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I would also as noted above, suspect aileron flutter. That happened to one of our 185s, due to ice formed in the back of the aileron. Parked on the...

Thanks, the track just caught my eye, and I couldn't quite get my head around what caused it. Nice looking spot. MTV

A friend has a Zenith that he painted all white, then got vinyl wrap for color add on. His thought was, get bored with the color, new wrap, though I...

Think very carefully, and do some research before considering a helicopter for recreational use in Alaska. Helicopters are prohibited except for...

http://store.cubcrafters.com/Tundra-Tire-850x6-Tire-STC-Only_p_1264.html MTV

Interesting looking tire tracks, Dave.....is that an optical illusion or was there some kathumping going on there? MTV

Oops! Yep, you’re right Gary. Was getting LS gross confused. But, my point is still valid. And, it’s been a couple years now since I owned...

I'm not sure what you're referring to as "The heavy stuff" when it comes to 11s. My 11 weighed around 850. No electrics, handheld comm and portable...

Don't disagree at all. Price: $3100 plus shipping. Like I said: The cheapest thing in an airplane is the pilot. In this case, Me. MTV

Couple of points: Honestly, most PA-11s have a minuscule “legal” useful load. It’s mostly a single seat airplane with gas to go anywhere and a...

That is assuming, of course, that you replace the "standard" battery with an Odyssey or other light weight battery. And, I agree that I wouldn't...

Years ago, we went through a “lightening” program on our heavy Cubs. Lightweight alternators replaced heavy generators (and work better),...

Another vote for Steve's gascolator. Good piece of equipment, and a safety addition as well. MTV

The Husky gear's frailty is the streamline cabanes. They'll bend in rebound if you hit something bumpy, as in on skis. We added a cross tube...

$$$$ Cheapest thing in an airplane is the pilot. But those tires have a place, just not yours, maybe. And, that’s okay. MTV

Outstanding! In this time of COVID this and COVID that, it’s wonderful to see someone open a door to opportunity and fulfilling his dream. Drive...

I've used the Goodyear 26 inch tires on a few planes, including one 185. They are fine, considering what they are. I think sometimes we take...

Dave, it’s a Desser tire: https://www.wagaero.com/desser-850-6-4-ply-aero-classic-smooth-tundra-tire-faa-approved.html MTV

Back in the days before GPS, our maintenance types decided remote electric compasses should be installed in our Cubs. These were mounted well out in...

Indeed, but there's still moisture in the fuel. MTV

I agree that at -35 C that’s probably as good as it gets. I’ve flown Cubs and Huskys both at those kinds of temps, and what you’re reporting was...