---------------------------------------------------------- RV-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Sat 03/15/03: 34 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 03:31 AM - Re: Data Logger-Solution!! (Jim Norman) 2. 04:12 AM - Fw: Running Drugs or selling items (Dave von Linsowe) 3. 06:35 AM - Fuel pickup (Ken Simmons) 4. 06:50 AM - Re: RV file for paint scheme. (Bill VonDane) 5. 08:20 AM - Re: Fuel pickup (Larry Bowen) 6. 09:00 AM - Re: Fuel pickup (James Jula) 7. 09:14 AM - Re: Running Drugs in your RV... (Tracy Crook) 8. 09:25 AM - Re: Data Logger-Solution!! (Tracy Crook) 9. 09:59 AM - Re: Data Logger-Solution!! (Stein Bruch) 10. 10:27 AM - RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives (DWENSING@aol.com) 11. 10:34 AM - RV Project SOLD! (Bobpaulo@aol.com) 12. 10:52 AM - Re: Data Logger-Solution!! (RV8ter@aol.com) 13. 12:24 PM - Re: RV Project SOLD! (Canyon) 14. 12:40 PM - Re: RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives (George McNutt) 15. 01:19 PM - Re: RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives (Elsa & Henry) 16. 02:18 PM - Are these tubes really garbage? (Doug Weiler) 17. 02:24 PM - the 8 has paint (John Huft) 18. 03:00 PM - Re: the 8 has paint (Canyon) 19. 03:04 PM - Re: Are these tubes really garbage? (Jim Cimino) 20. 03:09 PM - F-18 (Wheeler North) 21. 03:59 PM - Rv-8A Fuel vent lines in floor (dag adamson) 22. 04:22 PM - Re. UPS GX-65 Intercom (Jim Nolan) 23. 04:41 PM - Re: Publications about Lyc 0320 (Richard Dudley) 24. 04:49 PM - Avionics Wiring (Jim Nolan) 25. 04:57 PM - Re: Rv-8A Fuel vent lines in floor (Carl Froehlich) 26. 05:06 PM - Re: Experimental Placard in single seaters (Gary) 27. 05:06 PM - Re: RV Painting (Gary) 28. 06:06 PM - Re: Are these tubes really garbage? (Alex Peterson) 29. 06:15 PM - Re: Are these tubes really garbage? (Sam Buchanan) 30. 06:31 PM - Re: the 8 has paint (lucky macy) 31. 06:57 PM - Re: the 8 has paint () 32. 08:03 PM - Nicest RV-8A (Glenn Brasch) 33. 08:33 PM - Re: Are these tubes really garbage? (Denis Walsh) 34. 10:33 PM - Re: RV-List Digest: 40 Msgs - 03/14/03 (Gordon Robertson) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 03:31:03 AM PST US From: "Jim Norman" Subject: RE: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" OK, I've sit on the sidelines watching you guys "wish" that some unit you "might" buy would have some serial ports or some other way to get data dumps regarding engine data. SNIP---"AND hopefully soon Grand Rapids Technology will have their EFIS out which also will have a serial port. Take a look at what looks fantastic"--SNIP. Geeezzz, we even heard that we could buy some $2000 box to interface with some units out there. I've said it before, and I'm saying it again,.... the IK-2000 is the best bet on engine monitoring that is out there. For the same "couple thousand dollars," someone could get I-K Technologies' IK2000 (www.i-ktechnologies.com) - which can be used not only for data logging, but also for permanent monitoring of airspeed, RPM, manifold pressure, altitude, fuel pressure, oil pressure & temp., all CHTs and EGTs, and more. The IK2000 has two 960-baud serial data ports providing RS232 data, which can be read into a laptop or Palm top type of device. This data can then be tabulated and plotted using Excel or a similar program. So, at the risk of pissing everybody off (which doesn't bother me too much), don't buy one of those other units until you have looked at the IK-2000. Some of you will be wasting your money on some of those units that do 1/4 of the job for the same money. Please wake up you guys! If any of you are at sun-n-fun, I'll show you this unit in my plane and be glad to discuss it with you at length. (ps, I don't get paid or any kickbacks, it is simply the best unit out there BY FAR). jim Tampa ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 04:12:32 AM PST US From: "Dave von Linsowe" Subject: RV-List: Fw: Running Drugs or selling items --> RV-List message posted by: "Dave von Linsowe" In an different, but equally if not more devastating situation, I became the target of Nigerian mail back scammers while selling my prop on Barn Stormers. Fortunately for me, I was a little leery of the deal and the bank wasn't eager to say the Wells Fargo Cashiers check was as good as cash. The scam works by relying your honesty to wire back excess funds from a bogus cashiers check that they FedEx to you. Banks have even been duped by telling your that the check is as good as cash. You wire back the money, the bank finds out that the check was a fraud and empties your account for the amount of the check. In some cases the victims have ended up owing the bank a considerable amount of money. I've been in contact with the Secret Service (the lead investigators) and they are working on the problem. There are those who have lost hundreds of thousands to these scams! Early scams used people's greed, these will try to use your honesty. This site has a lot of useful info http://www.geocities.com/scamvictimsunited/index.html Beware and spread the word. Dave RV-6 The need for (more) speed----> ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 06:35:50 AM PST US From: "Ken Simmons" Subject: RV-List: Fuel pickup --> RV-List message posted by: "Ken Simmons" My first attempt at fabricating the fuel pickup tubes was unsuccessful. I'm thinking about the prefab ones that Van's sells. What experience has people had with these? The only thing I could find was a pretty good picture of one on Todd Houg's website. Thanks. Ken ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 06:50:38 AM PST US From: "Bill VonDane" Subject: Re: RV-List: RV file for paint scheme. --> RV-List message posted by: "Bill VonDane" Dana... I have them all on my site: http://vondane.com/rv8a/paint/index.htm -Bill ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dana Overall" Subject: RV-List: RV file for paint scheme. --> RV-List message posted by: "Dana Overall" Does anyone have a blank RV-6 or 7 slider/taildragger file you could send me. I'm looking to replicate my Bonanza paint scheme and would like to see what it would look like. Thanks Dana Overall Richmond, KY http://rvflying.tripod.com do not archive ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 08:20:55 AM PST US From: "Larry Bowen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Fuel pickup --> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Bowen" I used them. They're fine. Nothing fancy........... - Larry Bowen Larry@BowenAero.com http://BowenAero.com 2003 - The year of flight! > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Ken Simmons > Sent: Saturday, March 15, 2003 9:28 AM > To: rv-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV-List: Fuel pickup > > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Ken Simmons" > > My first attempt at fabricating the fuel pickup tubes was > unsuccessful. I'm thinking about the prefab ones that Van's > sells. What experience has people had with these? The only > thing I could find was a pretty good picture of one on Todd > Houg's website. > > Thanks. > > Ken > ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 09:00:04 AM PST US From: "James Jula" Subject: RE: RV-List: Fuel pickup --> RV-List message posted by: "James Jula" I just got done installing one in my left tank. Its pretty nice. There are a couple of pics on my site: http://jmjula.home.attbi.com/tanks.htm James -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Ken Simmons Subject: RV-List: Fuel pickup --> RV-List message posted by: "Ken Simmons" My first attempt at fabricating the fuel pickup tubes was unsuccessful. I'm thinking about the prefab ones that Van's sells. What experience has people had with these? The only thing I could find was a pretty good picture of one on Todd Houg's website. Thanks. Ken ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 09:14:24 AM PST US From: "Tracy Crook" Subject: Re: RV-List: Running Drugs in your RV... --> RV-List message posted by: "Tracy Crook" > --> RV-List message posted by: KAKlewin@aol.com > > Well according to the FAA I have been running drugs in my RV!!! Got a call from the alabama FSDO (called my wife actually as I am deployed with the military overseas)...so I called the guy back and it seems that an Aztec penetrated the ADIZ on the 7th of March with the n-number N85KC...it was intercepted by navy FA-18s, but escaped somehow...so they got the number and began calling me...this would of course be because I have had that number reserved for the last 3 years!!! I called the FAA guy and explained that my plane is still safely in the garage, doesn't even have an engine installed, and looks no where near like an Aztec. Not to mention the fact that I was out of the country on the day in question. So he is asking me to make a statement to explain just what I have told you. I have several concerns, as maybe we all should regarding this... > > 1. Due to the fact that our N-numbers are available in the national database that is accessable to everyone druggies can get n-numbers that "check-out", but dont have an aircraft type associated with them due to their reserved status. I would guess this is where they got my N-number. > > 2. From having tracked drug runners in the military I remember there being a database (we called it EPIC..El Pase Information Center) which tracked ADIZ penetration aircraft...so when you file a flight plan you are tagged as a possible drug aircraft if that N-number has been investigated before. So for you FAA types...what can I do to ensure that my N-Number is not in some FBI, Customs, EPIC database??? > > 3. I dont want to change my n-number due to panel engraving, etc that I have done...I really want to find that airplane and get the feds to remove my number!!! So if you see it let me know!!!! > > Pissed.... > > Kurt Klewin, Deployed overseas... > RV6A, N85KC (reserved) "Drug Runner" Welcome to the wonderful world of the 'War on Drugs'. I was once surrounded by a half dozen DEA vehicles after landing my Twinstar at a Clearwater beachfront house (with permission). Made for a wonderful day. Do not archive. Tracy Crook ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 09:25:33 AM PST US From: "Tracy Crook" Subject: Re: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! --> RV-List message posted by: "Tracy Crook" Subject: RE: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! > --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" > > OK, > I've sit on the sidelines watching you guys "wish" that some unit you > "might" buy would have some serial ports or some other way to get data dumps > regarding engine data. SNIP---"AND hopefully soon Grand Rapids Technology > will have their EFIS out which also will have a serial port. Take a look at > what looks fantastic"--SNIP. Geeezzz, we even heard that we could buy some > $2000 box to interface with some units out there. > > I've said it before, and I'm saying it again,.... the IK-2000 is the best > bet on engine monitoring that is out there. For the same "couple thousand > dollars," someone could get I-K Technologies' IK2000 > (www.i-ktechnologies.com) - which can be used not only for data logging, but > also for permanent monitoring of airspeed, RPM, manifold pressure, altitude, > fuel pressure, oil pressure & temp., all CHTs and EGTs, and more. The IK2000 > has two 960-baud serial data ports providing RS232 data, which can be read > into a laptop or Palm top type of device. This data can then be tabulated > and plotted using Excel or a similar program. > > So, at the risk of pissing everybody off (which doesn't bother me too much), > don't buy one of those other units until you have looked at the IK-2000. > Some of you will be wasting your money on some of those units that do 1/4 of > the job for the same money. Please wake up you guys! If any of you are at > sun-n-fun, I'll show you this unit in my plane and be glad to discuss it > with you at length. (ps, I don't get paid or any kickbacks, it is simply the > best unit out there BY FAR). > > jim > Tampa Hey, as long as we're comparing prices, the EM2 engine monitor with all the capabilities of the IK-2000 and the serial output port is half the cost of the IK-2000 and will be available around end of May. Sorry for blowing my own horn. Tracy Crook ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 09:59:21 AM PST US From: "Stein Bruch" Subject: RE: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! --> RV-List message posted by: "Stein Bruch" Hi All, I'd like to back Jim up on the IK-2000. I've seen and flown behind just about all the engine monitoring systems out there and I own/fly behind and IK. I originally had selected a VM-1000 but for a variety of reasons went with the IK. As Jim stated there are TWO serial ports that can easily be used for data logging. On top of that these units are FLIGHT TESTED in both builders aircraft and a Van's Aircraft demonstrator (RV9 TD). The IK may not have the huge LCD screen layout like the VM, ACS, or new JPI unit, but to me that's a bonus. No matter how bright the sun is, I can always see my LED bargraphs and adjust the brightness accordingly. Once you start flying, you will realize that you don't always want to have your eyes glued to the engine guages. The IK offers you a system whereas you can just "glance" at it out of the corner of your eye and know immediately the status of your system. If all the bars are green, life is good! If one of the bars is yellow or red, something is up. To top it all off, it's the ONLY unit which brightly and definitively displays all 4 CHT's and EGT's simultaneously and also displays the degrees in numbers below the bargraph. When you have all EGT/CHT readouts, true engine monitoring and leaning become elementary. The IK-2000 now has a proven installation record, flying in everything from RV's, Aerobatic airplanes, certified aircraft, and a Van's demonstrator. Anyway, like Jim says, you really should take a look at the IK from a practical useability standpoint. When you do, you'll find it's the best available, IMHO. Cheers, Stein Bruch Goin' Flyin' in a few minutes! -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Jim Norman Subject: RE: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" OK, I've sit on the sidelines watching you guys "wish" that some unit you "might" buy would have some serial ports or some other way to get data dumps regarding engine data. SNIP---"AND hopefully soon Grand Rapids Technology will have their EFIS out which also will have a serial port. Take a look at what looks fantastic"--SNIP. Geeezzz, we even heard that we could buy some $2000 box to interface with some units out there. I've said it before, and I'm saying it again,.... the IK-2000 is the best bet on engine monitoring that is out there. For the same "couple thousand dollars," someone could get I-K Technologies' IK2000 (www.i-ktechnologies.com) - which can be used not only for data logging, but also for permanent monitoring of airspeed, RPM, manifold pressure, altitude, fuel pressure, oil pressure & temp., all CHTs and EGTs, and more. The IK2000 has two 960-baud serial data ports providing RS232 data, which can be read into a laptop or Palm top type of device. This data can then be tabulated and plotted using Excel or a similar program. So, at the risk of pissing everybody off (which doesn't bother me too much), don't buy one of those other units until you have looked at the IK-2000. Some of you will be wasting your money on some of those units that do 1/4 of the job for the same money. Please wake up you guys! If any of you are at sun-n-fun, I'll show you this unit in my plane and be glad to discuss it with you at length. (ps, I don't get paid or any kickbacks, it is simply the best unit out there BY FAR). jim Tampa ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 10:27:44 AM PST US From: DWENSING@aol.com Subject: RV-List: RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives --> RV-List message posted by: DWENSING@aol.com From searching the archives it appears several 6/7/9 builders have used other means, than the hinges, to attach the bottom cowl to the fuselage along the lower edge. Does anybody have pictures of their alternate mounting methods on their web site? And can you tell me how successful your method has been? How many hours without failures? Do you like the what you have and why? Thank you. Dale Ensing RV-6A - work resumed :<) ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 10:34:44 AM PST US From: Bobpaulo@aol.com Subject: RV-List: RV Project SOLD! --> RV-List message posted by: Bobpaulo@aol.com The RV project I have listed has been sold. Bob ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 10:52:19 AM PST US From: RV8ter@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Data Logger-Solution!! --> RV-List message posted by: RV8ter@aol.com In a message dated 3/15/2003 12:27:55 PM Eastern Standard Time, lors01@msn.com writes: > Hey, as long as we're comparing prices, the EM2 engine monitor with all the > capabilities of the IK-2000 and the serial output port is half the cost of > the IK-2000 and will be available around end of May. > > Sorry for blowing my own horn. > > Tracy Crook what's the web site? do not archive ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 12:24:15 PM PST US From: Canyon Subject: Re: RV-List: RV Project SOLD! --> RV-List message posted by: Canyon Bobpaulo@aol.com wrote: >The RV project I have listed has been sold. >Bob Couldn't move fast enough here, I guess, but glad you got it sold, Bob. I'd like to follow the project to see how that rotary engine installation works out -- can you tell us who bought it? Make it private if you like... Thanks, Steve ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 12:40:01 PM PST US From: "George McNutt" Subject: RE: RV-List: RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives --> RV-List message posted by: "George McNutt" --> RV-List message posted by: DWENSING@aol.com From searching the archives it appears several 6/7/9 builders have used other means, than the hinges, to attach the bottom cowl to the fuselage along the lower edge. Does anybody have pictures of their alternate mounting methods on their web site? And can you tell me how successful your method has been? How many hours without failures? Do you like the what you have and why? Thank you. Dale Ensing RV-6A - work resumed :<) Hi Dale There is a partial picture of my lower cowl attach, (3 screws each side) at www.vansairforce.org/airplanes/ Click on C-GJTY and at the bottom of the next aircraft (page)picture click on "more" for some construction photos. 125 hours, no failures, would do it that way again. George McNutt Langley, B.C. ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 01:19:56 PM PST US From: "Elsa & Henry" Subject: Re: RV-List: RV-6A bottom cowl/fuse mounting alternatives --> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" In the article I wrote on hinge installation that was published in the third issue,1999 of the RVator, the paragraph on precautions I had taken to prevent hinge eyes-breaking was included somewhat edited. In my letter to Van's I had said about the 1/8" hinges (not MS quality) "--Look at those hinges! They are a violation of all that's sacred in sheet-metal practice--No sharp corners, specially NO INSIDE SHARP CORNERS!!---" That is why I took a 1/8" chain-saw file and relieved those corners on every hinge eye, including the MS types on the cowling sides. Only have 40 hours on my -6A but so far no breakages which is more that I can say about Vetterman's exhaust mtg. brackets! Cheers!!----Henry Hore ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 02:18:35 PM PST US From: "Doug Weiler" Subject: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? --> RV-List message posted by: "Doug Weiler" Fellow Listers: A couple of our local RV-6A club members don't have anything good to say about the 4.00x5 import tubes that are used on the nosewheel of the RV-6/7A. This morning we spent several hours rescuing a stranded RV-6A owners whose nosewheel went flat just sitting on the ramp while we were having breakfast (second occurrence in 6 months for him). The tube showed several cracks which appear like rubber deterioration. We know that there is only one source for these inferior tubes (maybe that's why Vans includes two of them in his kits). Has anyone else had similar experiences?? Doug Weiler pres MN Wing ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 02:24:56 PM PST US From: "John Huft" Subject: RV-List: the 8 has paint --> RV-List message posted by: "John Huft" Got my 8 back from the painter yesterday...I wanted red but this was all he had. http://www.lazy8.net/rv8.html Still finishing the interior...see you all at sun n fun John Huft Pagosa Springs, CO 53 hrs. ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 03:00:04 PM PST US From: Canyon Subject: Re: RV-List: the 8 has paint --> RV-List message posted by: Canyon John Huft wrote: >Got my 8 back from the painter yesterday...I wanted red but this was >all he >had. > >http://www.lazy8.net/rv8.html Great lookin' RV, John -- a shame they didn't have red. :-) Steve do not archive ________________________________ Message 19 ____________________________________ Time: 03:04:44 PM PST US From: "Jim Cimino" Subject: Re: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Cimino" Buy the air stop tubes from Michelin, I have not had to add air to my tires in months, before I had to add air every few weeks on all tires. Jim James Cimino RV-8 SN 80039 80+ Hours 570-842-4057 http://www.geocities.com/jcimino.geo/ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Doug Weiler" Subject: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? > --> RV-List message posted by: "Doug Weiler" > > Fellow Listers: > > A couple of our local RV-6A club members don't have anything good to say > about the 4.00x5 import tubes that are used on the nosewheel of the RV-6/7A. > This morning we spent several hours rescuing a stranded RV-6A owners whose > nosewheel went flat just sitting on the ramp while we were having breakfast > (second occurrence in 6 months for him). The tube showed several cracks > which appear like rubber deterioration. We know that there is only one > source for these inferior tubes (maybe that's why Vans includes two of them > in his kits). > > Has anyone else had similar experiences?? > > Doug Weiler > pres MN Wing > > ________________________________ Message 20 ____________________________________ Time: 03:09:14 PM PST US From: Wheeler North Subject: RV-List: F-18 --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North Yeah, on the up side, if they had shot the Aztec down then they both could collect Social Security for one of them being dead. And in the long run that would be more profitable than being a drug runner as we all know SS is second to none in stupidity. ;{) do not archive ________________________________ Message 21 ____________________________________ Time: 03:59:38 PM PST US From: dag adamson Subject: RV-List: Rv-8A Fuel vent lines in floor --> RV-List message posted by: dag adamson Hello- Drawings 31 and 31A show different configurations for fuel vent lines in the floor - one shows a fitting and another had a snap bushing. (1) The fitting seems to be more elegant - but how do you get it in there consindering that it goes through the floor and the sub-floor? (Built myself in to a corner.) (2) I may have to go the snap bushing - Has anyone out there done the snap bushing instead of fittings? Thanks Dag PS Please send to my email address as well as the list. Thanks. ===== ***************** Dag Adamson 617 513 1182 Cambridge, MA Grand Junction, CO ***************** ________________________________ Message 22 ____________________________________ Time: 04:22:32 PM PST US From: "Jim Nolan" Subject: RV-List: Re. UPS GX-65 Intercom --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Nolan" Geoff, If you don't want an audio panel you had better check to see if the GX-65 has any auxiliary inputs on the com. I ordered an SL-40 but had to return it and get a KX-155 because it didn't have auxiliary inputs for the Marker Beacons or the Nav Ident. I have limited space in my RV-4 and another $1000.00 for an audio panel was out of the question. My old VAL 760 had two additional inputs just for that reason, so does the King Radio's. I called UPS to find out why they didn't. The man couldn't believe I would fly an airplane without an audio panel. I already had a GPS so that didn't figure into the equation. Jim Nolan N444JN ________________________________ Message 23 ____________________________________ Time: 04:41:13 PM PST US From: Richard Dudley Subject: Re: RV-List: Publications about Lyc 0320 --> RV-List message posted by: Richard Dudley Andy, Thanks for the information about publications for O-320. I have the Bingelis set. I will be purchasing some others soon. Richard Dudley Aircraft Technical Book Company wrote: > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Aircraft Technical Book Company" > > Richard, > > The following publications are available for the Lycoming 0-320 in addition > to the Operators Manual. All are in stock and available for immediate > delivery > > Basic Generic Information > Aircraft Reciprocating Engines > A&P Powerplant Textbook > > Advanced Generic Information > Skyranch Engineering Manual (highly recommended) > 0-320 overhaul - VHS > > Specific Lycoming Publications > Direct Drive Engine Overhaul Manual > Specific to the D1A - Parts Catalog and Schematics > Lycoming Troubleshooting Guide > Lycoming Flyer Key Reprints > > There are also several publications available for relevant components and > accessories such as: > Magneto Systems > Props and Controls > Fuel Metering Systems > MSA Carburetor - video on CD > RSA Fuel Injection - VHS and CD > Charging Systems - video on CD > > Tony Bingelis On Engines is also and excellent reference for powerplant > installation on RVs. (Bingelis' Firewall Forward is not very applicable) > George Orndorff's Aircraft Engine Systems video is pretty good too. > > For more details, go to http://buildersbooks.com > Then from the categories listed on the left, click into Engine/Installation, > Engines/Maintenance and Engines/Accessories > > Andy > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Richard Dudley > To: > Subject: RV-List: Publications about Lyc 0320 > > > --> RV-List message posted by: Richard Dudley > > > > Greetings Listers, > > > > I would appreciate your suggestions about any publications that you have > > found helpful in learning details about the O-320-D1A. So far, I have > > only the "Operator's Manual" which is good, as far as it goes. I would > > like more details about this engine as well as generic Lycoming engine > > and general care and feeding of aircraft engine information. > > > > Thanks in advance. > > > > Richard Dudley > > -6A FWF > > > > > ________________________________ Message 24 ____________________________________ Time: 04:49:33 PM PST US From: "Jim Nolan" Subject: RV-List: Avionics Wiring --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Nolan" Listers, I'd like to thank all those that answered my e-mail about the wiring diagrams for a KX155 and KI209A head. Wes Hays went to a lot of trouble to fax and mail me the wiring diagrams. The KI209A head is a special unit and King doesn't include the pinout in any of the KX155 installation manuals I've seen. Wes also gave me a tip on using the KI209A as a VDI for my UPS 2001NMS. If this works I'll let you know. I guess you could call it a Precision GPS Approach. Again, thanks for all the responses. Especially Wes. If I can help someone the way you guys helped me, just let me know. Jim Nolan N444JN ________________________________ Message 25 ____________________________________ Time: 04:57:02 PM PST US From: "Carl Froehlich" Subject: RE: RV-List: Rv-8A Fuel vent lines in floor --> RV-List message posted by: "Carl Froehlich" Dag, I did something different. I used 3/8" tubing for the bottom 10" or so of the vent line. The 1/4" tubing transitions to the 3/8" tubing via a simple piece of fuel hose. The 3/8" tubing exits the bottom via a snap bushing, and extends an inch or so below the bottom of the plan. The tubing in the air stream has a 30 degree or so bevel cut, facing into the wind. The bevel cut has a piece of aluminum window screen covering it, using JB weld to hold it in place. I did not like the idea of having the smaller 1/4" tubing being vulnerable to a mud dobber clogging it up. Carl Froehich RV-8A (flying) Vienna, VA -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of dag adamson Subject: RV-List: Rv-8A Fuel vent lines in floor --> RV-List message posted by: dag adamson Hello- Drawings 31 and 31A show different configurations for fuel vent lines in the floor - one shows a fitting and another had a snap bushing. (1) The fitting seems to be more elegant - but how do you get it in there consindering that it goes through the floor and the sub-floor? (Built myself in to a corner.) (2) I may have to go the snap bushing - Has anyone out there done the snap bushing instead of fittings? Thanks Dag PS Please send to my email address as well as the list. Thanks. ===== ***************** Dag Adamson 617 513 1182 Cambridge, MA Grand Junction, CO ***************** ________________________________ Message 26 ____________________________________ Time: 05:06:52 PM PST US From: "Gary" Subject: Re: RV-List: Experimental Placard in single seaters --> RV-List message posted by: "Gary" Randall......I tried your link, but it didn't work. I tried retracing the path and got "not to where I wanted to be." I have found the FAA web pages difficult to navigate when looking for something specific. Is it just me? I thought the rule was, for single place, the Experimental placard and the Passenger Warning were required, but not the ELT. What does it say or how do I get there? Gary Do not archive Time: 07:59:53 PM PST US From: "Randall Henderson" Subject: Re: Experimental Placard in single seaters --> RV-List message posted by: "Randall Henderson" ............. Just goes to show you, FAA inspectors don't always know what they're talking about. See the following link: http://www1.faa.gov/certification/aircraft/6_SPAW_EXP_AMATEUR-BUILT_INSP_ACF T.htm (6th bullet item down). If you're not sure about something an FAA guy tells you, don't assume he's omnipotent -- look it up. Sometimes its up to us to "educate" them on their own rules (just be tactful about it!) Randall Henderson, RV-6 N6R (~450 hrs) Portland, OR www.vanshomewing.org --- ________________________________ Message 27 ____________________________________ Time: 05:06:52 PM PST US From: "Gary" Subject: Re: RV-List: RV Painting --> RV-List message posted by: "Gary" Time: 10:05:56 AM PST US From: mstewart@qa.butler.com Subject: RV Painting --> RV-List message posted by: mstewart@qa.butler.com Paul Stratman had his painted there. http://home.kc.rr.com/pauljana/ Paul's a bit weird to take what he says with a grain of salt.:) Also please put do not archive on posts like that which won't provide real useful information to builders in the future. Mike Stewart Do not archive Thanks for the tip, Mike. Paul already answered me, and sent me the link to his web site, off list. Weird or not, he had a good looking plane and the information was appreciated. I'm weird, too. As for the archives, I thought it may be the start of a useful thread for others, so I let it go in the archives. It seems more appropriate for the list than bitching about the French regarding Iraq & WWII. But maybe you have a point......if it isn't something I would want to look up later, maybe I shouldn't let it archive. Thanks for the reply. Gary Do Not Archive (even though you already said that) --- ________________________________ Message 28 ____________________________________ Time: 06:06:24 PM PST US From: "Alex Peterson" Subject: RE: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? --> RV-List message posted by: "Alex Peterson" > Buy the air stop tubes from Michelin, I have not had to add > air to my tires in months, before I had to add air every few > weeks on all tires. Jim James Cimino RV-8 SN 80039 > 80+ Hours\ Jim, I'd love to buy a Michelin tube for it, except for the little fact that they don't make one the size of Van's nosewheels. No one does, according to my searches to date, except for the crappy import one. It has been 6 or 8 months since I searched, so perhaps someone is making one by now. BTW, I'm the one with the crappy nose wheel tube that Doug spoke of in the original post. I'll let the list know if I find one. And no, it was not pinched in the rim halves, and yes it was assembled, inflated, deflated, reinflated to properly position the tube, etc.., so please no lectures on that. The rubber simply cracks, generally around the lateral side of the tube. Maybe just fill the whole thing with self expanding urethane foam.... Alex Peterson Maple Grove, MN RV6-A N66AP 267 hours www.usfamily.net/web/alexpeterson ________________________________ Message 29 ____________________________________ Time: 06:15:56 PM PST US From: Sam Buchanan Subject: Re: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? --> RV-List message posted by: Sam Buchanan Alex Peterson wrote: > Maybe just fill the whole thing with self expanding urethane foam.... Some of us use a solid rubber tire for the "little wheel"!!! (Oh my..........did I actually say that??????????) Sam Buchanan (RV-6) ________________________________ Message 30 ____________________________________ Time: 06:31:55 PM PST US From: "lucky macy" Subject: Re: RV-List: the 8 has paint --> RV-List message posted by: "lucky macy" Looks great! Now that you've been flying it for a while, how is the tinted canopy working out? Wish it was clear for more warmth in the winter (greenhouse affect)? Also, do you know when Robbie is coming out with a one piece gear for the 8? lucky do not archive >From: "John Huft" >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com >To: "Rv-List@Matronics. Com" >Subject: RV-List: the 8 has paint >Date: Sat, 15 Mar 2003 15:32:19 -0700 > >--> RV-List message posted by: "John Huft" > >Got my 8 back from the painter yesterday...I wanted red but this was all he >had. > >http://www.lazy8.net/rv8.html > >Still finishing the interior...see you all at sun n fun > >John Huft >Pagosa Springs, CO >53 hrs. > > ________________________________ Message 31 ____________________________________ Time: 06:57:46 PM PST US From: Subject: Re: RV-List: the 8 has paint --> RV-List message posted by: Very nice. Did that color come with a volume control!!!!! Darwin N. Barrie Chandler AZ ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Huft" Subject: RV-List: the 8 has paint > --> RV-List message posted by: "John Huft" > > Got my 8 back from the painter yesterday...I wanted red but this was all he > had. > > http://www.lazy8.net/rv8.html > > Still finishing the interior...see you all at sun n fun > > John Huft > Pagosa Springs, CO > 53 hrs. > > ________________________________ Message 32 ____________________________________ Time: 08:03:16 PM PST US From: "Glenn Brasch" Subject: RV-List: Nicest RV-8A --> RV-List message posted by: "Glenn Brasch" If John Nys from Oklahoma is on this list, I just have to tell you that I was on the ramp today in front of the Executive Terminal in Tucson Arizona and saw your beautiful -8A parked there in the transient area. Just had to tell you, absolutely beautiful aircraft. Of course I learned long ago from about 15 trips to EAA/Oshkosh not to touch. But I am sorry about the drool on the wing! Glenn Brasch, Tucson. -9A Emp. DO NOT ARCHIVE ________________________________ Message 33 ____________________________________ Time: 08:33:55 PM PST US Subject: Re: RV-List: Are these tubes really garbage? From: Denis Walsh --> RV-List message posted by: Denis Walsh My short answer is yes they are very close to garbage, and crappy, or perhaps junk. Of course short answers are not in my nature. Here is the long one Alex, I share your frustration. These nose tires are a pain in the nose. If it weren't such a far superior configuration I would almost be tempted to envy those misguided souls with the hard rubber tail wheels. . If any one finds a Michelin or any other quality sub please let us know!! I know of no other source. Maybe the fast glass boys know of some. They used to use the same tire. Yes, indeed I have seen several failures of these tubes. I have had two flats on my nose gear. Over the past six years. The first was a total mystery. It just went flat one day while taxiing out. I was at another airfield and managed to get towed in and fixed a teeny hole in the side of it with a bicycle patch. The second flat was when the bicycle patch let go. These two experiences and others showed me that splitting the wheel and removing the tire is about 500% tougher than a main tire. Ugh. My best method is to stick the whole thing in a vise and squeeze until it surrenders. This in turn means you wouldn't want to reuse the tire. Next time put some DC-4 on the rim. It helps a little. During this same six years I have had zero flats on the mains and I am on my fifth or sixth set of tires. (1130 hours) Can't recall the landings but around 1900 so far. So my procedure is to: (1) never again use a patch! and (2) always carry a spare tube. Needless to say be very careful when reassembling, and use powder. If you have a spare tube, it is possible to toss a couple sandbags on the tail and get it off pretty quick, to fix. OH YEH I inflated and leak checked my "spare" before squishing it flat and putting it in my travel bag with the chocks and tie down rings. Being from Missouri and a cynic, I order them at least two at a time from vans. I have been involved in the post mortem of several nose flats. Half are pinched and the other half just seem to be manufacturing defects of some kind. Both of these failure modes are very sneaky and can come to fruition after a long time with no problems. To make matters worse, it appears to me that the rubber in the cheap tubes has a cute characteristic of "ripping" when it gets a puncture or cut. Apparently the natural rubber in our leaking old fashioned tubes don't do that. The good news is that the nose tires last two or three times as long as the main ones do, so you don't have to go through this torture very often. I get to do it again soon since my nose tire is getting low on tread. They seem to be good for about a thousand landings. Your mileage may vary, since I always gently settle to earth like a butterfly and ease the tender nose tire to the runway at a slow speed. I have lots of clever retorts for those who prefer tail wheels, but I am sparing the list of this treat. I am a tolerant and understanding soul. Live and let live. There is room on this planet for all persuasions of pilots. Denis > > Jim, I'd love to buy a Michelin tube for it, except for the little fact > that they don't make one the size of Van's nosewheels. No one does, > according to my searches to date, except for the crappy import one. It > has been 6 or 8 months since I searched, so perhaps someone is making > one by now. BTW, I'm the one with the crappy nose wheel tube that Doug > spoke of in the original post. I'll let the list know if I find one. > And no, it was not pinched in the rim halves, and yes it was assembled, > inflated, deflated, reinflated to properly position the tube, etc.., so > please no lectures on that. The rubber simply cracks, generally around > the lateral side of the tube. > > Maybe just fill the whole thing with self expanding urethane foam.... > > Alex Peterson > Maple Grove, MN > RV6-A N66AP 267 hours > www.usfamily.net/web/alexpeterson > > ________________________________ Message 34 ____________________________________ Time: 10:33:14 PM PST US From: "Gordon Robertson" Subject: RV-List: RE: RV-List Digest: 40 Msgs - 03/14/03 --> RV-List message posted by: "Gordon Robertson" I have fitted the sliding canopy of my RV-8, and I find it hard to open with just that dinky locking lever. Has anyone found the need to attach some sort of a handle at the rear of the canopy to make that first up and back pull? If so, how did you do it? Gordon Robertson Getting round to fitting the engine soon