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Today, 06:50 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Flap handle STC? in Cafe Supercub

Is he experimental?

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Yesterday, 08:19 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Lycoming Engine Isolator Bushings/Washers in Cafe Supercub

The washer is a Lycoming part STD-619. They are reusable. Don't want to compete against experimentals in my certified Super Cub. Went up and...

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Yesterday, 07:49 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Lycoming Engine Isolator Bushings/Washers in Cafe Supercub

Google search "engine mount bushings site:supercub.org" Spruce carries Lycoming bushing. ...

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Yesterday, 07:40 AM

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

I have done quite a few pre-purchase inspections where I flew the airplane. There are a lot of nice looking airplanes out there that pass a pre-buy...

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Yesterday, 07:34 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread New brake lines in Modifications

I make my own brake lines using Aeroquip fittings and Teflon hose from Summit Racing. Fittings https://www.summitracing.com/parts/AER-FBM1100 Hose...

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03-19-2023, 03:21 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Certified vs. Experimental in Cafe Supercub

I see way higher insurance rates on experimentals vs virtually the same certified aircraft with same hull values.

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03-19-2023, 01:50 PM

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

Go fly an SQ and fly an FX3. One flies very slow and one flies pretty slow but has lots of finesse and is a really nice flying airplane. They both...

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03-19-2023, 01:39 PM

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

I like doing dumb stuff. Over time I have gotten better at it. Don't really do it for others, I just like the rush I get from doing it. My Mom thinks...

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03-16-2023, 06:57 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Pa18 Trim in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

You didn't know Lee Budde back then. Guess I don't know why you would blame Airframes for something Lee didn't keep track of. I would put a jackscrew...

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03-15-2023, 12:15 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread PA-12 restoration started in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

I add the "X" in the tail and list it on my 337 with all the other welding I did on the fuselage per AC 43.13 as repairs and per the STC's.

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03-15-2023, 10:07 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Trailer length required to trailer a J3? in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

It is 17' from the center of the main tire to the center of the tailwheel in a 3 pt. attitude

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03-15-2023, 07:03 AM

SJ replied to a thread How about an aed? in Cafe Supercub

True, but pretty much all AEDs now walk you through exactly how to use them. They are set up for novices. Most talk to you. sj

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03-15-2023, 06:56 AM

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

Two friends of mine went over and assembled the airplane. They had a blast. I would have loved to been in on that. The red tape was thick.

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03-14-2023, 03:52 PM

FdxLou replied to a thread Winifred & Johnson Creek in Supercub Gatherings

Johnson Creek Fly In is June 15 thru 18. Although we have "reserved" the dates with IDT, this year we are doing things a bit different. 1....

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03-14-2023, 08:51 AM

SJ started a thread A Great Friend of the New Holstein Fly In Goes West in Supercub Gatherings

Many of you have flown over the red barn just south of the camping area at New Holstein. Deloris Klienhans lived there for many years and would...

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03-14-2023, 07:45 AM

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

Be sure to go to the link and check out the video… fun!

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03-14-2023, 07:38 AM

SJ started a thread Carbon Cub Lands on Heli Pad in Dubai in In The News

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — (3/14/22) — CubCrafters, in collaboration with Red Bull and extreme sports promotor XDubai, has achieved an...

64 replies | 3673 view(s)

03-14-2023, 07:06 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Pa18 Trim in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

I have flown some of those fuselages built in 2000 and had no issues with trim. First I have heard of this one that I can remember which seems to be...

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03-13-2023, 07:52 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Pa18 Trim in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

I don't remember that issue, only the wing incidence being off. The Smith Cubs had the tail angles inverted.

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03-13-2023, 07:50 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Certified vs. Experimental in Cafe Supercub

How does insurance compare between two equally valued Super Cubs, experimental VGs certified.

20 replies | 1498 view(s)

03-13-2023, 01:09 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Rudder service bulletin 1379 2nd December 2022 in Super Cub Sick Bay

The NTSB found 5 occurrences, 3 PA12, 1 PA14 and 1 PA18. the FAA has found 12 occurrences. Not sure what all models they were on. Bottom line is all...

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03-13-2023, 01:05 PM

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

I fly with a group of guys every Sunday morning, sometimes there is two of us and can be as many as 8. We bar hop up and down the Brazos River...

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03-13-2023, 11:44 AM

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

This is something that a lot of people don't seem to get. You don't have to stare at an iPad! All of the apps (and panel mount stuff) will give you...

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03-13-2023, 06:56 AM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread PA-12 restoration started in Piper: PA-12 Super Cruiser

I would look at the door frames IAW this Piper Service Bulletin. https://resources.univair.com/docs/sb-819-piper-fuselage-door-frame-tube-corrosion...

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03-13-2023, 05:20 AM

SJ replied to a thread Winifred & Johnson Creek in Supercub Gatherings

Winifred dates are above, Johnson Creek is historically on Father’s Day weekend which is the weekend prior to the Winifred/Breaks fly in. Sj

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03-12-2023, 03:15 PM

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

Watch the video Peter, I think Richard did an excellent job as he did on the B17/P63 mid air. I am really surprised at some of the comments here....

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03-12-2023, 09:06 AM

SJ replied to a thread how many lbs of static thrust do you get? in Tips and Tricks

:lol:

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03-11-2023, 06:05 PM

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

We’ve debated adsb ad nauseam. No need to rehash that on this thread. sj

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03-11-2023, 05:37 PM

Steve Pierce replied to a thread Possible Rudder Airworthiness Directive in Take Action Jackson

A short section of tubing could be used. 3/4" x .035" wall weighs .2673 lbs per foot and the rudder is a tad over 4 feet long so your gain is 1 lb....

14 replies | 1499 view(s)

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