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Today, 03:47 PM

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

A high time C-46 guy told me always thinks “Drive it into the ditch” for aileron use in crosswinds. The “EZ-Flap” thing went sideways when the guy...

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Today, 10:22 AM

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

And this relates to the current discussion how? MTV

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Yesterday, 09:44 PM

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

I don’t like ANYthing that close to my head, helmet or no. MTV

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Yesterday, 09:39 PM

mvivion replied to a thread Good book for those who have time to read in The Art and Science of Flying

I just finished reading Corwin “Corky” Meyer’s recollection of his career as an Experimental Test Pilot for Grumman. For perspective, he started his...

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03-19-2023, 12:20 PM

mvivion replied to a thread Certified vs. Experimental in Cafe Supercub

That’s an easy one: Remember the John Denver accident? Precisely the circumstance, and the family, which inherited a significant fortune, sued the...

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03-19-2023, 09:45 AM

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

Agreed on the rigging issue. Same could be argued for proper landing gear rigging, which may be even more critical. Both MAY be able to be...

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03-18-2023, 10:29 PM

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

There's no way a potential buyer would take my plane out for a flight, regardless of his experience in type. Suppose the guy rolls it up in a...

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03-18-2023, 04:53 PM

mvivion replied to a thread oil cooler in Piper: PA-11 Cub Special (and L-18B)

There is likely nothing wrong with that engine. This is standard on C-90s in PA-11s, at least. As Jerry noted, the blast tube doesn’t do anything...

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03-17-2023, 09:26 PM

mvivion replied to a thread oil cooler in Piper: PA-11 Cub Special (and L-18B)

I have a 90 on my pa11 with oil temp issues has anyone installed a oil cooler?[/ Do you have the blast tube blowing on your oil temp bulb? MTV

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03-17-2023, 08:48 AM

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

Nice, but seems it’d be pretty easy to slip out of those bindings…..particularly after an adult beverage or two….just sayin. MTV

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03-16-2023, 07:49 PM

mvivion 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

But, where's the challenge in that? MTV

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03-16-2023, 04:56 PM

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

Sometimes you really, really need compaction.....up to one's chest in that otherwise. MTV

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03-16-2023, 09:23 AM

mvivion 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

And, do absolutely as much of the installation of systems BEFORE you hang the plane on the floats. Once it's on floats, working on it becomes an...

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03-15-2023, 09:10 AM

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

This conversation speaks directly to one's definition of the term "Survival gear". Here is a definition offered by Wikipedia: "A survival kit...

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03-14-2023, 09:55 PM

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

No doubt, but try getting a badly stuck ski plane unstuck by tramping out a runway with them. MTV

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03-13-2023, 12:57 PM

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

This one went on for the first 150 - 200 hours, then stopped. The gent I spoke with was pretty sure someone left an entire rag in one tank. He said...

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03-13-2023, 12:53 PM

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

I agree. In aerobatic flight, it makes sense to set the altimeter to zero prior to launch so you don't have to do math while thinking about...

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03-13-2023, 08:32 AM

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

Pete, The only access is to remove the access port surrounding the filler neck. Not very close to this, you’ll want a long, thin arm. THE...

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03-12-2023, 05:26 PM

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

If he doesn't fix it, you should. I'm not a mechanic, but I wouldn't let that slide on an inspection. One thing about leaks: They rarely fix...

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03-12-2023, 03:07 PM

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

Before you condemn AOPA for being "Lost" by posting these videos, perhaps you might want to WATCH one or two of them first. These are not Bronco...

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03-12-2023, 09:07 AM

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

For me, it’s difficult to understand the apparent acceptance of overlapping traffic patterns between the airport and Brown’s. I wonder if they’ve...

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03-11-2023, 10:15 PM

mvivion replied to a thread Strut loose at wing fitting. Any fix ? in Super Cub Sick Bay

That is not a part I would want to hear clunk. MTV

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03-11-2023, 04:21 PM

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

That might be an indication of the care/attention that plane has received. Or not. But a fuel leak like that needs to be fixed. MTV

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03-11-2023, 04:17 PM

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

Yes, I’m amazed they haven’t had separation issues in past, with Nordic seaplanes coming and going right under the traffic pattern of Winter Haven. ...

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03-11-2023, 10:26 AM

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

Nope, because not all shops work on all aircraft types, for one thing. And not all mechanics are widely experienced. You’re assuming every mechanic...

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03-11-2023, 09:26 AM

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

It probably hasn’t been addressed, or the mechanic would have cleaned up the fuel stains. As Gary noted on your other thread, ask a mechanic who...

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03-10-2023, 02:09 PM

mvivion replied to a thread Iditarod or bust in Cafe Supercub

Yep, thanks Jeff for the "tour"! MTV

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03-09-2023, 10:57 AM

mvivion replied to a thread Spotting Damage on a Skywagon in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

The absolute best money you'll ever spend on an aircraft is for a good pre-purchase inspection, conducted by an expert on the "breed" of aircraft. ...

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03-09-2023, 10:44 AM

mvivion replied to a thread Plastic ski bottoms in Ski Flying Forum

Over the decades, there have been "coatings" which were promoted as being slick and tough. I've seen these (and had to remove them) from a set of...

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