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  1. sky4play added a post in a topic Rotax 670 - 2 hrs TT   

    If I remember correctly...They had to be pre '95 and most seemed to prefer '93 or '94 models...couldn't have the HO crank either.
    This is what I remember from Ron Davis....But, it has been awhile
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  2. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Buying a motor...for an Airplane...in a Bass pro parking lot...Who Would Do That?    We all, had a good laugh over that.
    You are so right....While I was buying a motor... the little lady, was bringing out new tile for the kitchen...
    from the Lowes next door. What happened to retirement? Working on MY projects...All that good stuff????   Sorry...a little vent ...John O
     
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  3. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

      Well....here it is. My RX1 in a  bucket. This is me (on the left) and Jim from Spa City. We met in the Bass Pro parking lot.
    I think this will be my opening pic for my build thread (yet to be named). Mostly writing this to say what an absolute pleasure
    it was to work with Jim, and him getting me this motor. His business is getting crazy, and it couldn't happen to a better guy.
    Being honest and straight forward...is everything..to me, at least..and it shows, and is paying off for Jim. He is getting
    overseas calls for motors. So if you need an RX1 or Apex motor....Call Jim...607-329-8676
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  4. sky4play added a post in a topic Kitfox SS tailwheel selection   

    I have had a couple of different tail wheel set-ups...but I now have the 8" Matco pneumatic. By far the best I have used
    so far...Going to try that shock in the tail next. Not that I need to soften my tail hits... It isn't called a tail dragger ...for nuthin    
    John O
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  5. sky4play added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    For Sale..FWF Avid Mk4 (SOLD)
    I am doing the Yamaha conversion...and so selling FWF... motor mount, 582, cheek radiators...EVERYTHING...except the C box..
    This motor has 102 hours on it...Grey head...Hacman system...exhaust  w/heat. Would rather sell as bolt on package...
    I flew this motor one week ago...still has winter jets in it. It has been flawless, it's whole life.   John O
    Still has oil injection and runs Amsoil. Throw in last gallon...extra jets...spark plugs etc.   $3000
     
     
     
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  6. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Well....should have listened to you guys.
    The sled I had my eye on, got sold out from under me. I spent 3 weeks setting up ...and
    one weekend, driving all over creation...and in the end...nothing.
    So...I called Jim in Ballston Spa....and he is hooking me up!!    (Thanks Y-fox)
    He is meeting me half way...next weekend...How cool is that !
    Had my last flight on skis, Monday....just snuck that in....Took it into the hanger...Sat up my X-Y axis laser... and took some measurements.
    First thing I noticed was FW to prop hub was under 24"...Everything I have read...says the RX1 is 27 +   Can you say cowl Mod...!!!
    Everyone is going with straight through thrust line...Right?  No 3 degree offset, like the 582....(I could have missed something...)
    I have been flying this 582 grey head and have just over 100 flawless hrs on it... Am thinking of selling complete FWF (except C box ) of course   
    Motor mount, cheek radiators, Hac-man system,  exhaust....Everything...mounted...ready to Bolt on. Somebody should want that...
    John O
     
     
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  7. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    I have read your thread numerous times, as well as Teal's and Marshawk's great work. You guys gave me the confidence to tackle this build. Knowing there is 
    help around...means everything.
    Y-Fox... glad your pace has slowed...give me a chance to catch up..
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  8. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    I have my eye on a sled that is 30 min away and under 4k miles. The gentleman that owns it,
    works for the power company, and has been out of town. He is restoring power to the Noreaster victims...
    Don't know when he will be home, so I have expanded my search...just in case.
    I am roaring to go....Steel came yesterday...
    Thanks for all the help guys....John O
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  9. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    Wow...great info Y-Fox...That is only a 3hr drive from me...it was in my search area...
    I am not on facebook, am recently retired, so my time aint't worth what it was...
    I'll check with my girlfriend, she has facebook...and a job...John O
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  10. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    I am going with the RX1, for that reason. Fuel injected is here, for sure...but it will
    have to be a lot more "plug and play"...before I am comfortable with it. This build
    will be enough of a challenge for me...John O
    Looking for the right motor to start me out...
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  11. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    I believe that the bolt on gearbox, was for the APEX, fuel injected motor....while the adapter, C box...was for the RX1
    carbed motor. 
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  12. sky4play added a post in a topic Ebay 20% off sitewide today only 03/09   

    Thanks...Brodstol...wouldn't  otherwise have heard about it.
    Got me to pull the trigger on some tubing...worked great...John O
    Oh and saskavid....never heard of such a thing before...Well, didn't hear about this one.  
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  13. sky4play added a post in a topic Which wheels/brakes to use?   

    Absolutely true....The rock tossing is a problem in Alaska, no doubt. All you land on is rocks... 
    Now I land on mostly grass...not a problem. I am with Ed on the axles...I would like to, at some point,
    upgrade from these 3/4 inchers...
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  14. sky4play added a post in a topic Which wheels/brakes to use?   

    I refused to pay more, get less...
    I land totally off airport... and that thin line tread ...makes little difference.
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  15. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    I...for one, am delighted      that  Teal is going to continue to make the adapter for the RX1. Many
    others are on the verge of jumping into this conversion, and I think are more comfortable with carbs as well...
    What better timing...Winter is winding down...Sled prices will be dropping...
    Hope to have an  engine in hand soon..
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  16. sky4play added a post in a topic Willow Valley Alaska   

    Nice to see a little chunk of Alaska....again. I still have land off of Larson lake, outside of Talkeetna.
    Also have an ex wife in Palmer (we won't go there)...
    Anyway...Thanks guys
    John O
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  17. sky4play added a post in a topic Which wheels/brakes to use?   

    I have the 6" rims and the 21" Desser tires...which I really like,... but I have never had the option of an 8"...
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  18. sky4play added a post in a topic Powder coating   

    Looking good Vance...
    Good idea with the landing gear as well. I will look into that around here.. for mine.
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  19. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    You're right...it would make an awesome amphib.
    I am waiting on pulling the trigger, on a motor, until I 
    hear back from Teal. I don't know if he has anymore adapters for the RX1. I have a C box on my 582.
    Hoping to get started during the "mushy month"  coming soon...
     
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  20. sky4play added a post in a topic Yamaha RX1 Engines   

    You guys got me sooo fired up about this motor, when I went through this thread, a couple months back.
    Since then, I have been checking on sleds to buy...and all the components needed for such an undertaking.
    I emailed Steve and he wants $2300 for his headers and says he has 5hrs on the Apex motor. I still think the
    RX1 and carbs are a better choice (for me)...I can work on carbs.
    I worked many years as a millwright, and can build most anything...given enough time and money..
    So, I plan to build the motor mt and exhaust...possibly air box. But, anything can change at any time...
    I guess, what I am really doing... is rambling on... trying to keep this thread going...trying to inspire..
    Love all your work...postings etc..   Just...  GIVE ME MORE...
    I realize that I am 2 years out...from the initial hype. That's right...don't follow me in the stock market...John O
     
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  21. sky4play added a post in a topic Couple of flights in today   

    My lovely Lady, snapped this... as I was leaving.

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  22. sky4play added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids   

    Couple of flights in today
    Thin covering of snow...but just enough.. to get in a couple of flights'
    No lake or out landings because of lack of snow... Got some more footage
    on the Gopro...Something I can edit into something  else...hopefully
    John O

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  23. sky4play added a post in a topic Help Rejetting   

    I am with Vance...a lot of good advise there...
    You need to start with your prop pitch....(It is a crazy dance..)
    Then, tune motor
    1200  scares me and I would up your main...just to be safe,... and a 5 or 10 jump will never make you cold.
    Mid-range will always give you the most worry...because you are starting to unload
    I run 180 in the winter and 170 in the summer...I also run the Hacman system, which I built from ebay supplies and
    use every time...Nice to have some control. There are varying opinions on this system,  but I like it.
    Things will come together for you...John O
     
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  24. sky4play added a post in a topic CONTRIBUTIONS TO KEEP SITE GOING   

    Sorry I wasn't smart enough to do a search.. as to making a contribution to this wonderful site.
    Wish all fixes were that easy....Thanks Leni for all that you do...John O
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  25. sky4play added a post in a topic Got the skis installed today.   

    Beautiful Bird..
    I got an hour or so in today, as well. Landed on a popular lake and talked 
    to some ice fisherman. Shot some footage with the gopro mounted inside...
    Learned what a bad videographer/narrator/subject I am. Now I need to learn editing.. 
    Those days on the snow sure are special. Hoping to repeat tomorrow...John O
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