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  1. lostman added a post in a topic tail wheel springs   

    I re-arched the tail springs on the Pursang yesterday and think I might have gone just a bit too far for the current spring. without a load on the spring (tail down), I have just a couple degrees rake with the bottom of the bolt pointing slightly forward. However I think it will be just about perfect for the Matco tailwheel. I'm still thinking I won't change it out until I test fly the plane from a few other things but I did find that Matco tells you in their technical literature that the spring will be at a 45 degree angle to make the pivot point perpendicular to the ground. At least that's a start!
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  2. EDMO added a post in a topic LUMENS AND CANDLEPOWER   

    Ken,
          The 5m light was probably 8 or 10 inches - $39 - 2m light was 6 inches and $29 at O'Reillys - BUT low Lumens?
    I have a 2m of a different brand - about same price and size.
    I have a couple of older lights and don't know how bright - will show you sometime.  You got to get legal with pos and strobes first anyway.  I think HID is the way to go - burns brighter and cooler and less amps.
    I have not located either tailwheel, but almost certain that they are both solid.
    EDMO
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  3. lostman added a post in a topic LUMENS AND CANDLEPOWER   

    Ed,
     
    How big was the handheld spotlight they had and how much were they asking for it? I really don't want an 8" round spotlight yet that would be a seriously cool landing light to have when aimed correctly.
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  4. looped added a post in a topic KING OBUMMER TO GIVE UP INTERNET CONTROL?   

    and the good news is   Hillary  is up next
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  5. Luked added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Great thread. I like seeing people turn their ideas into reality. Looking forward to more updates.
     
    Luke D.
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  6. EDMO added a post in a topic Possible belly radiator source   

    I haven't seriously looked at the MC rads - I scanned a little for 1500 to 1800 cc twin rads - I am thinking that with my nose gear, I had better keep the weight as far back as I can - I have a belly rad that has worked with this engine on another plane, and could buy an aluminum one if needed.  I'm just mostly joining in to spur on the conversations and ideas.
    Thanks,
    EDMO
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  7. allonsye added a post in a topic Possible belly radiator source   

    I just faxed a template to Griffin requesting a quote for 2ea 10"x7.5" "go-kart" rads. I'll post up after they respond.
     
    Ed, sounds to me unless you source a m/c rad to fit your application, you're looking at a custom build.  What m/c rads have you looked at? The Suzuki Vstrom and SV650 rads are in the dimenstional range you're seeking. They also have plenty of bracketry and there's 2 10mm threaded nut inserts on the sides which would make installation a cinch likely.
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-2011-Suzuki-SV650-Radiator-Fan-Assembly-NICE-4046-/310902538246?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item48633c4006&vxp=mtr#ht_4331wt_927
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  8. Luked added a post in a topic Looking for info on landing gear options   

     
    The Airdale spring gear looks pretty good. I think if I could choose exactly what I want, I would probably get the their WIB gear. Has anyone bought anything from Airdale in the last few months? Or, does anyone have a set of WIB gear they want to sell?
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  9. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Got to like this Forum   



  10. akflyer added a post in a topic Got to like this Forum   

    Well thanks guys, this was my plan when I started the site! Hang out, more of a family /buddy type hang out where your not afraid to speak your mind.. It still amazes me that the one forum on the web that I have left in moderated, is the only one I have seen that doesn't have guys (seriously) kicking each other in the nuts! Of course we have the good natured ribbing or shit giving, but that's what I want.

    Thanks guys for making this happen and for making this the site that it is! It's all because of each and every one of you!


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  11. EDMO added a post in a topic Fat Avid weight and balance   

    Mine turned into a good amount of work, and then I am modifying the ribs too - If mine had already been covered, I would have looked at aluminum extensions or slats.
    EDMO
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  12. marshawk added a post in a topic Fat Avid weight and balance   

    Ed , I think your right , it already feels low in the tail already when flying level so adding more weight probably isn't going to help, was thinking of trying to lower the HS but that also will probably sink the tail more down.What is invovled in leading edge extensions sounds like some major work.
      Ken if you ever start sky flying you'll be head north ,it opens up alot of country in the winter,
    Thanks Randy, hope to get a couple more trips in before the snow dissapears, 26 planes on skis sounds cool
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  13. EDMO added a post in a topic Fat Avid weight and balance   

    Willis,
         If that is your W/B, it sounds like you need some Leading Edge extensions instead of more weight.
    EDMO
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  14. EDMO added a post in a topic LUMENS AND CANDLEPOWER   

    I was picking up parts for the old truck today in the auto parts store - They had a 5 million CP handheld spotlight there, and it was marked 545 Lumens - Guess it is about time to look for a HID spotlight that should be about 10 times brighter.
    Where is my old J.C.Whitney book?
    EDMO
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  15. SuberAvid added a post in a topic Fat Avid weight and balance   

    Yes Willis! You can't beat a day like that can you.  Great pictures.  A couple of weeks ago I flew out to a "friend of a friends" parent's cabin (how is that for inviting yourself in).  They have a spring fly in pot luck that is becoming an anual thing now.  26 planes on skis, 21 on the lake at once when I got there.  My plane was the smallest; most were cubs, mauls, 1 aronca chief, 180's and 185's, a helio.  Yeh, I know I am the redheaded stepchild of the bunch; but they always want to know what the plane is and what engine it has, then the subject gets to fuel use.  It is funny to see their faces when I tell them what it burns per hour.
     
    Leni, they are right across the lake from the lodge.  Probably those "crazy people across the lake" as Joey would say.
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  16. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic KING OBUMMER TO GIVE UP INTERNET CONTROL?   

    Why do you think there's 24-7 flight 370 coverage?

    Russia is laughing at the eunuch. The Islamo-maggots are laughing at the eunuch. The entire world is laughing at him. But the drug addled hippies and the rest of the left wing radicals in charge of everything who voted for him are still having o-gasms every time he reads the teleprompter.
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  17. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic General Aviation Pilot Protection Act   

    And forward the link to every pilot you know.
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  18. SuberAvid added a post in a topic General Aviation Pilot Protection Act   

    Done.  Easy to do on the EAA web site.  Thanks for the link Larry.
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  19. SuberAvid added a post in a topic Got to like this Forum   

    I totally agree.  This is the one I make time for.
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  20. SuberAvid added a post in a topic KING OBUMMER TO GIVE UP INTERNET CONTROL?   

    I'm like Leni, this guy continues to amaze me.  He must have a think tank working 24-7 figuring out new ways he can wreck America.  And the main news media is a full player in distracting the masses, hiding his lies and demonizing anyone who disagrees with him.  And the people put him in there twice, and our congress just lets him do whatever he wants.  You would think they would want to at least retain some of their power but the ones in control are pretty effective in letting him get away with this monarchy.
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  21. lostman added a post in a topic What happened to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370?   

    I just can't resist. The last picture as well as this one both came from and Air Force Colonel. I'm sure he didn't start them but still a good laugh.

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  22. lostman added a post in a topic What happened to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370?   

    I just had another thought. I think we're all looking in the wrong place for this plane. Didn't David Copperfield say he was going to make a plane disappear years ago?
     
    This is what happens when I'm just putting lacquer finish on new floor boards and have time to think.
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  23. thebriman added a post in a topic Ice Fishing   

    Great pictures Randy!  Honestly I'm a little bit jealous.  Out here in Georgia we have trees and chicken houses.
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  24. thebriman added a post in a topic Got to like this Forum   

    Hands down the most comfortable forum I've ever been in as far as being able to bring up any topic whether discussed previously or not without ridicule.  
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  25. lostman added a post in a topic Got to like this Forum   

    I totally agree, this forum is very laid back and everyone that is active as far as I've seen, are really good people. The posts are all worth reading and I never feel like I wasted any of my time going through every new post when I log on.
     
    I think it really says something for the Avid owners that are on here too, thanks for the time, comments and knowledge that are shared!! I know that I for one sure appreciate it. This forum is how forums should be everywhere!
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