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1. 01:16 AM - Re: Europa-List Digest: 10 Msgs - 03/28/05 (Graham Singleton)
2. 02:28 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Alan Burrows)
3. 03:32 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Bill Henderson)
4. 04:42 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Alan Burrows)
5. 04:53 AM - Mono Brake Bleed (Jim Butcher)
6. 04:53 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Bill Henderson)
7. 05:10 AM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (Paul McAllister)
8. 05:33 AM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (Fred Fillinger)
9. 05:38 AM - Re: Before Installing Cockpit Module (Fred Fillinger)
10. 05:55 AM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (R.C.Harrison)
11. 05:55 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Jim Puglise)
12. 06:11 AM - Europaowners Gallery (Troy Maynor)
13. 07:07 AM - WOODCOMP Kremen Propeller SR2000 (mau11)
14. 09:04 AM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (N55XS)
15. 09:19 AM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (Peter Rees)
16. 11:55 AM - Re: Sun' n Fun (Steven Pitt)
17. 12:25 PM - Radio question (Paul Stewart)
18. 01:16 PM - Re: Radio question (ivor.phillips)
19. 01:34 PM - Re: WOODCOMP Kremen Propeller SR2000 (Houlihan,Tim)
20. 02:14 PM - Aerodur (Paul Stewart)
21. 02:32 PM - Rotax 912S power issue (Sven den Boer)
22. 02:39 PM - Re: Radio question ()
23. 02:49 PM - Re: Mono Brake Bleed (Jim Brown)
24. 04:09 PM - Re: Radio question (Paul McAllister)
25. 05:07 PM - Re: Rotax 912S power issue (Cliff Shaw)
26. 05:46 PM - Re: Radio question (Kingsley Hurst)
27. 06:31 PM - Re: Radio question ()
28. 07:10 PM - FIRST FLIGHT (CHUCK RHOADS)
29. 08:44 PM - Re: FIRST FLIGHT (JEFF ROBERTS)
30. 09:53 PM - Rudder cable routing (grroberts3@juno.com)
31. 10:55 PM - Re: Rotax 912S power issue (R Holder)
32. 11:40 PM - Re: Radio question (Kingsley Hurst)
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Subject: | Re: Europa-List Digest: 10 Msgs - 03/28/05 |
--> Europa-List message posted by: Graham Singleton <graham@gflight.f9.co.uk>
> it was said the crash requirements drove the rubber
> tube.
>
That would require an all-knowing assumption as to the most common
destruction mode of the structure in the event of a crash. Then test
it, both metal and rubber lines, in crashes. :-) Our gov't actually
does that for free, where auto mfrs supply vehicles to crash, and
"Detroit" at times gets it wrong.
Common practice if in doubt is a short flexible hose at the tank,
thence aluminum. Seems not much space at the tank outlet to provide
for "crashability" by design of the bend in a pipe and attention to
attach points. 2024 aluminum is common with fuel lines.
Most people use 3003 Versatube for the fuel lines, sometimes 5052 which is
a bit stiffer. versatube is almost as soft as rubber (;-)
Not too difficult to go all the way to the firewall. IMHO 2024 is too stiff .
Graham
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst out
there?
Alan
Trigear G CBWF
914 airmaster
Aprox 120 hrs
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
Huntington
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
--> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
--> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
Further to my last message, my email address is
rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750. Thanks
for the recommendation Jim.
Rob Huntington
Phoenix Composites
Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
Rmi-
If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite Crafters
in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have done, but I
am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that part of the
country.
Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi Guerner
Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate to
talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the Phoenix
area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi Guerner
F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914 to a 912S.
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson" <europabill@bellsouth.net>
If I read the vendor list correctly it appears Europa will be at Sun-n-Fun
this year in space S-024. The map shows them across from the food area on
the back row against the trees. We might could all meet up at their
location and plan something for later on in the week. Maybe find us a local
restaurant and do our own "mini" banquet even if it's just McDonald's.....
Bill
A010 Europa Monowheel Classic
Atlanta, GA.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>
> I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
> europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst out
> there?
>
> Alan
> Trigear G CBWF
> 914 airmaster
> Aprox 120 hrs
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
> Huntington
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
> --> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
>
> Further to my last message, my email address is
> rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750. Thanks
> for the recommendation Jim.
>
> Rob Huntington
> Phoenix Composites
>
> Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
>
> Rmi-
>
> If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
> Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite Crafters
> in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have done, but I
> am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that part of the
> country.
>
> Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi Guerner
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
>
>
> Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
> will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
> following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate to
> talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the Phoenix
> area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi Guerner
> F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914 to a 912S.
>
>
> ---------------------------------
>
>
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
I'm up for that can we fix something up and maybe leave a note with
Europa advising of the time and place so others can get details as they
visit the stand
Alan
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
Henderson
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
--> <europabill@bellsouth.net>
If I read the vendor list correctly it appears Europa will be at
Sun-n-Fun
this year in space S-024. The map shows them across from the food area
on
the back row against the trees. We might could all meet up at their
location and plan something for later on in the week. Maybe find us a
local
restaurant and do our own "mini" banquet even if it's just
McDonald's.....
Bill
A010 Europa Monowheel Classic
Atlanta, GA.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>
> I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
> europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst
> out there?
>
> Alan
> Trigear G CBWF
> 914 airmaster
> Aprox 120 hrs
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
> Huntington
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
> --> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
>
> Further to my last message, my email address is
> rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750. Thanks
> for the recommendation Jim.
>
> Rob Huntington
> Phoenix Composites
>
> Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
>
> Rmi-
>
> If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
> Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite
> Crafters in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have
> done, but I am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that
> part of the country.
>
> Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi
> Guerner
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
>
>
> Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
> will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
> following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate
> to talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the
> Phoenix area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi
> Guerner F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914 to
> a 912S.
>
>
> ---------------------------------
>
>
>
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Subject: | Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand that the
fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how does one do this?
I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it would suck up the fluid
without success. Also tried filling the master cylinder and pumping fluid to
the caliper without success. I notice on this forum that Bob Harrison used a
"squeezy bottle" to force fluid into the caliper. What's a "squeezy bottle"?
Thanks
Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
finishing engine install & FWF wiring
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson" <europabill@bellsouth.net>
Guess we can play it by ear when we get there. I'll be arriving on
Wednesday, 4/13. Maybe whoever get's there first can talk with someone from
Europa and see if we can set something up.
Anyone out there have any ideas?????
Bill
A010 Monowheel Classic
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>
> I'm up for that can we fix something up and maybe leave a note with
> Europa advising of the time and place so others can get details as they
> visit the stand
>
> Alan
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
> Henderson
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
> --> <europabill@bellsouth.net>
>
> If I read the vendor list correctly it appears Europa will be at
> Sun-n-Fun
> this year in space S-024. The map shows them across from the food area
> on
> the back row against the trees. We might could all meet up at their
> location and plan something for later on in the week. Maybe find us a
> local
> restaurant and do our own "mini" banquet even if it's just
> McDonald's.....
>
> Bill
> A010 Europa Monowheel Classic
> Atlanta, GA.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
>> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>>
>> I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
>> europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst
>> out there?
>>
>> Alan
>> Trigear G CBWF
>> 914 airmaster
>> Aprox 120 hrs
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
>> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
>> Huntington
>> To: europa-list@matronics.com
>> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>>
>>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
>> --> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
>>
>> Further to my last message, my email address is
>> rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750. Thanks
>
>> for the recommendation Jim.
>>
>> Rob Huntington
>> Phoenix Composites
>>
>> Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
>>
>> Rmi-
>>
>> If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
>> Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite
>> Crafters in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have
>> done, but I am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that
>> part of the country.
>>
>> Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
>> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi
>> Guerner
>> To: europa-list@matronics.com
>> Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
>>
>>
>> Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
>> will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
>> following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate
>> to talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the
>> Phoenix area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi
>> Guerner F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914 to
>
>> a 912S.
>>
>>
>> ---------------------------------
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Paul McAllister" <paul.mcallister@qia.net>
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
Subject: Europa-List: Mono Brake Bleed
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
>
> Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand that
> the fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how does
> one do this? I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it would
> suck up the fluid without success. Also tried filling the master cylinder
> and pumping fluid to the caliper without success. I notice on this forum
> that Bob Harrison used a "squeezy bottle" to force fluid into the caliper.
> What's a "squeezy bottle"?
>
> Thanks
>
> Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
> finishing engine install & FWF wiring
>
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Fred Fillinger" <n3eu@comcast.net>
Jim Butcher wrote:
> Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel....
Harbor Freight and such sell a manual vacuum pump, inlcuding a clever
bottle used to intercept and observe fluid sucked out of the bleeder
screw. Just need to keep the master cylinder level up. My IA/A&P
with 50 yrs exp, and erstwhile A&P school instructor, had never seen
that technique and was rather amazed as I was quickly completing a
brake ass'y swap. It's handy also to find leaks in static lines, if
very careful to avoid sudden pressure changes in pressure instruments.
Reg,
Fred F.
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Subject: | Re: Before Installing Cockpit Module |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Fred Fillinger" <n3eu@comcast.net>
>> 2024 aluminum is common with fuel lines.
> Most people use 3003 Versatube for the fuel lines, sometimes
> 5052 which is a bit stiffer. versatube is almost as soft as rubber
(;-)
> Not too difficult to go all the way to the firewall. IMHO 2024 is
too stiff .
> Graham
Come to think, I have to agree on ductile 3003. Just doesn't look as
pretty. There was an interesting NASA display at an Oshkosh once.
Actual crashed fiberglass structures; slow-motion video of their
tests. Composites flex very considerably, before tearing the cloth,
giving the final appearance of the plane just "breaking" in places.
After seeing all that, I concluded a flex line at least at the tank
connections might be best. But I really don't know for sure!
Reg,
Fred F.
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Subject: | Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "R.C.Harrison" <ptag.dev@tiscali.co.uk>
Hi! Jim .
For the initial charging of the fluid obviously air rises so the bleed
screw needs to be at the low side of the slave or calliper cylinder and
the system supply pipe needs connecting at the upper location on the
calliper back to the master cylinder. This enables the air to rise and
be forced back through the system to exit at the master cylinder. To
pressure feed from the bleed nipple I connected a flexible pipe to the
top of a washing up soap bottle or any clean plastic bottle (preferably
clear so you can see the oil air levels) full of the requisite oil,
inverted the bottle after connection then squeeze the bottle, pressure
forcing oil from the bottle through the slave cylinder back to the
master cylinder taking all air before it. You must stop before the
squeeze bottle is empty though or you will be pushing air in again!
Regards
Bob Harrison G-PTAG Europa MKI/Jabiru 3300
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Butcher
Subject: Europa-List: Mono Brake Bleed
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand
that the fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how
does one do this? I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it
would suck up the fluid without success. Also tried filling the master
cylinder and pumping fluid to the caliper without success. I notice on
this forum that Bob Harrison used a "squeezy bottle" to force fluid into
the caliper. What's a "squeezy bottle"?
Thanks
Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
finishing engine install & FWF wiring
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise" <jimpuglise@comcast.net>
I talked with Bob Berube from Flite Crafters and they will be building a
Zeanir (I think) at Sun-N-Fun. I sure he would serve as an unofficial
meeting place. Lynne and I will be there Thursday and Friday.
Jim Puglise, A283
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
Henderson
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
<europabill@bellsouth.net>
Guess we can play it by ear when we get there. I'll be arriving on
Wednesday, 4/13. Maybe whoever get's there first can talk with someone
from
Europa and see if we can set something up.
Anyone out there have any ideas?????
Bill
A010 Monowheel Classic
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>
> I'm up for that can we fix something up and maybe leave a note with
> Europa advising of the time and place so others can get details as
they
> visit the stand
>
> Alan
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
> Henderson
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
> --> <europabill@bellsouth.net>
>
> If I read the vendor list correctly it appears Europa will be at
> Sun-n-Fun
> this year in space S-024. The map shows them across from the food
area
> on
> the back row against the trees. We might could all meet up at their
> location and plan something for later on in the week. Maybe find us a
> local
> restaurant and do our own "mini" banquet even if it's just
> McDonald's.....
>
> Bill
> A010 Europa Monowheel Classic
> Atlanta, GA.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
>> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
>>
>> I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
>> europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst
>> out there?
>>
>> Alan
>> Trigear G CBWF
>> 914 airmaster
>> Aprox 120 hrs
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
>> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
>> Huntington
>> To: europa-list@matronics.com
>> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>>
>>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
>> --> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
>>
>> Further to my last message, my email address is
>> rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750.
Thanks
>
>> for the recommendation Jim.
>>
>> Rob Huntington
>> Phoenix Composites
>>
>> Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
>>
>> Rmi-
>>
>> If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
>> Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite
>> Crafters in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have
>> done, but I am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that
>> part of the country.
>>
>> Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
>> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi
>> Guerner
>> To: europa-list@matronics.com
>> Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>>
>> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
>>
>>
>> Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
>> will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
>> following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate
>> to talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the
>> Phoenix area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi
>> Guerner F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914
to
>
>> a 912S.
>>
>>
>> ---------------------------------
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
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Subject: | Europaowners Gallery |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Troy Maynor" <wingnut54@charter.net>
<<<If you are dead set NOT to use rubber, check out Bob Borgers installation
of
the fuel lines on the WWW.Europaowners.org site. A nice set up of flexible
nylon lines. >>>>
Hello,
I was wondering if someone could include the builders' names on all of the
albums. I could not find these pictures. The server seemed to not be loading
most of the pictures anyway. I may have been a temporary problem. Thanks.
Troy
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Subject: | WOODCOMP Kremen Propeller SR2000 |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "mau11" <mau11@free.fr>
I heard a Europa builders buy this propeller in UK.
Do you have flight news?
Do you have a PFA documents to install this propeller with a 912 engine
on a Europa monowheel?
Thank you
--|--
--------(*)--------
Michel AUVRAY N=B0145
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Subject: | Re: Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: N55XS <topglock@cox.net>
Jim Butcher wrote:
>--> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
>
>Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand that the
fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how does one do this?
I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it would suck up the fluid
without success. Also tried filling the master cylinder and pumping fluid to
the caliper without success. I notice on this forum that Bob Harrison used
a "squeezy bottle" to force fluid into the caliper. What's a "squeezy bottle"?
>
>Thanks
>
>Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
>finishing engine install & FWF wiring
>
>
>
>
Jim,
I went through all the usual headaches, including the suction pump, on
my tri-grear. My solution was to fill the reservoir and pressurise it
to about 30 PSI, using an air supply and blowgun, having my son open the
caliper bleeder and pushing about 3/4s of the the fluid out of the
reservoir, before closing the bleeder and refilling the reservoir.
After about three refills, the system was bubble free and working fine.
Jeff - A055
Almost there. FWF left to do, before first flight...
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Subject: | Re: Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Peter Rees" <peter.rees05@ntlworld.com>
If the brakes on the mono wheel are anything like those on our Tri - its
simple - use a syringe and a bit of tubing. Remove the bleed valve on the
master cylinder, fit the syringe to the bleed nipple on the wheel cylinder
using the short length of tubing and 'inject' the fluid until the syringe is
almost empty - then lock the nipple off and repeat until the master cylinder
is full.
Worked a treat for me - took about 10 minutes (plus an hour to find the
right size tubing).
Peter
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
Subject: Europa-List: Mono Brake Bleed
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
>
> Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand that
> the fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how does
> one do this? I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it would
> suck up the fluid without success. Also tried filling the master cylinder
> and pumping fluid to the caliper without success. I notice on this forum
> that Bob Harrison used a "squeezy bottle" to force fluid into the caliper.
> What's a "squeezy bottle"?
>
> Thanks
>
> Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
> finishing engine install & FWF wiring
>
>
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Steven Pitt" <steven.pitt2@ntlworld.com>
Dear All
I will be out at Sun'n'Fun for the week and should have Andy Draper and a
couple of others staying with me in Kissimmee.
I do have a couple of beds to let for the week so if anyone is interested
contact me off line.
Regards
Steve Pitt #403 XS Trigear G-SMDH
(frustratingly close to lift off - if I ever finish the sanding and
filling!!!)
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Puglise" <jimpuglise@comcast.net>
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise" <jimpuglise@comcast.net>
>
> I talked with Bob Berube from Flite Crafters and they will be building a
> Zeanir (I think) at Sun-N-Fun. I sure he would serve as an unofficial
> meeting place. Lynne and I will be there Thursday and Friday.
>
> Jim Puglise, A283
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
> Henderson
> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
> <europabill@bellsouth.net>
>
> Guess we can play it by ear when we get there. I'll be arriving on
> Wednesday, 4/13. Maybe whoever get's there first can talk with someone
> from
> Europa and see if we can set something up.
> Anyone out there have any ideas?????
>
> Bill
> A010 Monowheel Classic
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
>
>
> > --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> > <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> >
> > I'm up for that can we fix something up and maybe leave a note with
> > Europa advising of the time and place so others can get details as
> they
> > visit the stand
> >
> > Alan
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill
> > Henderson
> > To: europa-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> >
> >
> > --> Europa-List message posted by: "Bill Henderson"
> > --> <europabill@bellsouth.net>
> >
> > If I read the vendor list correctly it appears Europa will be at
> > Sun-n-Fun
> > this year in space S-024. The map shows them across from the food
> area
> > on
> > the back row against the trees. We might could all meet up at their
> > location and plan something for later on in the week. Maybe find us a
> > local
> > restaurant and do our own "mini" banquet even if it's just
> > McDonald's.....
> >
> > Bill
> > A010 Europa Monowheel Classic
> > Atlanta, GA.
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Alan Burrows" <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> > To: <europa-list@matronics.com>
> > Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> >
> >
> >> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Alan Burrows"
> >> <alan@kestrel-insurance.com>
> >>
> >> I am flying from U.K. this weekend to attend Sun n Fun is there any
> >> europa gathering taking place, if not anyone fancy meeting up whilst
> >> out there?
> >>
> >> Alan
> >> Trigear G CBWF
> >> 914 airmaster
> >> Aprox 120 hrs
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> >> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rob
> >> Huntington
> >> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> >> Subject: RE: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> >>
> >>
> >> --> Europa-List message posted by: Rob Huntington
> >> --> <robertodue2002@yahoo.com>
> >>
> >> Further to my last message, my email address is
> >> rob@phoenixcomposites.com and our phone number is 480-924-9750.
> Thanks
> >
> >> for the recommendation Jim.
> >>
> >> Rob Huntington
> >> Phoenix Composites
> >>
> >> Jim Puglise <jimpuglise@comcast.net> wrote:
> >> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Puglise"
> >>
> >> Rmi-
> >>
> >> If you are going to Phoenix, you need to hook up with the people at
> >> Phoenix Composites. They were doing something similar to Flite
> >> Crafters in the Phoenix area. I don't know how many Europas they have
> >> done, but I am sure they have a handle on who is doing what in that
> >> part of the country.
> >>
> >> Jim, A283, Punta Gorda, FL
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
> >> [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rmi
> >> Guerner
> >> To: europa-list@matronics.com
> >> Subject: Europa-List: Sun' n Fun
> >>
> >> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Rmi Guerner"
> >>
> >>
> >> Any Europa going to Sunn Fun ? I will be there on April 12 and 13 and
> >> will be happy to meet with other Europa owners. I will spend the
> >> following week-end (April 16-17 ) in Phoenix, AZ. I would appreciate
> >> to talk Europa with those of you who are flying/building in the
> >> Phoenix area. Please let me know if we can arrange a meeting . Remi
> >> Guerner F-PGKL, XS S/N395 monowheel, 300 hours, upgraded from a 914
> to
> >
> >> a 912S.
> >>
> >>
> >> ---------------------------------
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Stewart <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
Following a few threads over the past year or so with regard to the XCOM
760 radio I thought the views of the CAA might be of interest:
Dear Mr Stewart
Unfortunately, the XCOM 760 is not approved for use in Europe either under
the CAA or EASA, it is only approved in the USA and Australia.
It is not possible at this time to approve the equipment through EASA as no
agreement between the authorities, or higher (i.e.. government) exists.
If you require further information or assistance, then please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely
Mrs Helen Brown
Administrator
Aircraft Systems & Equipment Department
Civil Aviation Authority
Safety Regulation Group
Aviation House
Gatwick Airport South
West Sussex
RH6 0YR
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Subject: | Re: Radio question |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "ivor.phillips" <ivor.phillips@ntlworld.com>
This is the reply i had from XCOM earlier this week on this issue.
We are still working at it... with approvals for Finland now done
acceptance should be automatic, will keep you posted.
Thanks Michael
ivor.phillips wrote:
> What progress have you had with certifying the Xcom 760 with the CAA
> for use in United Kingdom Airspace ?
>
> regards
> Ivor Phillips
>
--
With regards, Michael Coates
XCOM Avionics
mailto:info@xcom760.com
Web Site: http://www.xcom760.com
From: "Paul Stewart" <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
Subject: Europa-List: Radio question
> --> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Stewart <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
>
> Following a few threads over the past year or so with regard to the XCOM
> 760 radio I thought the views of the CAA might be of interest:
>
> Dear Mr Stewart
>
> Unfortunately, the XCOM 760 is not approved for use in Europe either under
> the CAA or EASA, it is only approved in the USA and Australia.
>
> It is not possible at this time to approve the equipment through EASA as
> no
> agreement between the authorities, or higher (i.e.. government) exists.
>
> If you require further information or assistance, then please do not
> hesitate to contact me.
>
> Yours sincerely
>
> Mrs Helen Brown
>
> Administrator
> Aircraft Systems & Equipment Department
>
> Civil Aviation Authority
> Safety Regulation Group
> Aviation House
> Gatwick Airport South
> West Sussex
> RH6 0YR
>
>
>
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Subject: | WOODCOMP Kremen Propeller SR2000 |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Houlihan,Tim" <tim.houlihan@oce.co.uk>
I have recently taken delivery of an SR2000 prop for my Europa Classic, but
no flight details yet.
Woodcomp have developed a spinner to suit the Rotax powered classic
aircraft and I must say it looks great.
At least one other classic owner has ordered a Woodcomp so we can expect
some news soon.
regards
Tim Houlihan
No 10 G-BZTH
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of mau11
Subject: Europa-List: WOODCOMP Kremen Propeller SR2000
--> Europa-List message posted by: "mau11" <mau11@free.fr>
I heard a Europa builders buy this propeller in UK.
Do you have flight news?
Do you have a PFA documents to install this propeller with a 912 engine
on a Europa monowheel?
Thank you
--|--
--------(*)--------
Michel AUVRAY N=B0145
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--> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Stewart <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
Anyone got ay experience of using Aerodur's brushing filler (pin hole
filler)
Regards
Paul Stewart
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Subject: | Rotax 912S power issue |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Sven den Boer" <svendenboer@quicknet.nl>
During take-off power no problems, at throtlinging back 200-300 rpm at 700
feet, the engine starts to run rough for 1-2 seconds, as if it's running on
3 cylinders, thereafter no observations.
Engine has been checked by Rotax dealer on ignition and carb balancing,
nothing found.
Any suggestions ?
Sven den Boer
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--> Europa-List message posted by: <beecho@beecho.org>
Folks, a word of caution when dealing with XCOM.
I ordered their intercom and a harness to switch between two Microair 760's.
The harness was junk and did not work. Michael would go months and months
without answering my emails. Finally, after two years he said send it back
and he would refund my $$ by crediting my credit card. He did not refund
the money.
Beware!
Tom Friedland A079 XS mono Jab3300 Airmaster
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of ivor.phillips
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Radio question
--> Europa-List message posted by: "ivor.phillips"
--> <ivor.phillips@ntlworld.com>
This is the reply i had from XCOM earlier this week on this issue.
We are still working at it... with approvals for Finland now done acceptance
should be automatic, will keep you posted.
Thanks Michael
ivor.phillips wrote:
> What progress have you had with certifying the Xcom 760 with the CAA
> for use in United Kingdom Airspace ?
>
> regards
> Ivor Phillips
>
--
With regards, Michael Coates
XCOM Avionics
mailto:info@xcom760.com
Web Site: http://www.xcom760.com
From: "Paul Stewart" <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
Subject: Europa-List: Radio question
> --> Europa-List message posted by: Paul Stewart
> --> <europa@pstewart.f2s.com>
>
> Following a few threads over the past year or so with regard to the
> XCOM 760 radio I thought the views of the CAA might be of interest:
>
> Dear Mr Stewart
>
> Unfortunately, the XCOM 760 is not approved for use in Europe either
> under the CAA or EASA, it is only approved in the USA and Australia.
>
> It is not possible at this time to approve the equipment through EASA
> as
> no
> agreement between the authorities, or higher (i.e.. government) exists.
>
> If you require further information or assistance, then please do not
> hesitate to contact me.
>
> Yours sincerely
>
> Mrs Helen Brown
>
> Administrator
> Aircraft Systems & Equipment Department
>
> Civil Aviation Authority
> Safety Regulation Group
> Aviation House
> Gatwick Airport South
> West Sussex
> RH6 0YR
>
>
>
--
No virus found in this incoming message.
--
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Subject: | Re: Mono Brake Bleed |
--> Europa-List message posted by: Jim Brown <acrojim@cfl.rr.com>
Jim
Go to a hardware store, they have oil can oilers, they hold about 6 ounces of oil
or brake fluid, it has a flexible spout that you can put a piece of rubber
on and connect to the bleeding valve, then just pump the brake fluid up to the
master cylinder. It goes without saying to loosen the cap on the master cylinder
so that the air will have a place to escape. The oiler has a one way valve
so that the fluid will not run back into it.
This is the way I do my monowheel
Jim Brown
N398JB
600 + hrs
Jim Butcher wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Jim Butcher" <europa@triton.net>
>
> Having difficulity bleeding the brake on our monowheel. I understand that the
fluid needs to enter at the bleed valve on the caliper but how does one do this?
I tried just pumping the master cylinder hoping it would suck up the fluid
without success. Also tried filling the master cylinder and pumping fluid
to the caliper without success. I notice on this forum that Bob Harrison used
a "squeezy bottle" to force fluid into the caliper. What's a "squeezy bottle"?
>
> Thanks
>
> Jim Butcher A185 B241BW
> finishing engine install & FWF wiring
>
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Subject: | Re: Radio question |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Paul McAllister" <paul.mcallister@qia.net>
Hi all,
Interestingly enough I had exactly the reverse service. My XCOM intercom
took a dump so I called Michael up. He immediately shipped me a brand new
one with a return envelope for the old one. No money changed hands.
I did find that emails to him never worked, I used the telephone.
Paul
> Folks, a word of caution when dealing with XCOM.
>
> I ordered their intercom and a harness to switch between two Microair
> 760's.
> The harness was junk and did not work. Michael would go months and months
> without answering my emails. Finally, after two years he said send it
> back
> and he would refund my $$ by crediting my credit card. He did not refund
> the money.
>
> Beware!
>
> Tom Friedland A079 XS mono Jab3300 Airmaster
>
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Subject: | Re: Rotax 912S power issue |
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Cliff Shaw" <flyinggpa@comcast.net>
Sven den Boer
I think I had similar problems. I have done several thing and now things are
working much better. It is very unnerving to do a clime-out and then back
off on the throttle only to have the engine start to run rough. When I went
back to full power it was OK and then ran rough again when I pulled the
throttle back a little.
One thing that helped was to remember to put the carb vent tubes in the air
box. This is not in the firewall foreword instruction, but it is in the
Rotax service manual. (I found it there later) Another thing is to increase
the spring tension on the carbs for the throttle cable. The spring that
pulls the cable to full throttle. These springs are a bit week for the way I
installed the cables.
And the last thought on this problem is "carb ice" . I thought at one time
that was the answer, now I am not so sure. I did install Skydrive Carb
Heaters, and a bunch of work with the muffler (silence for the decedents of
my ancestors) to prevent backfiring and the resulting high temperature in
the lower cowling.
Cliff Shaw
1041 Euclid ave.
Edmonds, WA 98020
425 776 5555
http://www.europaowners.org/WileE
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sven den Boer" <svendenboer@quicknet.nl>
Subject: Europa-List: Rotax 912S power issue
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Sven den Boer"
> <svendenboer@quicknet.nl>
>
> During take-off power no problems, at throtlinging back 200-300 rpm at 700
> feet, the engine starts to run rough for 1-2 seconds, as if it's running
> on
> 3 cylinders, thereafter no observations.
> Engine has been checked by Rotax dealer on ignition and carb balancing,
> nothing found.
> Any suggestions ?
>
> Sven den Boer
>
>
>
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Kingsley Hurst" <hurstkr@growzone.com.au>
Tom,
Why are you so keen to beat up XCOM all the time? You do it every
chance you get.
Because of what you have said on this list, I took Michael Coates to
task before I ordered my XCOM 760 radio and the story he relates to me
about his dealings with you conveys a very different story.
I sent him a copy of your latest posting a couple of hours ago by e-mail
and received his reply exactly 30 minutes later. He commented that you
were refunded on your Credit Card about 6 months ago. He is also
wondering if you can explain his other satisfied customers totalling 400
odd XCOM 760 radio and 500 odd intercoms ??
On another occasion I asked Michael for his right of reply to your
intercom 'junk' harness experience . . . . . the one you returned after
having modified it yourself. It is not my intention to enlarge on this
now but if you keep up the bagging of XCOM, I may seek approval to
publish what I was told.
My interest in XCOM ? NONE other than as an XCOM 760 customer, I wish
to see them stay in business for the benefit of both of us. I have
never met Michael Coates.
I admit to having had a little difficulty myself in the past with
e-mails but since using mailto:mcoates@mcp.com.au I don't seem to be
having any difficulties.
Regards
Kingsley Hurst in Oz
Do not archive
--> Europa-List message posted by: <beecho@beecho.org>
Folks, a word of caution when dealing with XCOM.
I ordered their intercom and a harness to switch between two Microair
760's.
The harness was junk and did not work. Michael would go months and
months
without answering my emails. Finally, after two years he said send it
back
and he would refund my $$ by crediting my credit card. He did not
refund
the money.
Beware!
Tom Friedland A079 XS mono Jab3300 Airmaster
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--> Europa-List message posted by: <beecho@beecho.org>
Kingsley
All I can relate is what my experience was. Yes, he also told me that he
refunded me the cost. However, it never was credited to me on my
account...Why do you defend him so? "Why are you so keen to beat up XCOM
all the time? You do it every chance you get." I think my last warning was
the second that I have done. You also responded similarily to the first.
Why?
I have the paperwork showing that Michael has NEVER credited my account.
I did try to correct the numerous errors in the harness that he sent. There
were too many.
Tom
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Kingsley Hurst
Subject: RE: Europa-List: Radio question
--> Europa-List message posted by: "Kingsley Hurst"
--> <hurstkr@growzone.com.au>
Tom,
Why are you so keen to beat up XCOM all the time? You do it every chance
you get.
Because of what you have said on this list, I took Michael Coates to task
before I ordered my XCOM 760 radio and the story he relates to me about his
dealings with you conveys a very different story.
I sent him a copy of your latest posting a couple of hours ago by e-mail and
received his reply exactly 30 minutes later. He commented that you were
refunded on your Credit Card about 6 months ago. He is also wondering if
you can explain his other satisfied customers totalling 400 odd XCOM 760
radio and 500 odd intercoms ??
On another occasion I asked Michael for his right of reply to your intercom
'junk' harness experience . . . . . the one you returned after having
modified it yourself. It is not my intention to enlarge on this now but if
you keep up the bagging of XCOM, I may seek approval to publish what I was
told.
My interest in XCOM ? NONE other than as an XCOM 760 customer, I wish to
see them stay in business for the benefit of both of us. I have never met
Michael Coates.
I admit to having had a little difficulty myself in the past with e-mails
but since using mailto:mcoates@mcp.com.au I don't seem to be having any
difficulties.
Regards
Kingsley Hurst in Oz
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--> Europa-List message posted by: <beecho@beecho.org>
Folks, a word of caution when dealing with XCOM.
I ordered their intercom and a harness to switch between two Microair 760's.
The harness was junk and did not work. Michael would go months and months
without answering my emails. Finally, after two years he said send it back
and he would refund my $$ by crediting my credit card. He did not refund
the money.
Beware!
Tom Friedland A079 XS mono Jab3300 Airmaster
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--> Europa-List message posted by: CHUCK RHOADS <cfrhoads@yahoo.com>
After working on a kit plane for 6 years I decided that it was time to do something
else, so as of today I now have a real flying airplane. My Europa XS trike
passed the FAA exam last week. My flight instructor took it up today for the
first time for 20 minutes. Everything was normal and it flies well, Ill add more
details as we get more testing done.
I am using a GM Geo Metro 1300CC 4 cylinder engine that, with the tuned exhaust,
puts out 97 HP. The motor used a Raven reduction drive and a Power Fin prop.
Many different configurations have been tried before reaching a satisfactory
cooling arrangement. There are approximately 60 wires going to the computer which
controls ignition and the multiport fuel injection. This arrangement also
no longer needs a choke and is automatically altitude compensated.
Chuck Rhoads A100
N246CR
Chuck Rhoads
cfrhoads@yahoo.com
104 Shuttle Dr.
Georgetown, KY 40324
(502) 867-7625
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Subject: | Re: FIRST FLIGHT |
--> Europa-List message posted by: JEFF ROBERTS <jeff@rmmm.net>
Congratulations Chuck!
It was after talking to you in 2002 that I decided to go forward with
buying A258. I will be looking forward to hearing your test results.
I'll have mine at MQY in a few months to start testing myself.
Hopefully we can get together after you enjoy 40 hours alone.
Jeff Roberts
A258
Just outside of Nashville TN
On Mar 29, 2005, at 9:09 PM, CHUCK RHOADS wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: CHUCK RHOADS <cfrhoads@yahoo.com>
>
>
> After working on a kit plane for 6 years I decided that it was time to
> do something else, so as of today I now have a real flying airplane.
> My Europa XS trike passed the FAA exam last week. My flight instructor
> took it up today for the first time for 20 minutes. Everything was
> normal and it flies well, Ill add more details as we get more testing
> done.
>
> I am using a GM Geo Metro 1300CC 4 cylinder engine that, with the
> tuned exhaust, puts out 97 HP. The motor used a Raven reduction drive
> and a Power Fin prop. Many different configurations have been tried
> before reaching a satisfactory cooling arrangement. There are
> approximately 60 wires going to the computer which controls ignition
> and the multiport fuel injection. This arrangement also no longer
> needs a choke and is automatically altitude compensated.
>
> Chuck Rhoads A100
>
> N246CR
>
>
> Chuck Rhoads
> cfrhoads@yahoo.com
> 104 Shuttle Dr.
> Georgetown, KY 40324
> (502) 867-7625
>
> ---------------------------------
>
>
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Subject: | Rudder cable routing |
--> Europa-List message posted by: grroberts3@juno.com
I'm laying in the rudder cables on an XS with a Singleton tail wheel mod.
The fuel lines are rigid aluminum and are already installed. The manual
instructions for Tufnol cable guides bolted to the thigh supports has me
stumped.
I've modified the forward rubbing blocks by reducing the thickness (about
1/4 inch) and have plenty of clearance from the framework. The cables
just clear the wheel well side all the way back to the removable bulkhead
and beyond to the pulleys. My thigh supports are recessed well beyond
the 30mm dimensions given for fabrication the Tufnol cable guides.
Additionally, any further deflection outboard at the thigh supports will
bring the cables into contact with the wheel well walls.
From the pulleys aft, the cables rise to the bellcrank and foul the fuel
lines. There is room under the fuel lines if I hold the cables down and
prevent them rising until aft of the cockpit module.
I intend to put in turnbuckles aft of the cockpit module that should be
accessible below the cargo shelf.
I had intended to use Nylaflow tubing on the cabling and have even found
the site gauge tubing (that I won't be using) to be perfect as an outer
cover on the Nylaflow tubing allowing easy replacement of the Nylaflow in
the future. Nylaflow sure seemed like a good idea when discussed on the
list some time ago. I find that I am now in need of the details.
1. Are the cable guide as described in the manual really necessary if
the cables are already fully outboard?
2. Is Nylaflow tube an appropriate substitute to secure the cable near
the thigh supports?
3. Where, precisely, should the cables have Nylaflow? Can it be used to
change cable direction, as in keeping the cable on the floor
until aft of the fuel lines?
4. How is the Nylaflow secured? Simple glass tape layups at critical
points?
I would appreciate any suggestions and experiences.
Thanks
GRoberts
A187
Tucson, AZ
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Subject: | Re: Rotax 912S power issue |
--> Europa-List message posted by: R Holder <rholder@avnet.co.uk>
Sven den Boer wrote:
> --> Europa-List message posted by: "Sven den Boer"
> <svendenboer@quicknet.nl>
>
> During take-off power no problems, at throtlinging back
> 200-300 rpm at 700 feet, the engine starts to run rough
> for 1-2 seconds, as if it's running on 3 cylinders,
> thereafter no observations. Engine has been checked by
> Rotax dealer on ignition and carb balancing, nothing
> found. Any suggestions ?
>
This sounds like the problem I had which took me 9 months
of fiddling to solve.
The fuel pipe to a carb (port in my case) was too close to
the exhaust manifold and the insulation around it melted,
allowing exhaust heat onto the pipe, The stainless steel
covering then conducted the heat up inside the insulation.
Firstly change the direction of the banjos on the carb.
Point them rearwards to keep the pipe away from the
exhaust. If this makes a difference arrange to get some
new unions made up (straight ones) so that the pipe can be
re-routed over the top pf the carb rather than underneath !
This solved it for me. Rotax firmly refused to believe
that this was the problem, but the fix solved it so I am
content with my solution !
While at full power there is plenty of fuel flow in the
pipe, the exhaust gets hot, but the flow is sufficient
that the heat doesn't affect the fuel. When you ease off
the fuel flow reduces butt the exhaust is (initially)
still hot so the fuel vaporaised and you get a misfire
until the exhaust cools, the fuel cools and then it is OK.
2 -3 seconds is about right !
Richard Holder who got really frsutrated with this, trying
everything, but then had a lateral thought and found this
problem.
HTH
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--> Europa-List message posted by: "Kingsley Hurst" <hurstkr@growzone.com.au>
Tom,
Not so much a matter of defending Michael Coates as it is confirming
there is always two sides to a story. I also have a certain amount of
pride in the fact that something is actually being manufactured in this
country and I wouldn't like to see this thwarted by one dissatisfied
customer.
Being interested in the XCOM 760 radio, when you wrote your original
post I was quite concerned so I simply asked him for his comments and I
also did some other homework trying to find out if anybody else has had
similar problems. Fact is I have not yet heard of anybody else being
dissatisfied and another chap whom I know well and have much respect for
spoke highly of him.
Anyway, with respect to the refund, this is a matter between both of you
and the whole thing is also off topic for this list so I will say no
more.
Hope the matter can be resolved to your satisfaction.
Regards
Kingsley
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All I can relate is what my experience was. Yes, he also told me that
he
refunded me the cost. However, it never was credited to me on my
account...Why do you defend him so? "Why are you so keen to beat up
XCOM
all the time? You do it every chance you get." I think my last warning
was
the second that I have done. You also responded similarily to the
first.
Why?
I have the paperwork showing that Michael has NEVER credited my account.
I did try to correct the numerous errors in the harness that he sent.
There
were too many.
Tom
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