the lap strap to prevent that?

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05-15-2022, 02:06 PM

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

Off about 6 am on Saturday to head South to give a flight review. Cool enough to need a light jacket. It was 102 deg F soon after noon. I miss...

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05-15-2022, 10:25 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Prop Indexing in Super Cub Sick Bay

Lycoming Service Instruction SI1098Q seem to show that the indexing reference is number 1 crank pin at 12 o'clock. If the engine stops half way...

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05-15-2022, 09:34 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Prop Indexing in Super Cub Sick Bay

I decoded my prop part number index as "0 and 180 degrees, non-counter bored holes, R flange". Earlier I posted an image of how the prop stopped. ...

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05-15-2022, 08:02 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Prop Indexing in Super Cub Sick Bay

If 9-3 is one available position then 11-5 is possible but not 10-4. 6 bolt mounting only allows rotation in 60 degree (2 hour) increments. Doesn't...

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05-14-2022, 05:13 PM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread What Type of Harness are folks using? in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

CubCafters four point inertia real shoulder harness work fine in my FX-3. I would, perhaps, prefer a 5 point harness but no immediate plans to...

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05-14-2022, 06:30 AM

frequent_flyer replied to a thread Prop Indexing in Super Cub Sick Bay

What is the condition at which this position is measured? Is it where the prop usually stops? I have not attempted to measure mine but I estimate...

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