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Today, 12:39 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread O-200 been sitting a while. Opinions? in Cafe Supercub

Put an oil filter adapter on if there isn’t one and go fly!

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Yesterday, 06:57 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread PA12 180hp. FLY RIGHT NOW!!! in Airplanes

Is that O340 STC or did you go experimental?

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Yesterday, 05:51 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Charlie’s Super Cub project in Member Projects in Progress

Someone thought this was a good idea on a Super Cub....

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Yesterday, 04:47 PM

Charlie Longley started a thread Charlie’s Super Cub project in Member Projects in Progress

I guess you have to start somewhere!

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01-19-2020, 05:25 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

I am going to try and keep the weight down.

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01-19-2020, 04:52 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

i am leaning towards doing that in my SC project.

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01-19-2020, 12:38 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

Did you do that with a log book entry Tom?

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01-18-2020, 10:13 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

This got me thinking. Are there many Super Cubs with a second set of landing lights in the right wing? Maybe set up to wig-wag?

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01-17-2020, 09:47 PM

algonquin started a thread LW 2500 skis in Parts and Pieces

For sale a pair of LW2500 skis rigged for a SuperCub with axles inserts for 1 1/4” axles. They are in excellent condition and are stored in upstate...

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01-17-2020, 04:13 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

Bueno....

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01-16-2020, 09:00 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

No luck involved for me. It’s a clients airplane.

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01-16-2020, 05:18 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

New spar going in.

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01-14-2020, 04:05 PM

algonquin replied to a thread Tool Advice in Cafe Supercub

There is also a small problem using non aviation designed sockets that don’t have a means to retain the plug,(magnet or clip), when that plug falls...

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01-14-2020, 02:57 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

That's where it's at in the Pawnee. Different air filter of course.

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01-13-2020, 10:04 PM

algonquin replied to a thread Tool Advice in Cafe Supercub

I have a SnapOn socket, 6 point, 7/8”, S6106KA,3/8” drive. It has a snap ring to retain the plug. Wait for it.... $93.00 off the truck! I was...

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01-13-2020, 09:58 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread SuperCub.Org Branded Phone/Tablet Apps Slowly Going Away in Website Q & A

I fear change....;)

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01-11-2020, 10:28 AM

Charlie Longley started a thread CubCrafters 3X3 gear in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

Does anyone have a review on the CubCrafters 3X3 gear on a certified PA-18?

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01-10-2020, 11:58 PM

Charlie Longley started a thread Landing lights in the gear in All Things Electrical

I see a lot of cubs with landing lights in the gear. What’s the sign off on certified airplanes?

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01-10-2020, 10:25 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread O-320-E2D in a Piper PA-18 in Cafe Supercub

I doubt it. But I am curious how it was modified. It would take a different case which I suppose is possible since the data plate is on the sump.

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01-10-2020, 09:50 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread O-320-E2D in a Piper PA-18 in Cafe Supercub

Here’s an excellent thread on the subject- https://www.supercub.org/forum/showthread.php?32403-160-HP-Paperwork-problem-Help!

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01-10-2020, 09:43 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread O-320-E2D in a Piper PA-18 in Cafe Supercub

Dynafocal mount right? Probably out of a 172. I am not sure if there’s an STC. He’ll have to change the motor mount if so.

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01-09-2020, 04:56 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

It actually wasn't that bad. I used the old spar and metal fittings as a guide. The two most usefull tools was a $40 drill jig and a small battery...

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01-09-2020, 10:48 AM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

That’s not possible on a J-3. The leading edge has to come off.

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01-08-2020, 10:05 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

Haven’t done it yet but that’s my plan. I took the spar out in three pieces.

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01-08-2020, 03:23 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Cracked spar in Piper: J-3 Cub (and L-4)

Nothing but the finest Prime Rib of wood used in my hangar!

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01-07-2020, 10:01 PM

algonquin replied to a thread Rodent prevention in Cessna: C180/C182/C185

The bait we have been using for years is peanut butter chips super glued to the plan on the traps. We bought a bag and keep it in the freezer, last...

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01-06-2020, 11:28 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread PA-18 Values in Piper: PA-18 Super Cub (and L18C & L21)

I’ve been looking at PA18-150’s lately. (The only one I would consider) Ready to go like you want they’re between 80-120K depending on condition....

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01-06-2020, 08:34 PM

Charlie Longley replied to a thread Urine colored fuel in Super Cub Sick Bay

Quit peeing in the fuel Tom! ;)

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