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So good to be back on floats!


Airplane is going strong with the amphibs added weight.

Still have not try my 10’ PortaBote on the spreader bar.


500 lbs, 55 deg, 1000asl, little wind...

Why would you need your welds inspected??

You have to deal with md-ra for your project, not transport Canada.

https://www.md-ra.com/

Why do we see most of the loads on the float rigging rather then on the floats spreader bars? Any inconvenience?

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A little faster on floats, but About 85mph @ 2450rpm on wheels, skis or floats.

I think the slats and Catto 86x36 prop are not helping me going fast…

Mine has 61 gal, so I’m in for a long ride…

But I would really like to know what easy mod would make a 320 to 200hp?

I have install the little “gear reminder” mp3 player I have posted earlier. Very easy to setup. Works good with my flap handle.

I now have about 15 hrs on the floats. Brakes are strong for runway...

I would like to know if my 360 can be modified has easily? What mod are you talking about?

Thanks for sharing

I'm still convince a audio "Check Gear- Check Gear" friendly reminder would be helpful for me.

I always use 35* or more flaps on landings and takeoffs. My Flightcom IISX 2-Place Portable Intercom...

I was thinking a simple "Check Gear" audio reminder would not hurt?

From now on I will do the routine stated above. Thanks



Floats are equipped with gear indicators on the floats. I also...

Second flight today. Did only airport landings to re-learn small tires operation. Everything went great.

I'm not experience in airport pattern and radio calls.

Beautiful day here, half...

First self taught amphib flight today: 2 runway landings and 4 water landings. 350lbs on board

That Red plane looks to perform better than my last 180hp exp SuperCub on straight floats , ...

I don't have any..

I would compute average amperage draw and see if 7amps @ 2450rpm is enough, but I doubt in your case.

I run the small B&C 8amps rear alternator with an EarthX battery. Both going strong for 7+ years.

I don't know why would I install a stronger alternator, 8 amps is more than enough.

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I use those for almost 10 years. Very good quality.

https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productselection.asp?Product=3



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I remember seeing a youtube video where a SuperCub guy broke a landing gear on a similar spot.

It was an awesome video, but can't compare to a 600' building top helipad landing, for what I...

Droping his left wing that hard on purpose on top of this building???? Suspension could have failed or worse...




But my friend with his J3 says you must be right..... hahahah!!!

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Hahahha! I respect old grumpy mechanics and I don't drink RedBull.. But you can't denie this accomplishment. Those guys make the "big deal" happen...



First attempt looked like an almost...

A Patey Nitrous boosted sponsored Carbon Cub landing on a Dubai 80 foot long skyscraper top helipad is not a "big deal" for you?

Incredible! That first try was terrifying! He almost crashed!!

Bushwheel tire and Acme shock helped to save the day..

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-brmk1ua1g

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From another member here

Carbureted stock O-360 C4P

I've had a Slick magneto failure.

So I bought 2 EMags. I love the cheap auto plugs, engine is very easy to fire, did not notice any fuel burn change but I...

I still have a regular leaf spring on mine, going strong and flawless.



T3 seems to have a similar problem a couple of years ago. Have they solved it?


https://youtu.be/YOyXBiogqY4

Mine was in 2019. Maybe they stop making it for a 360 ??

When did you ask?

I've been quote from them for one electric hub for my O-360 but I've lost the email ... It was expensive and heavy for me at that time. Decide to go another route. ...

A dozen years ago, right after my first solo float flying my 180hp SuperCub, same day, my instructor made me fly is Cessna 172 floatplane equipped with a 0-300. 2 persons, fuel gas, no baggage,...