---------------------------------------------------------- RV-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Mon 04/26/04: 34 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 03:20 AM - Re: Xcom @ SNF (RV8ter@aol.com) 2. 05:26 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (Tommy Walker) 3. 05:29 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (Tommy Walker) 4. 05:50 AM - Re: EIS Trouble (Dwpetrus@aol.com) 5. 06:01 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (Steve&Anita Nyman) 6. 06:54 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (David E. Nelson) 7. 07:12 AM - Re: Conical Engine Brushings (Scott Bilinski) 8. 08:02 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (Trainnut01@aol.com) 9. 08:08 AM - colorado transition training (Robert E. Newhall II) 10. 08:08 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (Tommy Walker) 11. 08:15 AM - Lycoming Bolt Kit... (Bill VonDane) 12. 08:41 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (George Neal E Capt AU/PC) 13. 08:57 AM - Noise Canceling Headsets - Was Stop the Noise (Ken Brooks) 14. 08:57 AM - Tires (Jason Sneed) 15. 09:19 AM - Re: Xcom @ SNF (david.keck@amd.com) 16. 09:28 AM - Re: powering the anr headset from ships power (Williams Hildred) 17. 10:04 AM - Re: EIS Trouble (LarryRobertHelming) 18. 10:09 AM - Projects in Fitchburg Mass. (Bill Shank) 19. 11:23 AM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? () 20. 12:42 PM - Re: powering the anr headset from ships power (Nuffer, Chuck) 21. 02:36 PM - For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. (bruno) 22. 03:02 PM - Re: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? (ed) 23. 03:03 PM - Re: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. (Hal / Carol Kempthorne) 24. 04:28 PM - Re: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. (Alex Peterson) 25. 04:32 PM - Re: Xcom @ SNF () 26. 04:36 PM - Mike Seger (J. R. Dial) 27. 05:00 PM - Re: Mike Seger (Larry Bowen) 28. 05:18 PM - Re: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. (Michel) 29. 05:22 PM - Re: Xcom @ SNF (Scott Vanartsdalen) 30. 05:44 PM - Sam James Plenum / RV6 Cowl / Oil Cooler (David Schaefer) 31. 05:52 PM - Rudder wiring. (Dana Overall) 32. 05:55 PM - Re: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. (Louis Willig) 33. 06:08 PM - Re: Rudder wiring. (RGray67968@aol.com) 34. 07:16 PM - Re: Rudder wiring. (Dan Checkoway) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 03:20:57 AM PST US From: RV8ter@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: RV8ter@aol.com Please do, a lot of folks have been watching and wondering what's been going on there for quite a while now. thx, lucky do not archive In a message dated 4/25/2004 10:16:39 PM Eastern Standard Time, John.Morrissey@csiro.au writes: --> RV-List message posted by: Hi All, I am expecting my Xcom 760 to be delivered in about a week or so. Production has only just begun so expect a bit of a delay in shipment. I'll report back with performance etc as soon as I get is going. Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Mack Subject: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: "Don Mack" I am working on my panel. I am looking at the Xcom 760 radio from Oz. Did anyone happen to talk to them at SNF? They supposedly had a booth. I am wondering if they are actually shipping yet in the states and what they are saying about availability. Don Mack www.dmack.net don@dmack.net do not archive == == == == ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 05:26:58 AM PST US From: "Tommy Walker" Subject: Re: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? Seal-Send-Time: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 07:32:36 -0500 --> RV-List message posted by: "Tommy Walker" Ed, I made my "work bench/table" 6'x3'. It's heavily built with 4x4 legs and can be accessed from all sides. I also bought a little work bench/tool chest from sears. It has 7 drawers where I keep all my aero tools. The top is about 4'x2' and I set my drill press and band saw on top. I added caster wheels so it will roll around the plane as needed. Also when you get your wing and or fuselage boxes just add some legs to it to get it up off the floor. It makes a wonderful storage bin/work table. Tommy 6A, FWF Ridgetop, TN ----- Original Message ----- From: ed To: rv-list@matronics.com Sent: Monday, April 26, 2004 12:36 AM Subject: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: "ed " In preperation for starting my rv-8a qb, I was going to set up a table to be my work surface. In particular I am wondering if it makes sense to have a bench up against a wall, or will I be better served by something on wheels so I can back it away and work on things from all angles. Since I will probbably be building this myself, does anyone have a recommendation on what size I should make it? Also any recommendations for what size air compressor to get? Thanks for advising a soon to be builder, --Eddie ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 05:29:47 AM PST US From: "Tommy Walker" Subject: Re: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? Seal-Send-Time: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 07:36:10 -0500 --> RV-List message posted by: "Tommy Walker" Also any recommendations for what size air compressor to get? I would advise, as a minimum, a 220V-5 HP with a 20-30 gallon tank. Tommy 6A, FWF Ridgetop, TN ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 05:50:15 AM PST US From: Dwpetrus@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: EIS Trouble --> RV-List message posted by: Dwpetrus@aol.com I have 260 hours on mine and it has worked great. Wayne Petrus RV8A ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 06:01:37 AM PST US From: "Steve&Anita Nyman" Subject: RV-List: RE: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: "Steve&Anita Nyman" Ed, I made 3 worktable from plans found at this website http://www.eaa1000.av.org/technicl/worktabl/worktabl.htm. One table is against the wall with tools and such. The other two tables were originally placed end to end with a cheap sheet of 4x8 particle board attached to the top as a work surface that could be drilled into and walked around. After finishing with the wings the table were rearranged to accommodate the fuselage, then moved again when it came time to put on the wings. I'm building a 7QB and my 5hp, 13gal Campbell Hausefeld compressor I bought on sale at Wal-Mart has been adequate. Steve 7QB MEM ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 06:54:03 AM PST US From: "David E. Nelson" Subject: Re: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: "David E. Nelson" Hi Ed, I built a set of EAA Chapter 1000 tables. So far I'm very satisfied with them as they're sturdy, moderately heavy, but not bulky. The supplies you get will build two tables. I would highly recommend that you make a jig (out of some 2x4) for the screw patterns and glue all joints with wood glue. Also, having two drills (one with a pilot hole drill bit and the other with a phillips bit) was really handy. Tip: Use some bath bar soap (Irish Spring, Safeguard, etc) on the long wood screws and they'll go in a _lot_ easier and not tend to strip out the philips head. I also used the deck screws that come with their own phillips bit. http://www.eaa1000.av.org/technicl/worktabl/worktabl.htm As for compressor, I traded up from an oil-less unit to a 25 Gal, 110V, 5 HP, belt driven, oil compressor and have been very happy with it. Handles all my drilling and priming needs w/o any problems....and I still have my hearing! ;) Regards, /\/elson Austin, TX RV-7A - Waiting on the wings.... On Mon, 26 Apr 2004, ed wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: "ed " > > In preperation for starting my rv-8a qb, I was going to set up a table > to be my work surface. In particular I am wondering if it makes sense to > have a bench up against a wall, or will I be better served by something on > wheels so I can back it away and work on things from all angles. Since I > will probbably be building this myself, does anyone have a recommendation on > what size I should make it? > > > Also any recommendations for what size air compressor to get? ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 07:12:03 AM PST US From: Scott Bilinski Subject: Re: RV-List: Conical Engine Brushings --> RV-List message posted by: Scott Bilinski Buy the ones from Van's is what everyone told me so I did.......Or take the chance with the cheapies and report back to us? At 07:57 PM 4/24/04 -0500, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: "Ken Beene" > >I am mounting an O-360-C1G on an RV-4. This is a conical engine. I need >the conical mount bushings. Aircraft Spruce sells a set of eight (non >PMA'd) for $39.50. Van's price is $300. Has anyone used the AS conical >bushings on an RV? > > >Thanks, > >Ken > >RV-6A N94KB > > Scott Bilinski Eng dept 305 Phone (858) 657-2536 Pager (858) 502-5190 ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 08:02:13 AM PST US From: Trainnut01@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: Trainnut01@aol.com Where is Ridgetop, TN? ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 08:08:13 AM PST US From: "Robert E. Newhall II" Subject: RV-List: colorado transition training --> RV-List message posted by: "Robert E. Newhall II" Does anyone know of a CFI doing RV transition training in Colorado? I need to get 5 hrs from any CFI who has 25 hrs of RV time. I'm current in tailwheel and have flown RVs before. I just need the time for the insurance. Bob __________________________________ http://photos.yahoo.com/ph/print_splash ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 08:08:22 AM PST US From: "Tommy Walker" Subject: Re: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? Seal-Send-Time: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 10:14:46 -0500 --> RV-List message posted by: "Tommy Walker" Where is Ridgetop, TN? 20 miles NNW of Nashville (BNA). do not archive ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 08:15:18 AM PST US From: Bill VonDane Subject: RV-List: Lycoming Bolt Kit... vansairforce --> RV-List message posted by: Bill VonDane I've tried ECI, ASI, and El Reno... Anyone know where I can get a bolt kit (for case, sump, accy case) for a Lycoming? -Bill VonDane EAA Tech Counselor RV-8A ~ N8WV ~ Colorado Springs www.vondane.com www.creativair.com www.epanelbuilder.com ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 08:41:29 AM PST US From: George Neal E Capt AU/PC Subject: RE: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: George Neal E Capt AU/PC Ed - My primary work table is a luan hollow-core door laid across two heavy-duty folding steel saw-horses. It is smooth, absolutely flat, light-weight, adjustable height, easy to drill into, will hold a cleco, thin enough to clamp pieces to, easy to move or take apart. It was also cheap - $20 for a 32" door and $15 each for saw horses. Scraps of 2x6 and carpet screwed to the tops make the saw-horses even more versatile. Resist the temptation to buy an oil-free direct-drive compressor. If you compare Hp ratings and cost, the direct drive units appear to be cheaper per Hp than the belt-drive units. In operation, the belt drive units are more efficient, MUCH quieter, run cooler and will last much longer. My neighbors tell me that my pneumatic squeezer makes more noise that the compressor. Your ears, your family and your neighbors will thank you. Neal N8ZG --> RV-List message posted by: "ed " >to set up a table to be my work surface. >recommendations for air compressor ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 08:57:10 AM PST US From: "Ken Brooks" Subject: RV-List: Noise Canceling Headsets - Was Stop the Noise --> RV-List message posted by: "Ken Brooks" For those of you about ready to purchase a headset for your RV, you might consider the DRE 6000. It's one-third the cost of the Bose X and about a year and a half ago, Aviation Consumer magazine did a comparison of about six leading headsets and several of the testers liked the performance of the DRE (comparative "bang for the buck") and felt like it was close to the noise canceling properties to the Bose X. My partner and I each bought one. I paid $275 plus shipping for mine about a year ago. Aviation Consumer still rates the Bose X at the top and likes the Lightspeed line as well, but they thought the DRE was an excellent value. By the way, during the building and buying parts process, I found it very helpful to subscribe to Aviation Consumer Magazine. It's also online at www.aviationconsumer.com . I've just about finished buying things for the RV-8 (whew!), so I let the subscription lapse, but I'm pretty sure it paid for itself with more knowledgeable purchases, etc., during the consumer years. Obviously, the RV-list was the BEST source of information and GREATEST VALUE of all. Thanks to all who contribute good stuff. As for the other part of the Stop the Noise thread, I agree that we need to be empathetic with these folks that are obviously upset about our airplane noise over their property. We are not unreasonable folks, and although I have a sticker on my airline kitbag that says "I Love (heart) Airplane Noise!", not everyone shares my enthusiasm. As long as one doesn't crash into my home, I'd love to sit on my porch and watch somebody practice aerobatics overhead, but then I'm a hopeless airplane nut. If we can all be cognizant of others' potential complaints, then we're more likely to think about noise supression and that's half the battle. The other methods, like better mufflers, quieter props, fuel injection, etc., are all excellent ways to chip away at the ol' db's. Having said all of that, there will always be some who will not be satisfied until every last one of us is grounded, but to them I say "Pthlbmthpblatt!" (is that how you spell "a raspberry?") -- climbing down carefully off my soapbox before I fall. Do Not Archive - I think there's plenty of stuff on headsets in the archives. Ken Brooks Roscoe, IL ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 08:57:44 AM PST US From: Jason Sneed Subject: RV-List: Tires --> RV-List message posted by: Jason Sneed I have an rv-6 with rv-4 wheel pants, does anyone know if the goodyear flight custom 3's will work with my wheel pants? Thanks, Jason Sneed Commercial Lending Officer First National Bank and Trust ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 09:19:34 AM PST US From: david.keck@amd.com Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: david.keck@amd.com John, What makes you think they are even shipping them? Coates hasn't responded to any inquiries I've made. The website says shipping third week in April, but the website has said several things that never came about; many dates come and gone with no results. I've been waiting for this radio for a long time and have my panel wired for it, I have a handheld hanging there in the spot for the Xcom. He also promised to post the users manual on the Xcom website "as soon as the FAA approves it". He said all FAA approvals were done and it's been a while so where at least is the manual? So far it's just been excuse after excuse, similar to the MicroAir transponder debacle. If you have some inside information, please share it. Thanks, Dave -----Original Message----- From: John.Morrissey@csiro.au [mailto:John.Morrissey@csiro.au] Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: Hi All, I am expecting my Xcom 760 to be delivered in about a week or so. Production has only just begun so expect a bit of a delay in shipment. I'll report back with performance etc as soon as I get is going. Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Mack Subject: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: "Don Mack" I am working on my panel. I am looking at the Xcom 760 radio from Oz. Did anyone happen to talk to them at SNF? They supposedly had a booth. I am wondering if they are actually shipping yet in the states and what they are saying about availability. Don Mack www.dmack.net don@dmack.net do not archive == == == == ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 09:28:29 AM PST US Subject: RE: RV-List: powering the anr headset from ships power From: "Williams Hildred" --> RV-List message posted by: "Williams Hildred" I am currently running my D&C headsets with the 'ANR Retrofit Kit' off of the panel mount. In the past, I have experience 'feed back' when using the updated headsets using panel or battery power. I can eliminate the 'feed back', by pulling the headset 'down' and 'back' onto my ears. At Sun-N-Fun this year, I spoke with the company representative about the 'feed back' in my headset. He indicated that there is NOT enough volume/space between my ear and the speaker. (I am already using the recommended headset ear cups from Aero Oregon and do not know of any larger cups on the market) Has any one else encountered this 'feed back' or a similar problem?? Hildred Williams WilliamsJrHildred@JohnDeere.com ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 10:04:34 AM PST US From: "LarryRobertHelming" Subject: Re: RV-List: EIS Trouble --> RV-List message posted by: "LarryRobertHelming" You should first check all your connections. Something like this can happen if a screw is working loose due to vibration. Indiana Larry, RV7 TipUp "SunSeeker" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jason Sneed" Subject: RV-List: EIS Trouble > --> RV-List message posted by: Jason Sneed > > Has anyone else had trouble with a EIS from Grand Rapids Technologies? > after 25 hours of trouble free operation the display started moving > from right to left a couple of digits. It then started getting worse, > jumping 4-5 digits every 5 min. or so of flying. GRT sent me a new unit > and all the problems went away, until today. The display has started > shifting from the right to the left again. So it seems as though after > 25 hours or so of flight the EIS starts having trouble in my plane. > Greg really did not have an explanation for me at sun and fun and I was > hoping someone out there has had a similar problem and may have a fix. > > Thanks, > > > Jason Sneed > Commercial Lending Officer > First National Bank and Trust > www.highland-parks.com/n242ds > > ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 10:09:57 AM PST US From: Bill Shank Subject: RV-List: Projects in Fitchburg Mass. --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Shank I will be in Fitchburg Ma in late May. Are there any builders willing to show off their projects some evening? Please reply off list. Thanks Bill Shank RV6 panel wiring Do Not Archive ________________________________ Message 19 ____________________________________ Time: 11:23:36 AM PST US Subject: RE: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? From: "" --> RV-List message posted by: "" Eddie, Feedback based on my observations: - Build at least 2 workbenches. One will hold your bench-mounted tools, and the other will be your workbench. For the bench-mount tools, I have a 2' x 6' table up against the wall which works great. For the "work" bench, make it at least 3' wide. I built mine both 2' wide, and it is really not big enough. When using the c-frame dimpler, you will really want 3' width. - As for the compressor, definitely go with the oiled type. They are the ones with the belt drive. The difference is noise is unbelievable. I originally bought a direct-drive (oilfree) but sold it for a belt-driven (I was losing my hearing). scott 7a wings --- On Mon 04/26, ed < ed_88@hotmail.com > wrote: From: ed [mailto: ed_88@hotmail.com] Subject: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: "ed " In preperation for starting my rv-8a qb, I was going to set up a table to be my work surface. In particular I am wondering if it makes sense to have a bench up against a wall, or will I be better served by something on wheels so I can back it away and work on things from all angles. Since I will probbably be building this myself, does anyone have a recommendation on what size I should make it? Also any recommendations for what size air compressor to get? Thanks for advising a soon to be builder, --Eddie ===================================== tion Join Excite! - http://www.excite.com The most personalized portal on the Web! ________________________________ Message 20 ____________________________________ Time: 12:42:30 PM PST US Subject: RE: RV-List: powering the anr headset from ships power From: "Nuffer, Chuck" --> RV-List message posted by: "Nuffer, Chuck" Do you wear glasses............ I had the same problem with a set of conversion headsets (headset inc. in DC 13.4's). The guys at headset inc. replaced the mic in one ear cup. The point where the headset seal rests against your glasses ear piece can also allow noise to "leak" into the mic area causing the feedback. I'd send them in for repair...................... Regards, Chuck Nuffer F1 rocket www.f1rocket.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Williams Hildred Subject: RE: RV-List: powering the anr headset from ships power --> RV-List message posted by: "Williams Hildred" --> I am currently running my D&C headsets with the 'ANR Retrofit Kit' off of the panel mount. In the past, I have experience 'feed back' when using the updated headsets using panel or battery power. I can eliminate the 'feed back', by pulling the headset 'down' and 'back' onto my ears. At Sun-N-Fun this year, I spoke with the company representative about the 'feed back' in my headset. He indicated that there is NOT enough volume/space between my ear and the speaker. (I am already using the recommended headset ear cups from Aero Oregon and do not know of any larger cups on the market) Has any one else encountered this 'feed back' or a similar problem?? Hildred Williams WilliamsJrHildred@JohnDeere.com == direct advertising on the Matronics Forums. == == == ________________________________ Message 21 ____________________________________ Time: 02:36:23 PM PST US From: bruno Subject: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: bruno Hello All I just purchase a new Garmin GTX 327 and finally turn it "ON" for the first time yesterday and I would like to know if it is normal for the Press Alt window to show nothing eventough the unit is connected to my Ameri-King encoder.Is it normal while on the ground or is there something I can do to have the Press Alt displayed Also the unit is wired thru an avionic master switch and while it does turn the unit "OFF" when selected "OFF" it doesn't turn the unit back "ON" when I turn the master back "ON" I have to manually turn the txpr "ON". Is it a normal Garmin feature??? Thanks for your imputs Bruno Dionne C-GDBH RV-4 rv4@videotron.ca ________________________________ Message 22 ____________________________________ Time: 03:02:09 PM PST US From: "ed " Subject: RE: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? --> RV-List message posted by: "ed " Thanks to everyone who responded. As always RV-List is proving to be a great place to get information quickly. For those who are curious, I have decided to build a 3 x 8 bench, with no wheels. I don't think I will be moving it often enough to need wheels, and will not be risking my project moving while I work on it. I'll also be getting another smaller bench up against the wall to hold scotchbrite wheel and other stationary tools as the become nessasary. Probbably next to a pegboard for holding misc. smaller tools. As for the compressor, everyone recommends avoiding the oil-free type, so I will definatley do that. People are split about if a big one is really needed. I plan on starting with a smaller one. If it turns out to be to small, I'll sell it and get a bigger one. Thanks again, --Eddie >From: "ed " >Reply-To: rv-list@matronics.com >To: rv-list@matronics.com >Subject: RV-List: Care to recommend some workshop furnishings? >Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2004 05:36:29 +0000 > >--> RV-List message posted by: "ed " > > In preperation for starting my rv-8a qb, I was going to set up a >table >to be my work surface. In particular I am wondering if it makes sense to >have a bench up against a wall, or will I be better served by something on >wheels so I can back it away and work on things from all angles. Since I >will probbably be building this myself, does anyone have a recommendation >on >what size I should make it? > > > Also any recommendations for what size air compressor to get? > >Thanks for advising a soon to be builder, >--Eddie > > Lose those love handles! MSN Fitness shows you two moves to slim your waist. http://fitness.msn.com/articles/feeds/article.aspx?dept=exercise&article=et_pv_030104_lovehandles ________________________________ Message 23 ____________________________________ Time: 03:03:55 PM PST US From: Hal / Carol Kempthorne Subject: Re: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: Hal / Carol Kempthorne It takes a while for the encoder to warm up. Should then show local 'altitude'. My txp needs to be turned on with button push. Helps you remember to adjust code. hal At 02:35 PM 4/26/2004, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: bruno > >Hello All > I just purchase a new Garmin GTX 327 and finally turn it "ON" >for the first time yesterday and I would like to know if it is normal for >the Press Alt window to show nothing eventough the unit is connected to my >Ameri-King encoder.Is it normal while on the ground or is there something I >can do to have the Press Alt displayed > > Also the unit is wired thru an avionic master switch and while >it does turn the unit "OFF" when selected "OFF" it doesn't turn the unit >back "ON" when I turn the master back "ON" I have to manually turn the txpr >"ON". Is it a normal Garmin feature??? > >Thanks for your imputs > >Bruno Dionne >C-GDBH RV-4 >rv4@videotron.ca > > ________________________________ Message 24 ____________________________________ Time: 04:28:59 PM PST US From: "Alex Peterson" Subject: RE: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: "Alex Peterson" > Also the unit is wired thru an avionic master > switch and while it does turn the unit "OFF" when selected > "OFF" it doesn't turn the unit back "ON" when I turn the > master back "ON" I have to manually turn the txpr "ON". Is it > a normal Garmin feature??? > > Thanks for your imputs > > Bruno Dionne Bruno, call Garmin and they will email you the installation and setup manual for the unit. There are a lot of set up configurations for the unit. If you simply kill the 327 with the master, it should come back on with the master. If it doesn't, it is probably a setup command. If you power down the 327 by pressing its "off" button, it won't come back on automatically when the master is switched on. Alex Peterson Maple Grove, MN RV6-A N66AP 459 hours http://www.home.earthlink.net/~alexpeterson/ ________________________________ Message 25 ____________________________________ Time: 04:32:50 PM PST US Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF From: --> RV-List message posted by: Hi Dave, I just got off the phone to Michael Coates and I have encouraged him to put an update onto his webpage about delivery dates etc. They have had a few issues with some components that didn't come up to speck and had to be returned to the original suppliers. Because of the size of the marketplace over here its difficult for small companies to push the major component manufactures about quality issues. After all if you are only dealing in quantities of 500-1000 units at a time you are usually more trouble than your worth to some of the larger companies and they often take there time responding. To be fair Michael has not accepted one cent of customer's money in putting this all together so I tend to cut him a lot more slack when dealing with him as my alternative is to go out an buy either a Microair (I find them hard to use in rough air) or a Becker radio (costs an extra $800 AUD). Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of david.keck@amd.com Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: david.keck@amd.com John, What makes you think they are even shipping them? Coates hasn't responded to any inquiries I've made. The website says shipping third week in April, but the website has said several things that never came about; many dates come and gone with no results. I've been waiting for this radio for a long time and have my panel wired for it, I have a handheld hanging there in the spot for the Xcom. He also promised to post the users manual on the Xcom website "as soon as the FAA approves it". He said all FAA approvals were done and it's been a while so where at least is the manual? So far it's just been excuse after excuse, similar to the MicroAir transponder debacle. If you have some inside information, please share it. Thanks, Dave -----Original Message----- From: John.Morrissey@csiro.au [mailto:John.Morrissey@csiro.au] Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: Hi All, I am expecting my Xcom 760 to be delivered in about a week or so. Production has only just begun so expect a bit of a delay in shipment. I'll report back with performance etc as soon as I get is going. Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Mack Subject: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: "Don Mack" I am working on my panel. I am looking at the Xcom 760 radio from Oz. Did anyone happen to talk to them at SNF? They supposedly had a booth. I am wondering if they are actually shipping yet in the states and what they are saying about availability. Don Mack www.dmack.net don@dmack.net do not archive == == == == == == == == ________________________________ Message 26 ____________________________________ Time: 04:36:56 PM PST US From: "J. R. Dial" Subject: RV-List: Mike Seger --> RV-List message posted by: "J. R. Dial" Could somebody please send me Mike Segar's phone number? Off list is fine. DO NOT ARCHIVE ________________________________ Message 27 ____________________________________ Time: 05:00:14 PM PST US From: "Larry Bowen" Subject: RE: RV-List: Mike Seger --> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Bowen" http://vansaircraft.com/public/trainfly.htm > -----Original Message----- > > --> RV-List message posted by: "J. R. Dial" > > > Could somebody please send me Mike Segar's phone > number? Off list is fine. > DO NOT ARCHIVE > ________________________________ Message 28 ____________________________________ Time: 05:18:12 PM PST US From: "Michel" Subject: RE: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: "Michel" You can have it set either way, on with master or on manually. In our Piper Cheyennes we have them come on with the radio master while on my 8 I have it stay off when I through the Master switch because I don't have a radio master. It is a wiring or software setup, forget which it was now. Michel -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Hal / Carol Kempthorne Subject: Re: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: Hal / Carol Kempthorne It takes a while for the encoder to warm up. Should then show local 'altitude'. My txp needs to be turned on with button push. Helps you remember to adjust code. hal At 02:35 PM 4/26/2004, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: bruno > >Hello All > I just purchase a new Garmin GTX 327 and finally turn it "ON" >for the first time yesterday and I would like to know if it is normal for >the Press Alt window to show nothing eventough the unit is connected to my >Ameri-King encoder.Is it normal while on the ground or is there something I >can do to have the Press Alt displayed > > Also the unit is wired thru an avionic master switch and while >it does turn the unit "OFF" when selected "OFF" it doesn't turn the unit >back "ON" when I turn the master back "ON" I have to manually turn the txpr >"ON". Is it a normal Garmin feature??? > >Thanks for your imputs > >Bruno Dionne >C-GDBH RV-4 >rv4@videotron.ca > > ________________________________ Message 29 ____________________________________ Time: 05:22:26 PM PST US From: Scott Vanartsdalen Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: Scott Vanartsdalen Michael is a fair guy. I bought a MicroAir radio directly from him (back when he was allowed to do that) and a T2000 transponder. Delivery wasn't as fast as I'd hoped but I did receive everything I was promised and wasn't billed until they shipped. Mike is a fair bloke. You might think about cutting him some slack. John.Morrissey@csiro.au wrote: --> RV-List message posted by: Hi Dave, I just got off the phone to Michael Coates and I have encouraged him to put an update onto his webpage about delivery dates etc. They have had a few issues with some components that didn't come up to speck and had to be returned to the original suppliers. Because of the size of the marketplace over here its difficult for small companies to push the major component manufactures about quality issues. After all if you are only dealing in quantities of 500-1000 units at a time you are usually more trouble than your worth to some of the larger companies and they often take there time responding. To be fair Michael has not accepted one cent of customer's money in putting this all together so I tend to cut him a lot more slack when dealing with him as my alternative is to go out an buy either a Microair (I find them hard to use in rough air) or a Becker radio (costs an extra $800 AUD). Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of david.keck@amd.com Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: david.keck@amd.com John, What makes you think they are even shipping them? Coates hasn't responded to any inquiries I've made. The website says shipping third week in April, but the website has said several things that never came about; many dates come and gone with no results. I've been waiting for this radio for a long time and have my panel wired for it, I have a handheld hanging there in the spot for the Xcom. He also promised to post the users manual on the Xcom website "as soon as the FAA approves it". He said all FAA approvals were done and it's been a while so where at least is the manual? So far it's just been excuse after excuse, similar to the MicroAir transponder debacle. If you have some inside information, please share it. Thanks, Dave -----Original Message----- From: John.Morrissey@csiro.au [mailto:John.Morrissey@csiro.au] Subject: RE: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: Hi All, I am expecting my Xcom 760 to be delivered in about a week or so. Production has only just begun so expect a bit of a delay in shipment. I'll report back with performance etc as soon as I get is going. Cheers John Morrissey -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Don Mack Subject: RV-List: Xcom @ SNF --> RV-List message posted by: "Don Mack" I am working on my panel. I am looking at the Xcom 760 radio from Oz. Did anyone happen to talk to them at SNF? They supposedly had a booth. I am wondering if they are actually shipping yet in the states and what they are saying about availability. Don Mack www.dmack.net don@dmack.net do not archive == == == == == == == == -- Scott VanArtsdalen RV-4 N311SV, FLYING!! When a man does all he can though it succeeds not well, blame not him that did it." -- George Washington ________________________________ Message 30 ____________________________________ Time: 05:44:05 PM PST US From: "David Schaefer" Subject: RV-List: Sam James Plenum / RV6 Cowl / Oil Cooler --> RV-List message posted by: "David Schaefer" I need some help from any one out there who has installed the Sam James plenum on an RV6A. I've installed the plenum (no problems) but can not install the oil cooler at the angle described behind #4 cylinder because of the engine mount. The cooler just barely clears the mount without the 'angled spacer' assembly. Additionally does anyone have pictures of how you modified the Van's cowl to accept Sam's rings!! Any help will be appreciated and pictures would be a big-time help!! Regards David Schaefer RV6-A Finishing ________________________________ Message 31 ____________________________________ Time: 05:52:35 PM PST US From: "Dana Overall" Subject: RV-List: Rudder wiring. --> RV-List message posted by: "Dana Overall" Bear with me here for a moment. I'm installing the bottom rudder fairing on my new 7 rudder. I have the postion light/strobe configuration mounted to the bottom fairing. I've looked at a couple of sites in regards to the position of the quick disconnect. If I leave enough wire to pull the strobe/light setup out to get to the quick disconnect, the rudder will be permanently attached to the fuselage. I know the number of times a rudder will come off, owner assisted, will be minimal at best. However, I am painting everything prior to final assembly so running wire through the front of the fiberglass to quick disconnects inside the fairing looks to be not an option. The only way I see to do it is to have the wire exit the front of the bottom fairing and install a quick disconnect; leave enough wire so as to allow some rotation and install a quick disconnect on the wire leaving the fuselage. Problem here, will a quick disconnect located between the aft VS spar and the front of the rudder cause weather related or rubbing problems 100 hours into flying this baby? Dana Overall Richmond, KY i39 RV-7 slider, Imron black, "Black Magic" Finish kit 13B Rotary. Hangar flying my Dynon. http://rvflying.tripod.com/aero1.jpg http://rvflying.tripod.com/aero3.jpg http://rvflying.tripod.com/blackrudder.jpg do not archive ________________________________ Message 32 ____________________________________ Time: 05:55:35 PM PST US From: Louis Willig Subject: Re: RV-List: For User of Garmin GTX 327 Txpr. --> RV-List message posted by: Louis Willig At 05:35 PM 4/26/2004, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: bruno > >Hello All > I just purchase a new Garmin GTX 327 and finally turn it "ON" >for the first time yesterday and I would like to know if it is normal for >the Press Alt window to show nothing eventough the unit is connected to my >Ameri-King encoder.Is it normal while on the ground or is there something I >can do to have the Press Alt displayed. I believe that you must press the "ALT" button in the center to show the altitude. Now read what I write carefully: You can manually turn on the GTX 327 by pushing the "ON" button. This will activate the transponder, but will NOT show the pressure altitude on the screen. If you now push the ALT button, the pressure altitude feature will show up on the screen. But here is a much better method to use the GTX 327: You can also manually turn on the GTX 327 by pushing the ALT button. This will simultaneously activate the transponder and the pressure altitude feature. This is the way I turn mine on. A few times I used the former method and forgot to push the ALT button when I was airborne . I got a call from the Philadelphia ATC center after one of these flights. They were not happy with me. I then made the decision to never turn the X-ponder on with the ON button, but only use the ALT button. Louis ________________________________ Message 33 ____________________________________ Time: 06:08:32 PM PST US From: RGray67968@aol.com Subject: Re: RV-List: Rudder wiring. --> RV-List message posted by: RGray67968@aol.com Dana.......Dana.........Dana, Just leave slack in the wire(s) with a connector inside the fairing. You run the wires out the bottom of the VS and UNDER the lower rod end bearing and into the opening in the front of the bottom fairing. You need enough slack to be able to remove the screws in the light holder (shroud....whatever) then pull the wire out of the opening to undo the connector. I used a small molex so it would fit through the hole. You can do this in 'reverse' if you choose......by leaving to 'long' end of the wire connected to the light and pulling the connector out of the front of the fairing.....it's your airplane : ). Be sure to secure the nuts on the light shroud.....I buried them in some flox.....no problemo'. Rick Gray RV6 in Ohio at the Buffalo Farm http://rv6rick.tripod.com/ohiovalleyrvators/index.html archive this baby Bear with me here for a moment. I'm installing the bottom rudder fairing on my new 7 rudder. I have the postion light/strobe configuration mounted to the bottom fairing. I've looked at a couple of sites in regards to the position of the quick disconnect. If I leave enough wire to pull the strobe/light setup out to get to the quick disconnect, the rudder will be permanently attached to the fuselage. I know the number of times a rudder will come off, owner assisted, will be minimal at best. However, I am painting everything prior to final assembly so running wire through the front of the fiberglass to quick disconnects inside the fairing looks to be not an option. The only way I see to do it is to have the wire exit the front of the bottom fairing and install a quick disconnect; leave enough wire so as to allow some rotation and install a quick disconnect on the wire leaving the fuselage. Problem here, will a quick disconnect located between the aft VS spar and the front of the rudder cause weather related or rubbing problems 100 hours into flying this baby? ________________________________ Message 34 ____________________________________ Time: 07:16:15 PM PST US From: "Dan Checkoway" Subject: Re: RV-List: Rudder wiring. --> RV-List message posted by: "Dan Checkoway" > Dana.......Dana.........Dana, > Just leave slack in the wire(s) with a connector inside the fairing. You run > the wires out the bottom of the VS and UNDER the lower rod end bearing and > into the opening in the front of the bottom fairing. You need enough slack to be > able to remove the screws in the light holder (shroud....whatever) then pull > the wire out of the opening to undo the connector. I used a small molex so it Fwiw, ditto. That's exactly what I did on my RV-7 with the original (RV-8 style) rudder. No problems so far, and nothing is "permanently attached." The light comes out with the 2 screws, then disconnect the mate-n-lok connectors...light assembly is removed. Pull the rudder right off the fuselage and the wires/connectors pull out the front of the rudder at the lower rod end bearing hole. Need to pull the wires back into the fuselage? Just remove the plastic mate-n-lok shells and the wires/pins will slip right in through the hole in the VS. No brainer! (20:20 hindsight, of course) do not archive )_( Dan RV-7 N714D http://www.rvproject.com