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Looking for some info on brake cylinders on a PA-18-150 with 8.00 tires. Was looking at the direct univair replacement but see Dakota cub has a high pressure version. Would this be too much pressure for the smaller wheels? Any other solutions to look at?

Nearing completion of a PA-18-150 rebuild and looking at exhaust upgrades. I am leaning towards the Sutton exhaust but thought I'd ask for advice. I like the lighter weight if the Sutton and they report better heat in the cabin. Any comments or suggestions?

I have a question for all the welders on here. There's a frame nearby that the welder brazed in a few spots the 3/8" channel to the 4130 tubing. I've since found out that brazing & 4130 do not mix. What is the severity of the outcome? I've heard everything from its bad practice to the tubing...

This may be a tough one to find out but maybe someone has the numbers out there. Does anyone have data for how much a bare J5 Cub frame weighed leaving Piper?

Just starting a J5 project and I have a limited knowledge of the J5. I'm looking for any pics out there from anyone who owns one or has rebuilt one. Particular the fuselage. Interior, exterior, pretty much anything. You can post here or email to geoff@tailwindaviation.ca. Thanks,

Rebuilding a 1955 Supercub and I've just noticed there isn't a landing/taxi light installed in the wing. Can anyone point me in the direction for finding paperwork, info and details for how to put lights in the wing? Thanks

I've just acquired a J5 project with no logbooks, so we're going amateur built. I'm not very familiar with the J5 so I am throwing out the question of what mods or upgrades should I do? At the moment I am thinking either a new O-200 or Lycoming O-233 for an engine. I want to go with the J3...

Nearing the fabric stage and have been reading about polyfiber, superflite and ceconite/randolph. First time doing fabric work so looking for who has a favourite system? Any info on the longevity of one over the other? Pro's & cons. Thanks

I've been looking for a way to install the PTT push button on top of my front and aft sticks. Its a certified stock PA18 with the threaded knob on top of the stick. Anyone have any ideas or directions? Or where are the common places for putting the PTT? Thanks

I'm rebuilding a PA18 and will go with the cubcrafters 3x3 gear with 8.50x6 tires. I currently have the orginal stock brake cylinders but am wondering if I should upgrade? Steve's or others. I've been told that without the bushwheels is best to go with the original brakes as opposed to the...

Just looking for some ideas for where guys that have done the Atlee battery mod to move it under the front seat have located the battery ground? I was thinking of the left hand aft seat leg attaching point but its on a #10 hole. Any ideas or pics would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

I'm getting to the stage where I will be putting fabric on my PA18. It seems there are a lot of opinions out there on fabric covering options. I thought I would check here and see who favors what method and why? Thanks

Hello All, I am looking at going with AOSS over the custom units. Anyone have any feedback on the AOSS system? Good or bad. What is the weight savings? Thanks

Hello All, I'm looking for some info on the additional brace that some put in from the lower engine mount point and runs back to the door post area. First off what is the tubing diameter and thickness used? Secondly does anyone know if this mod is called up in STC paperwork for the PA18...

Hi guys, Does anyone have a drawing for the PA18 boot cowl? My original is pretty far gone and it would be great if I had something to reference. Thanks,

I'm looking for some info for what's involved with upgrading the smaller sized certified super cubs to the 150hp? Its a certified airplane so is there an STC? Thanks

I'm looking for opinions on exterior lighting for a certified PA18. What are the favored options for LED landing lights. wing mounted? Position lights? I am thinking of adding the strobe to the top of the tail as well. Who has put in what? Thanks,

Good Day,I am looking for some input on shoulder harness tabs and shoulder harnesses. Its for a PA18 certified. I've seen the Atlee Dodge and the Airframes Alaska. Are there any others to consider? Any pics of installation would be greatly appreciated.What are the favorites out there for...

I'm looking for some feedback on the pro's and cons of the battery box location. I am considering three options, leaving it where it is in the aft fuse, moving it under the pilot seat, or moving it to the boot cowl. This is for a certified PA18-150. I like the under seat mod but have concerns...

I'm looking to go with aluminum stringers instead of the old ones I removed from my Supercub project. Just wondering if I can get some info on where is a good place to buy them and if there is any install hassles some have had? Thanks