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  1. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Finally made it!   

    Nice! Very Nice
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  2. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested   



  3. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested   

    Thanks Dynomike
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  4. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested   

    Mission successfull

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  5. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Avid C Float Rigging   

    Mark,
    I received this info from High Country.
     
    http://www.stoneylak...om/floatrig.htm
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  6. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested   

    High Country, Thanks, good info, need to share this with Mark.
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  7. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested   

    AvidFox
     
    Akflyer - have any pictures?
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  8. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    Miss that Bird, put just over 500 hours in her

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  9. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    Random Pic's of me on "vacation" in Iraq






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  10. TreeTopAirways added a topic in Technical tasks   

    Removing floats for the winter, putting gear on - information requested
    All,
    I will be removing the floats on my Avid and putting on the bungee gear, so I can fit it into the garage for the winter. I have watched a video on the procedure for a kitfox. Chain hosted the nose while supporting the tail. 
     
    Question
    What would be the best lifting point on the nose? 
    Any other tips greatly appreciated.
     
    Robin
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  11. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Fuselage Cleaning (Inside)   

    Thanks All,
    I will report on what works best.
     
    Robin
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  12. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic CONTRIBUTIONS TO KEEP SITE GOING   

    Check is in the mail
    TreeTopAirways
    Robin Floyd
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  13. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic CONTRIBUTIONS TO KEEP SITE GOING   

    Leni,
    Are you still at the same address in Soldotna?
    Robin
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  14. TreeTopAirways added a topic in Technical tasks   

    Fuselage Cleaning (Inside)
    All,
    Hope this is the right place to start this thread.
     
     
    The inside of my fuselage is filthy. The Avid Flyer has sat inside the hanger since 2003.
     
    It is sitting on floats, and so the fuselage is in a level position. There is a additional 9 gallon fuel tank in the rear (directly below the turtle deck). Sometime between 2003 and when I made the purchase this past summer, the rear fuel tank leaked and mixed with hydraulic fluid (retractable gear and hydraulic brakes). Add a few years of dust and dirt, I have a big mess.
     
    Question – What should I use to clean out the stain besides a match?
    Anyone have any luck with certain types of cleaners?
     
    Thanks,
    Robin

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  15. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Avid C Float Rigging   

    Mark,
    I sent the pictures to your email.
     
    Robin
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  16. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Control linkage   

    Akflyer,
    Yes, it is on top of the rod that connects the flaperons.
     
    High Country, thanks, parts are on order!
     
    ChrisB, do not have a picture at the moment.
     
    The part is broken right at the weld.
     
    Thanks All!
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  17. TreeTopAirways added a topic in Technical tasks   

    Control linkage
    All,
    I need to replace this part. It is located in the AFT Aileron Assembly.  It connects the main (aft) Aileron pivot arm to the push pull tube.  Any Help appreciated.
     
    Thanks,
    R Floyd
     


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  18. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Battery   

    Thanks everyone.
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  19. TreeTopAirways added a topic in Avid and Kitfox parts Suppliers   

    Battery
    Gents and Ladies,
    Need a battery for my Avid
    582 Rotax
     
    Thanks
    Robin
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  20. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    Sorry Brother, you know I cannot part with the floats, but if I find some for sale, will pass that info along.
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  21. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    Chris,
    That makes two of us on flying or riding in a float plane. I found out it was for sale, and said to myself, " I gotta have that" lol, My float instructor is up in Alaska. He will return in August. He has flown this plane many times, and said it is a great little performer on the water. Since he will not return until August, I will remove the floats, and put the "bungee" gear on her, then see if I still can fly a tail dragger. This will give me a chance to look the floats over, weigh them, make any repairs, grease the bearings and such.
    Robin
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  22. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    ChrisB,
    Hangered at Martin field. Yes sir would be awesome to meet up.
    Robin
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  23. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic New Avid Owner in the NorthWest   

    Thanks Guys! Ron, TLC – During the pre-buy I found one of the flaperon "hangers" was loose. I could move it about 1/16 of an inch. Both wings at the fuselage need re-taping. There is one patch on the horizontal stabilizer that needs to be re-done. I will have to replace one of the flaperon linkages. Fortunately the A&P who has performed the inspections will do the upcoming annual. I also will work with the float instructor who has flown the aircraft.
     
    The aircraft and I are in Walla Walla Washington.
     
    AV8r3400 – The engine is the 582 gray head. Has the 3-1 gearbox.
     
    Dynomike, - not for sure on the brand of floats, they are fiberglass.
     
    High Country – I will take pictures of the panel and post after work.
     
    Robin.
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  24. TreeTopAirways added a topic in Introduce yourself   

    New Avid Owner in the NorthWest
    Hello All - purchased an Avid Flyer. It needs a little TLC, hope to have it flying soon.
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  25. TreeTopAirways added a post in a topic Early Avid Flyer rotax 532 or 582   

    Thanks for the replies. Next time, I will look for the placard.
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