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  1. wypaul added a post in a topic Ford Tri-Motor   

    That is mighty neat Ed, I wonder if it is still around some where. They only made them from 1925-1933 a total of 199 were built. There is said to be one in Jackson, WY that is still flying but I have not see it. Guess I will have to get busy and research into that.

    The one that was here had three P/W 450 HP each and cruised about the same speed as my Avid. It sips a mere 60 g/h.

    Just an unrelated side note, we had a fellow come out for a ride that said he flew Beavers during the Vietnam War, I didn't know that we used them there and Korea also. Fun weekend for sure.
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  2. wypaul added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Ford Tri-Motor
    Our chapter hosted the EAA's Ford Tri-motor this week.  I logged .3 hrs right seat time and what a fun plane to fly.  Brought the Q-2 over to get a picture under the wing but did not make it over with the Avid.


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  3. wypaul added a post in a topic Crossed the US in My Avid Flyer Mk IV   

    Saw your plane on the ramp here in Casper and wondered who's it was. Great adventure in a new plane. I agree, these are fine little planes.
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  4. wypaul added a post in a topic Overhaul time!   

    I think that is what I would do. Epoxy is my choice for building using the pug method (mold less ) it's easy to sand and fill. Just finished making a cowl for a friend's Pietenpol this winter and built one for my Q2 when installing the Jabiru. PM me if you would care for some suggestions and pictures and I will send my phone number so we can talk. What fun, wish I was there to help.
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  5. wypaul added a post in a topic Overhaul time!   

    You can use spray brake cleaner to clean the brake fluid off the pad. Works great.
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  6. wypaul added a post in a topic Overhaul time!   

    But dang, you won't get the Ichiban Moto stickers to help cover that big hole is the side of your cowl.
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  7. wypaul added a post in a topic engine vibs & GSC prop   

    http://www.ultralightnews.com/safety_bulletins/gsc_servicebulletin.htm
     
    here is a link to a bulletin issued by GSC on one prop failure. 
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  8. wypaul added a post in a topic Wt and Balance help needed   

    Yes, it will work for any plane.  The range for any given plane is set by the designer and this spreadsheet will not help with that but is great for calculating the W/B.  All that is required is that you plug in your own weights and measurements.  I built this spreadsheet when I was changing engines in my Q-2 and was figuring out where to place the engine to achieve proper W/B so it also contains a section called "move something" that allows the user to see the results of moving anything from a battery to an engine from one location to another.  I will be happy to send a copy to anyone that would like one.  Just drop me a PM and I will get it out.  There are a lot of good CG spreadsheets out there that will do the basics. This is the only one I know that has the Move Something capabilities. And yes it will work with new fangled airplanes with nose wheels.  Just plug in your numbers for the training wheel where it says "tailwheeeel. 
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  9. wypaul added a post in a topic Wt and Balance help needed   

    I sent you a PM with a spreadsheet attached that I wrote that will make it easy to do the WB.  And yes the only WB that are of a concern are the loaded numbers because the plane does not fly without pilot and at least some fuel to get airborn.
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  10. wypaul added a post in a topic F7A   

    Ed the jig was very simple but it is build on a piece of 1/2" plate that I don't care to ship. Somebody can build their own in less than an hour with those measurements.
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  11. wypaul added a topic in Files and Forms   

    F7A
    I have had some requests for the F7A's and I am no longer selling them.  Here is a picture with measurements if anyone is interested in making their own.

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  12. wypaul added a post in a topic Source for flaperon bushings? Or stock material suggestions?   

    Great piece of history there... Milk jugs are polyethylene ED.
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  13. wypaul added a post in a topic Source for flaperon bushings? Or stock material suggestions?   

    Ed I just looked at the Raven plans and they call for a nylon bushing.
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  14. wypaul added a post in a topic Source for flaperon bushings? Or stock material suggestions?   

    McMaster Carr sells the bearings in several different materials including Rulon J. I think that polyethylene would be a better choice if you want to try making your own but McMaster has those also.
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  15. wypaul added a post in a topic Source for flaperon bushings? Or stock material suggestions?   

    I can not say for sure Ed. If cost was not a factor RULON J would be my first choice,very slick and wears well. Used them in my Q-2 when I replaced bearings but they were smaller and just a few bucks each.
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  16. wypaul added a post in a topic Source for flaperon bushings? Or stock material suggestions?   

    http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-flanged-sleeve-bearings/=x7dae4
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  17. wypaul added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Looking good Larry .
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  18. wypaul added a post in a topic Slip to Flyby   

    I wish that I could be that good Ed.
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  19. wypaul added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids   

    Slip to Flyby
    Upside down so I deleted it.
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  20. wypaul added a post in a topic Has anyone replaced the rear prop shaft seal on C box   

    Just completed replacing the rear prop shaft seal on my 912 and used aftermarket seal with great results. Built a puller using all thread and a few nuts that worked just fine.
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  21. wypaul added a post in a topic New Avid MK IV in ME   

    Appears to be an early J2200, what is the serial # and do you know if the con rods and any other upgrades have been done?

    You will like the MK IV these are great little planes. Welcome to the Avid club.
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  22. wypaul added a post in a topic electric trim again   

    The MK IV had it on the left. was that because the plane was designed around clockwise turning 912,  I don't know.  Just an opinion but I don't think that it matters that much as the plane was made for the 582 and other options.
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  23. wypaul added a post in a topic Name this mystery Avid Flyer part.....   

    Actually one of the better looking weights, sure had me going with you quiz
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  24. wypaul added a post in a topic Name this mystery Avid Flyer part.....   

    Man what would your shrink say about that?
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  25. wypaul added a topic in 4-strokes   

    Oil Cooler
    If have been having oil temps the ran from 225-250F from day one with my 912 installed in my MK IV Avid.  The normal was about 235F on warm or even cool days.  Although this is only somewhat high the oil always appeared "cooked" at and before oil change.  I purchased an oil cooler about a year ago and have finally installed it during the last week.  Oil temperature now runs about 160 and the high has been 172o F this has been with the ambient temperature in the 40's and 50's.
     
    The cooler is a plate style transmission cooler (B&M) which is attach to the back of the radiator with the Hayden ties and I made a "gasket" from some HDPE material that I had.  Pretty easy project if anyone has been thinking about a cooler for a 912 Rotax install.
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