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  1. marksires added a post in a topic Flight Instructor via Hours amassed in Type   

    Did the same person suggest some snipe would be good for dinner, and it'd be great if you'd go hunt some?
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  2. LSaupe added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Thanks for posting Jim.I know the mains matched the uncorrected chart (shown at 165 here, I was guessing when I posted last night, might have crossed my 65 with a 55 in my mind with the idle jets).  Will verify that though.   Gonna try a new EGT gauge and sender system this AM.  
    I had my GSC at 13.5 degrees and things were marginal (low performance and high EGT, just under 1250).  I have it set at 12.5 degrees now and have better performance and crazy EGT's.  I am kinda leading towards the gauge and prop now.  
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  3. efil 01 added a post in a topic turtle deck   

    yes it is marine plywood about 2,5 mm, i gluted it with P U and done some wood reinforcements under the floor, the cool thing with wood is that you can easily manage sandows inside to catch bagages and tools
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  4. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Here are the charts from my CPS catalog.  Jim Chuk


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  5. EDMO added a post in a topic Paint over existing Paint?   

    BTW - I like your OD paint...It's like a tribute to those old pilots who kept us safe...
    EDMO
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  6. EDMO added a post in a topic Lift Strut Threaded Rod Ends   

    So, here I am, a $$ short, and too late to help again - Just got some KF3 struts with 4 rod ends and one little dent in one tube - oh well...They would be too long for your KF1 anyway.
    EDMO
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  7. EDMO added a post in a topic Flight Instructor via Hours amassed in Type   

    I believe our C5Engineer has been making some plans to be a CFI - Maybe he has the requirements?
    EDMO
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  8. EDMO added a post in a topic Paint over existing Paint?   

    I believe the one plane that stands out in my memory as the easiest to see in the air was a solid black MU2 - It had a thin red stripe, but you had to get close to see that.   Dark planes can get a lot hotter than light-colored ones.   Red or Orange planes are easier to see in the snow, but you don't have any.  I guess a book could be written on paint colors?
    Paint adds weight.   I would do the minimum amount I could live with, like adding Red, Orange, or Yellow tips and rudder.  I would not use latex, because it is real labor-intensive to get a good shine, and I don't think it will stay bright for as long, but "whatever works"!
    EDMO 
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  9. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Standard main jet for a duel carb 582 should be a 165.  Jim Chuk
    PS I'll scan the chart for jetting after Orielly is over
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  10. dholly added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Hmm, reading this makes me think I had my GSC set at 13*. Can't be certain without the log though, sorry.
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  11. TJay added a post in a topic Lift Strut Threaded Rod Ends   

    Thanks guys with all this Info tonight I ordered all the material that I need to make new struts.
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  12. C5Engineer added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Prop pitch plays a huge role in egts. I can't believe how much I can change mine with my Ivo IFA. 
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  13. LSaupe added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    CHT's seem to stay rather constant, around 250F.
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  14. LSaupe added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    Bing Spec is referring to the Bing manual baseline call out for the 582 (i.e. how they are originally calibrated, without changes for density altitude)).  Mains are 155 (I think, book is still up at the airport) Gauges are Westac, as supplied by Kitfox.  We are operating at 1,000 ft AGL.  Will be installing a new EGT system in the AM (probes and indicator).  Been doing some digging just now and it appears the GSC prop might be a player here (not the best loading profile over the rpm range, especially if not loaded enough). Others with GSC have seen the same 1300-1400 indications. Underloads the prop too much at less than full power.
    EGT's were on the high side with blade angle set at 13.5 degrees.  We dropped it to 12.5 degrees (as recommended by GSC) as the static and climb RPM were a bit low at 13.5 degrees (5,700 and 6,000 respectively). EGT's did go up a bit with that change (now 6200 and 6500 respectively).
    We have several 582's flying in our chapter and none are like this, all have the same getting and climb RPM.  None with GSC however.  They are using Warp, Ivo and Powerfin.
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  15. akflyer added a post in a topic Flight Instructor via Hours amassed in Type   

    No you can't do it on hours alone.
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  16. C5Engineer added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    What do you mean per Bing Spec? There's a pretty extensive chart for jetting depending on altitude. What are you running for main jets? What are you using for probes and an EGT gauge? If you were truly at 1400 degrees you'd probably be writing to ask about rebuild options. Not a whole lot you can do for a whacked indication I'd pull the probes out of the manifold and double check all your wiring. If that's all good not sure what else there is to do except get a new set of probes and a quality gauge like a Westach.
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  17. Knuckledragger added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    I would have expected the plugs to show lean.  Is it possible the gauge is off?  How does the CHT look when running 1400 EGT for a bit?  With everything else being normal, I might try a new gauge.  I didn't call out the sensors because both of them are supplying the same high reading (both wrong by the same amount).
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  18. Knuckledragger added a topic in Technical tasks   

    Paint over existing Paint?
    My plane came with an Army Air Core-esque paint job featuring olive drab.   I saw enough olive drab while on active duty to last a lifetime despite being a Sailor.
    Would I be adding a significant amount of weight by painting over what I have?  Is there a preferred way to do this besides recovering the plane?  I'll probably keep it simple and use water based latex acrylic, which seem like it sticks to just about anything.
    Also, is there any problems with painting the majority of the plane black?  There would be contrasting accent colors to make it stand out against the sky and ground.
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  19. dynomike added a post in a topic Screaming HIGH EGT's 582   

    I would think indication as well ,plugs are the definitive I believe 
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  20. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Economical Application of 2-Part Paints   

    ...and kill you with the iscocionates. 
    Im with FoxDB. Get a pint of poly tone and a cheap touch up gun. Done. 
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  21. Knuckledragger added a post in a topic tail wheel   

    I fly strictly for fun. :D  I agree on the spin training needing to be part of the regular curriculum.  Its early on my list, even though I've passed the checkride, I still feel like im a student of the art.  I want to be safe and capable. With all the reading I've been doing, I can't help feel like I've barely scratched the surface and the license issued is a just permission to go learn how to be an aviator.
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  22. LSaupe added a topic in Two Strokes   

    Screaming HIGH EGT's 582
    Just putting a 582 in Service and am getting some screamin high EGT's, predominantly 4500 to 5500, however the numbers are higher than anticipated across the board.
    582 with 2.62 C box and GSC 3 blade turing 6500 at full power at 55 MPH (as a setting). 6,200 static on the ground.
    EGT's run 1300-1400 at mid range though do pull down to 1200 at full power.  Still way too high.
    All items are new, including carb boots and engine seals.
    Needle is in the richest position.  All needles, needle jets, main jets and pilot jets are per Bing spec for the 582.
    OAT at 50F.
    Any thoughts?  Plugs look good and engine runs fine.  Kinda thinking (and hoping) that it is an indication issue?
    Larry
     
     
     
     
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  23. EDMO added a post in a topic Economical Application of 2-Part Paints   

    Then, what are you going to use for a finish coat that matches his polyu ?  I thought Doug was trying to get away from messy chemical cleanup and high cost of a gallon of polyu - That's why I suggested a small lot of Stewarts with water cleanup and they can probably match his colors.
    EDMO
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  24. FoxDB added a post in a topic Economical Application of 2-Part Paints   

    Im sorry but for that price I would buy 2 Part Epoxy and use a Harbor Freight Touch up gun. I have used it a few times with the Epoxy and it works well.
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kirker-Enduro-Prime-Epoxy-Primer-Catalyst-1-Quart-EPC611QT-/131544534641?hash=item1ea0aa4e71:g:6yUAAOSw3ydVjY5f&item=131544534641&vxp=mtr
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  25. FoxDB added a post in a topic turtle deck   

    Efi,
    I like your baggage area. Did you build from Plywood? I put one in the same location but after the plane was finished so it does not look as nice as yours and is built of Lexan.
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