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Subject: | Woodcomp Three Blade Prop |
Tim:
Thank you for your reply, and your invitation to visit you and see the
Allegro you are finishing up. I also am a retired engineer (Civil). I
retired for Duke Power in 1993 after 30 years service and started a
consulting business that same year with a young Civil Engineer. After 12
years in that business I turned it over to my partner and retired for the
second time. I flew sailplanes for a sport many years ago and always wanted
to continue flying, but work and family came first so I let my sailplane
flying dwindle away. I did, and still hold a Private Rating in Sailplanes
(which is considered a Light Sport Aircraft).
I would like to fly down to see your Allegro. I would prefer to land at
Monroe rather than your short field. I am properly equipped to enter
Charlotte Class B air space, (i.e. radio, Transponder Mode C w/ alt encoder,
etc.); however I would choose to stay under the floor of Charlotte's Class B
airspace. What route would you suggest I take to come down to Monroe from
Laney's? I am planning to fly over to Shelby on Saturday for a fly-in (if
the weather holds), but would like to come down one day next week. Let me
know what day would be best for you.
Regards,
Hugh McKay
Allegro 2000
Rotax 912 UL
N661WW
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 1:25 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I have flown to Laney's for the fly-in several times. My Allegro is not
flying yet although I have had it up to 65 MPH on the runway. I have not
changed the registration yet and have to have it inspected by the FAA for
the category change. My airstrip is 3 miles Northwest of Monroe airport and
is only 1275 feet long with some pretty tall obstructions on both ends. You
can see a picture of it on my web site www.tm-designs-online.com . I am
currently flying a Quicksilver GT-500 with an 80 HP Hirth F30 engine in it.
If you want to fly into Monroe Airport, I can pick you up and give you the
tour. If you think that your short field technique is good, you are welcome
to try my field. I am retired and at home most of the time.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:33 AM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim:
I am located at Laney's Airport near Maiden, NC (N92). I did not know you
were so close to my location. Are you flying your plane yet? If not maybe I
could fly down and visit you some time. Since I built my Allegro 2000 it
also is an E-LSA.
Let me know.
Hugh McKay
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:06 AM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I am located in Monroe, NC near the airport. The best I can tell, my
Allegro was wrecked by a student pilot during a crosswind landing at Sanford
Airport. After rebuilding the plane, I noticed that the aircraft only had
about 2/3 of the required rudder travel due to the rudder cables being
adjusted too tight. This might have contributed to the crash. I believe
these cables are rigged there at Sanford.
Tim
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2008 10:07 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim: I just received the prop tape sold by Powerfin and will be putting it
on my Woodcomp prop this week. I will let you know how it performs. By the
way, where are you located? Also, what were the circumstances surrounding
the wrecking of the Allegro at Sanford?
Hugh
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 9:22 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
My airplane is the one that was wrecked in Sanford in 2006. It has been
rebuilt, but is re-registered as an E-LSA. The wings are still in primer,
but so far everything is performing fine other than a plastic brake line
that broke a couple of weeks ago. It looks like it hot too hot at the
caliper and had a "blow-out". I wonder if this has happened to anyone else.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 9:11 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim: Thanks for the info on Powerfin. I will contact them today. One the
other matter, that does not surprise me at all. In fact I am surprised you
received it at all!! How is you airplane performing?
Hugh
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 5:56 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I replaced my tape with the tape used by the Powerfin propeller company. It
is more durable than the factory tape and does not show signs of creeping.
A note of interest that is off the subject...I ordered a flap eyebolt from
Sanford on May 2nd 2008; I received it today.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
hgmckay@bellsouth.net
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 10:24 AM
Subject: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
I am interested in further comments on protecting the leading edge of the
WoodComp three blade prop. As stated before, the prop which is on my Allegro
2000 had what appeared to be black electrical tape on the leading edge. Over
time the centrifugal force of the rotating prop has caused he tape to creep
towards the tips of each blade to the point I have now removed the remaining
tape. This tape was on the leading edge to offer some protection during
operation. What has been the experience of others who have this prop and
tape on their aircraft. I have gotten some information about using a 3M tape
product, but would like to know what other alternatives may be available. I
am also interested in what type adhesive would be required to keep any other
type tape from creeping just as the original tape did.
Hugh McKay
Allegro 2000
Rotax 912 UL
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
9:25 PM
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
7:29 AM
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
7:29 AM
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Subject: | Woodcomp Three Blade Prop |
Hugh,
You are welcome any day that the weather suits you, just let me know a
little in advance. As to the route; I do not have a sectional in front of
me right now, but right off hand I would suggest a route to the North of
Charlotte staying under the Class B airspace. My address and phone number
are listed below. I also worked for Duke Power (11 years) and am also a
retired engineer, and did machine design up until 1982 when I retired due to
health issues.
Tim Moses
3115 Wesley Chapel Stouts Rd.
Monroe, NC 28110
704-289-1645
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2008 10:03 AM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim:
Thank you for your reply, and your invitation to visit you and see the
Allegro you are finishing up. I also am a retired engineer (Civil). I
retired for Duke Power in 1993 after 30 years service and started a
consulting business that same year with a young Civil Engineer. After 12
years in that business I turned it over to my partner and retired for the
second time. I flew sailplanes for a sport many years ago and always wanted
to continue flying, but work and family came first so I let my sailplane
flying dwindle away. I did, and still hold a Private Rating in Sailplanes
(which is considered a Light Sport Aircraft).
I would like to fly down to see your Allegro. I would prefer to land at
Monroe rather than your short field. I am properly equipped to enter
Charlotte Class B air space, (i.e. radio, Transponder Mode C w/ alt encoder,
etc.); however I would choose to stay under the floor of Charlotte's Class B
airspace. What route would you suggest I take to come down to Monroe from
Laney's? I am planning to fly over to Shelby on Saturday for a fly-in (if
the weather holds), but would like to come down one day next week. Let me
know what day would be best for you.
Regards,
Hugh McKay
Allegro 2000
Rotax 912 UL
N661WW
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 1:25 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I have flown to Laney's for the fly-in several times. My Allegro is not
flying yet although I have had it up to 65 MPH on the runway. I have not
changed the registration yet and have to have it inspected by the FAA for
the category change. My airstrip is 3 miles Northwest of Monroe airport and
is only 1275 feet long with some pretty tall obstructions on both ends. You
can see a picture of it on my web site www.tm-designs-online.com . I am
currently flying a Quicksilver GT-500 with an 80 HP Hirth F30 engine in it.
If you want to fly into Monroe Airport, I can pick you up and give you the
tour. If you think that your short field technique is good, you are welcome
to try my field. I am retired and at home most of the time.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:33 AM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim:
I am located at Laney's Airport near Maiden, NC (N92). I did not know you
were so close to my location. Are you flying your plane yet? If not maybe I
could fly down and visit you some time. Since I built my Allegro 2000 it
also is an E-LSA.
Let me know.
Hugh McKay
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 9:06 AM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I am located in Monroe, NC near the airport. The best I can tell, my
Allegro was wrecked by a student pilot during a crosswind landing at Sanford
Airport. After rebuilding the plane, I noticed that the aircraft only had
about 2/3 of the required rudder travel due to the rudder cables being
adjusted too tight. This might have contributed to the crash. I believe
these cables are rigged there at Sanford.
Tim
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2008 10:07 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim: I just received the prop tape sold by Powerfin and will be putting it
on my Woodcomp prop this week. I will let you know how it performs. By the
way, where are you located? Also, what were the circumstances surrounding
the wrecking of the Allegro at Sanford?
Hugh
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 9:22 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
My airplane is the one that was wrecked in Sanford in 2006. It has been
rebuilt, but is re-registered as an E-LSA. The wings are still in primer,
but so far everything is performing fine other than a plastic brake line
that broke a couple of weeks ago. It looks like it hot too hot at the
caliper and had a "blow-out". I wonder if this has happened to anyone else.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hugh
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 9:11 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Tim: Thanks for the info on Powerfin. I will contact them today. One the
other matter, that does not surprise me at all. In fact I am surprised you
received it at all!! How is you airplane performing?
Hugh
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of TIM MOSES
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 5:56 PM
Subject: RE: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
Hugh,
I replaced my tape with the tape used by the Powerfin propeller company. It
is more durable than the factory tape and does not show signs of creeping.
A note of interest that is off the subject...I ordered a flap eyebolt from
Sanford on May 2nd 2008; I received it today.
Tim Moses
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-allegro-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
hgmckay@bellsouth.net
Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 10:24 AM
Subject: Allegro-List: Woodcomp Three Blade Prop
I am interested in further comments on protecting the leading edge of the
WoodComp three blade prop. As stated before, the prop which is on my Allegro
2000 had what appeared to be black electrical tape on the leading edge. Over
time the centrifugal force of the rotating prop has caused he tape to creep
towards the tips of each blade to the point I have now removed the remaining
tape. This tape was on the leading edge to offer some protection during
operation. What has been the experience of others who have this prop and
tape on their aircraft. I have gotten some information about using a 3M tape
product, but would like to know what other alternatives may be available. I
am also interested in what type adhesive would be required to keep any other
type tape from creeping just as the original tape did.
Hugh McKay
Allegro 2000
Rotax 912 UL
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
9:25 PM
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
7:29 AM
Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com
7:29 AM
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