NorthIdahoAvidflyer

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  1. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Engine out outlanding   

    This is a very interesting thread. I have the same set-up as Jeromef but installed a shut-off on each tank inline before the header. I've often wondered if my header needed to be vented as my tanks do the same thing. My right tank flows faster than my left. I recently flattened out the line coming from from the left tank as it had a flat spot in it. I can turn the right tank off and it drains fine out of the left. I have not flown this much at all so I'm wondering if I need to address something before I do. 
     

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  2. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Another broken flaperon hanger   

    Thank you. I am nice to a point. I stayed away from him for three hours before going to the hangar to see the damage. I know I would have lost my shit with him and he really is a good guy. 
    I have some Scotch weld on the way and I’ll stop buy a big modeling store tomorrow that has a great selection of specialty plywood’s. The Machinist and I are kicking around some ideas using aluminum. It will get done property. 
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  3. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Another broken flaperon hanger
    My hangermate moved my plane out of the hangar to remove his fuselage which he had sold. My Avid was parked as far right inside the hangar as possible to give room to the workbench area. He only opened the hangar doors as far as needed to get my plane out. When he put my plane back in he the hangar he centered my centered my plane. We was not paying attention and ran my wing into the hangar door. It hit the outboard aileron hangar and broke the very end of the hangar. I was so mad when he called and told me that I didn’t even go look for theee hours. 
    I have decided to patch the hanger. There is still a lot of rib and I feel I can execute a solid fix. 
    I went down tonight and started marking out how I wanted to cut the old hangar. I have some wood left over from Jimchuk but it’s 1/4 inch thick. I put the calipers to the current rib end and it’s 7/32. I looked in the A/S catalog and it does not show anything that thickness. 
    What can you guys tell me about this thickness issue? 
    This thing is ready to fly and I didn’t really need this right now. 





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  4. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    UPDATE!!!
    I did some testing last night with my new cord and an old antenna. It was a great improvement over the rubber whip but there is still room for improvement. The tower reported loud and clear with my plane setting inside my hangar with the door closed. I pulled the plane outside and started the engine and made another radio call to the tower. They reported loud and clear with a humming sound in the back ground. I laughed because I wanted to tell them "Of course there is a humming sound...it's a 2 stroke".  There was still some noise related to the ignition. The new RG316 was better than the standard RG58 but not by much. The RG400 has foil and double wrapped shielding over the center core that is suppose to suppress a lot more RF noise. I went to the local Flight School on the way home and looked at their AC7 Champ. It uses the same radio and intercom I use. As I suspected they were using the RG400 double shielded coax. During my flight review last week we were talking to the tower 10 miles out with no problem. 
    I ordered a new RG400 cable and it should be here Friday. I think I'm finally on the right path to having a decent radio system using a handheld.
    I hope this helps somebody having the same issues. I'll post again as soon as get the new antenna and coax installed. 
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  5. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic New lighting idea from Oshkosh   

    Nlappos, Yes, I understand that part.  We are still allowed to put these out in the same location as the anti collision and position lighting correct?  
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  6. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic New lighting idea from Oshkosh   

    https://youtu.be/6EnZVdqwTPM
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  7. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic New lighting idea from Oshkosh   

    They were just under $40 a piece. 
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  8. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    New lighting idea from Oshkosh
    I found these at Oshkosh. What do you think???
    22584A35-D0A5-4C79-9B9A-CB90CED20B23.MOV
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  9. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    eBay has a minimal selection of lengths but if you want a 10 footer they have them at a decent price too. You may be able to contact the seller and request other lengths. 
     

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  10. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    So I’ve been doing some more looking into these cables and it looks like it’s not worth me buying all the wire and tools to make them myself when there are other outlets that will make them at a reasonable price.  Aircraft Spruce as much as I try to support them really bends my prop with what they charge for certain items. They will make you up a RG 400 Coax with dual BNC connectors for just over $50. I found this site that will make the same thing for $38. 
    I plan to use the one i ordered online (RG316) until I get it my setup mounted then have the RG400 made to the correct length. I’m convinced after reading up on this subject that the RG400 double shielded coax is a must for our applications. 
    Here is the site I mentioned that makes up the cables at a reasonable price. 
    https://fieldcomponents.com/BNCM-RG400-BNCM-Length.html?Session_ID=c23b3966041b730045d6a529ea430749&add_BASK
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  11. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    That’s what this site is all about. Good bunch of guys on here. 
     
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  12. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    I have a beautiful ELT antenna. I was going to use it (thinking it was a VHF) but was told it would most likely transmit ok but would not receive well on certain frequencies. 
    But like I said......I know little about this stuff. 
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  13. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    Got it. no ground plane needed, don't ground to the battery, close to the center as possible, and yes I can use the antenna. I'll PM you my address and we can go from there.
    Thanks Chris
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  14. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    I took nlappos's advise and ordered one of these cables. They make a better dual shielded version called RG-400. It's 50 Ohms and suppose to block out all ignition noise. The RG-316 has good reviews but it still a single shielded coax. I do like the fact it is small as the RG-400 is much heavier. 
    Attached is a good little article I found that helped explain this subject for Dummies like me. 
    XCOM Aerial Dummies Guide.pdf
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  15. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Need a external antenna   

    Thanks Chris and nlappos, My turtle deck is all metal with no windows. It is also comes apart in the center. I'm sure is does not matter if it sets to one side. I planned on making a star ground plane out of foil tape on the underside. The battery is right there so I also plan to ground it well. I'm not sure about there being an antenna mount aft of the turtle deck because the storage compartment was already installed when I got this project. I'll check it out.
    Nlappos I will get a cord ordered today. Thanks for the outlet.  
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  16. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Need a external antenna
    I have an Icom A6 handheld radio. I need to install an external antenna. Can you guys suggest what did and didn’t works for you?  
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  17. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Oshkosh 2018 picture thread   



  18. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Oshkosh 2018 picture thread   

    I agree with Joey. This was one of the best vacations I have ever been on. Saw some amazing things and met some great people. Can’t wait to do this again. 















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  19. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Oshkosh 2018...Who’s going!   

    Joey, Me, Will and Karl will be there tomorrow. See you there fellas!!!
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  20. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Inspection day is here   

    It’s official!!!! Passed with flying colors! He made two recommendations and said the plane was very well put together. Let the games begin!!!

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  21. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Inspection day is here   

    Thanks for all your input nlappos. I’m still thinking a 670 is in my future. How’s that going BTW?
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  22. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a topic in Avid Model IV   

    Inspection day is here
    Well fellas the day has finally come. Tomorrow at 11:00 the DAR will show up to inspect my plane. She’s looking good and all the needed materials are ready. I’ve spent the last three days going over every inch of that plane cleaning and completing a condition inspection. I found four bolts installed backwards in the control mixture and the back of the fiberglass seat pan was not secured. Nothing major but the checklist I used was tailored for our planes and very helpful. 
    I want to thank a lot of you on here for helping me along the way. You guys are the best.   
    Wish me luck!!
     
     





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  23. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Fuel tank markings/ inspection soon   

    Thank you everyone for the great response. 
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  24. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a post in a topic Fuel tank markings/ inspection soon   

    Thanks Jim. Sounds like a plan. 
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  25. NorthIdahoAvidflyer added a topic in Avid Model IV   

    Fuel tank markings/ inspection soon
    I submitted my paperwork to the DAR today. I’m still finishing up some little stuff. One thing is the fuel tank markings. Can you guys show me how you marked the root of your wings with the level of fuel in the tank? Just want some ideas. Photos attached. 
     



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