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I just got news that a friend was killed today, in or around Homer! He was flying a floatplane (Citabria) and hit some wires. Anyone have any info? Laz

I have a new Ipad2 and I want to use it with a moving map display (Alaska). The Foreflight app is really nice, but I'd like to not have a yearly subscription fee. Anyone have a program they like? Thanks, Laz

There was a discussion about prop vibration recently, and I found this link that helps to explain. Sorry I couldn't post it as a link, ain't smart enough:oops: http://www.epi-eng.com/propeller_technology/propeller_vibration_issues.htm

I have a pair of SLN4 mags apart to install the minor repair kit (points, condenser, they both already have the red coils). My question is about the distributor block. I wanted to recoat them as the manual says, but the wax/dielectric material is almost the cost of new blocks. Is there an...

I'm looking to have my newly finished instrument panel powder coated. Any recommendations in the Anchorage area? (i'm in Girdwood) Thanks in advance, Laz

Howdy all, I just disassembled my 0320 A2A narrow deck and dropped the parts of for inspection. Where are the best prices for overhaul parts that you have found? I'll need a cam and lifters, along with the usual stuff. Might need cylinders too. I thought I'd shop at the AK Airmen's show, but...

I am about ready to start building a set of tanks for my 2+2. I like the Dakota 24 gal. tanks and will build something similar. My question is: what is the best way to fasten the inside baffles? I have seen them riveted only (with proseal I assume), riveted with the rivet heads welded, clecoed...

Hi all, How necessary are the nose ribs? I am using the Univair .020-2024 full wrap leading edges (on an experimental) with Dakota type ribs. Seems like it would save a little weight and holes in the spar cap? I think I would still use a couple in the fuel tank area for support while fueling...

I just read a very Small blurb in the paper that 3 people were killed at Scale Composites in California. I think this is Burt Rutans place? It was a nitrous oxide explosion. So far, it's all I know about it. Laz

I am having trouble visualizing how the lycoming tool (plate) is used to separate a narrow deck crank case. The picture in the manual isn't very clear. I was hoping someone might have a picture or two of the process to share? Thanks, Laz

I'm starting on my wings for the 2+2 using PA18 drawings, and want to reinforce the spars like the Pawnee or Dakota Wing. I want the gross to be 2200 lbs. Can anyone give me suggestions as to material, size and rivet spacing? Should I do both front and rear spars or is the rear spar the weak...

I'm in the process of gathering materials for die spring gear for my 2+2 project, and I started thinking ( stopped the project cold). I have a good plan (thanks to Tim) but started wondering about how much travel is necessary. The 6" long springs will coil bind in less than 2" which doesn't seem...

Can someone point me in the right direction to find the 7/8" X .035 aluminum tube for making compression struts? The only tube I can find is square with sharp corners. Thanks, Laz

I am about to install my metal interior before I cover the fuselage. I am a little worried that there "might" be more noise than I would like, (even with Atlee's 3" gutted muffler and ANR headphones). Has anyone had any luck with some kind of sound deadening insulation? My side panels and...

Hi everyone, I've been pondering the best way to attach the boot cowl and associated sheet metal, also skylight, interior metal, fairings ,etc.. My thought is to use nutplates everywhere, but riveting in and around the 3/8"channel seem fraught with danger! I could tack weld the plates in some...

Can anyone point me to a drawing or picture (s) of a Round Filter airbox for the 0320 ? I can only find the square filter kind. Thanks, Laz

I'm about to install a set of float fittings on a 2+2 and have some questions. I've built a weld- on set from the Northland CD, but haven't decided on what to do for the cross brace tabs(wires)? I've seen two styles of tabs on 18s and Pa12s. The single ear tab as on the CD and a "two ear" tab...

The drawings of the 2+2 experimental (PA 14 knockoff)I'm working on quit at the firewall (it says buy our mount). But since this is for fun and education, and I have just bought a new bottle of argon? I was over at Stoddards today and noticed a PA 12 mount will bolt up alright. What is the...

I'm looking for a source of aluminum seat track extrusions, like a cessna only better! I've seen some nice wide ones that were nice, but can't seem to find them in the catalogs. Can someone steer me in the right direction? Many thanks, Laz

I am building a Wag Aero 2+2 . I have read some bits and pieces here on the angle of incidence. Are there any opinions as to how it relates to performance? I'm not even sure how to check what the angle is! I have a smart level, but I'm not sure what to referance off on the fuselage. I have...