Today's Message Index:
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1. 05:53 AM - Sun n fun Weather (Jim Norman)
2. 06:17 AM - Mounting fuel tanks (Scott Bilinski)
3. 06:43 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (Brian Denk)
4. 06:43 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (Brian Denk)
5. 06:43 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (Brian Denk)
6. 06:43 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (Brian Denk)
7. 07:21 AM - Re: Mounting fuel tanks (Bill VonDane)
8. 07:36 AM - Re: SF Bay Area Airports (Van Artsdalen, Scott)
9. 07:42 AM - Re: Prop test results posted (Van Artsdalen, Scott)
10. 08:11 AM - Re: Washington Post Article (Gary)
11. 08:29 AM - Rudder tip strobe? (Bill Dube)
12. 08:46 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (RV_8 Pilot)
13. 08:50 AM - Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered (Brian Denk)
14. 09:00 AM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (kempthornes)
15. 09:04 AM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (Jack Blomgren)
16. 09:16 AM - Re: Mounting fuel tanks (Elsa & Henry)
17. 09:22 AM - Re: Pressure testing hoses (van Bladeren, Ron)
18. 09:37 AM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (Kyle Boatright)
19. 09:37 AM - Re: Sun n fun Weather (Brian Denk)
20. 09:40 AM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (Bill Dube)
21. 10:04 AM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (mstewart@qa.butler.com)
22. 10:29 AM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (Bill Dube)
23. 10:49 AM - Nav antenna cable (Bert Forero)
24. 10:49 AM - Nav antenna cable (Bert Forero)
25. 11:22 AM - S.F. Bay Area airports (John Allen)
26. 11:27 AM - Re: Nav antenna cable (Jim Wittman)
27. 11:38 AM - Why? was Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered (RGray67968@aol.com)
28. 11:50 AM - New UPS GPS Navigator (DJB6A@cs.com)
29. 12:10 PM - Meigs field closed. (Jeff Point)
30. 12:15 PM - Re: Nav antenna cable (Elsa & Henry)
31. 12:17 PM - RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit (Wheeler North)
32. 01:07 PM - Re: Meigs field closed. (Kysh)
33. 01:07 PM - Re: Nav antenna cable (Larry Pardue)
34. 01:40 PM - Re: Meigs field closed. (Cy Galley)
35. 01:49 PM - Re: Meigs field closed (Wiethe, Philip (P.J.))
36. 02:14 PM - Re: Meigs field closed. (Art Glaser)
37. 03:00 PM - Re: Re: Meigs field closed (DJB6A@cs.com)
38. 03:30 PM - Re: Re: Meigs field closed (Cy Galley)
39. 03:53 PM - Re: Re: Meigs field closed (Rob Prior)
40. 04:41 PM - CP 214 rivet squeezer on Ebay (Bill Dube)
41. 04:44 PM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (Wayne R. Couture)
42. 04:53 PM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (Tom & Cathy Ervin)
43. 04:53 PM - Re: RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit (Richard Dudley)
44. 04:58 PM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (Tom & Cathy Ervin)
45. 05:08 PM - EIS 4000 and Van's tachometer transducer (Don Mack)
46. 05:08 PM - Re: RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit (Tom & Cathy Ervin)
47. 05:15 PM - Shunt placement (was: wanky doodly gauges during xmit) (Bill Dube)
48. 05:18 PM - Re: Nav antenna cable (Elsa & Henry)
49. 05:58 PM - Re: Nav antenna cable (Larry Pardue)
50. 06:02 PM - Re: Meigs field closed. (Larry Bowen)
51. 06:02 PM - Sportys A300 Nav/Com users manual (Jeff and Tamara Stokes)
52. 07:11 PM - Re: Electrical System Gremlin (Bill Baines)
53. 08:48 PM - Re: Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered (Vanremog@aol.com)
54. 08:48 PM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (Vanremog@aol.com)
55. 11:08 PM - Re: Rudder tip strobe? (Ed Holyoke)
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| Subject: | Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" <jgnorman@tampabay.rr.com>
All,
the weather will be great this week in the central Florida area. No rain in
the forcast, highs between 75 to 80, lows in the 50's, and 60's.
Also, avoid Vandenberg Airport... Highest gas prices and NOT experimental
friendly.... pass the word.
jim
Tampa
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| Subject: | Mounting fuel tanks |
--> RV-List message posted by: Scott Bilinski <bilinski@kyocera-wireless.com>
Just a little FYI about mounting your fuel tanks and the Proseal, make sure
it is 100% cured. I tried to remove my tanks one was easy the other very
difficult. There were several areas where Proseal had bonded the tank to
the spar. This was not fun!
Scott Bilinski
Eng dept 305
Phone (858) 657-2536
Pager (858) 502-5190
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" <jgnorman@tampabay.rr.com>
>
>All,
>the weather will be great this week in the central Florida area. No rain
>in
>the forcast, highs between 75 to 80, lows in the 50's, and 60's.
>
>Also, avoid Vandenberg Airport... Highest gas prices and NOT experimental
>friendly.... pass the word.
>
>jim
>Tampa
Jim,
Thanks for the update! I plan to arrive at Tampa (TPA) Thursday. Expensive
gas too, but better FBO service from all accounts I've read. Gotta pick up a
car and the wife/kid there later in the day.
I'll make sure to thumb my nose and fart in Vandenberg's general direction.
It's the least I can do for the cause. ;)
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" <jgnorman@tampabay.rr.com>
>
>All,
>the weather will be great this week in the central Florida area. No rain
>in
>the forcast, highs between 75 to 80, lows in the 50's, and 60's.
>
>Also, avoid Vandenberg Airport... Highest gas prices and NOT experimental
>friendly.... pass the word.
>
>jim
>Tampa
Jim,
Thanks for the update! I plan to arrive at Tampa (TPA) Thursday. Expensive
gas too, but better FBO service from all accounts I've read. Gotta pick up a
car and the wife/kid there later in the day.
I'll make sure to thumb my nose and fart in Vandenberg's general direction.
It's the least I can do for the cause. ;)
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" <jgnorman@tampabay.rr.com>
>
>All,
>the weather will be great this week in the central Florida area. No rain
>in
>the forcast, highs between 75 to 80, lows in the 50's, and 60's.
>
>Also, avoid Vandenberg Airport... Highest gas prices and NOT experimental
>friendly.... pass the word.
>
>jim
>Tampa
Jim,
Thanks for the update! I plan to arrive at Tampa (TPA) Thursday. Expensive
gas too, but better FBO service from all accounts I've read. Gotta pick up a
car and the wife/kid there later in the day.
I'll make sure to thumb my nose and fart in Vandenberg's general direction.
It's the least I can do for the cause. ;)
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
do not archive
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Norman" <jgnorman@tampabay.rr.com>
>
>All,
>the weather will be great this week in the central Florida area. No rain
>in
>the forcast, highs between 75 to 80, lows in the 50's, and 60's.
>
>Also, avoid Vandenberg Airport... Highest gas prices and NOT experimental
>friendly.... pass the word.
>
>jim
>Tampa
Jim,
Thanks for the update! I plan to arrive at Tampa (TPA) Thursday. Expensive
gas too, but better FBO service from all accounts I've read. Gotta pick up a
car and the wife/kid there later in the day.
I'll make sure to thumb my nose and fart in Vandenberg's general direction.
It's the least I can do for the cause. ;)
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
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| Subject: | Re: Mounting fuel tanks |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bill VonDane" <bill@vondane.com>
When I built my tanks, as soon as I had the rear baffle on, and while the
proseal was still curing, I put plastic wrap on my spar and installed my
tanks to the spar... I installed all of the bolts and screw, and then let
the tank cure...
-Bill
RV-8A - www.vondane.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Scott Bilinski" <bilinski@kyocera-wireless.com>
Subject: RV-List: Mounting fuel tanks
--> RV-List message posted by: Scott Bilinski
<bilinski@kyocera-wireless.com>
Just a little FYI about mounting your fuel tanks and the Proseal, make sure
it is 100% cured. I tried to remove my tanks one was easy the other very
difficult. There were several areas where Proseal had bonded the tank to
the spar. This was not fun!
Scott Bilinski
Eng dept 305
Phone (858) 657-2536
Pager (858) 502-5190
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| Subject: | SF Bay Area Airports |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Van Artsdalen, Scott" <svanarts@unionsafe.com>
Go for Hayward. Hayward is right next door to Fremont. About 10 min drive
vs 30 - 45 min from Reid-Hillview depending on traffic. If you file IFR you
wont have any trouble getting through Bay Area airspace. I'm VFR only and
I've never had much trouble getting through Bay Area airspace even in my old
Aeronca Champ.
--
Scott VanArtsdalen
Network Manager
Union Safe Deposit Bank
209-946-5116
-----Original Message-----
From: Michael J. Robbins [mailto:michael.j.robbins@verizon.net]
Subject: RV-List: SF Bay Area Airports
--> RV-List message posted by: "Michael J. Robbins"
<michael.j.robbins@verizon.net>
To those of you in the bay area, I'm planning on visiting a friend in
Fremont and it looks like San Jose Muni is the closest airport. Is it
friendly to us little guys? Last time I flew out of SJC was in 1969. I
know things have changed a lot. I have the option of filing IFR if
necessary. I'm planning on arriving next Saturday or Sunday.
Mike Robbins
RV-8 N88MJ 185 hours
Seattle area
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| Subject: | Prop test results posted |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Van Artsdalen, Scott" <svanarts@unionsafe.com>
It didn't come up when I clicked your link because it appeared the www was
missing from the link in your email. Your page is working fine and the
comparison was first rate.
--
Scott VanArtsdalen
Network Manager
Union Safe Deposit Bank
209-946-5116
-----Original Message-----
From: Randy Lervold [mailto:randy@rv-8.com]
Subject: Re: RV-List: Prop test results posted
--> RV-List message posted by: "Randy Lervold" <randy@rv-8.com>
Do you mean the web page or the Sport Aerobatics article?
I just checked and the prop page is working fine...
www.rv-8.com/Prop.htm
Randy
----- Original Message -----
From: <PittsS1@aol.com>
Subject: Re: RV-List: Prop test results posted
> --> RV-List message posted by: PittsS1@aol.com
>
> randy,
> can't open your prop results. attached is a comparison i did a
while
> back. it was published in SPORT AEROBATICS.
> mike
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Washington Post Article |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Gary" <rv9er@3rivers.net>
Right on, Cy. It shows how bad it is, when ultra conservative Ronald Reagn serves
as a good example to point out where another Republican administration has
gone wrong.
Gary
Do not archive.
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| Subject: | Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
I have yet to see an example of an anti-collision strobe mounted on the
horizontal stabilizer tip on an RV. Why is this?
It would be lighter weight than the two strobe wing tip solution.
It would be less drag than two wing-tip strobe / position light units.
(You could go with the clear wing tip cut-outs for position lights.)
It would have less tendency to interfere with radios, because it is
farther away.
It is standard mounting spot for OEM aircraft.
If you mounted it about midway on the rudder tip, (instead of on the
actual stab tip,) the stab tip would shade the pilot from the flash.
It would draw 1/2 the power of the two wing tip units.
What am I missing? Why don't folks do this?
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "RV_8 Pilot" <rv_8pilot@hotmail.com>
Hey, 4-Bravo-Delta... check for stuck mic!
;)
Bryan Jones -8
Pearland, Texas
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| Subject: | Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
Listers,
With the recent thread on oil quick drain valve alternatives to the
(slightly more) expensive Aeroquip device, I have ordered a Fumoto drain
valve. Part number is T202N which will work for 1/2NPT Lycoming engines.
The "N" suffix indicates it has a nipple for hose attachment. Price
including shipping is $31.95. Web address is http://www.fumotovalve.com
These valves are brass bodied with stainless ball. They should not leak.
They do not have a safetying tab that I can see, but they could be easily
saftied with a wrap of wire around the valve handle boss.
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
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| Subject: | Re: Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: kempthornes <kempthornes@earthlink.net>
Tom,
I would begin by checking out the amp gauge all by itself. Battery, amp
gauge, light bulb, ground. I would continue by testing one item at a
time. Pull all fuses, off all breakers, switch off all you can, disconnect
everything else etc.
Concentrate on one bird at a time, don't try to shoot the covey.
K. H. (Hal) Kempthorne
RV6-a N7HK flying!
PRB (El Paso de Robles, CA)
At 08:09 PM 3/30/2003 -0500, you wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
>
> Any suggestions of where to start looking would be appreciated
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jack Blomgren" <jackanet@hotmail.com>
Bill,
For one thing your proffered strob location will be effectively blocked
downward and forward by the fuselage and wings. Two strobes in the
preferred "squared up" wing-tip locations guarantees sight of at least one
strobe from any place out there in the sphere. (See Van's catalog for Nav
Light Extensions.)
Jack
-8 canopy
>From: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com
>To: rv-list@matronics.com
>Subject: RV-List: Rudder tip strobe?
>Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 09:33:12 -0700
>
>--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>
> I have yet to see an example of an anti-collision strobe mounted
>on the
>horizontal stabilizer [rudder] tip on an RV. Why is this?
(Snip)
> What am I missing? Why don't folks do this?
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Mounting fuel tanks |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
I didn't like the idea of using multiple clothes-peg- like sticks to squeeze
the tank skin to the rear baffle to hold it there while curing, as shown in
a photo in my manual (vintage 1995), because I was thinking that, with all
those pegs there, how do you get to clean all the excess Proseal that
squeezes out? --So I built a wooden frame, like a "window" frame, to fit
around the skin and baffle, tapered slightly to force the skin against the
baffle. Before applying the Proseal, I masked the surfaces that would
contact the spar doubler, so when Proseal squeezed out when riveting the
skin to the baffle, (and I used gobs of it),-who cares? I let it cure for
about 8 hours and then removed the masking tape.Easily done as the "window"
frame provided clear access. Result: No Proseal on the spar mounting
surfaces!
Cheers!!-----Henry Hore
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| Subject: | Pressure testing hoses |
--> RV-List message posted by: "van Bladeren, Ron" <rwv@nwnatural.com>
I just take the fitting off the end of my grease gun, add an adapter to
accommodate the hose fitting, connect the hose, fill with hydraulic oil,
screw on a pressure gauge at the other end, two or three pumps of the handle
and you can easily get about any pressure you need up to 2000 psi or so.
Ron.
-----Original Message-----
From: Russ Werner [mailto:russ@wernerworld.com]
Subject: RV-List: Pressure testing hoses
--> RV-List message posted by: "Russ Werner" <russ@wernerworld.com>
I have been perusing the archives regarding pressure testing hoses. I'd
like to make up a test rig to do my own. I have a few questions for those
in the hose know.
I am planning on testing with fluid (oil). Is it possible to get a valid
test with only air pressure (I understand the difficulties of getting 500psi
air pressure!)
I'm planning on using the pump from a porta-power plumbed through a valve,
through the hose, through a valve, and back to a reservoir feeding the
porta-power pump. If anyone has made something similar, can you contact me
off list with any details or lessons learned.
Aloha,
Russ Werner
HRII
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Kyle Boatright" <kyle.boatright@adelphia.net>
There is plenty in the archives on this. One thing you mention is that the
pilot would be shielded, which is certainly doable. However, it is doubtful
that the prop or the wings would be shielded, so you would get an annoying
amount of reflection from those. I even get a little reflection on my
(black) prop from the wing strobes. That's annoying enough. A strobe
reflecting off of the wings would be downright bothersome.
KB
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Dube" <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
Subject: RV-List: Rudder tip strobe?
> --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>
> I have yet to see an example of an anti-collision strobe mounted
on the
> horizontal stabilizer tip on an RV. Why is this?
>
> It would be lighter weight than the two strobe wing tip solution.
>
> It would be less drag than two wing-tip strobe / position light
units.
> (You could go with the clear wing tip cut-outs for position lights.)
>
> It would have less tendency to interfere with radios, because it
is
> farther away.
>
> It is standard mounting spot for OEM aircraft.
>
> If you mounted it about midway on the rudder tip, (instead of on
the
> actual stab tip,) the stab tip would shade the pilot from the flash.
>
> It would draw 1/2 the power of the two wing tip units.
>
> What am I missing? Why don't folks do this?
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Sun n fun Weather |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Hangar/9656/akroshomepage.htm
>From: "RV_8 Pilot" <rv_8pilot@hotmail.com>
>Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com
>To: rv-list@matronics.com
>Subject: Re: RV-List: Sun n fun Weather
>Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 10:43:09 -0600
>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "RV_8 Pilot" <rv_8pilot@hotmail.com>
>
>Hey, 4-Bravo-Delta... check for stuck mic!
>
>;)
>
>Bryan Jones -8
>Pearland, Texas
>do not archive
Yeah, no kidding! Hotmail gagged, then upchucked a bunch of posts. *burp*.
There. I feel better now. :)
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
do not archive do not archive do not archive do no....*slap*
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| Subject: | Re: Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
At 06:09 PM 3/30/2003, you wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
>
> Just finished up all the Electrics on my RV6-A in the Hanger (garage)
> out back and have a small Gremlin. Everything works including transmit
> and receiving on both Comm's.
> Symptoms are as follows after turning on the Master:
> 1) About a 15 Amp. discharge shown on the Amp. Gauge
> with only the Oil Pressure Light and BC Regulator Charge light activated?
"Weird" electrical problems are very often caused by bad grounds.
Make sure that the panel itself is properly grounded. With the vibration
isolation, a bad ground can easily happen if a bond wire is not installed.
Sometimes paint prevents a proper ground too. Run a stout clip lead from
naked metal on the panel to the battery negative and see if the gremlins go
away, or are reduced somewhat.
right number for the alternator field windings. First, use a DC clamp-on
type meter to compare the indicated amps to the actual amps. If a clamp-on
is not available, pull one of the battery leads and insert an ammeter.
If the amps are "real" and not the result of a bad indicator, pull
the field wire on the alternator and see if that cuts down the 15 amp draw.
If you have the "one wire" style alternator, disconnect the single wire and
tape up the terminal to prevent any accidental shorts.
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| Subject: | Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: mstewart@qa.butler.com
I have.
N722DK. My Good buddy and Team RV member Danny Kight from Anderson SC. RV-6
dragger.
Mike Stewart
-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Dube [mailto:bdube@boulder.nist.gov]
Subject: RV-List: Rudder tip strobe?
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
I have yet to see an example of an anti-collision strobe mounted on
the
horizontal stabilizer tip on an RV. Why is this?
It would be lighter weight than the two strobe wing tip solution.
It would be less drag than two wing-tip strobe / position light
units.
(You could go with the clear wing tip cut-outs for position lights.)
It would have less tendency to interfere with radios, because it is
farther away.
It is standard mounting spot for OEM aircraft.
If you mounted it about midway on the rudder tip, (instead of on the
actual stab tip,) the stab tip would shade the pilot from the flash.
It would draw 1/2 the power of the two wing tip units.
What am I missing? Why don't folks do this?
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
At 10:03 AM 3/31/2003, you wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Jack Blomgren" <jackanet@hotmail.com>
>
>Bill,
>
>For one thing your proffered strob location will be effectively blocked
>downward and forward by the fuselage and wings.
According to the FAA, it is OK if the coverage is not 100%. A
single strobe on the tip of the stab is one of the standard systems given
as an example by the FAA. It is not an uncommon installation on OEM aircraft.
Indeed, the wing-tip method gives greater light distribution.
There is no question about that. However, you have to consider exactly what
direction it is possible/probable for another aircraft to collide with you.
The stab tip covers all the directions that another aircraft would likely
approach and collide. The only possible "blind spot" would be if you AND
the other aircraft were both climbing steeply in EXACT opposite directions.
Still, your position lights would be visible. Doesn't sound like much of a
problem or much added risk.
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| Subject: | Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Hi:
Is the coaxial cable for the Com. Antenna, a solid
one. I just realize that the one I have, ready to
connect to the radio, is stranded (rg-58)Please tell me
I do not have to remove all that work now....
Also, does any one have any problems, with reception
with the Wing tip mounted Nave antenna?
Reading notes from Aeroelectirc, Bob, says that
sometimes one would have, blind spots, and that
when landing, be aware that one would be on one side
of runway, and not in center, when under IMC..
I have not decided what type of antenna, to use..
Your expert comments appreciated.
Bert
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| Subject: | Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Hi:
Is the coaxial cable for the Com. Antenna, a solid
one. I just realize that the one I have, ready to
connect to the radio, is stranded (rg-58)Please tell me
I do not have to remove all that work now....
Also, does any one have any problems, with reception
with the Wing tip mounted Nave antenna?
Reading notes from Aeroelectirc, Bob, says that
sometimes one would have, blind spots, and that
when landing, be aware that one would be on one side
of runway, and not in center, when under IMC..
I have not decided what type of antenna, to use..
Your expert comments appreciated.
Bert
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| Subject: | S.F. Bay Area airports |
--> RV-List message posted by: John Allen <fliier@yahoo.com>
I just flew into Oakland this past weekend. NorCal approach took me under the
Class B into the Class C. Gave me a straight-in to Rwy 27. No problem. Fueled
at self-serve pump at Kaiser Air and they provided a shuttle to the BART station.
There is a BART station in Fremont and the trains run regularly. There
was a $13 fee at Kaiser. I think the fee at Hayward was $10, but don't really
remember.
There is also a BART station in Hayward, but not sure if the local FBO provides
transportation. If I recall, gas was more expensive in Hayward.
John Allen
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| Subject: | Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Wittman" <fmico@iaxs.net>
I recently installed the wing tip nav antenna and so far I have not noticed
any difference in reception. As for lining up to the side of the runway; I
expect to break-out sufficiently above the runway to not even notice that
phenomena. With the nav antenna, however, I do see a somewhat negative
effect on range.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bert Forero
Subject: RV-List: Nav antenna cable
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Hi:
Is the coaxial cable for the Com. Antenna, a solid
one. I just realize that the one I have, ready to
connect to the radio, is stranded (rg-58)Please tell me
I do not have to remove all that work now....
Also, does any one have any problems, with reception
with the Wing tip mounted Nave antenna?
Reading notes from Aeroelectirc, Bob, says that
sometimes one would have, blind spots, and that
when landing, be aware that one would be on one side
of runway, and not in center, when under IMC..
I have not decided what type of antenna, to use..
Your expert comments appreciated.
Bert
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| Subject: | Why? was Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered |
--> RV-List message posted by: RGray67968@aol.com
Folks,
The 'other' side........for those wondering if they NEED to spend the
money on this valve........I just finished my 8th (count 'em) oil change
since 1st flight last August. It takes less than a minute to snip the safety
wire on the drain plug and remove it. Then just a tad longer to reinstall and
safety wire (and, there IS a provision). No ball and no leaks. Not sure why
folks seem to need/want this valve. Please don't reply with "you can change
the oil 'without' removing the cowl"......I want to see in there.
Rick Gray RV6 160hrs (Ohio) at the Buffalo Farm till Wednesday when I'll be
at Sun at Fun - yea boy!!
for the archives
> Listers,
>
> With the recent thread on oil quick drain valve alternatives to the
> (slightly more) expensive Aeroquip device, I have ordered a Fumoto drain
> valve. Part number is T202N which will work for 1/2NPT Lycoming engines.
> The "N" suffix indicates it has a nipple for hose attachment. Price
> including shipping is $31.95. Web address is http://www.fumotovalve.com
>
> These valves are brass bodied with stainless ball. They should not leak.
> They do not have a safetying tab that I can see, but they could be easily
> saftied with a wrap of wire around the valve handle boss.
>
> Brian Denk
> RV8 N94BD
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| Subject: | New UPS GPS Navigator |
--> RV-List message posted by: DJB6A@cs.com
UPS Aviation technologies has finally announced their new GPS navigator,
check it out at http://www.upsat.com/
Dave Burnham
Lincolnshire, IL
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| Subject: | Meigs field closed. |
--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
Marginally RV-related, but very important to all of us. Delete now if
not interested. Do not archive in any event.
http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/newsitems/2003/03-1-157x.html
Mayor Daley digs up the runway in the middle of the night, with no
Notam, no advance warning to anyone, stranding numerous aircraft on the
airport. This after he promised to keep Meigs open last year. All
under the guise of "homeland security."
I would like to encourage everyone to stop over at
http://www.friendsofmeigs.org/ It is only $10 to join, and they could
use the money right now.
Again, do not archive this non-RV related post. But remember, it could
be your airport next.
Jeff Point
RV-6 Finish kit FWF
Milwaukee WI
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| Subject: | Re: Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
RG-58 is a 50 ohm impedance cable which is the standard for RF comm.
equipment and has stranded center conductor. A solid center conductor would
be a 75 ohm cable which is in standard use in TV cables.
Cheers!! ---Henry Hore
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| Subject: | RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit |
--> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
good luck,
I played with it for some time and never proved a thing as to what was
causing it.
It seems to be common to using Vans gauges, particualrly the amp and map
gauges. But Vans says there is no problem. Several of us have had this
problem. I have just learned to close my eyes when I talk on the radio.
One thing I haven't done yet is to stick a different battery in the AC for
instruments to test if the inteference is coming on the power/gnd side or
the signal side of the gauges. But I tried all types of coils and caps
trying to reduce or alter the problem. Nothing effected it, and the degree
of the problem would change.
The other thing I noted is that there is some feedback V coming from the amp
gauge shunt through the amp gauge into the instruments. This is evidenced by
the fact that the fuel gauges come on and wander around with the master
on/inst off and then stablize once the inst sw is on. The problem goes away
with the shunt disconnected from the amp gauge. Vans also says this can't be
occuring and is not a problem. I have tried three of their gauges, all with
the same results. And my wiring is correct and has been reviewed by several
folks.
Let me know if you figure it out.
W
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed. |
--> RV-List message posted by: Kysh <vans-dragon@lapdragon.org>
As Jeff Point was saying:
> --> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
> http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/newsitems/2003/03-1-157x.html
Oh.. my.. god..
Welcome to America, boys and girls.
-Kysh
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| Subject: | Re: Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: Larry Pardue <n5lp@carlsbad.net>
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
>
>RG-58 is a 50 ohm impedance cable which is the standard for RF comm.
>equipment and has stranded center conductor. A solid center conductor would
>be a 75 ohm cable which is in standard use in TV cables.
> Cheers!! ---Henry Hore
>
There are arguments for and against solid center conductor coax. This is
not one of them. 50 ohm cable does come with either type of conductor.
Larry Pardue
Carlsbad, NM
RV-6 N441LP Flying
http://www.carlsbadnm.com/n5lp/index.htm
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed. |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Cy Galley" <cgalley@qcbc.org>
Let 'em know how you feel about it. Vote at
http://www.chicagotribune.com/
At 1:55 Central it was 1439 (31.4%) for and 3141 (68.6) against.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeff Point" <jpoint@mindspring.com>
Subject: RV-List: Meigs field closed.
> --> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
>
> Marginally RV-related, but very important to all of us. Delete now if
> not interested. Do not archive in any event.
>
> http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/newsitems/2003/03-1-157x.html
>
> Mayor Daley digs up the runway in the middle of the night, with no
> Notam, no advance warning to anyone, stranding numerous aircraft on the
> airport. This after he promised to keep Meigs open last year. All
> under the guise of "homeland security."
>
> I would like to encourage everyone to stop over at
> http://www.friendsofmeigs.org/ It is only $10 to join, and they could
> use the money right now.
>
> Again, do not archive this non-RV related post. But remember, it could
> be your airport next.
>
> Jeff Point
> RV-6 Finish kit FWF
> Milwaukee WI
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Wiethe, Philip (P.J.)" <pwiethe@ford.com>
Here is the only contact info I found at their website, if you wish to write or
fax your opinion.
I didn't see an email or direct phone line. Maybe someone else knows these?
Office of the Mayor: Address: Office of the Mayor
121 N. LaSalle, Room 507
Chicago, IL 60602
Facsimile: 312-744-8045
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed. |
--> RV-List message posted by: Art Glaser <airplane@megsinet.net>
I live near Chicago.
I fly an airplane and the Mayor does not want me there.
My only 4 wheel transportation is a light pickup and the Mayor does not want
me in certain areas of the city.
A real city like NYC does not have this idiocy.
I have avoided spending money in Chicago due to his attitude in the past. I
will attempt to spend nothing in the city or on products from the city.
I can get entertainment, airports, professional ball games, etc., in other
towns.
Enough said
Jeff Point wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
>
> Marginally RV-related, but very important to all of us. Delete now if
> not interested. Do not archive in any event.
>
> http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/newsitems/2003/03-1-157x.html
>
> Mayor Daley digs up the runway in the middle of the night, with no
> Notam, no advance warning to anyone, stranding numerous aircraft on the
> airport. This after he promised to keep Meigs open last year. All
> under the guise of "homeland security."
>
> I would like to encourage everyone to stop over at
> http://www.friendsofmeigs.org/ It is only $10 to join, and they could
> use the money right now.
>
> Again, do not archive this non-RV related post. But remember, it could
> be your airport next.
>
> Jeff Point
> RV-6 Finish kit FWF
> Milwaukee WI
>
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed |
--> RV-List message posted by: DJB6A@cs.com
Tried to email "Dictator Daley" this morning, but the site wouldn't accept my
email. Not only does he conduct midnight raids, he censors his email.
I was offering him a job in Iraq, seems like they will needing a new dictator
soon.
Dave Burnham
NW of Chicago
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Cy Galley" <cgalley@qcbc.org>
If you'd like to send an email to hizzoner himself, you can go to:
http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Mayor/mayorfeedback.html
----- Original Message -----
From: "Wiethe, Philip (P.J.)" <pwiethe@ford.com>
Subject: RV-List: Re: Meigs field closed
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Wiethe, Philip (P.J.)" <pwiethe@ford.com>
>
> Here is the only contact info I found at their website, if you wish to
write or fax your opinion.
> I didn't see an email or direct phone line. Maybe someone else knows
these?
>
> Office of the Mayor: Address: Office of the Mayor
> 121 N. LaSalle, Room 507
> Chicago, IL 60602
> Facsimile: 312-744-8045
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Meigs field closed |
--> RV-List message posted by: Rob Prior <rv7@b4.ca>
Office of the Mayor, voice line: 312-744-3334
Courtesy of Aero-news.net.
Wiethe, Philip (P.J.) wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Wiethe, Philip (P.J.)" <pwiethe@ford.com>
>
> Here is the only contact info I found at their website, if you wish to write
or fax your opinion.
> I didn't see an email or direct phone line. Maybe someone else knows these?
>
> Office of the Mayor: Address: Office of the Mayor
> 121 N. LaSalle, Room 507
> Chicago, IL 60602
> Facsimile: 312-744-8045
do not archive
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| Subject: | CP 214 rivet squeezer on Ebay |
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
Super nice looking Chicago Pneumatic 214 rivet squeezer on Ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2519772516
This same guy has a few other squeezers up for sale as well. Click on
"view seller's other items" to browse.
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| Subject: | Re: Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Wayne R. Couture" <commando@cox-internet.com>
I had a problem with a amp gage from Van's. Returned it for a replacement
and everything was fine!
Wayne
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
Subject: RV-List: Electrical System Gremlin
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
>
> Just finished up all the Electrics on my RV6-A in the Hanger (garage) out
back and have a small Gremlin. Everything works including transmit and
receiving on both Comm's.
> Symptoms are as follows after turning on the Master:
> 1) About a 15 Amp. discharge shown on the Amp. Gauge
with only the Oil Pressure Light and BC Regulator Charge light activated?
> 2) Everything works with no more discharge shown no
matter how many things are brought online?
> 3) Now it gets interesting........If I transmit on
either radio the following occurs:
> a) CHT & EXT Gauges dance like crazy!
> b) Amp Gauge goes Nuts!
> c) Flap & Trim Indicators leds dance!
> d) Fuel gauges advance very slightly even though
the wings and thus indicators are not hooked up?
> The airport which is 3 miles away says I am transmitting
crystal clear even from inside my garage with a belly antenna?!?
> Any suggestions of where to start looking would be appreciated as I
don't want to put the forward skin down till I get this fixed.
>
Tom in Ohio
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
Seems to be the approach recommended by most. I have Friday off so
hopefully I will run this down! Boy I thought the Slider was tough.
Tom in Ohio
----- Original Message -----
From: "kempthornes" <kempthornes@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: RV-List: Electrical System Gremlin
> --> RV-List message posted by: kempthornes <kempthornes@earthlink.net>
>
> Tom,
>
> I would begin by checking out the amp gauge all by itself. Battery, amp
> gauge, light bulb, ground. I would continue by testing one item at a
> time. Pull all fuses, off all breakers, switch off all you can,
disconnect
> everything else etc.
>
> Concentrate on one bird at a time, don't try to shoot the covey.
>
> K. H. (Hal) Kempthorne
> RV6-a N7HK flying!
> PRB (El Paso de Robles, CA)
>
>
> At 08:09 PM 3/30/2003 -0500, you wrote:
> >--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
> >
> > Any suggestions of where to start looking would be appreciated
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit |
--> RV-List message posted by: Richard Dudley <rhdudley@att.net>
Wheeler and others with Van's instruments.
Though I am not flying yet, in my tests of the instruments and avionics
I have observed similar effects with my Van's instruments. When I key a
transmitter, several of the instruments change wildly. I've been hoping
that someone had isolated the problem. I have not tried, yet. I've only
noted the effect. At some later time, I will try a few experiments to
see if I can find the source. In the meantime, I'd be interested in
anyone else's observations or findings.
Thanks.
Richard Dudley
-6A baffles
Wheeler North wrote:
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
>
> good luck,
>
> I played with it for some time and never proved a thing as to what was
> causing it.
>
> It seems to be common to using Vans gauges, particualrly the amp and map
> gauges. But Vans says there is no problem. Several of us have had this
> problem. I have just learned to close my eyes when I talk on the radio.
>
> One thing I haven't done yet is to stick a different battery in the AC for
> instruments to test if the inteference is coming on the power/gnd side or
> the signal side of the gauges. But I tried all types of coils and caps
> trying to reduce or alter the problem. Nothing effected it, and the degree
> of the problem would change.
>
> The other thing I noted is that there is some feedback V coming from the amp
> gauge shunt through the amp gauge into the instruments. This is evidenced by
> the fact that the fuel gauges come on and wander around with the master
> on/inst off and then stablize once the inst sw is on. The problem goes away
> with the shunt disconnected from the amp gauge. Vans also says this can't be
> occuring and is not a problem. I have tried three of their gauges, all with
> the same results. And my wiring is correct and has been reviewed by several
> folks.
>
> Let me know if you figure it out.
>
> W
>
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| Subject: | Re: Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
Bill, I will print this out along with the other great suggestions I have
gotten and work the problem.
Thanks, Tom in Ohio
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Dube" <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
Subject: Re: RV-List: Electrical System Gremlin
> --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>
> At 06:09 PM 3/30/2003, you wrote:
> >--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
> >
> > Just finished up all the Electrics on my RV6-A in the Hanger (garage)
> > out back and have a small Gremlin. Everything works including transmit
> > and receiving on both Comm's.
> > Symptoms are as follows after turning on the Master:
> > 1) About a 15 Amp. discharge shown on the Amp.
Gauge
> > with only the Oil Pressure Light and BC Regulator Charge light
activated?
>
>
> "Weird" electrical problems are very often caused by bad grounds.
> Make sure that the panel itself is properly grounded. With the vibration
> isolation, a bad ground can easily happen if a bond wire is not installed.
> Sometimes paint prevents a proper ground too. Run a stout clip lead from
> naked metal on the panel to the battery negative and see if the gremlins
go
> away, or are reduced somewhat.
>
> right number for the alternator field windings. First, use a DC clamp-on
> type meter to compare the indicated amps to the actual amps. If a clamp-on
> is not available, pull one of the battery leads and insert an ammeter.
>
> If the amps are "real" and not the result of a bad indicator,
pull
> the field wire on the alternator and see if that cuts down the 15 amp
draw.
> If you have the "one wire" style alternator, disconnect the single wire
and
> tape up the terminal to prevent any accidental shorts.
>
>
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| Subject: | EIS 4000 and Van's tachometer transducer |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Don Mack" <don@dmack.net>
Has anyone used an EIS 4000 with a Van's tachometer transducer? I already
have the transducer installed and wired and would rather not go back and use
GRT's magneto method of getting a tach reading. According to GRT, I may need
to modify the EIS4000 to handle the voltage from the transducer. Does anyone
know what voltage/amperage the transducer puts out on the signal line? If
you have already done it, did you have to modify the EIS 4000?
Don Mack
don@dmack.net
www.dmack.net
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| Subject: | Re: RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin" <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
Wheeler, I wonder if anyone on the list tried another brand of Amp. Gauge
in this situation? Did the Gremlins go away?
Tom in Ohio
----- Original Message -----
From: "Wheeler North" <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
Subject: RV-List: RE wanky doodly gauges during xmit
> --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
>
> good luck,
>
> I played with it for some time and never proved a thing as to what was
> causing it.
>
> It seems to be common to using Vans gauges, particualrly the amp and map
> gauges. But Vans says there is no problem. Several of us have had this
> problem. I have just learned to close my eyes when I talk on the radio.
>
> One thing I haven't done yet is to stick a different battery in the AC for
> instruments to test if the inteference is coming on the power/gnd side or
> the signal side of the gauges. But I tried all types of coils and caps
> trying to reduce or alter the problem. Nothing effected it, and the degree
> of the problem would change.
>
> The other thing I noted is that there is some feedback V coming from the
amp
> gauge shunt through the amp gauge into the instruments. This is evidenced
by
> the fact that the fuel gauges come on and wander around with the master
> on/inst off and then stablize once the inst sw is on. The problem goes
away
> with the shunt disconnected from the amp gauge. Vans also says this can't
be
> occuring and is not a problem. I have tried three of their gauges, all
with
> the same results. And my wiring is correct and has been reviewed by
several
> folks.
>
> Let me know if you figure it out.
>
> W
>
>
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| Subject: | Shunt placement (was: wanky doodly gauges during xmit) |
--> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>
>The other thing I noted is that there is some feedback V coming from the amp
>gauge shunt through the amp gauge into the instruments. This is evidenced by
>the fact that the fuel gauges come on and wander around with the master
>on/inst off and then stablize once the inst sw is on. The problem goes away
>with the shunt disconnected from the amp gauge. Vans also says this can't be
>occuring and is not a problem. I have tried three of their gauges, all with
>the same results. And my wiring is correct and has been reviewed by several
>folks.
Let's start with saying that I have not played around with this
specific amp gauge, but I have worked quite a bit with many others.
Most amp gauges and amperage measuring instruments want the shunt
to be located right next to the negative battery post. You must at least
put it first in line on the negative battery cable. Otherwise, the gauges
get what is called "large common mode voltages" which can drive them wacky.
There are high-end gauges that don't care where you put the shunt, but many
of the less expensive units are effected by the shunt placement.
The shunt puts out a tiny voltage, typically just a few millivolts.
sensing wire and the type of wire used. Shielded twisted pair is typically
recommended. This helps reduce the noise on the tiny signal
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| Subject: | Re: Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
Larry,
Yes, you are right, there is a solid center-conductor 50 ohm cables with
similar diameters such as RG-55A/U and they are probably the best to use in
noisy environments (i.e. strobes) because they have a double shield braid
vice the -58, but with a slight weight penalty. It is not easily available
as the - 58. As you intimated, soldering the solid wire into a connector pin
is a problem in a high vibration environment.
The originator of this thread said his cable was RG 58. I have been using
RG-58C/U for over 58 years and my 1956 edition (4th) of "Reference Data For
Radio Engineers" published by International Telephones and Telegraph Corp
has a listing of all types of cables available at the time. The info on
RG-58C/U (if interested) is as follows:
Inner conductor: 19 strands 0.0071" tinned copper,
Dielectric: Polyethylene. Dia=0.116"
Braid: Single, tinned copper
Jacket: Noncontaminating synthetic resin.
Nominal overall dia: 0.195"
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 50.0 OHMS
Weight lb/ft: 0.029
Nominal capacitance uuf/ft: 28.5
Maximum operating voltage rms: 1,900
Remarks: Small-size flexible cable
So the easy way to determine which coax cable is which: The RG-58 has a
stranded center conductor vice the RG-59 which is solid copperweld, the -58
braid is tinned vice the -59 is bare copper and the diameter of the -59 is
0.047" thicker than the -59.
But the -55 has a solid silvered copper center conductor (0.035 dia) and a
double braid of silvered copper. The overall dia. is 0.026" less than
the -59.-- The advantage of using the -55 is that it has less attenuation
per 100 ft. at 100 MHZ, 5.5db for the -58, vs 4.7db for the -55.
Check it out!-------Cheers!!--Henry Hore
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| Subject: | Re: Nav antenna cable |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Pardue" <n5lp@carlsbad.net>
I confess I focused on the 50 ohm aspect more than the RG-58 designation,
but I did remember having seen solid center conductor RG-58. A quick search
yielded
http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=CTLG&category%5Fname=CT
LG%5F005%5F001%5F001%5F000&product%5Fid=278%2D1314
Ok, Radio Shack is not where I would get my coax, but RG-58 is what they
call it.
Do not archive
Larry Pardue
Carlsbad, NM
RV-6 N441LP Flying
http://www.carlsbadnm.com/n5lp/index.htm
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry"
<elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
>
> Larry,
> Yes, you are right, there is a solid center-conductor 50 ohm cables with
> similar diameters such as RG-55A/U and they are probably the best to use
in
> noisy environments (i.e. strobes) because they have a double shield braid
> vice the -58, but with a slight weight penalty. It is not easily available
> as the - 58. As you intimated, soldering the solid wire into a connector
pin
> is a problem in a high vibration environment.
> The originator of this thread said his cable was RG 58. I have been using
> RG-58C/U for over 58 years and my 1956 edition (4th) of "Reference Data
For
> Radio Engineers" published by International Telephones and Telegraph Corp
> has a listing of all types of cables available at the time. The info on
> RG-58C/U (if interested) is as follows:
> Inner conductor: 19 strands 0.0071" tinned copper,
> Dielectric: Polyethylene. Dia=0.116"
> Braid: Single, tinned copper
> Jacket: Noncontaminating synthetic resin.
> Nominal overall dia: 0.195"
> NOMINAL IMPEDANCE: 50.0 OHMS
> Weight lb/ft: 0.029
> Nominal capacitance uuf/ft: 28.5
> Maximum operating voltage rms: 1,900
> Remarks: Small-size flexible cable
>
> So the easy way to determine which coax cable is which: The RG-58 has a
> stranded center conductor vice the RG-59 which is solid copperweld,
the -58
> braid is tinned vice the -59 is bare copper and the diameter of the -59
is
> 0.047" thicker than the -59.
> But the -55 has a solid silvered copper center conductor (0.035 dia) and
a
> double braid of silvered copper. The overall dia. is 0.026" less than
> the -59.-- The advantage of using the -55 is that it has less attenuation
> per 100 ft. at 100 MHZ, 5.5db for the -58, vs 4.7db for the -55.
>
> Check it out!-------Cheers!!--Henry Hore
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| Subject: | Meigs field closed. |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Bowen" <Larry@BowenAero.com>
Or send some fan mail directly to the mayor:
http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Mayor/mayorfeedback.html
-
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 Cy Galley
> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2003 4:39 PM
> To: rv-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: RV-List: Meigs field closed.
>
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Cy Galley" <cgalley@qcbc.org>
>
> Let 'em know how you feel about it. Vote at
>
> http://www.chicagotribune.com/
>
> At 1:55 Central it was 1439 (31.4%) for and 3141 (68.6) against.
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jeff Point" <jpoint@mindspring.com>
> To: "RV List" <rv-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: RV-List: Meigs field closed.
>
>
> > --> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
> >
> > Marginally RV-related, but very important to all of us.
> Delete now if
> > not interested. Do not archive in any event.
> >
> > http://www.aopa.org/whatsnew/newsitems/2003/03-1-157x.html
> >
> > Mayor Daley digs up the runway in the middle of the night, with no
> > Notam, no advance warning to anyone, stranding numerous
> aircraft on the
> > airport. This after he promised to keep Meigs open last year. All
> > under the guise of "homeland security."
> >
> > I would like to encourage everyone to stop over at
> > http://www.friendsofmeigs.org/ It is only $10 to join, and
> they could
> > use the money right now.
> >
> > Again, do not archive this non-RV related post. But remember, it
> > could
> > be your airport next.
> >
> > Jeff Point
> > RV-6 Finish kit FWF
> > Milwaukee WI
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| Subject: | Sportys A300 Nav/Com users manual |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff and Tamara Stokes" <jtstokes@netrover.com>
I recently purchased a used Sporty's A300 Nav/Com for backup in my RV6. The seller
didn't have the users manual and I am unfamiliar with its operation. Would
anyone be willing to make a copy?
Do not archive
Jeff Stokes RV6 206 hrs
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| Subject: | Electrical System Gremlin |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bill Baines" <BBaines@led.bc.ca>
Item 3 indicates RF from your transmitter is floating around in there
somewhere. It may be radiated, or it may be conducted. Some things to
review for radiated are:
1) Bonding and grounding of the radio and antenna
-ve power wire for the radio should be dedicated,
appropriate gauge, well
grounded and short.
2) Quality of Coax terminations at the connectors and proper
coax.
3) Antenna cable routing
It is a good idea to keep power grounds and audio grounds separate (but
close to each other at the airframe end)
If it is conducted, you might have RF coming down the audio or power
wires, and floating into other devices. You might try temporarily
powering the VHF from another power source and see if the interference
changes.
Wire routing sometimes causes problems you describe, but it is unlikely
that it would affect so many things.
I concur with Bill Dube's comments about grounding and bonding. Scrape
the paint, use sacrificial aluminum washers against the skin, etc. This
is well described in AC41.13-2A Chapter 15, 11.185 and onward, also see
Table 11-14.
Bill in Vancouver
RV-4 wings and empenage in storage :-(
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Tom & Cathy
Ervin
Subject: RV-List: Electrical System Gremlin
--> RV-List message posted by: "Tom & Cathy Ervin"
--> <tcervin@valkyrie.net>
Just finished up all the Electrics on my RV6-A in the Hanger (garage)
out back and have a small Gremlin. Everything works including transmit
and receiving on both Comm's.
Symptoms are as follows after turning on the Master:
1) About a 15 Amp. discharge shown on the Amp.
Gauge with only the Oil Pressure Light and BC Regulator Charge light
activated?
2) Everything works with no more discharge shown no
matter how many things are brought online?
3) Now it gets interesting........If I transmit on
either radio the following occurs:
a) CHT & EXT Gauges dance like crazy!
b) Amp Gauge goes Nuts!
c) Flap & Trim Indicators leds dance!
d) Fuel gauges advance very slightly even
though the wings and thus indicators are not hooked up?
The airport which is 3 miles away says I am transmitting
crystal clear even from inside my garage with a belly antenna?!?
Any suggestions of where to start looking would be appreciated as
I don't want to put the forward skin down till I get this fixed.
Tom in Ohio
direct advertising on the Matronics Forums.
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| Subject: | Re: Fumoto Oil Drain valve ordered |
--> RV-List message posted by: Vanremog@aol.com
In a message dated 3/31/2003 8:51:11 AM Pacific Standard Time,
akroguy@hotmail.com writes:
> I have ordered a Fumoto drain
> valve. Part number is T202N which will work for 1/2NPT Lycoming engines.
> The "N" suffix indicates it has a nipple for hose attachment. Price
> including shipping is $31.95. Web address is http://www.fumotovalve.com
>
> These valves are brass bodied with stainless ball. They should not leak.
> They do not have a safetying tab that I can see, but they could be easily
> safetied with a wrap of wire around the valve handle boss.
Brian-
I just drilled a safety wire hole centered on the end radius of the little
stainless steel handle. Works perfectly.
-GV (RV-6A N1GV 593hrs)
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| Subject: | Re: Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: Vanremog@aol.com
In a message dated 3/31/2003 8:30:44 AM Pacific Standard Time,
bdube@boulder.nist.gov writes:
> I have yet to see an example of an anti-collision strobe mounted on the
> horizontal stabilizer tip on an RV. Why is this?
>
Some things just shouldn't be done. An orchestral interpretation of Dylan's
"Subterranean Homesick Blues" and a Blue Grass rendition of Pink Floyds'
"Interstellar Overdrive" are a couple of examples that come to mind. Oh, and
mounting strobes on horizontal stabilizer tips. ;o)
Do not archive.
-GV (RV-6A N1GV 593hrs)
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| Subject: | Rudder tip strobe? |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ed Holyoke <bicyclop@pacbell.net>
I'm guessing that you meant vertical stab tip.
Most of the spam you see with single tail strobe are going to have a
roof over the cockpit blocking the strobe flash from the panel. In fact,
Cessna's with tail strobes have a piece of metal in front of the tail
strobe to help keep the light from coming through that wrap around rear
glass. That's more drag on top of the more drag of an exposed beacon and
it blocks light to the front for anti-collision purposes. With a clear
canopy, it seems like the potential for annoying and distracting light
in the cockpit is high.
I've done enough night flying to have observed that, while position
lights are visible alright, your eyes are drawn to strobes and you see
them much sooner and further away. Then you look for the position lights
to help you figure out the direction of flight. Wingtip strobes have the
added benefit of making your airplane look much bigger. Having two
sources of light 24' apart is much more visible than a single light,
especially if they're alternating flashes and/or making multiple flashes
like the Whelan comet flash.
These are fast airplanes with potentially high closure rates to other
traffic. The more visible you are, the better chance of them avoiding
you if you don't see them first. Go for the brightest, flashingest,
multiple light setup you can afford.
My opinion,
Ed Holyoke
6qb
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@boulder.nist.gov>
>
> At 10:03 AM 3/31/2003, you wrote:
> >--> RV-List message posted by: "Jack Blomgren" <jackanet@hotmail.com>
> >
> >Bill,
> >
> >For one thing your proffered strob location will be effectively
blocked
> >downward and forward by the fuselage and wings.
>
> According to the FAA, it is OK if the coverage is not 100%. A
> single strobe on the tip of the stab is one of the standard systems
given
> as an example by the FAA. It is not an uncommon installation on OEM
> aircraft.
>
> Indeed, the wing-tip method gives greater light distribution.
> There is no question about that. However, you have to consider exactly
> what
> direction it is possible/probable for another aircraft to collide with
> you.
> The stab tip covers all the directions that another aircraft would
likely
> approach and collide. The only possible "blind spot" would be if you
AND
> the other aircraft were both climbing steeply in EXACT opposite
> directions.
> Still, your position lights would be visible. Doesn't sound like much
of a
> problem or much added risk.
>
>
>
>
>
>
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