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  1. marksires added a post in a topic Osh tickets are booked!   

    I plan to be there the whole week, but that may change based on client needs.  I'll be in the campground with a house that follows my Black Ram 2500 Longhorn around sometimes.......  Hope to see you there!
    Mark
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  2. C5Engineer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Osh tickets are booked!
    Booked my commercial tickets to Wisconsin yesterday! Pretty excited that I am finally going. Staying for 9 days. Hopefully will get to meet some of you guys.
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  3. Av8r_Sed added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    Taper tip, or square?  The square tips are known to have a pretty high moment, especially if they have the metal leading edge.  I believe that's why the taper tips exist.
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  4. cowlove added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    That's a Warp Drive 70".  I don't know how it compares to other props, but that's an idea worth looking at.  
     
    J
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  5. Av8r_Sed added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    What prop are you using?  The thumbnail looks like a three blade of some type.  I'm wondering if it has a high moment of inertia, making your situation difficult.
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  6. akflyer added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    You can't use the clutch with the e gear box. I don't have any other answers for you. I used sleeve retainer on mine when I put it back together and so far no slipping.


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  7. jerrytex added a post in a topic MGL E-1 EMS setup   

    I see you figured out where to hook it up. Here are some screenshots of how mine is set. Will give a starting point.
     
     
     
     










     
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  8. dholly added a post in a topic MGL E-1 EMS setup   

    Thanks Paul, I'm thinking I may have set the spans too wide. Also not sure whether to set OP low alarm at 15psi (min OP at startup per Rotax manual) or 22psi (min OP during normal ops). And another question arises regarding max OT. The Rotax manual specifies a normal oil temperature range of 190-230 deg F. For short periods, the temperature may go as high as 285 deg F with synthetic oil. Since I use SportPlus 4, was thinking 120*F for low alarm (min OT for take off) and something between 230 and 285, say 260 or so?
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  9. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    Here are the two pages from my manual that deal with the friction cone and the large gear.   The info is at the bottom of the pages. Jim Chuk


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  10. wypaul added a post in a topic MGL E-1 EMS setup   

    I don't recall off hand were I set the values for my 912 but I will take a look next time I get to the hangar. 
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  11. EDMO added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    Russ,
        You have my sympathies and understanding - old neck injuries and torn right rotary cuff make me hurt every wake-up - neither specialist says that they can do anything - just have to bear with it for old age - not giving up yet, but the day may come.
    Hoping for your recovery.
    EdMO
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  12. dholly added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids   

    24 hrs of air traffic movement in U.S. and Europe
    I always found the visualizations of air-traffic movement interesting.

    This one shows U.S. air traffic and is cool because it includes the grounding of all planes on 9/11/11.



    Here's a recent one with very cool graphics showing 24hrs or European air traffic. Interesting to see the orderly corridors between continents.



    Enjoy!
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  13. dholly added a post in a topic Rotax 912UL - REVISED Service Bulletin SB-912-063 UL Revision 2   

    For those who have complied with this SB, you know the new style 893110 fuel pumps include a new drain line nipple.

    I'm curious to see exactly how folks have routed this drain line (got pics?) and if they have experienced any fuel drainage?

    Rotax SB-912-063 R1 HERE says:

    3.6.3) Check drain line
    NOTE: A slight leakage on the drain line can be attributed to a slight "sweating" and not considered to be a issue. For a period of 1 minute after the engine has been stopped, no liquid must drip down. In case of uncertainty determine the oil amount. The maximum leakage is 0.5 ml for a 20 min engine run..

    Also, the new fuel pump mounting hex nuts require tightening torque 15 Nm (133 in.lb), but you can't get a standard socket straight on them. Not sure a crows foot would work very well either. Anyone have a suggestion or source for a 11mm torque wrench extension? Don't need a $200 set!


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  14. dholly added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    Just a FYI... I know this plane well and I am confident the buyer of this package is getting a good deal and will be pleased with their purchase. I would note, while not specifically mentioned in the B.S. ad, this plane does already have ethanol proof poly wing tanks installed.

    Despite all the ball busting that goes on between us, I also have the highest regard for Russ' capabilities as builder. He was a long time pilot and (multiple) aircraft owner long before building his Avid, and I have valued his input and expertise every time he stopped in to lend me a hand (not to mention a couple long road trips to pick up a couple of my projects, w00t!). I also know he wouldn't be going this route if his medical issue was not so serious. My thanks and best wishes for a speedy recovery Russ. I know it was an emotional decision and I count my blessings as I am another year older myself today!
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  15. Russ. added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    Yes it is still in Phase 1.  I have pinched nerve and disk problems in my neck.  Have limited movement and strength in left arm,and going into right arm.  Until operation and results from
    this are better, I have grounded myself.  Russ.
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  16. RDavidson added a post in a topic Easter weekend lunch flight   

    I bet it was good to get out from under the car hood and into the air! Looks like fun!
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  17. dholly added a post in a topic MGL E-1 EMS setup   

    I've found Rotax Service Instruction SI-13-1996 (INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OF REV-COUNTER PART NO 966403 AND 966408 FOR ROTAX® ENGINE TYPE 912 AND 914 (SERIES) SI-13-1996 R2 ) which confirms the top right pin on tach is Ground, and lower center pin is the RPM engine feed.
     
    Still looking to answer the other questions, thanks.
     
     
    si-13-1996-r2.pdf
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  18. cowlove added a post in a topic Prop slipping on Rotax 582 w/ C gearbox?   

    I'd love to see the documents that you have.  It looks like after the change in '91 to a 7.5:1 cone, they issued a SI in '06 suggesting adhesive compound and a higher torque, then changed the part again in 2008 to a 1:10 taper (so an even shallower cone) and upped the nut torque even more for all part numbers. 
     
    While I had it apart, I identified the cone as described in the '08 SI, and it's indeed the 7.5 cone, which coincides pretty well with the date of the unit. 
     
    So I cleaned everything perfectly, took a stone and applied a pretty axial hone pattern on all the friction surfaces, used AC648, and warmed the gear to 350degF in the oven before pressing it on.  I set the nut with thread lube, a greased flat washer and a very liberal interpretation of 220ft-lbs of torque, then removed it, cleaned the threads, and did final assembly it with loctite, the serrated washer, and the proper torque. 
     
    In short, I did about everything I can think of to help the existing part work.  If it slips again, the way I see it, I've got no choice to buy new parts.  And then I might as well upgrade to an E gearbox and a slipper clutch  Sigh. 
     
    J
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  19. EDMO added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Cleveland 6" wheels, MCs, Park MC, SP calipers, 1.5 Axles
    Got this for sale - Ron may have some disks to go with it?  PM if interested
    SOLD 2 OF 3 WHEELS, BOTH DISKS, CALIPERS.
    EdMO
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  20. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    Am I reading the add correctly, only 12 hrs total time on the airplane?  It must still be in phase 1 flight test then.  Jim Chuk
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  21. Luked added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    Hi Russ,
     
    Looks like a nice plane all around. Wish my kit came with the WIB gear. The trailer will be a nice feature for some buyers too. Here's a direct link to the ad:
     
    http://www.barnstormers.com/listing.php?mode=usersearch&user=149465
     
    Good luck with the sale!
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  22. Russ. added a post in a topic MK IV HH For sale   

    WWW.Barnstormers.com    Experimental  Avid
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  23. Luked added a post in a topic Luke's MK IV Project   

    No problem Chris. I know where you were coming from. I think It's human nature to want to add stuff to things we build. Hopefully I can resist that.
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  24. ChrisBolkan added a post in a topic Luke's MK IV Project   

    Nice that the crank worked out. After further reading of your threads I think going super light with no electrical and the stretch that this plane may just work out and fly like a dream.
     
    So many people go in with eyes closed when choosing to put big engines in these planes and then stack more on. You are not doing that. You are thinking about everything and have the right perspective for your project to be a success.
     
    I think you have a winner. With 80+hp these planes perform really well if kept relatively light.
     
    Forgive my don't use the big engine rant. I can't wait to see how this turns out.
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  25. dholly added a post in a topic Add to this and keep it going with 7-15 words   

    my latest Brazillian Hard Wax and Vajazzling really made my precious man-parts shine like a '70's disco ball, or....
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