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  1. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Lazy Lake Fly Out   

    No Merlin,
    I may be buying back the Avid I sold two summers ago.  The guy bought it but it in a shed and never flew.  He texted the other day wondering if I want it back.  I probably will get it in 60 days.
     
     
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  2. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids   

    Lazy Lake Fly Out
    I got home from prison ministry just as Randy was flying over.  He landed, I changed my clothes and off we went on a great afternoon of flying the little su.
    Enjoy




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  3. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic February and still on tires   

    Darn it Randy.  Your killing me.  I hope I win the Airmen's association bush plane raffle this year.  Then you can really eat your heart out.  Now all you need is floats to land there in the summer.
    Thanks for great pictures.
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  4. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Flaperon Mixer Control Assembly   

    Thanks Luke
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  5. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Trim servos 40 bucks   

    I am in the market for a full trim servo setup all the way to the controls on dash.
     
    Thanks
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  6. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    engine mount bushings
    Hi.  I need some guidance on engine mount bushings that the bolts go through.  I need a bushing that has a 5/16 ID and not sure what the OD should be and should it be 4130.
     
     
    Also,  What type of washer (metal) should I weld to the bushing.
     
    Thanks

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  7. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Air Frame Sand Blaster
    Hi,
     
    Do any of you see issue with using a sand blaster on an airframe.  I know I can run different media through it.  What is your suggestions.  I have lots of minor surface spots of rust on my airframe. 
     
    Thanks

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  8. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Bush Gear Suspension   

    Hi Leni,
     
    My gear is being fabed from new.  Me and Randy have it all worked out just need the suspension.
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  9. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Bush Gear Suspension
    Hi,  I need to come up with a suspension system for a cabang style gear.  I saw the Rage system but they want an arm and leg for a non-certified shock and bungee cord system. 
     
    If you have any ideas let me know.  Basic setup is just like a cub but I just need ideas for the suspension.
     
    Thanks
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  10. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    You have forsaken your people by owning a certified airplane. 
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  11. lv2plyguitar added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    IVO Magnum Right Turning 68" Prop.
    Hi, 
     
    If you have a right turning ivo magnum 68" prop I would be interested in purchasing.
     
    Thanks
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  12. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    Leni, you can get a Macair Merlin with a C-85 for 12,000.  Needs recovered, new plexi, and engine gone through.
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  13. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    I am going to use the avid mixer system in it.  The merlin had not flaps, only the full length aielrons.  When I was flying my avid they were very effective as a flap.
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  14. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic CONTRIBUTIONS TO KEEP SITE GOING   

    Leni you need to add Merlin to the derelicts list now.
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  15. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    The online Merlin Brouchures advertised a Rotax 912 as a power option.  The Merlin has had no structural changes to the firewall or airframe since the Merlin GT.  However I will be carrying an additional 20 pounds up front compared to the Rotax 912.  I am planning a battery in the back, heavier tail wheel and some structural additions to keep everything within CG and safe.  Stu in Canada put a o-200 in his merlin with no structural modifications but only putting the battery in back.   He flew it for years with no issues.  He actually did a trip from Canada to California.  The Merlin is longer than an AVID Plus and has a 42" wide cockpit.  No real big issues to deal with. There are also several merlins online that have the corvair engine in them as well. 
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  16. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    My engine definitely will sit out further from the firewall.  The drawings are definitely the firewall dimensions for a Merlin GT as the measurements line up perfectly.
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  17. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    Attached is a Merlin with o-200 installed.  The mount in the picture is what is on the plans. The second picture is the engine I bought out of a federal repo.
     
     


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  18. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    Im thinking 4130 also.  A Cessna 150 with a o-200 motor mount is actually smaller than 3/4 tube.  IT is very light and is 4130.
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  19. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Engine Mount   

    o-200.  I saw a Cessna 150 mount and it is pretty light.   I am looking a engine mount plan for a o-200 in a merlin.  It does not specify whether its 4130 or the inside dia.  Just says 3/4 x 035.
    Engine Mount Drawing.pdf
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  20. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Engine Mount
    Hi,
     
    Is 4130 the typical tube steel used to fabricate a motor mount?  If so what should the inside diameter be if I am going with 3/4.
     
    Thanks
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  21. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Flaperon Mixer Control Assembly   

    Thanks Luke.
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  22. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Motor Mount   

    what should the wall thickness be for the 4130 tubes.
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  23. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Motor Mount   

    Perfect video.  Thanks  Do I just use 4130 for the tubing?  What are those tubes made of that the bolts go through.  Also is tig welding it together okay?
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  24. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Motor Mount
    I need to make a motor mount for my o-200 but I don't want to pay exorbitant prices to a aircraft shop.  Are those mounts made of 4130?  I know that a Cessna 150 mount is very light.  Is there a special kind of welding needed or is tig okay.  Where do I get the tips that the bolts go through to mount to the fuselage like in the picture.  Below is a picture of a Merlin GT that I took pictures of with a C-85. 
     
    Just need your help to get this mount started.
     
    THanks


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  25. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Flaperon Mixer Control Assembly   

    Okay 250 is sent.
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