---------------------------------------------------------- RV-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Tue 01/27/04: 40 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 12:01 AM - Re: Scotch Brite Wheel (Dave Smith) 2. 12:11 AM - non-skid help (Jason Sneed) 3. 05:53 AM - Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (Jeff Dowling) 4. 05:56 AM - Re: Scotch Brite Wheel (Glenn Brasch) 5. 06:14 AM - leather upholstery (Jeff Dowling) 6. 06:58 AM - EIS help cht/egt (Jeff Dowling) 7. 07:04 AM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (linn walters) 8. 07:13 AM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (Jerry Hansen) 9. 07:21 AM - seat heaters (Frazier, Vincent A) 10. 07:56 AM - Re: leather upholstery (Lenleg@aol.com) 11. 08:04 AM - Re: non-skid help (Pat Hatch) 12. 08:09 AM - Re: Scotch Brite Wheel (Dave Smith) 13. 08:25 AM - Re: leather upholstery (Larygagnon@aol.com) 14. 08:42 AM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (Stewart, Michael (ISS Atlanta)) 15. 09:02 AM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Vincent Welch) 16. 10:04 AM - Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... (Bill VonDane) 17. 11:30 AM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Cy Galley) 18. 12:45 PM - rv gear (wayne larabee) 19. 01:35 PM - survival kit (Wheeler North) 20. 01:51 PM - Re: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... (Blanton Fortson) 21. 02:11 PM - Re: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... (David Carter) 22. 04:11 PM - Control Vision Anywhere WX (JSannizzar@aol.com) 23. 04:54 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Jim Jewell) 24. 05:30 PM - C squeezer on Ebay (Bill Dube) 25. 05:45 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Jsd41@aol.com) 26. 06:38 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (N67BT@aol.com) 27. 06:55 PM - Re: Control Vision Anywhere WX (Hal Rozema) 28. 07:02 PM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (Jeff Dowling) 29. 07:11 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Alex Peterson) 30. 07:34 PM - Re: Control Vision Anywhere WX (Karie Daniel) 31. 07:49 PM - Re: EIS help cht/egt (Curt Reimer) 32. 07:52 PM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (Jerry Hansen) 33. 07:57 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Curt Reimer) 34. 08:22 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Randy Richter) 35. 09:21 PM - Re: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling (GMC) 36. 10:06 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Larry Rhea) 37. 10:43 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Jim Oke) 38. 10:54 PM - Re: Off Topic - Thunderbirds crash report and video (j1j2h3@juno.com) 39. 10:54 PM - Re: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics (Jim and Bev Cone) 40. 11:53 PM - more F-16 crash photos (fwd) (rv@klclark.net) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 12:01:26 AM PST US From: Dave Smith Subject: Re: RV-List: Scotch Brite Wheel --> RV-List message posted by: Dave Smith Jeff, It might depend on where the Ace is, tho. I can say with certainty that the one's near me in Spokane don't carry the wheels. They are terminally 'out' of the maroon pads as well... Jeff Point wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point > >Forget Home Depot, they are a joke. Try your local ACE hardware >(Aircraft Components & Equipment) It's amazing how a store 1/10 the >size can have 4 times the selection. > >Jeff Point >RV-6 weighing and first engine start next week! >do not archive > >Karie Daniel wrote: > > > >>--> RV-List message posted by: "Karie Daniel" >> >>Do anyone know where I get a small Scotch Brite Wheel locally that I can put on a die grinder. I know I can order one but I wanted to get one today if I can. I live in the Seattle area (Eastside). >> >>Why can't all Home Depot's be Aircraft Spruce! >> >>Karie Daniel >>Sammamish, WA >>RV-7A >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > -- Dave http://www.rv10project.net ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 12:11:40 AM PST US From: Jason Sneed Subject: RV-List: non-skid help --> RV-List message posted by: Jason Sneed The non skid on my RV-6 started coming loose so I decided to pull it off and install some new non-skid. In doing so the non-skid ripped off the paint that was under the non-skid. I was going to just get new non-skid and stick it to the aluminum but I would like to get some advise on the following: 1. Should I paint the aluminum before I put new non-skid on? 2. If so what is the best paint to use and do I need to prep the aluminum? 3. What is the best type on non-skid to use and where do I get it? I would like to apply the new non-skid and not go through this process every 150 hours if there is a better way to apply the nonskid, or a better non-skid. Thank you very much for the help! Jason ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 05:53:48 AM PST US From: "Jeff Dowling" Subject: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? Thanks Jeff Dowling RV-6A 9 hours Chicago/Louisville ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 05:56:21 AM PST US From: "Glenn Brasch" Subject: Re: RV-List: Scotch Brite Wheel --> RV-List message posted by: "Glenn Brasch" Try looking for a Norton brand. They are the same thing and I found mine at a local tool supply company. Cheaper too. Glenn in Arizona -9A Wings, Fuselage ordered. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dave Smith" Subject: Re: RV-List: Scotch Brite Wheel > --> RV-List message posted by: Dave Smith > > Jeff, > > It might depend on where the Ace is, tho. I can say with certainty that > the one's near me in Spokane don't carry the wheels. They are > terminally 'out' of the maroon pads as well... > > Jeff Point wrote: > > >--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point > > > >Forget Home Depot, they are a joke. Try your local ACE hardware > ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 06:14:12 AM PST US From: "Jeff Dowling" Subject: RV-List: leather upholstery --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" Does anyone have a good source for enough leather to cover 2 seats? tia Jeff Dowling RV-6A, N915JD 9 hours Chicago/Louisville ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 06:58:02 AM PST US From: "Jeff Dowling" Subject: RV-List: EIS help cht/egt --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" Now that I have some time on my eis, Im wondering if those of you who use this for cht/egt can help with some questions. I havent changed the factory defaults yet and keep getting temp problem warnings. The manual says to find your normal highs and lows, then add/subtract 40. Were still tinkering with the engine so I dont know yet if Im getting a true high and low. The most common problem coming up is a temp difference fault. Im getting a spread of 100 degrees on no.3 and no.4 egt at cruise settings while the chts are only 20 apart. I plan on swapping probes before I adjust anything. #31320,320 #41420,340 Thanks again Jeff Dowling RV-6A, N915JD 9 hours Chicago/Louisville ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 07:04:30 AM PST US From: linn walters Subject: Re: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: linn walters Jeff Dowling wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" > >I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? > >Thanks >Jeff Dowling >RV-6A 9 hours >Chicago/Louisville > I think the problem may be in the format of the signal. The GPS may be putting out NMEA format which is different from the 'aviation' format. Check out http://www.porcine.com/ for a coupler ...... that will convert the 'boat' format to 'aviation'. Linn ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 07:13:06 AM PST US From: "Jerry Hansen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jerry Hansen" Jeff, the Navaid is designed to capture the analog deviation signals that come from a VOR receiver. Some high end GPS receivers (panel mount) provide such a signal, but most "GPS" autopilots use the digital data that is output on the NMEA 0180 or AVLINK data port of the receiver. Porcine does make a "Smart Coupler" that can be used in conjunction with the Navaid to convert the GPS data to an analog signal. Another solution would be to upgrade your Navaid with an EZ Pilot autopilot at http://www.trioavionics.com - it will work with your existing Navaid servo (cost savings), and it provides a whole lot more capability. Jerry (I am associated with Trio Avionics) -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Dowling Subject: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? Thanks Jeff Dowling RV-6A 9 hours Chicago/Louisville ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 07:21:33 AM PST US Subject: RV-List: seat heaters From: "Frazier, Vincent A" --> RV-List message posted by: "Frazier, Vincent A" SNIP I'm a Check Corp seat heater dealer, I have them in my RV6. Let me know the dimensions of your seat and I can get you whatever you need. The single temp units are $65.00 each and the dual temp units are $95.00 plus shipping. Contact me off list. Larry Gagnon RV6 N6LG O-360/Sensenich SNIP I wouldn't recommend the single temp models. The premium units have the definite advantage of NOT turning themselves on when you flip the master on. You must push the button each time you want them turned on as the digital control resets to OFF. Now, whether you think it's a good idea to have a seat turned on when nobody's butt is in it is up to you. Personally, I'd rather have someone in the seat absorbing the heat as designed for. The dual temp units are about $95 as Larry mentioned. The 3 temp premium model sells for about $150 and is well worth it. Vince Frazier 812-464-1839 work 812-985-7309 home 1946 Stinson, NC97535, FOR SALE F-1H Rocket, N540VF, Crazy Horse ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 07:56:01 AM PST US From: Lenleg@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: leather upholstery --> RV-List message posted by: Lenleg@aol.com In a message dated 1/27/2004 9:17:30 AM Eastern Standard Time, shempdowling@earthlink.net writes: > Does anyone have a good source for enough leather to cover 2 seats? > > tia > Jeff Dowling > RV-6A, N915JD > 9 hours > Chicago/Louisville > Jeff: I am in the furniture manufacturing business. My company does a lot of leather business. I am producing seats right now for friends but will soon launch the business of aircraft seats. I can help you with leather. We stock about 350 leathers but I am using only one pattern for my RV seats ... very durable and has about 55 colors to choose from. Let me know if you are interested. I will send you some samples. Len Leggette, RV-8A Greensboro, NC N910LL 196 hrs ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 08:04:15 AM PST US From: "Pat Hatch" Subject: Re: RV-List: non-skid help --> RV-List message posted by: "Pat Hatch" Jason, If it were me, I would scotchbrite it real well, clean, mask, hit it with an epoxy primer (PPG DPLF or Dupont Corlar, for example), then apply the non-skid from Ray Allen, the trim servo people. Their non-skid has worked great for me. I'll bet you'll get some other ideas. Pat Hatch RV-4 RV-6 RV-7 QB (Building) Vero Beach, FL ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jason Sneed" Subject: RV-List: non-skid help > --> RV-List message posted by: Jason Sneed > > The non skid on my RV-6 started coming loose so I decided to pull it > off and install some new non-skid. In doing so the non-skid ripped off > the paint that was under the non-skid. I was going to just get new > non-skid and stick it to the aluminum but I would like to get some > advise on the following: > > 1. Should I paint the aluminum before I put new non-skid on? > > 2. If so what is the best paint to use and do I need to prep the > aluminum? > > 3. What is the best type on non-skid to use and where do I get it? > > I would like to apply the new non-skid and not go through this process > every 150 hours if there is a better way to apply the nonskid, or a > better non-skid. > > Thank you very much for the help! > > Jason ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 08:09:36 AM PST US From: Dave Smith Subject: Re: RV-List: Scotch Brite Wheel --> RV-List message posted by: Dave Smith hehe, that's the brand they are always 'out' of! I've asked why, and nobody ever seems to know, nor do they really remember selling that many. Glenn Brasch wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: "Glenn Brasch" > >Try looking for a Norton brand. They are the same thing and I found mine at >a local tool supply company. Cheaper too. >Glenn in Arizona -9A Wings, Fuselage ordered. > >----- Original Message ----- >From: "Dave Smith" >To: >Subject: Re: RV-List: Scotch Brite Wheel > > > > >>--> RV-List message posted by: Dave Smith >> >>Jeff, >> >>It might depend on where the Ace is, tho. I can say with certainty that >>the one's near me in Spokane don't carry the wheels. They are >>terminally 'out' of the maroon pads as well... >> >>Jeff Point wrote: >> >> >> >>>--> RV-List message posted by: Jeff Point >>> >>>Forget Home Depot, they are a joke. Try your local ACE hardware >>> >>> > > > > -- Dave http://www.rv10project.net ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 08:25:42 AM PST US From: Larygagnon@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: leather upholstery --> RV-List message posted by: Larygagnon@aol.com Try Autocraft in Ludlow Mass. 1-800-628-3376. Larry Gagnon RV6 N6LG ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 08:42:40 AM PST US Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling From: "Stewart, Michael (ISS Atlanta)" --> RV-List message posted by: "Stewart, Michael (ISS Atlanta)" It depends on which coupler you have. If you have the smart coupler built in, and this was an add on feature, you need a switch to activate either your Nav signal or your gps signal. Navaid provided this with the unit when the smart coupler was installed. Chances are you do not have the gps feature built in in which case you can order the smart coupler as an external add on from them. Mike Replaced my Navaid with a Trio. Do not archive -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Dowling Subject: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? Thanks Jeff Dowling RV-6A 9 hours Chicago/Louisville == == == == ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 09:02:40 AM PST US From: "Vincent Welch" Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Vincent Welch" If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is only needed on the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply keep a towel to wipe the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially applicable to tandem seat aircraft. Vince Welch >From: N67BT@aol.com >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com >To: rv-list@matronics.com >Subject: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics >Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 22:17:02 EST > >--> RV-List message posted by: N67BT@aol.com > >I just happened to have finished my attempt at a defroster system for the >7A >and have a photo of it on my project update site. It will defrost (I hope) >the left side. > >http://users.aol.com/n67bt > >My Grumman defroster is located on the left only so I figured I would do >the >same for the RV, especially since the fan is so small. If I need more >pressure I will try stacking fans. > >Is there a major down side to that approach? > >There's also a photo of my homemade firewall wire pass-through on the site. > >Bob Trumpfheller > > Rethink your business approach for the new year with the helpful tips here. ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 10:04:44 AM PST US From: Bill VonDane Subject: RV-List: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... vansairforce --> RV-List message posted by: Bill VonDane I was sent this great photo the other day! http://www.vondane.com/videos/T-Bird6fronteject.jpg I also have the videos here - bottom of the page: http://www.vondane.com/videos/ -Bill do not archive ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 11:30:06 AM PST US From: "Cy Galley" Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Cy Galley" Because wiping your plastic windows with anything will scratch it. Especially if there is any dust or dirt of the towel or dust of dirt on the plastic. Cy Galley, TC - Chair, Emergency Aircraft Repair, Oshkosh Editor, EAA Safety Programs cgalley@qcbc.org or experimenter@eaa.org Always looking for articles for the Experimenter soon to be Sport Pilot ----- Original Message ----- From: "Vincent Welch" Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics > --> RV-List message posted by: "Vincent Welch" > > If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is only needed on > the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply keep a towel to wipe > the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially applicable to > tandem seat aircraft. > > Vince Welch > > > >From: N67BT@aol.com > >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com > >To: rv-list@matronics.com > >Subject: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics > >Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 22:17:02 EST > > > >--> RV-List message posted by: N67BT@aol.com > > > >I just happened to have finished my attempt at a defroster system for the > >7A > >and have a photo of it on my project update site. It will defrost (I hope) > >the left side. > > > >http://users.aol.com/n67bt > > > >My Grumman defroster is located on the left only so I figured I would do > >the > >same for the RV, especially since the fan is so small. If I need more > >pressure I will try stacking fans. > > > >Is there a major down side to that approach? > > > >There's also a photo of my homemade firewall wire pass-through on the site. > > > >Bob Trumpfheller > > > > > > Rethink your business approach for the new year with the helpful tips here. > > ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 12:45:09 PM PST US From: "wayne larabee" Subject: RV-List: rv gear --> RV-List message posted by: "wayne larabee" anybody have any experience correcting excessive toe in or out on the main gear rv6??? wlarabee@specent.com ________________________________ Message 19 ____________________________________ Time: 01:35:03 PM PST US From: Wheeler North Subject: RV-List: survival kit --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North Bill, my survivial kit has two quarts of whiskey in a non-destructible canteen and one hand grenade. ;{) do not archive ________________________________ Message 20 ____________________________________ Time: 01:51:57 PM PST US From: Blanton Fortson Subject: Re: RV-List: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... --> RV-List message posted by: Blanton Fortson videos and cockpit views here... http://www.nwcn.com/statenews/idaho/stories/ NW_012104IDNthunderbirdcrashLJ.3a8539b6.html B. On Jan 27, 2004, at 6:22 AM, Bill VonDane wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: Bill VonDane > > I was sent this great photo the other day! > > http://www.vondane.com/videos/T-Bird6fronteject.jpg > > I also have the videos here - bottom of the page: > http://www.vondane.com/videos/ > > -Bill > do not archive > > > _- > ======================================================================= > _- > ======================================================================= > _- > ======================================================================= > _- > ======================================================================= > > > > ________________________________ Message 21 ____________________________________ Time: 02:11:23 PM PST US From: "David Carter" Subject: Re: RV-List: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... --> RV-List message posted by: "David Carter" Wow! David Carter Do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill VonDane" Subject: RV-List: Thunderbird Janitor Qualifications... > --> RV-List message posted by: Bill VonDane > > I was sent this great photo the other day! > > http://www.vondane.com/videos/T-Bird6fronteject.jpg > > I also have the videos here - bottom of the page: > http://www.vondane.com/videos/ > > -Bill > do not archive > > ________________________________ Message 22 ____________________________________ Time: 04:11:46 PM PST US From: JSannizzar@aol.com Subject: RV-List: Control Vision Anywhere WX --> RV-List message posted by: JSannizzar@aol.com Has anyone used this product/service? Is it worthwhile and practical? Are there any bugs or shortcomings? See the website at: http://www.anywheremap.com/pages/awm_anywherewx.htm My friend is interested in alternatives to a full blown stormscope in his PA 32 and I knew that with the knowledgeable people here, I could get some info for him. Any input would be appreciated. John Sannizzaro N357JS (Reserved) RV-7 Planning Stages ________________________________ Message 23 ____________________________________ Time: 04:54:02 PM PST US From: "Jim Jewell" Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Jewell" Hi Vince, The only downside to your suggestion that I can imagine is the increased likelyhood of eventually marring and or hazing the Plexi. Jim in Kelowna ----- Original Message ----- From: "Vincent Welch" Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics > --> RV-List message posted by: "Vincent Welch" > > If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is only needed on > the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply keep a towel to wipe > the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially applicable to > tandem seat aircraft. > > Vince Welch > > > >From: N67BT@aol.com > >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com > >To: rv-list@matronics.com > >Subject: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics > >Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 22:17:02 EST > > > >--> RV-List message posted by: N67BT@aol.com > > > >I just happened to have finished my attempt at a defroster system for the > >7A > >and have a photo of it on my project update site. It will defrost (I hope) > >the left side. > > > >http://users.aol.com/n67bt > > > >My Grumman defroster is located on the left only so I figured I would do > >the > >same for the RV, especially since the fan is so small. If I need more > >pressure I will try stacking fans. > > > >Is there a major down side to that approach? > > > >There's also a photo of my homemade firewall wire pass-through on the site. > > > >Bob Trumpfheller > > > > > > Rethink your business approach for the new year with the helpful tips here. > > ________________________________ Message 24 ____________________________________ Time: 05:30:55 PM PST US From: Bill Dube Subject: RV-List: C squeezer on Ebay --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=26442&item=2455693743 Squeezer, two yokes, and a bunch of sets. Looks like a very good deal at $189. ________________________________ Message 25 ____________________________________ Time: 05:45:17 PM PST US From: Jsd41@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: Jsd41@aol.com Bob I like the looks of your 12 volt power supply socket. Could you tell me what brand it is, and where you brought it at. Thanks Jerry ________________________________ Message 26 ____________________________________ Time: 06:38:27 PM PST US From: N67BT@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: N67BT@aol.com The connector for the fan is a .062" pin Molex. You can get them at Digikey, Mouser, and possibly Radio Shack. ________________________________ Message 27 ____________________________________ Time: 06:55:41 PM PST US From: Hal Rozema Subject: Re: RV-List: Control Vision Anywhere WX --> RV-List message posted by: Hal Rozema I don't have WX (Arizona), but Anywhere Map and AI on a PDA has to be seen to be believed. Support is great and TRFs and other restricted area are available from their website almost hourly... plus all the approach plates for the Western Hemisphere (oh yes... not recommended for actual IFR) accurate to a couple feet or inches. I figure I saved about $20,000 for certified equipment for less than $2,000. Oh yes the WX included with AWM/GPS and AI whole package software and hardware is $2,245 plus the Sat Phone hardware. Sat Ph service is about $50/mon and Wx service depends on update frequency and total minutes $25 to $100 plus. See for yourself at http://www.anywheremap.com/pages/awm_anywherewx.htm Hal Rozema ThePlaneFolks.net VSTOL701/3300 JSannizzar@aol.com wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: JSannizzar@aol.com > > Has anyone used this product/service? Is it worthwhile and practical? Are > there any bugs or shortcomings? > > See the website at: http://www.anywheremap.com/pages/awm_anywherewx.htm > > My friend is interested in alternatives to a full blown stormscope in his PA > 32 and I knew that with the knowledgeable people here, I could get some info > for him. Any input would be appreciated. > > John Sannizzaro > N357JS (Reserved) > RV-7 Planning Stages > ________________________________ Message 28 ____________________________________ Time: 07:02:20 PM PST US From: "Jeff Dowling" Subject: Re: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" My GPS is an UPSAT SL 50. I'll do some research on what type of signal it tx's. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jerry Hansen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling > --> RV-List message posted by: "Jerry Hansen" > > Jeff, the Navaid is designed to capture the analog deviation signals that > come from a VOR receiver. Some high end GPS receivers (panel mount) provide > such a signal, but most "GPS" autopilots use the digital data that is output > on the NMEA 0180 or AVLINK data port of the receiver. > > Porcine does make a "Smart Coupler" that can be used in conjunction with the > Navaid to convert the GPS data to an analog signal. > > Another solution would be to upgrade your Navaid with an EZ Pilot autopilot > at http://www.trioavionics.com - it will work with your existing Navaid > servo (cost savings), and it provides a whole lot more capability. > > Jerry (I am associated with Trio Avionics) > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Dowling > To: rv-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" > > I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will > capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? > > Thanks > Jeff Dowling > RV-6A 9 hours > Chicago/Louisville > > ________________________________ Message 29 ____________________________________ Time: 07:11:31 PM PST US From: "Alex Peterson" Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Alex Peterson" > The only downside to your suggestion that I can imagine is > the increased likelyhood of eventually marring and or hazing > the Plexi. > > > If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is > only needed > > on the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply > keep a towel > > to wipe the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially > > applicable to tandem seat aircraft. Wiping, even if it doesn't scratch the plexi, simply doesn't work for frost when it is cold. In fact, trying to wipe frost off usually makes things worse, as it creates many more nucleation sites on the surface. The result is usually poorer visibility than before. Either a fan of some sort or keeping the canopy cracked open on the ground is necessary when the temps are at or below say 10F. One has time to study these things in MN winters. Alex Peterson Maple Grove, MN RV6-A N66AP 434 hours www.usfamily.net/web/alexpeterson ________________________________ Message 30 ____________________________________ Time: 07:34:41 PM PST US From: "Karie Daniel" Subject: Re: RV-List: Control Vision Anywhere WX --> RV-List message posted by: "Karie Daniel" I've used it on my IPAQ for 2 years and don't fly without it. It's especially great for seeing exactly where TFR's are although those are greatly deminished now. Karie Daniel Do Not Archive ----- Original Message ----- From: Subject: RV-List: Control Vision Anywhere WX > --> RV-List message posted by: JSannizzar@aol.com > > Has anyone used this product/service? Is it worthwhile and practical? Are > there any bugs or shortcomings? > > See the website at: http://www.anywheremap.com/pages/awm_anywherewx.htm > > My friend is interested in alternatives to a full blown stormscope in his PA > 32 and I knew that with the knowledgeable people here, I could get some info > for him. Any input would be appreciated. > > John Sannizzaro > N357JS (Reserved) > RV-7 Planning Stages > > ________________________________ Message 31 ____________________________________ Time: 07:49:27 PM PST US From: "Curt Reimer" Subject: Re: RV-List: EIS help cht/egt --> RV-List message posted by: "Curt Reimer" > Now that I have some time on my eis, Im wondering if those of you who use this for cht/egt can help with some questions. > > I havent changed the factory defaults yet and keep getting temp problem warnings. The manual says to find >your normal highs and lows, then add/subtract 40. Were still tinkering with the engine so I dont know yet if >Im getting a true high and low. The most common problem coming up is a temp difference fault. Im getting a >spread of 100 degrees on no.3 and no.4 egt at cruise settings while the chts are only 20 apart. I plan on >swapping probes before I adjust anything. Jeff, do you have fuel injection or a carburetor? For a carb, 100+ degrees difference on EGT is quite normal. My spread is somewhere around 150 I think. And a twenty degree difference on CHT is pretty good. I wish I could get mine that close. The EIS is a great unit, but it monitors so many things that it can be overwhelming at first, and sometimes a pain in the butt until you get all the alarm limits set the way you want them. Set them wherever necessary to accomodate YOUR airplane and engine characteristics. Remember, you're only legally required to have Oil Pressure and Oil Temperature gauges. I set my limits high on things like EGT spread, specifically to avoid alarms while I get used to the airplane. As I gain more experience with the engine I figure I'll tighten up these settings. Curt ________________________________ Message 32 ____________________________________ Time: 07:52:45 PM PST US From: "Jerry Hansen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jerry Hansen" The installation manual for the SL 50 (available on the Garmin web site http://www.garminat.com/down_doc.shtml shows that a +/- 150 mv deviation signal is available from the unit. I'd guess that should work with the Navaid. Jerry -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Dowling Subject: Re: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" My GPS is an UPSAT SL 50. I'll do some research on what type of signal it tx's. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jerry Hansen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling > --> RV-List message posted by: "Jerry Hansen" > > Jeff, the Navaid is designed to capture the analog deviation signals that > come from a VOR receiver. Some high end GPS receivers (panel mount) provide > such a signal, but most "GPS" autopilots use the digital data that is output > on the NMEA 0180 or AVLINK data port of the receiver. > > Porcine does make a "Smart Coupler" that can be used in conjunction with the > Navaid to convert the GPS data to an analog signal. > > Another solution would be to upgrade your Navaid with an EZ Pilot autopilot > at http://www.trioavionics.com - it will work with your existing Navaid > servo (cost savings), and it provides a whole lot more capability. > > Jerry (I am associated with Trio Avionics) > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Dowling > To: rv-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" > > I have an old Nav aid which is tied into my annunciator panel. It will > capture a NAV signal but not GPS. Any possible explanations? > > Thanks > Jeff Dowling > RV-6A 9 hours > Chicago/Louisville > > ________________________________ Message 33 ____________________________________ Time: 07:57:18 PM PST US From: "Curt Reimer" Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Curt Reimer" > If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is only needed on > the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply keep a towel to wipe > the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially applicable to > tandem seat aircraft. Up where we have winter the defroster is used to prevent & eliminate frost - actual frozen hard stuff that forms on the canopy. It don't wipe off worth a darn. You can scrape it off with a credit card but that is even harder on the canopy than wiping. I WISH my windshield only had some fogging that I could wipe off with a towel. Maybe by April :-) Curt METAR CYWG 280300Z 32015KT 10SM DRSN BKN090 M26/M31 A3025 ________________________________ Message 34 ____________________________________ Time: 08:22:15 PM PST US From: Randy Richter Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: Randy Richter BRRRRRRR! Curt Reimer wrote: >Curt > >METAR CYWG 280300Z 32015KT 10SM DRSN BKN090 M26/M31 A3025 > > > > -- Randy Richter richterrbb@earthlink.net -7QB Kit in hibernation ________________________________ Message 35 ____________________________________ Time: 09:21:24 PM PST US From: "GMC" Subject: RE: RV-List: Nav-aid auto pilot gps coupling --> RV-List message posted by: "GMC" --> RV-List message posted by: "Jeff Dowling" My GPS is an UPSAT SL 50. I'll do some research on what type of signal it tx's. -- Hi Jeff Your SL-50 will put out both analog and digital signal, it will drive a standard VOR indicator plus the Navaid autopilot plus send data for a (remote) moving map display, great unit! Do not archive George in Langley 6-A, SL-60 equipped. ________________________________ Message 36 ____________________________________ Time: 10:06:21 PM PST US From: "Larry Rhea" Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Rhea" I once owned a VW Beetle and a nifty little device I purchased at K Mart worked great for removing frost from the windows .It was a small blow dryer(looked like a mini hair dryer) that plugged into the cigarette lighter. If someone still makes them this would be a great item to keep in the cockpit for emergency situations in the cold climates.It actually got hot enough to melt ice on the windshield rather quickly. Larry Rhea N68LL(getting close to first flight out of RAL) >From: "Alex Peterson" >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com >To: >Subject: RE: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics >Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 21:10:36 -0600 > >--> RV-List message posted by: "Alex Peterson" > > > The only downside to your suggestion that I can imagine is > > the increased likelyhood of eventually marring and or hazing > > the Plexi. > > > > > If I am understanding you guys correctly, the defroster is > > only needed > > > on the ground. If this is correct, then why not simply > > keep a towel > > > to wipe the inside while on the ground. This would seem especially > > > applicable to tandem seat aircraft. > >Wiping, even if it doesn't scratch the plexi, simply doesn't work for >frost when it is cold. In fact, trying to wipe frost off usually makes >things worse, as it creates many more nucleation sites on the surface. >The result is usually poorer visibility than before. Either a fan of >some sort or keeping the canopy cracked open on the ground is necessary >when the temps are at or below say 10F. One has time to study these >things in MN winters. > >Alex Peterson >Maple Grove, MN >RV6-A N66AP 434 hours >www.usfamily.net/web/alexpeterson > > Check out the coupons and bargains on MSN Offers! http://shopping.msn.com/softcontent/softcontent.aspx?scmId=1418 ________________________________ Message 37 ____________________________________ Time: 10:43:14 PM PST US From: Jim Oke Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: Jim Oke Heck, we just getting warmed up here (or is that cooled off ...) METAR CYWG 280600Z 31015KT 15SM SKC M30/M35 A3030 RMK SLP294= Jim Oke Wpg., MB Do Not ARhive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Randy Richter" Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics > --> RV-List message posted by: Randy Richter > > BRRRRRRR! > > Curt Reimer wrote: > > >Curt > > > >METAR CYWG 280300Z 32015KT 10SM DRSN BKN090 M26/M31 A3025 > > > > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 38 ____________________________________ Time: 10:54:23 PM PST US Subject: Re: RV-List: Off Topic - Thunderbirds crash report and video From: j1j2h3@juno.com --> RV-List message posted by: j1j2h3@juno.com When I was flying gliders in England in 1995, we always set our altimeters to zero before launching. Jim Hasper - RV-7 just starting empennage (setting up shop in Franklin, Tennessee) Do not archive From: "Frank van der Hulst (Staff WG)" (clip) If you set your altimeter to read 0ft when on the ramp, then from then on all heights displayed on it will be AGL (so long as you are operating above that airfield). IIRC, the British used to do this (maybe they still do) and there is a QN-something (QNV ???) code for it. ________________________________ Message 39 ____________________________________ Time: 10:54:29 PM PST US From: "Jim and Bev Cone" Subject: Re: RV-List: Muffin fan and firewall wire pass-through pics --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim and Bev Cone" I have two 4 inch fans for windshield defog in my RV-6A that take air from the footwell. This past September, on a flight from Gillette, WY, in a driving rain, my canopy fogged up inside before takeoff and as soon as I wiped it off, it fogged up again. I could see well enough to take off IFR and went into the soup at 300 feet AGL. It took almost two hours before the canopy was clear inside even though I had the cabin heat on full hot and the fans running. It was not a problem because I didn't see the ground until 600 feet on final approach at Sioux Falls, SD. I am building a 7A (my third RV) and am putting a second heat muff on the other exhaust and routing the air from that to two 3 inch vents pointed at the windshield. I want some real heat to defog the windshield. Jim Cone 3-peat offender ________________________________ Message 40 ____________________________________ Time: 11:53:34 PM PST US From: rv@klclark.net Subject: RV-List: more F-16 crash photos (fwd) --> RV-List message posted by: rv@klclark.net do not archive http://www.authphoto.com/maatbirds/indextb.htm Lynn Clark RV-7A Emp