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1. 03:47 AM - RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue (Fred Stucklen)
2. 05:18 AM - Re: RVers in Orlando area? (RV8ter@aol.com)
3. 05:25 AM - Re: RVers in Orlando area? (RV8ter@aol.com)
4. 05:56 AM - Re: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue (Alex Peterson)
5. 06:03 AM - Re: VOR prognosis? (Wayne R. Couture)
6. 06:09 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Elsa & Henry)
7. 06:12 AM - Re: Alternative Engines (Wayne R. Couture)
8. 08:44 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Jeff Point)
9. 08:50 AM - Re: VOR prognosis? (Gary)
10. 08:50 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Gary)
11. 09:33 AM - Blo-proof exhaust gaskets (Jeff Point)
12. 09:39 AM - Re: Alternative Engines (Bob Coalson)
13. 09:42 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Bert Forero)
14. 09:44 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Bert Forero)
15. 09:46 AM - Re: Pitot tube (Bert Forero)
16. 10:03 AM - Re: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue (Jim Oke)
17. 11:05 AM - Re: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue (HCRV6@aol.com)
18. 12:04 PM - Re: Blo-proof exhaust gaskets (Jim Jewell)
19. 01:02 PM - onvernite hanger in Gulf Shores, Alabama area (Dwpetrus@aol.com)
20. 01:26 PM - Re: Pitot tube (Elsa & Henry)
21. 04:17 PM - RV-8A kit for sale (Doug Weiler)
22. 08:46 PM - Vernatherm and Voltage Regulator (JNice51355@aol.com)
23. 09:08 PM - Re: VOR prognosis? (James E. Clark)
24. 09:26 PM - Re: Pitot tube (Wayne Reese)
25. 09:59 PM - Cell Phone adaptor (Wheeler North)
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| Subject: | RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Fred Stucklen" <wstucklen1@cox.net>
While installing the engine baffling I've noticed that there's a potentially
massive air leak between the upper cowl plenum area, and the lower cowl. It is
associated with the upper cowl inlet ramp fiberglass parts that the instructions
have you fiberglass onto the top cowl just inside the inlets.
The engine baffling mates up against this part on the outside edges, but not
on the inside edges (behind the spinner). Since both edges of these pieces are
open relative to the cowl, upper plenum air can escape into the lower cowl area,
effectively bypassing the flow past the engine cylinders. The escaping airflow
travels under the upper cowl inlet ramp.
Van's instructions don't say anything about fiberglassing off the open ends
of the upper cowl inlet ramp.. But it looks like that is the only solution. Has
anybody else done this?
Fred Stucklen
RV-6A N926RV reserved
RV-6A N925RV 2008 Hrs of wonderful flying!
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| Subject: | Re: RVers in Orlando area? |
--> RV-List message posted by: RV8ter@aol.com
Well, there's a lot of "low key" stuff to see mostly on the East coast of
central florida where KSC is located. Gazillion homebuilders in Florida.
Swing by any smaller airport. Velocity aircraft company is on the east coast
around Jupiter, there's a well known "sea plane" ultralight manufacturing and
design company in Rockledge florida (Brevard county, where kennedy space
center is in) and about 5 miles east of rockledge is merritt island airport
florida where there's another relatively well known design and manufacturing
company of turbine powered, high wing, composite airframe homebuilt company
is based out of. Piper is down at Vero Beach.
lucky
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In a message dated 4/18/2003 7:30:58 PM Eastern Standard Time,
khorto1537@rogers.com writes:
> Subj: RV-List: RVers in Orlando area?
> Date: 4/18/2003 7:30:58 PM Eastern Standard Time
> From: <A HREF="mailto:khorto1537@rogers.com">khorto1537@rogers.com
> Reply-to: <A HREF="mailto:rv-list@matronics.com">rv-list@matronics.com
> To: <A HREF="mailto:rv-list@matronics.com">rv-list@matronics.com, <A HREF="mailto:rv8list@yahoogroups.com">rv8list@yahoogroups.com
> Sent from the Internet
>
>
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: Kevin Horton <khorto1537@rogers.com>
>
> I'll be attending a conference in the Orlando, FL area from April 21
> - 25. I'm not sure yet what my schedule will look like, but there is
> a chance I'll have some free time in the evenings.
>
> Are there any RV builders or flyers in the Orlando area who I could visit
> with?
>
> I'll be staying near the I-4 and the Osceola Parkway, SE of Disney
> World. I'll have a rental car.
>
> Other than the Fantasy of Flight Museum, and NASA's museum at Cape
> Canaveral, where should an aviation buff plan to visit in the Orlando
> area?
> --
> Kevin Horton RV-8 (finishing kit)
> Ottawa, Canada
> http://go.phpwebhosting.com/~khorton/rv8/
>
>
>
>
>
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>
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| Subject: | Re: RVers in Orlando area? |
--> RV-List message posted by: RV8ter@aol.com
In a message dated 4/19/2003 8:20:04 AM Eastern Standard Time, RV8ter@aol.com
writes:
> Well, there's a lot of "low key" stuff to see mostly on the East coast of
> central florida where KSC is located. Gazillion homebuilders in Florida.
> Swing by any smaller airport. Velocity aircraft company is on the east
> coast
> around Jupiter, there's a well known "sea plane" ultralight manufacturing
> and
> design company in Rockledge florida (Brevard county, where kennedy space
> center is in) and about 5 miles east of rockledge is merritt island airport
>
> florida where there's another relatively well known design and
> manufacturing
> company of turbine powered, high wing, composite airframe homebuilt company
>
> is based out of. Piper is down at Vero Beach.
>
> lucky
>
> do not archivve
>
Forgot to mention the NEW Steen Skybolt company is now located in, I think,
Valkaria which is a few miles south of Melbourne Florida.
do not archive
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| Subject: | RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Alex Peterson" <alexpeterson@usjet.net>
Fred, I noticed that same thing on the inside edges of the ramps, but my
baffle material does catch the ramps on their inside most ends, but it
is close. I can tell from the wear areas that I have good contact, but
the ramps really should be wider. I did glass a "ramp" from the factory
supplied ramps towards the center of the cowl, but it appears that I
could have gotten away without doing so.
Alex Peterson
Maple Grove, MN
RV6-A N66AP 291 hours and holding due to crappy weather!
www.rvforum.org
www.usfamily.net/web/alexpeterson
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Fred Stucklen" <wstucklen1@cox.net>
>
> While installing the engine baffling I've noticed that
> there's a potentially massive air leak between the upper cowl
> plenum area, and the lower cowl. It is associated with the
> upper cowl inlet ramp fiberglass parts that the instructions
> have you fiberglass onto the top cowl just inside the inlets.
> The engine baffling mates up against this part on the
> outside edges, but not on the inside edges (behind the
> spinner). Since both edges of these pieces are open relative
> to the cowl, upper plenum air can escape into the lower cowl
> area, effectively bypassing the flow past the engine
> cylinders. The escaping airflow travels under the upper cowl
> inlet ramp.
> Van's instructions don't say anything about fiberglassing
> off the open ends of the upper cowl inlet ramp.. But it looks
> like that is the only solution. Has anybody else done this?
>
> Fred Stucklen
> RV-6A N926RV reserved
> RV-6A N925RV 2008 Hrs of wonderful flying!
>
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| Subject: | Re: VOR prognosis? |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Wayne R. Couture" <commando@cox-internet.com>
Hi Jeff,
I'm a non-fed nav aids tech and I can bet you that VOR isn't going anywhere
soon. They have been saying that for NDB's for many years but I'm still
installing new ones. Have you ever seen a 757 with a GPS in it? The FAA
isn't going to let airline traffic fly direct anytime soon. If you bought a
NAV now, you will at least get your money out of it before the FAA shuts
down the first VOR!
Wayne
do not archive
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeff Orear" <jorear@new.rr.com>
Subject: RV-List: VOR prognosis?
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Orear" <jorear@new.rr.com>
>
> List:
>
> I am in the planning stage for my panel and need to make some decisions
regarding radios.
>
> My dilemma is whether to install a NAV radio. How long is the VOR system
going to be around? GPS has taken over as the preferred navigational tool,
and I recall reading that the days of VOR navigation are numbered. I am
considering purchasing a NAV/COM radio (specifically the KX125) first of
all for a good COM radio, second to have a backup navigational tool, and
third, to listen in to the AWOS at select airports, mine included (MNM).
>
> Anyone in the know regarding the fate of VOR??
>
> Thanks
>
> Regards,
>
> Jeff Orear
> RV6A
> Panel stuff, waiting on finish kit
> Peshtigo, WI
>
>
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
Why would you connect the altimeter to the pitot tube? You mean the static
ports don't you?
H. H.
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| Subject: | Re: Alternative Engines |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Wayne R. Couture" <commando@cox-internet.com>
Ever notice that people under 10 and over 60 quote 1/2 years! What's with
that?
do not archive
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Coalson" <bcoalson@verizon.net>
Subject: Re: RV-List: Alternative Engines
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Bob Coalson" <bcoalson@verizon.net>
>
> Jeff; GO FOR IT!!!! Don't listen to the nay sayers!!! I did, and now I
am
> an old over the hill fart, but I am building a 8A (with my son's help and
in
> his garage) and we are planning to do it for under 35k. Then after this
one
> is finished I intend to build me a Bearhawk!!! If my wife doesn't kill me
> first (ha) or I kill myself trying to learn to fly at my advanced age(65
> 1/2). Best of luck with your project and I think you are making a wise
> choice. Bob C.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Rob Lasater" <av8rrob@swbell.net>
> To: <rv-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Re: RV-List: Alternative Engines
>
>
> > --> RV-List message posted by: Rob Lasater <av8rrob@swbell.net>
> >
> > Jeff,
> >
> > Go for it man! Do what you love and happines will
> > follow. As a current airline pilot, I have flown with
> > plenty of guys that went the military route and more
> > than plenty that went "the other way" (this includes
> > myself). Also, after you finish your RV and fly the
> > hell out of it, you can sell it for more than you put
> > into it (hopefully).
> >
> >
> > av8rrob
> > another aspiring RV-8 owner
> >
> > --- j tramontano <blueirocrt@hotmail.com> wrote:
> > > --> RV-List message posted by: "j tramontano"
> > > <blueirocrt@hotmail.com>
> > >
> > > That was a confusing reply with the info on the Air
> > > Force. And who is tracy?
> > > I got advice on why I should not buy a plane and
> > > what to do with my career:)
> > > Well its too late to get the government to pay for
> > > my ratings as I have
> > > everything I need sans the ATP and the various
> > > CFI's. Plus the Air Force has
> > > this problem with people and vision correction that
> > > the airlines dont care
> > > about. I would give up quite a bit for a Strike
> > > Eagle slot but that isnt
> > > going to happen. Whats the next best thing to a
> > > F-15....a P51$$$.....how
> > > about a RV8!!!! I would like to complete one for
> > > under 35k and belive its
> > > possible as I am not building an IFR show plane. The
> > > engine choice is due to
> > > cost issues all around. Cheaper now, cheaper in the
> > > future for work and
> > > rebuild, cheaper when 100LL is phased out. I have
> > > plenty of friends my age
> > > who are financing $35k cars for five years. My car
> > > is paid off and I live
> > > with the rents:) I almost bought a 68 Cherokee 140
> > > for $28k. It was slow,
> > > old, ugly, dirty, smelled funny, paint horrible,
> > > ancient panel but with a
> > > new motor and prop. Not a good deal. Since I am new
> > > to the list i see people
> > > are notating do not archive when its a discussion
> > > like this so here it goes
> > >
> > > Jeff
> > > Do Not Archive
> > >
> > >
> > >
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--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
If you have a heated pitot tube, you may want to use aluminum for a
couple of feet at least to absorb the heat. Those suckers get pretty hot.
Jeff Point
RV-6 FWF
Milwaukee WI
Bert Forero wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
>
>Hello:
>
>I am ready to connect the Alt. to the pitot tube, I have used the plastic tubes
for all other connections,
>except of course the Vacumm system. Should I use
>aluminum, on this, or plastic is ok?
>
> Thanks for comments and suggestions.
>
>
>Bert
>
>rv6a
>
>Ready soon to start canopy
>
>Sign up for Internet Service under $10 dollars a month, at http://isp.BlueLight.com
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: VOR prognosis? |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Gary" <rv9er@3rivers.net>
Anyone in the know regarding the fate of VOR??
Thanks
Regards,
Jeff Orear
Jeff......I am not, but to me it is a moot point. I have never had any use for
the VOR system anyway. Let's hear it for GPS!
Gary
---
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Gary" <rv9er@3rivers.net>
Time: 05:15:36 PM PST US
From: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Subject: Pitot tube
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Hello:
I am ready to connect the Alt. to the pitot tube, I have used the plastic
tubes
for all other connections,
except of course the Vacumm system. Should I use
aluminum, on this, or plastic is ok?
Thanks for comments and suggestions.
Bert
Bert......I would suggest you don't connect the pitot to the altimeter! Unless
you know something I do not. I have to assume you meant pitot to the airspeed,
or static to the altimeter...........:)
Seriously, to answer your question, plastic is okay.
( Think what a rate of climb you could get with the pitot connected to the altimeter!
Only it would be down, not up......)
Gary
---
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| Subject: | Blo-proof exhaust gaskets |
--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
For those using Blo-proof exhaust gaskets, what are you using, if
anything, for a sealer?
Jeff Point
RV-6 FWF
Milwaukee WI
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| Subject: | Re: Alternative Engines |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bob Coalson" <bcoalson@verizon.net>
Hey Wayne; I don't know about the youngsters but us old farts are just
dadblamed glad to make it through one more month, so we count halves,
quarters and even weeks, days and minutes sometime!!! And they are all
wonderful!!! Trying to live life to the fullest and as Kramer on Seinfeld
says, "I'm loving every minute of it Jerry!!!" BC
----- Original Message -----
From: "Wayne R. Couture" <commando@cox-internet.com>
Subject: Re: RV-List: Alternative Engines
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Wayne R. Couture"
<commando@cox-internet.com>
>
> Ever notice that people under 10 and over 60 quote 1/2 years! What's with
> that?
>
> do not archive
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Bob Coalson" <bcoalson@verizon.net>
> To: <rv-list@matronics.com>
> Subject: Re: RV-List: Alternative Engines
>
>
> > --> RV-List message posted by: "Bob Coalson" <bcoalson@verizon.net>
> >
> > Jeff; GO FOR IT!!!! Don't listen to the nay sayers!!! I did, and now I
> am
> > an old over the hill fart, but I am building a 8A (with my son's help
and
> in
> > his garage) and we are planning to do it for under 35k. Then after this
> one
> > is finished I intend to build me a Bearhawk!!! If my wife doesn't kill
me
> > first (ha) or I kill myself trying to learn to fly at my advanced age(65
> > 1/2). Best of luck with your project and I think you are making a wise
> > choice. Bob C.
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Rob Lasater" <av8rrob@swbell.net>
> > To: <rv-list@matronics.com>
> > Subject: Re: RV-List: Alternative Engines
> >
> >
> > > --> RV-List message posted by: Rob Lasater <av8rrob@swbell.net>
> > >
> > > Jeff,
> > >
> > > Go for it man! Do what you love and happines will
> > > follow. As a current airline pilot, I have flown with
> > > plenty of guys that went the military route and more
> > > than plenty that went "the other way" (this includes
> > > myself). Also, after you finish your RV and fly the
> > > hell out of it, you can sell it for more than you put
> > > into it (hopefully).
> > >
> > >
> > > av8rrob
> > > another aspiring RV-8 owner
> > >
> > > --- j tramontano <blueirocrt@hotmail.com> wrote:
> > > > --> RV-List message posted by: "j tramontano"
> > > > <blueirocrt@hotmail.com>
> > > >
> > > > That was a confusing reply with the info on the Air
> > > > Force. And who is tracy?
> > > > I got advice on why I should not buy a plane and
> > > > what to do with my career:)
> > > > Well its too late to get the government to pay for
> > > > my ratings as I have
> > > > everything I need sans the ATP and the various
> > > > CFI's. Plus the Air Force has
> > > > this problem with people and vision correction that
> > > > the airlines dont care
> > > > about. I would give up quite a bit for a Strike
> > > > Eagle slot but that isnt
> > > > going to happen. Whats the next best thing to a
> > > > F-15....a P51$$$.....how
> > > > about a RV8!!!! I would like to complete one for
> > > > under 35k and belive its
> > > > possible as I am not building an IFR show plane. The
> > > > engine choice is due to
> > > > cost issues all around. Cheaper now, cheaper in the
> > > > future for work and
> > > > rebuild, cheaper when 100LL is phased out. I have
> > > > plenty of friends my age
> > > > who are financing $35k cars for five years. My car
> > > > is paid off and I live
> > > > with the rents:) I almost bought a 68 Cherokee 140
> > > > for $28k. It was slow,
> > > > old, ugly, dirty, smelled funny, paint horrible,
> > > > ancient panel but with a
> > > > new motor and prop. Not a good deal. Since I am new
> > > > to the list i see people
> > > > are notating do not archive when its a discussion
> > > > like this so here it goes
> > > >
> > > > Jeff
> > > > Do Not Archive
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Contributions
> > > > any other
> > > > Forums.
> > > >
> > > > latest messages.
> > > > List members.
> > > >
> > > > http://www.matronics.com/subscription
> > > > http://www.matronics.com/FAQ/RV-List.htm
> > > > Digests:http://www.matronics.com/digest/rv-list
> > > > http://www.matronics.com/archives
> > > > http://www.matronics.com/photoshare
> > > > http://www.matronics.com/emaillists
> > > >
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> > > >
> > > >
> > >
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> >
> >
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Gary:
I was just checking to see if you guys pay attention
Thanks
It will be easier for me to use the plastic tubing
there is so much stuff, on that side, that would
be a very hard task to use the aluminum..
Bert
rv6a
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Jeff:
Good point
Bert
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Bert Forero" <bert6@mybluelight.com>
Hi Elsa and Henry:
Just to see if you are paying attention; any how did
not get an answer to my question..
Thanks
Bert
Rv6a
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| Subject: | Re: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue |
--> RV-List message posted by: Jim Oke <wjoke@shaw.ca>
Fred;
When I did my cowling (RV-6A), the upper cowl inlet ramps had vertical,
straight cut outside ends. The way these pieces fit, they remained inside
the vertical metal baffles in the area of the #1 and 2# cylinder heads. I
trimmed the metal baffles to fit to the contour of the actual cowl (not the
inlet ramps) and added rubber baffle material to create a seal there. The
rubber did have to be trimmed to less than the nominal 1" that extends above
the metal elsewhere. Thus any air entering the inner ends of the inlet ramp
would be stopped from exiting outwards and down to the lower cowl.
I am not flying yet (just close) so I cannot say if this is an effective
baffle arrangement.
If you are concerned about air flowing laterally through the inlet ramps,
perhaps a few bits of foam stuffed in place would be sufficient to form an
air block. I doubt fiberglass would be needed for strength or similar
reasons.
Jim Oke
Winnipeg, MB
RV-6A C-GKGZ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Fred Stucklen" <wstucklen1@cox.net>
Subject: RV-List: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Fred Stucklen" <wstucklen1@cox.net>
>
> While installing the engine baffling I've noticed that there's a
potentially massive air leak between the upper cowl plenum area, and the
lower cowl. It is associated with the upper cowl inlet ramp fiberglass parts
that the instructions have you fiberglass onto the top cowl just inside the
inlets.
> The engine baffling mates up against this part on the outside edges,
but not on the inside edges (behind the spinner). Since both edges of these
pieces are open relative to the cowl, upper plenum air can escape into the
lower cowl area, effectively bypassing the flow past the engine cylinders.
The escaping airflow travels under the upper cowl inlet ramp.
> Van's instructions don't say anything about fiberglassing off the open
ends of the upper cowl inlet ramp.. But it looks like that is the only
solution. Has anybody else done this?
>
> Fred Stucklen
> RV-6A N926RV reserved
> RV-6A N925RV 2008 Hrs of wonderful flying!
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: RV-6A Upper Cowl Inlet ramp issue |
--> RV-List message posted by: HCRV6@aol.com
Fred, I noticed the same thing while installing my baffles, so I shamelessly
copied an idea I got from GV and used foam in place epoxy foam to fill the
area you are concerned with. It's a little tricky to do, but my solution was
to do one side at a time and use a modeling clay dam to close off the bottom
of each cavity with the cowling standing on edge. Foam sets up in 20 minutes
or less and you can then sand and shape it and smooth the sides with a
microballon slurry if you want to be fussy about it. I also concluded that
if the parts were made to fit the contour of the inlets a little better this
would not be necessary, but I decided to go for the above solution. I also
have noticed in looking at other RVs that if the ramps are located exactly
right you can seal both the inside and outside edges with the baffle air
seal, but I discovered that a little too late.
Do not archive
Harry Crosby
Pleasanton, California
RV-6, firewall forward
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| Subject: | Re: Blo-proof exhaust gaskets |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Jewell" <jjewell@telus.net>
Hi Jeff,
They go into place dry, no sealant required.
Jim in Kelowna
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeff Point" <jpoint@mindspring.com>
Subject: RV-List: Blo-proof exhaust gaskets
> --> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point <jpoint@mindspring.com>
>
> For those using Blo-proof exhaust gaskets, what are you using, if
> anything, for a sealer?
>
> Jeff Point
> RV-6 FWF
> Milwaukee WI
>
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| Subject: | onvernite hanger in Gulf Shores, Alabama area |
--> RV-List message posted by: Dwpetrus@aol.com
Will be going to Gulf Shores next Wed. or Thur and probably landing at Jack
Edwards. Anyone no if space is available to stash the RV8A overnight.
Thanks,
Wayne Petrus
RV8A
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
Hi Bert,
Sorry I didn't answer your question.--Still don't know what you are (were)
connecting to what?
If you are connecting the ASI, I used the aluminum tubing that came with
the wing kit as it was long enough to reach the ASI from the pitot without
any connectors in between. With some friends helping me install the wings, I
was able to thread the tubing through a hole in the skin just ahead of wing
spar, threading the hole grommet along the tube, as we inserted the spar to
the bulkhead and dress the tubing under the canopy deck and connect it to
the ASI using an AN822 elbow and nut.(Mine is a 6-A with tip-up canopy
therefore the instruments are easily accessible with the canopy open. It's
easy to disconnect and blow the line out if necessary)
If you are installing the altimeter to the static system, I purchased Van's
kit which comes with the necessary connectors (Nylocks) to connect an
altitude encoder, vertical speed indicator and the altimeter, with plastic
tubing (supplied). I did not use pop-rivets for the ports (supplied) but
used Cleaveland's ports instead.
That's about the best answer I can give!
Cheers!!----Henry
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| Subject: | RV-8A kit for sale |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Doug Weiler" <dougweil@pressenter.com>
Fellow Listers:
I am forwarding this note from Mike Hamel. He has a -8A kit for sale which might
be of interest. Please contact him directly.
Thanks
Doug Weiler
pres, MN Wing
------
Please please post it for me thanks:
The RV8A is the quick build kit and I have not purchased the finishing kit. I
have about $22,000 invested in the kit and required tools, etc., not including
my labor. The kit has installed landing lights and heated pitot tube. It includes
electric flaps and electric aileron and elevator control trim. I was hoping
to get $17500 for the kit and all of the tools, compressor and power tools
which are all brand new. I would be willing to accept $15,000. I am interested
in what you have in mind so please let me know. I am located in Scottsdale
Arizona.
Mike Hamel
480-451-2680 h
480-363-0428 c
transpac747@aol.com
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| Subject: | Vernatherm and Voltage Regulator |
--> RV-List message posted by: JNice51355@aol.com
Two Questions for "The List" Please
First Question. I have a Lamar B-00331-2 Voltage Regulator. It is a "three
wire".
Wire color is Red, Black and Yellow. Which wires go where??
Second question. A friend felt my oil filter and oil cooler after flight
because he said it seems I am not getting the oil hot enough. He seems to
think it is a bad vernatherm valve. Can this be proven out? OR Should I
just replace the vernatherm and see what happens?
Thanks Folks
Jim Nice
WA State
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--> RV-List message posted by: "James E. Clark" <james@nextupventures.com>
Yes, but I think there is more to it than that. The certification of the
CNX-80 is to some higher level that I do not remember at the moment. I
*think* there is an assumption of another VOR receiver being in the plane
for the 430.
I may very well be **VERY WRONG** on this so please check with UPSAT but for
some reason, I got the impression that there was a real difference.
James
... not arguing, just trying to pass on what I think I was told.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Ed Holyoke
> Sent: Saturday, April 19, 2003 1:44 AM
> To: rv-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: RV-List: VOR prognosis?
>
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: Ed Holyoke <bicyclop@pacbell.net>
>
> That's because it's got vor/ils and annuciator built in just like the
> Garmin GNS-430/530.
>
> Ed Holyoke
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-
> > server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of James E. Clark
> > Sent: Friday, April 18, 2003 8:39 PM
> > To: rv-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: RV-List: VOR prognosis?
> >
> > --> RV-List message posted by: "James E. Clark"
> <james@nextupventures.com>
> >
> > Except (so they say) for the new UPSAT CNX-80.
> >
> > It in theory can be used as the primary instrument for navigation
> enroute
> > and approach.
> >
> > So they say ...
> >
> > James
> >
> >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
> > > [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Ed Holyoke
> > > Sent: Friday, April 18, 2003 9:21 PM
> > > To: rv-list@matronics.com
> > > Subject: RE: RV-List: VOR prognosis?
> > >
> > >
> > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Ed Holyoke" <bicyclop@pacbell.net>
> > >
> > > Another thing is that the FAA won't buy off on an approach certified
> IFR
> > > GPS installation unless there is a VOR receiver also installed and,
> in
> > > most cases, an annunciator panel as well.
> > >
> > > Ed Holyoke
> > >
> > >
> > > >
> > > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Dan Checkoway" <dan@rvproject.com>
> > > >
> > > > Are you going to fly IFR? If so, and depending on the airports
> you
> > > fly
> > > > into
> > > > regularly, having a LOC/GS receiver is invaluable...to be able to
> fly
> > > ILS
> > > > approaches. An IFR GPS can get you into most airports, but ILS
> > > minimums
> > > > are
> > > > gonna get you home much more reliably than VOR/GPS minimums.
> > > >
> > > > If it wasn't for ILS approaches, there's no freakin' way I would
> have
> > > a
> > > > Nav/Com in my panel...just an IFR GPS/Comm. But I do rely on ILS
> > > > approaches
> > > > enough to justify having the SL30 in addition to the GX60.
> > > >
> > > > Just my 2 cents,
> > > > )_( Dan
> > > > RV-7 N714D (finish)
> > > > http://www.rvproject.com
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Wayne Reese" <waynereese@qwest.net>
Can you imagine the climb rate?
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Elsa & Henry
Subject: Re: RV-List: Pitot tube
--> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry"
<elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
Why would you connect the altimeter to the pitot tube? You mean the
static
ports don't you?
H. H.
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| Subject: | Cell Phone adaptor |
--> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
Well,
So Cal was downright bayutiful today, flew around for awhile, went to
Corona, on the downwind 45 called ACS for a pick up ride and the little cell
phone adaptor worked like a champ. I've used it several times now and its
been just fine, nice and loud, or at least as loud as I want it.
I have the RST audio panel/intercom and it is a little low in volume, but is
just fine with lightspeed ANRs. The cell beeps are very loud and the
conversation is equal to any person on the intercom.
As someone posted this takes advantage of the intercom's amplification. It
doesn't work with the intercom turned off.
Meanwhile, the Brown now has the Dynon unit in south SFO. That means its
about 2/3 of the way here. They still have 600 miles to loose it.
Got the plane pulled apart and all the wiring and vac hoses routed. I made a
new lower wing insp panel and mounted a temporary P/S port in it. I've
decided that the inside of the wing aft of that insp panel seems to be a
location that is furthest from anything iron or electrical. So I'm gonna
stick the magnetometer in there with a little bracket and some velcro.
And on the final project that I am working on, I still can't seem to get my
IPAQ to talk to my cell phone to make calls to DUAT for semi-realtime wx
reports. I got kinda frustrated with this project and put it on the back
burner until the Dynon is up and running. Are any of you guys able to
directly connect your IPAQ to a cell phone via the lower Comm 1 connection?
I went through three cables from various companies and none of them work
with my Kyocera.
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