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Fri 07/18/08


Total Messages Posted: 7



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     1. 12:21 AM - Re: Unlatched outrigger (nwcmc@tiscali.co.uk)
     2. 08:24 AM - Re: Unlatched outrigger ()
     3. 10:18 AM - =?iso-8859-1?Q?Re:__int=E9rior_kit_from_europa? (Richard Scanlan)
     4. 11:56 AM - Re: Prop advice fixed pitch - Warpdrive or Arplast ? (jpg12305)
     5. 03:22 PM - 2006 EUROPA XS FOR SALE (Richard Sementilli)
     6. 03:55 PM - Re: Re: Prop advice fixed pitch - Warpdrive or Arplast ? (Graham Singleton)
     7. 07:32 PM - =?ISO-8859-1?Q?Re:__int=E9rior_kit_from_europa? (Robert Borger)
 
 
 


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    Time: 12:21:29 AM PST US
    From: "nwcmc@tiscali.co.uk" <nwcmc@tiscali.co.uk>
    Subject: Unlatched outrigger
    >I have noticed that if I lower the gear/flaps/outriggers at just under flap speed, the outriggers do not audibly latch in the down position until approx 70 mph. I'm wondering if the down latch springs are getting tired after 6 yrs or so?< This is a fairly common phenomenon even on newer Europas. The increase airflow near the gear limit speed works against the springs. With that in mind I delay lowering the landing gear until 60-65kts. On the day of my incident the gear was lowered at about this speed. One suggestion made by another monowheel owner is to always lower the gear in one rapid movemement. This will give the outriggers a bit more inertia as they swing improving the chances of latching. Perhaps this was the one thing that I should have done. In the past I have normally lowered the gear in a relatively gentle motion to smooth out the pitch change. Two warning points for those delaying gear lowering. Firstly remember that 60kts is only about 10kts above the stall speed. Secondly there is an increased chance of forgetting gear lowering altogether. I haven't had a chance yet to more closely examine the outrigger mechanism. However with the latest outrigger mod ensuring a free and lubricated pivot I don't expect to find anything amiss. One owner had a problem of a bolt head rubbing against the sideplates. This leaves witness marks and should be easy to check. I will ensure my microswitches are fully functional in future and would recommend these as an extra piece of mind to other monowheel owners. If I find out anything else I will of course place my findings on the forum. Nigel Charles __________________________________________________________ Is big brother watching you? http://www.tiscali.co.uk/security __________________________________________________________


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    Time: 08:24:28 AM PST US
    Subject: Unlatched outrigger
    From: <rparigor@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
    Hi Nigel Thx. sharing with us info on your outrigger collapse. "> I will ensure my microswitches are fully functional in future and would recommend these as an extra piece of mind to other monowheel owners." For what it's worth I ran a tube to cleanly run micro switch wires: http://www.europaowners.org/modules.php?set_albumName=album217&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php Ron P.


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    Time: 10:18:27 AM PST US
    From: "Richard Scanlan" <avgashead@btinternet.com>
    Subject: o-8859-1?Q?RE:_Europa-List:_int=E9rior_kit_from_europa?
    Contact Matt on 01872 573685. He has just upholstered my mono in half leather and done a very nice job. He will also sell you a kit and his contoured seat backs are very comfortable. Featured on =91A Plane Is Born=92, nice guy. Richard Scanlan # 103 classic mono and nearly there ( I hope) _____ From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of yannick LAURENS Sent: 16 July 2008 16:29 Subject: Europa-List: int=E9rior kit from europa I am looking informations, about int=E9rior kits from europa, what about the quality and comfort for the seats, has anyone some photos for this, or do you know a better adress in UK or USA thank's for help FPSCZ, europa classic, kit 192


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    Time: 11:56:03 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Prop advice fixed pitch - Warpdrive or Arplast ?
    From: "jpg12305" <jpg.comm@laposte.net>
    air.guerner(at)orange.fr wrote: > Jean Paul, > I do not know about performances but the Arplast blades are more flexible and therefore should run smoother than the Warp Drive. Arplast blades leading edge is unprotected and will erode when flying in rain. The first thing to do is to check with your GSAC if they would approve the use of Arplast. I believe they would ask you to prove that it is approved by the kit manufacturer. As the only prop approved by the Europa factory is the Warp Drive or the Airmaster with Warp Drive blades, I am afraid you may be in trouble. Thanks Remi. I actually asked that question to the inspector, and he said that I should file a personal mod with a "Non Technical Objection" from Europa (need to contact Roger about that). He said as well that if the Arplast is already used on Europas, this will surely help. If I decide for the Ecoprop I will go first into that mod application process before spending any money ! > > > Desol de t'avoir rat Vichy! > Same for me. I went to Vichy last Sunday, and it was quite desertic ! Bad and rainy day. In case you want to come to Amboise, let me know. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=193662#193662


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    Time: 03:22:08 PM PST US
    From: "Richard Sementilli" <rsementi@gmail.com>
    Subject: 2006 EUROPA XS FOR SALE
    2006 EUROPA XS FOR SALE: Converted Monowheel to Conventional gear (axles can convert to tundra tires if desired), speed kit. Rotax 912S with auxiliary alternator (40 amps), Airmaster Constant Speed prop, Dynon D10A, Grand Rapids EIS, electric airspeed/altimeter gauges, Garmin 396, TruTrak 2 axis autopilot, Becker Radio & Trans, Monroy Traffic Watch PS eng intercom, auxiliary fuel tank, Custom Covered Trailer with Wing Walkers, many extras, built with the guidance and expertise of Alan "Bud" Yerly of Custom Flight Creations and Russel Lepree of Flight Crafters. Total time on engine,prop and airframe is 75 hours. Asking $76,900 (Total invested $110K+ with trailer and all). Please contact Richard Sementilli at rsementi@gmail.com My cell until July 27th is 917-385-8726. I will be on business assignment in Japan after the 28th. You can reach me on my Japan cell phone at: 080-1011-3307, dialing it from the USA is:01181-801-011-3307. If you want to see and fly it, please contact Yuval Hadaya at 845-392-3469 and at yuval@comcast.net It is currently at Curtiss Aero, DXR airport in Danbury Connecticut


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    Time: 03:55:00 PM PST US
    From: Graham Singleton <grahamsingleton@btinternet.com>
    Subject: Re: Prop advice fixed pitch - Warpdrive or Arplast ?
    There are Europas aproved by LAA with Eco prop installed. G-BWKG is one. Jimmy Keppert at Vorslau in Austria. He is very happy with it, several years now. Don't ask me why his friends call him Jimmy, I know him as Ernst, his wife calls him Hermann. :-) lovely airplane, a Classic in more ways than one. Graham jpg12305 wrote: > > Thanks Remi. > I actually asked that question to the inspector, and he said that I should file a personal mod with a "Non Technical Objection" from Europa (need to contact Roger about that). He said as well that if the Arplast is already used on Europas, this will surely help. If I decide for the Ecoprop I will go first into that mod application process before spending any money ! > >


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    Time: 07:32:45 PM PST US
    From: Robert Borger <rlborger@mac.com>
    Subject: Re: O-8859-1?Q?Re:_Europa-List:_int=E9rior_kit_from_europa?
    Yannick, If you go to my build web site (URL in signature block) you will see an album showing the elements of the Europa factory interior kit. You can see the kit installed in my Europa over the last several albums in the construction section. The kit is being installed by an individual who is a professional at installing custom aircraft interiors. It would be hopeless for me to even consider such work. Feel free to fire any questions you may have concerning the interior kit. Good building and great flying, Bob Borger Europa Kit #A221 N914XL, XS Mono, Intercooled 914, Airmaster C/S http://www.europaowners.org/N914XL (95% done, only 95% to go) tail kit done, wings closed, cockpit module installed, pitch system in, landing gear complete, rudder system in with Singleton Mod, outrigger mod in, Fuselage Top on, lift/drag/flap pins in, wing incidence set, tie bar in, flap drive in, baggage bay in. Fuel system complete. Rotax and Airmaster installed. Mods 62, 66, 70 & 72 done. Completed the instrument panel install. Europa interior kit being installed. Installed windows. Working in - 25 Electrical, 28 Flaps, 30 Fuel System, 32 Tail, 34 Door Latches & 35 Doors, 37 Finishing. Mostly finishing these days. 3705 Lynchburg Dr. Corinth, TX 76208 Home: 940-497-2123 Cel: 817-992-1117 On Jul 16, 2008, at 10:29, yannick LAURENS wrote: > I am looking informations, about int=E9rior kits from europa, what > about the quality and comfort for the seats, has anyone some photos > for this, or do you know a better adress in UK or USA > thank's for help > > FPSCZ, > europa classic, kit 192 > >




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