wypaul

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  1. wypaul added a post in a topic Kitfox 4 build # 2   

    That is looking good Jim, you do work on all of your projects.
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  2. wypaul added a post in a topic MGL V6 radio   

    Good to hear about the new dealer.  Yes I had the avionics shop check that and they said it was fine.
    The Trig works great and was easy to set the perimeters unlike the MGL.
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  3. wypaul added a post in a topic MGL V6 radio   

    Yes I think that mine was a lemon but they just were unwilling to make it right.
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  4. wypaul added a topic in Avid and Kitfox parts Suppliers   

    MGL V6 radio
    Warning this is a sour grape post.
    i purchased a new MGL V6 radio about a year and a half ago to replace an older one that was having some issues, first mistake. The radio had issues from the start.  It would cutout after 3-6 seconds.  ACS WOULD NOT STAND BEHIND IT said contact MGL. WHEN I sent it in they said someone had been inside trying to make repairs,no it’s a new radio.  I contacted ACS to see if the radio was a return, nope was their answer. Radio returned after repairs.  Same issues returned for repair or replacement they sent it back saying repair made but dang it no joy.  Finally pulled out the junker and bought a Trig radio to replace it.
    Needless to say I will not purchase another MGL produce because I found out that they cannot be relied upon to stand behind their products.
    anyone want a good deal on a worthless V6?  Guess I will just use it for target practice.
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  5. wypaul added a post in a topic Flaperon Mixer Control Assembly   

    No but what plane and model parts are you looking for.
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  6. wypaul added a post in a topic Kitfox 4 build # 2   

    Looking good Jim!
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  7. wypaul added a post in a topic Back again   

    No cure just expensive medication.
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  8. wypaul added a post in a topic MGL engine monitor wiring question   

    Hey Jim I will look at mine and see if I can figure it out.  I am using the NTC and do have op just can’t remember how I set it up.
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  9. wypaul added a post in a topic Rotax912ULused should I?   

    You might check with Ronnie Smith.  
    https://flysmla.com/
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  10. wypaul added a post in a topic Avid C project in south Alabama   

    Wow Jim that is fantastic your sheer drive for these projects.
    will you be going to Sun n Fun this year?  I’m thinking about flying down.  It has been a long time since I was there last and never in my own plane.
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  11. wypaul added a topic in Rotax and other engines   

    912 gearbox
    The 912 ULS gearbox should be sent in for rebuild before 1000 hrs.  The dogs wear out and must be replaced.  Failure to do so results in the gears failing also.  You will know that you have waited to long when you throttle back on final approach and you experience vibration.  Hopefully the newest engine with the oil spray tube will take care of this issue of dog wear.
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  12. wypaul added a post in a topic Just joined the Fat Avid Club   

    Have you seen this site? You might give them a call and see what they have that might work for you.
    https://www.univair.com/piper/piper-pa-25/view-all/u64079-005-univair-tailwheel-leaf-spring-fits-piper/
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  13. wypaul added a post in a topic Just joined the Fat Avid Club   

    So my spring is about 1 5/8 wide with a single hole at each end and yes it is the long leaf of a three leaf spring. Not to sure if this is going to be any help.  Mine came from Backcountry Super Cubs. If I remember right he had the spring made here locally.  I looked for the rest of the spring (other two leaves) but did not find it.  As far as the single leaf not being enough for your plane I would think that would depend on what the weight on your tail wheel is.  If I remember right the MKIV mine is about 65 lbs.  I will check with Bruce BCSC and see if I can find out more about his springs but you may be able to get a local spring builder to make exactly what you want. 

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  14. wypaul added a post in a topic Just joined the Fat Avid Club   

    I’m using the long leaf of a Super Cub spring on my MKIV not sure what the measurements are but I can check it out if you are interested.  The original one was not true spring steel and I had to arch it several time before I replaced it.  Let me know if I can help.
     
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  15. wypaul added a topic in "other aircraft your working on"   

    Not aircraft related, work bench
    To quiet here so here goes.  I’ve always planned to make a nice work bench so after deciding to start building some guitars no time like the present.  This is a knockdown number that can be assembled in about one minute and transported easily.  There are no screws or fastener, but just joints, mortise and tenon, dowels and some dovetails.
    on a side note if you use a rasp check out the Shinto rasp, totally awesome.
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