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Today, 02:23 PM

bob turner replied to a thread 4 or 3 size hose for Brakes?? in Cafe Supercub

You are correct. I am only familiar with Aeroquip. I rarely build these things up. I use them only for engine oil applications - oil pressure...

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Today, 11:31 AM

bob turner replied to a thread Parking Brakes? in Experimental Cubs

I have seen problems with parking brakes on Cubs. Four different aircraft, two different systems - inadvertent brake lock. Only damage so far was a...

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Today, 11:26 AM

bob turner replied to a thread 4 or 3 size hose for Brakes?? in Cafe Supercub

Good idea with the Dremel. I just borrow a mandrel.

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Yesterday, 11:49 AM

bob turner replied to a thread Hydrasorb bungees? in Cafe Supercub

Thanks. I made an adapter yesterday, and will try it. Yes, shock rings can kill you. A local mechanic lost an eye. I shudder when I think of how...

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Yesterday, 12:08 AM

bob turner replied to a thread 4 or 3 size hose for Brakes?? in Cafe Supercub

I think once you deviate from the original you can use anything you want. I am pretty careful to specify what hoses and fittings I use on field...

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11-13-2019, 08:28 PM

bob turner replied to a thread 4 or 3 size hose for Brakes?? in Cafe Supercub

Original was automotive. #4 inverted flare and 1/8" pipe. We have not yet figured out which Plymouth the original flex hoses came off of, but...

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11-12-2019, 10:55 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Hydrasorb bungees? in Cafe Supercub

We have one of those. Looks like it stretches one side at the expense of the other. But do we need HD bungees? oops. Answered my own question...

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11-12-2019, 07:46 PM

bob turner started a thread Hydrasorb bungees? in Cafe Supercub

Seems to me we discussed this, but a search sent me to a thread about footwear. 160 heavy Supercub, always on pavement. Really small tires. 1280s...

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11-08-2019, 07:55 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Tango Cub Brakes in Member Projects in Progress

Robbie Grove has one, and has retained the toe brakes with his master cylinders. Only Tango Cub I ever flew with decent toe brakes. Strongly...

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11-07-2019, 12:31 PM

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

That has to be one of the best looking Super Cubs around. The paint scheme is a delight; the lack of major mods has kept it looking classic, and the...

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11-06-2019, 07:43 PM

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

Yes. They wear out rapidly on pavement. When they started showing cord we shipped them to a guy with a grass strip. He was happy! I am with MTV...

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11-05-2019, 03:00 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Improved aileron control at low speed. Discussion/solutions? in Super Cub Sick Bay

Put an ash bow on there, and keep it stock? Keep its value up? J3s fly just fine in stock configuration with a little horsepower boost. Mine flies...

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11-05-2019, 02:51 PM

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

A grass strip in Kentucky ought to support 6:00x6. If you just want big, the 26” are plenty good for improved grass strips. If you run them on...

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11-03-2019, 01:40 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Extended Leading Edge rib stitching in Tips and Tricks

Wow! Ten years ago! Anybody notice the guy who went from 85 mph cruise to 110 mph with extra tin leading edges the only change? LoPresti should...

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11-02-2019, 04:52 AM

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

Picture? Just in case I ever have to help again? My buddy rented a special tool, and it really didn't work well at all.

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10-31-2019, 01:08 AM

bob turner replied to a thread Metal wing tip bow in Cafe Supercub

Plus 1. They are ash. Try to avoid holes in them, at least at the end of the spars. Metal will transmit those hangar door blows to the parts you...

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10-30-2019, 01:16 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Tips on masking off long straight line down the fuselage?? in Cafe Supercub

Now don't take this photo as any indication of how much oil is always streaked on my airplane. I think this stripe, except for color, is as close to...

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10-30-2019, 11:19 AM

bob turner replied to a thread Tips on masking off long straight line down the fuselage?? in Cafe Supercub

I use the masking tape, with aim marks at the rear window and tail post. I don't think the original was dead straight - I perceive a slight curve.

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10-29-2019, 06:59 PM

bob turner replied to a thread Switch to Magneto Wiring in Cafe Supercub

I wonder if that might cure my faint noise. The 12 volt line to the radio goes up the same post as my P leads. I shall re- route them and see . . .

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