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  1. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    Hey Chuck,
     
    Can you bring the seat cushions to the EAA meeting with you?
     
    Thanks
    Jeff
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  2. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Removing oil injector   

    Go to this web site and look in upper left corner of schematic.  That is the cover you need.  It is part 19, 20, etc.
     
     
    http://www.lockwood.aero/c-183-valve-cover-oil-pump-drive.aspx
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  3. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    The Merlin fuselage is about 2 feet longer than the AVID plus.  My jaw about hit the ground when I say the wing depth.  They make the wing on my previous avid look like sticks. The 912 is a common engine for the Merlin.  Randy flys a Subaru in his AVID plus.  I don't forsee any issues with a 0-200.   One issue I am looking at is being able to run 87 octane.  The 0-200 needs some modifications to top dead clearance to make that happen.  I also want to change the landing gear.  The original gear looks puny on this Merlin.  I am going to probably fab large gear with an additional connection point on each side of fuselage.
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  4. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    Hey do you guys knows if I am required to maintain a 0-200 in a certified FAA condition if I put it in the merlin, or does it become experimental like the plane at that point.  I found a 0-200 complete with all accessories through my aircraft mechanic friend.  He says the engine had a very light prop strike.   
     
    Thanks
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  5. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    Chuck,  Do you know where the seat and belts are for this aircraft?
     
    Thanks
     
    Jeff
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  6. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    Thanks Chuck.  I will be in touch.
     
    Jeff
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  7. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Merlin GT
    Hi Folks.  Randy got me back into the flying business.  Bought a Merlin GT without engine or main landing gear for $500.  I am going to strip it down and rebuild as a parts built experimental.  Does anyone know how to start that process with the FAA? 
     
    Randy, The third picture is one I found just searching the internet.  This photo is from 2003. Amazing that is the exact same airplane.  Look at the tail numbers.
     
    Alaska Pilots.  Who would you trust locally to build a motor mount for a 0-200 continental.
     
    Thanks



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  8. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Merlin GT   

    Here is a picture of a completed Merlin.
     
     

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  9. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Alaska Bush Tires   

    Dont rub it in Randy.  Hey, when you going to take me up.
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  10. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Alaska Bush Tires
    I saw these on craigslist for sale.  They are just like Randy's on his AVID Plus.  If I still had my AVID I would buy them.
     
    http://anchorage.craigslist.org/for/4146090359.html
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  11. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I am out for a while   

    This time next year I will be looking.   Thanks Leni.
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  12. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I am out for a while   

    Definitely.
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  13. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    I am out for a while
    Sorry to say I sold my AVID.  My family is in get out of debt mood and plan on staying there until all debts are gone.  I hope by this time next year to be back in the sky. 
     
    Thanks for all of the information shared on this forum that made a huge difference in the safety of my experience while training for my license. 
     
    Randy Tyler was a huge help in flying off phase 1 for me and preparing me for the CFI.  Thanks Randy.  Leni was key in helping me understand some issues with the rotax 582.  Thanks Leni. 
     
     
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  14. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    New Sport Pilot Regs In the Making
    EAA has recently requested that the FAA add Cessna 150 and 152's as aircraft that can be flown with a sport pilots license.  I hope it passes.
     
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  15. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic Good lord it's no wonder two-strokes get a bad rap   

    I was one of those asking stupid questions.  I believe I was asking questions that may have appeared very simple but I have a certain level of paranoia when messing with an aircraft engine.  There are things that logically I probably could have answered my own question.  But sure enough as soon as I assumed something then it could be a fatal mistake.  I hope that you guys don't get irritated with me in the future as I know that I will ask some stupid question.  I would much rather appear air headed than 6 foot under with my wife wondering what to do next.
     
    I do agree that there are some scary simple people out there who make you hold your breath hoping they make it through the next phase of learning to fly.
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  16. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic 6" Solid Maule Tail Wheel   

    Sorry it is no longer available.
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  17. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I passed   

    Yeah, You must be able to backstroke at least 10 miles in 40 degree water.  If you pass the test you get a certificate.    
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  18. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic F7A   

    Okay, I did notice that.  When making a left turn with aileron only it rises above the horizon and then to right and then starts turning left.  My CFI made the assumption that my plane is a rudder airplane because of that behavior.   How good is Airdale about getting that part out.  It seems like it takes forever if he answers the phone.
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  19. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I passed   

    Hey Leni,  I just got off the phone with EAA.  They said I do not need to involve a dpe for float training in my airplane.  It is just treated as a add on after instruction.
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  20. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I passed   

    I was told by the cfi that with experimental home built it can be treated as an add on with an endorsement.  I did the checkride in my aircraft with the dpe.  There are two in the state.  There is a big push right now to raise the weight limits for a sport pilot.  I hope it passes. 
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  21. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic F7A   

    What exactly does this mod do and is it very noticeable when actually flying?  I have never noticed adverse yaw with my model c but maybe I never looked for it.
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  22. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic tailwheel spring rear support   

    My leaf spring is a double.  One fits nicely in the channel, the other is slightly in the channel.  I overcame your fear by placing Raychem heat shrink tubing over both springs behind the channel closer to the wheel and heat shrinking them together.  That stuff is tough and will not rip.  This keeps the second spring from moving side to side. 
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  23. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic F7A   

    What is an F7A
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  24. lv2plyguitar added a post in a topic I passed   

    I am going to be putting on my floats September 30th to receive some training and endorsement and then switching back to wheels before winter.
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  25. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    I passed
    It's finally over.  I passed my oral and flight exam on Sunday.  Been a long haul and my wallet is a little thinner.  If any of you are wondering how the process was just ask.  My examiner was very detailed and it was a challenge.
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