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NunavutPA-12 replied to a thread Ski Springs in Cafe Supercub

Most folks are running the part number 2097 silver springs on aircraft of your gross weight the springs are 16 ½” long . The 2127 gold springs are...

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11-17-2019, 10:49 AM

NunavutPA-12 started a thread Ski Springs in Cafe Supercub

I asked the Datum Ski guy in Quebec to send me a couple of springs to replace the bungees. That was a couple of years ago, and he sent me a pair of...

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11-16-2019, 10:34 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Prospective buyer seeking input on PA-12 value. in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Well here is the sorta performance one may expect from a light 12 with no flaps , standard gear. Just the 0320 and a short prop. Quite alot of...

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11-16-2019, 12:26 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Trim Assembly Overhaul Time in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

JD, Great choice. I believe their jack screw is a finerpitch thread than the original "Cast" yoke has. So it is going to be smoother. The Dakota...

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11-16-2019, 12:12 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Prospective buyer seeking input on PA-12 value. in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

Well a 90hp Cub Special would of course be a dream to fly because of the near perfect balance they have. I think the balance of a stock 12 thats...

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11-16-2019, 08:59 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Prospective buyer seeking input on PA-12 value. in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

StewB, Although a 12 with an 0320 with an 18 tail may 'not apeal to you' as anything but a 'project' is fine. However probably nothing but a...

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11-12-2019, 11:51 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Prospective buyer seeking input on PA-12 value. in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

If you get a good lite one that does NOT have corrosion issues in the fuselarge they can be ALOT of airplane for the money. If you get caught in one...

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11-12-2019, 11:24 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Parts buying scam in Take Action Jackson

We got mixed up in a bad deal last year with a kid from NH on a set of 2500 AirGlass skis. He posted em on Facebook for $800. They were in minty...

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11-12-2019, 10:55 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Prospective buyer seeking input on PA-12 value. in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

The 12 you were considering is waaaay over priced. There have been some very nice 12s sold in the last 2 years in the $40k range that were...

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11-10-2019, 08:35 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread O540 in a Super Cub in Modifications

https://youtu.be/ZD1oz_3GaW8 Watch this 300hp one fly..... Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-09-2019, 11:12 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Fuel Flow Indication Abnormality in Tips and Tricks

Steve, I have same set up you do. This system is down again for the fifth transducer........... Have no idea why last one went on in August lasted...

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11-09-2019, 03:09 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Extended upper leading edge skins in Cafe Supercub

I am with Greg on this one, regardless of physics theorys, most of the doggyest Cubs I have flown over the years had one single factor ( besides...

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11-09-2019, 01:34 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Trim Assembly Overhaul Time in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

98% of the time a single cable trim is slipping , its the pulleys . One or both has its V grooves worn down to the bottom .......... They are now U...

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11-09-2019, 12:20 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread NE Summer Fun in Supercub Gatherings

Peter, Your spot on about the floatplanes, they always require LOTS of attention. Last week it was 60kt gusts for 2 days. This week its freezing...

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11-08-2019, 05:44 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread NE Summer Fun in Supercub Gatherings

Hang in there Glen, my Cruiser has 5" on it tonite. But soposed to be in 40s here Sunday. Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-07-2019, 07:59 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Need advice choosing tire size. in Tips and Tricks

Big difference between a tire that is inflated low preasure vs high preasure. You cant really compare 26" Goodyears to 26" Airstreaks they are two...

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11-07-2019, 07:23 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Non-TSO UHF marine radio installation? in Modifications

Lol. When we fishspotted in the 90's I had 7 antennas on the top of my plane. Besides the airband and elt antennas. We had radios for 2meters,...

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11-04-2019, 03:38 PM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread removing shock cords from PA-12 in Tips and Tricks

Perry for real low doors we can do this! LoL Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-03-2019, 05:15 PM

NunavutPA-12 replied to a thread removing floats and fitting wheels. in Tips and Tricks

I have to work alone and outside. With a spreader bar (just a chunk of 2 x 4 between the straps) I lift from the engine mounts with a chain hoist to...

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11-03-2019, 10:13 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread TrickAir vs Summit skis on CCEX in Modifications

Ooooops wrong thread, soposed to have gone under: "Wave of the Future in Ski Flying:" LoL. Sent from my LM-X210 using SuperCub.Org mobile app

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11-03-2019, 09:55 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread FS: Federal A2000 skis with plastic bottoms. $1200. in Parts and Pieces

Even if bottoms need redone , those skis look like very good value for $ 1200 bucks, with new rigging! Bet they go quickly. Good Deal. Sent from...

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11-03-2019, 09:51 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Non-TSO UHF marine radio installation? in Modifications

MSS, Just a general question here. Not ment to be coy, but what makes you feel the " marine band" is located in the UHF spectrum ???? For what...

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11-03-2019, 03:25 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread removing shock cords from PA-12 in Tips and Tricks

Well this is either a massive load??? Or what a Cruiser looks like with only ONE bungee on each side...... Do NOT try this at home! Lol. Sent...

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11-03-2019, 02:50 AM

TurboBeaver replied to a thread Paint Schemes in Cafe Supercub

Ron is actually a great old guy, still flys every summer in Alaska. Probably pushing 40,000 hours of Alaska bush time. Undoubtedly one of the most...

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11-01-2019, 04:44 AM

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

L18C. What the Sedan really is an unusual underestimated STOL airplane. The wing is huge with ALOT of lift. The original engine is not enough...

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