---------------------------------------------------------- Yak-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Mon 05/11/20: 3 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 10:57 AM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 4 Msgs - 05/10/20 (Frederick Slyfield) 2. 10:57 AM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 4 Msgs - 05/10/20 (Frederick Slyfield) 3. 11:23 AM - Yak Instruments (HawkerPilot2015) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 10:57:04 AM PST US From: Frederick Slyfield Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 4 Msgs - 05/10/20 Thanks for the guidance, Walt. Skip Slyfield On Mon, May 11, 2020 at 12:55 AM Yak-List Digest Server < yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > * > > ================================================= > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > ================================================= > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > HTML Version: > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter 20-05-10&Archive=Yak > > Text Version: > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter 20-05-10&Archive=Yak > > > =============================================== > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > =============================================== > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > Yak-List Digest Archive > --- > Total Messages Posted Sun 05/10/20: 4 > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > Today's Message Index: > ---------------------- > > 1. 12:30 PM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Frederick > Slyfield) > 2. 12:30 PM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Frederick > Slyfield) > 3. 12:38 PM - Re: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Richard > Hess) > 4. 10:31 PM - Re: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Walter > Lannon) > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:30:04 PM PST US > From: Frederick Slyfield > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit > on the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. > Any suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server < > yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > > > * > > > > ================================================ > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > > ================================================ > > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > > > HTML Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > Text Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > > > ============================================== > > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > > ============================================== > > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > Yak-List Digest Archive > > --- > > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > > > > Today's Message Index: > > ---------------------- > > > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > > _____________________________________ > > > > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > > From: Justin Drafts > > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > > generator in the engine compartment. > > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like a > > champ for the last 4 flights. > > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > > Thx for all the inputs- > > Justin > > N280NC > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > > wrote: > > > > > Great info, thanks... > > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > > Justin > > > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > > > >> Justin; > > >> > > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > > >> overhaul function. > > >> > > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > > throw > > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > > >> > > >> Cheers; > > >> Walt > > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >> > > >> Ok- > > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > > >> Justin > > >> > > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > > >> > > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Tom Elliott > > >>> > > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > > >>> > > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > > >>> > > >>> PMB 7004 > > >>> > > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > > >>> > > >>> 89019 > > >>> > > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > > >>> > > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Morning all, > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > > >>> indication. > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > gen > > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease." > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > > >>> > > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > > >>> > > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > > >>> > > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Justin Drafts > > >>> > > >>> N280NC > > >>> > > >>> Seattle > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > Virus-free. > > >>> www.avg.com > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > > >>> > > >> > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 2 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:30:30 PM PST US > From: Frederick Slyfield > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit > on the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. > Any suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server < > yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > > > * > > > > ================================================ > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > > ================================================ > > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > > > HTML Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > Text Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > > > ============================================== > > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > > ============================================== > > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > Yak-List Digest Archive > > --- > > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > > > > Today's Message Index: > > ---------------------- > > > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > > _____________________________________ > > > > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > > From: Justin Drafts > > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > > generator in the engine compartment. > > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like a > > champ for the last 4 flights. > > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > > Thx for all the inputs- > > Justin > > N280NC > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > > wrote: > > > > > Great info, thanks... > > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > > Justin > > > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > > > >> Justin; > > >> > > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > > >> overhaul function. > > >> > > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > > throw > > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > > >> > > >> Cheers; > > >> Walt > > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >> > > >> Ok- > > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > > >> Justin > > >> > > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > > >> > > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Tom Elliott > > >>> > > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > > >>> > > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > > >>> > > >>> PMB 7004 > > >>> > > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > > >>> > > >>> 89019 > > >>> > > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > > >>> > > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Morning all, > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > > >>> indication. > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > gen > > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease." > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > > >>> > > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > > >>> > > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > > >>> > > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Justin Drafts > > >>> > > >>> N280NC > > >>> > > >>> Seattle > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > Virus-free. > > >>> www.avg.com > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > > >>> > > >> > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 3 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:38:11 PM PST US > From: Richard Hess > Subject: Re: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > I replaced mine with a US unit for that very reason. > > Richard Hess > C 404-964-4885 > > > On May 10, 2020, at 3:30 PM, Frederick Slyfield > wro > te: > > > > =EF=BB > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass > unit o > n the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I t > inkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it a > ctually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. Any > sug > gestions? > > > > Skip Slyfield > > N75480 > > > >> On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server > cs.com> wrote: > >> * > >> > >> ======================= > > >> Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > >> ======================= > > >> > >> Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > >> two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest > formatted > > >> in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > >> and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > >> of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > >> such as Notepad or with a web browser. > >> > >> HTML Version: > >> > >> http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=h > tml&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > >> > >> Text Version: > >> > >> http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=t > xt&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > >> > >> > >> ===================== > >> EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > >> ===================== > >> > >> > >> ---------------------------------------------------------- > >> Yak-List Digest Archive > >> --- > >> Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > >> ---------------------------------------------------------- > >> > >> > >> Today's Message Index: > >> ---------------------- > >> > >> 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > >> > >> > >> > >> ________________________________ Message 1 > ____________________________ > _________ > >> > >> > >> Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > >> From: Justin Drafts > >> Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> > >> Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > >> > >> After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > >> thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > >> generator in the engine compartment. > >> Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like > a > >> champ for the last 4 flights. > >> Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > >> > >> So, I'm calling the system fixed. > >> Thx for all the inputs- > >> Justin > >> N280NC > >> > >> On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > wro > te: > >> > >> > Great info, thanks... > >> > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > >> > Justin > >> > > >> > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > >> > > >> >> Justin; > >> >> > >> >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > >> >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > >> >> overhaul function. > >> >> > >> >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > th > row > >> >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > >> >> > >> >> Cheers; > >> >> Walt > >> >> *From:* Justin Drafts > >> >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > >> >> *To:* Tom Elliott > >> >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> >> > >> >> Ok- > >> >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > >> >> Justin > >> >> > >> >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > >> >> > >> >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Tom Elliott > >> >>> > >> >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > >> >>> > >> >>> 777 Quartz Ave > >> >>> > >> >>> PMB 7004 > >> >>> > >> >>> Sandy Valley NV. > >> >>> > >> >>> 89019 > >> >>> > >> >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > >> >>> > >> >>> N13472@AOL.COM > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > >> >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > >> >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > >> >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > >> >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Morning all, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > >> >>> indication. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > ge > n > >> >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease > ." > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > >> >>> > >> >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > >> >>> > >> >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > >> >>> > >> >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Justin Drafts > >> >>> > >> >>> N280NC > >> >>> > >> >>> Seattle > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > Virus-free. > >> >>> www.avg.com > >> >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > >> >>> > >> >> > >> > >> > >> > >> ========= > >> List" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/Navig > ator?Yak-List > >> ========= > >> FORUMS - > >> eferrer" target="_blank">http://forums.matronics.com > >> ========= > >> WIKI - > >> errer" target="_blank">http://wiki.matronics.com > >> ========= > >> b Site - > >> -Matt Dralle, List Admin. > >> rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/contributio > n > >> ========= > >> > >> > >> > >> > > ________________________________ Message 4 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 10:31:15 PM PST US > From: "Walter Lannon" > Subject: Re: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Hi Skip; > > To top up or re-fill you need to remove the viewing window. For this you n > eed 2 minor tools. 1. A small wrench made from 1/16=9D steel sheet > to remove the retaining ring (very simple to make) and 2. A small suction > cup to remove the window. > > If you can clearly see the compass dial through the window it is likely ful > l of still clean fluid. Looking at your spare you can tilt the whole unit > and see if you observe any fluid sloshing but of course can=99t do th > at with the mounted unit. > > It should be completely full with no air space. If you are unable to clear > ly read the dial chances are the fluid is contaminated and may require remo > val of the upper > cover for cleaning. This would have to be done at the bench. > > If all is well you will want to calibrate (swing) the compass. it has the > same adjustable corrector magnets as any other magnetic compass. But more: > Heading errors can be averaged and mostly taken out by rotating the entir > e unit in the mount. > > Calibration can be a long and tedious process! Whether it=99s worth > the effort is an individual decision. I did mine probably 20+ years ago an > d rarely ever leave the local area and if I go somewhere I use the GPS. Th > ough it is nice to think you have some accurate back-up nav. info. But, ho > w accurate is it 20+ years after calibration and the mag. north pole is doi > ng strange things. > > To swing it (or any mag. compass) one needs to know the local area declinat > ion and have access to a master compass or an up to date compass rose. Las > t I heard the magnetic north pole was changing location so fast (relative t > erm) it may have left Canada and moved to Russia! Been meaning to look it > up because (at least in Canada) we are supposed to have a current compass c > ard in the aircraft! > > All the best; > Walt > > From: Frederick Slyfield > Sent: Sunday, May 10, 2020 12:27 PM > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit o > n the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. I > tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. An > y suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server =2Ecom> wrote: > > * > > ======================= > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > ======================= > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > HTML Version: > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=h > tml&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > Text Version: > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=t > xt&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > ===================== > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > ===================== > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > Yak-List Digest Archive > --- > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > Today's Message Index: > ---------------------- > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > ________________________________ Message 1 ____________________________ > _________ > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > From: Justin Drafts > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > generator in the engine compartment. > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run like > a > champ for the last 4 flights. > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > Thx for all the inputs- > Justin > N280NC > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > wro > te: > > > Great info, thanks... > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > Justin > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > >> Justin; > >> > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > >> overhaul function. > >> > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just th > row > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > >> > >> Cheers; > >> Walt > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> > >> Ok- > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > >> Justin > >> > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > >> > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Tom Elliott > >>> > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > >>> > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > >>> > >>> PMB 7004 > >>> > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > >>> > >>> 89019 > >>> > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > >>> > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Morning all, > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > >>> indication. > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach ge > n > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with grease > =2E" > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > >>> > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > >>> > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > >>> > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Justin Drafts > >>> > >>> N280NC > >>> > >>> Seattle > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > Virus-free. > >>> www.avg.com > >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > >>> > >> > > > ========= > List" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/Navig > ator?Yak-List > ========= > FORUMS - > eferrer" target="_blank">http://forums.matronics.com > ========= > WIKI - > errer" target="_blank">http://wiki.matronics.com > ========= > b Site - > -Matt Dralle, List Admin. > rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/contributio > n > ========= > > > -- > This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. > https://www.avast.com/antivirus > > ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 10:57:15 AM PST US From: Frederick Slyfield Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 4 Msgs - 05/10/20 Thanks for the guidance, Walt. Skip Slyfield On Mon, May 11, 2020 at 12:55 AM Yak-List Digest Server < yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > * > > ================================================= > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > ================================================= > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > HTML Version: > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter 20-05-10&Archive=Yak > > Text Version: > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter 20-05-10&Archive=Yak > > > =============================================== > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > =============================================== > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > Yak-List Digest Archive > --- > Total Messages Posted Sun 05/10/20: 4 > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > Today's Message Index: > ---------------------- > > 1. 12:30 PM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Frederick > Slyfield) > 2. 12:30 PM - Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Frederick > Slyfield) > 3. 12:38 PM - Re: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Richard > Hess) > 4. 10:31 PM - Re: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 (Walter > Lannon) > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:30:04 PM PST US > From: Frederick Slyfield > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit > on the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. > Any suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server < > yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > > > * > > > > ================================================ > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > > ================================================ > > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > > > HTML Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > Text Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > > > ============================================== > > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > > ============================================== > > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > Yak-List Digest Archive > > --- > > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > > > > Today's Message Index: > > ---------------------- > > > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > > _____________________________________ > > > > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > > From: Justin Drafts > > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > > generator in the engine compartment. > > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like a > > champ for the last 4 flights. > > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > > Thx for all the inputs- > > Justin > > N280NC > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > > wrote: > > > > > Great info, thanks... > > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > > Justin > > > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > > > >> Justin; > > >> > > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > > >> overhaul function. > > >> > > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > > throw > > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > > >> > > >> Cheers; > > >> Walt > > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >> > > >> Ok- > > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > > >> Justin > > >> > > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > > >> > > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Tom Elliott > > >>> > > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > > >>> > > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > > >>> > > >>> PMB 7004 > > >>> > > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > > >>> > > >>> 89019 > > >>> > > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > > >>> > > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Morning all, > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > > >>> indication. > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > gen > > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease." > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > > >>> > > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > > >>> > > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > > >>> > > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Justin Drafts > > >>> > > >>> N280NC > > >>> > > >>> Seattle > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > Virus-free. > > >>> www.avg.com > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > > >>> > > >> > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 2 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:30:30 PM PST US > From: Frederick Slyfield > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit > on the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. > Any suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server < > yak-list@matronics.com> wrote: > > > * > > > > ================================================ > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > > ================================================ > > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > > > HTML Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=html&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > Text Version: > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=txt&Chapter > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > > > > ============================================== > > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > > ============================================== > > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > Yak-List Digest Archive > > --- > > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > > > > Today's Message Index: > > ---------------------- > > > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 1 > > _____________________________________ > > > > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > > From: Justin Drafts > > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > > generator in the engine compartment. > > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like a > > champ for the last 4 flights. > > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > > Thx for all the inputs- > > Justin > > N280NC > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > > wrote: > > > > > Great info, thanks... > > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > > Justin > > > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > > > >> Justin; > > >> > > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > > >> overhaul function. > > >> > > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > > throw > > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > > >> > > >> Cheers; > > >> Walt > > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >> > > >> Ok- > > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > > >> Justin > > >> > > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > > >> > > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Tom Elliott > > >>> > > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > > >>> > > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > > >>> > > >>> PMB 7004 > > >>> > > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > > >>> > > >>> 89019 > > >>> > > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > > >>> > > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Morning all, > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > > >>> indication. > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > gen > > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease." > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > > >>> > > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > > >>> > > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > > >>> > > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> Justin Drafts > > >>> > > >>> N280NC > > >>> > > >>> Seattle > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > Virus-free. > > >>> www.avg.com > > >>> < > > > http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > > >>> > > >> > > > > > > ________________________________ Message 3 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 12:38:11 PM PST US > From: Richard Hess > Subject: Re: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > I replaced mine with a US unit for that very reason. > > Richard Hess > C 404-964-4885 > > > On May 10, 2020, at 3:30 PM, Frederick Slyfield > wro > te: > > > > =EF=BB > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass > unit o > n the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. > I t > inkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it a > ctually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. Any > sug > gestions? > > > > Skip Slyfield > > N75480 > > > >> On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server > cs.com> wrote: > >> * > >> > >> ======================= > > >> Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > >> ======================= > > >> > >> Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > >> two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest > formatted > > >> in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > > >> and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > > >> of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > >> such as Notepad or with a web browser. > >> > >> HTML Version: > >> > >> http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=h > tml&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > >> > >> Text Version: > >> > >> http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=t > xt&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > >> > >> > >> ===================== > >> EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > >> ===================== > >> > >> > >> ---------------------------------------------------------- > >> Yak-List Digest Archive > >> --- > >> Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > >> ---------------------------------------------------------- > >> > >> > >> Today's Message Index: > >> ---------------------- > >> > >> 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > >> > >> > >> > >> ________________________________ Message 1 > ____________________________ > _________ > >> > >> > >> Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > >> From: Justin Drafts > >> Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> > >> Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > >> > >> After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > >> thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > >> generator in the engine compartment. > >> Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run > like > a > >> champ for the last 4 flights. > >> Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > >> > >> So, I'm calling the system fixed. > >> Thx for all the inputs- > >> Justin > >> N280NC > >> > >> On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > wro > te: > >> > >> > Great info, thanks... > >> > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > >> > Justin > >> > > >> > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > >> > > >> >> Justin; > >> >> > >> >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > >> >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > >> >> overhaul function. > >> >> > >> >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just > th > row > >> >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > >> >> > >> >> Cheers; > >> >> Walt > >> >> *From:* Justin Drafts > >> >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > >> >> *To:* Tom Elliott > >> >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> >> > >> >> Ok- > >> >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > >> >> Justin > >> >> > >> >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > >> >> > >> >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Tom Elliott > >> >>> > >> >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > >> >>> > >> >>> 777 Quartz Ave > >> >>> > >> >>> PMB 7004 > >> >>> > >> >>> Sandy Valley NV. > >> >>> > >> >>> 89019 > >> >>> > >> >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > >> >>> > >> >>> N13472@AOL.COM > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > >> >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > >> >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > >> >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > >> >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Morning all, > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > >> >>> indication. > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach > ge > n > >> >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with > grease > ." > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > >> >>> > >> >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > >> >>> > >> >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > >> >>> > >> >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> Justin Drafts > >> >>> > >> >>> N280NC > >> >>> > >> >>> Seattle > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> > >> >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > Virus-free. > >> >>> www.avg.com > >> >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > >> >>> > >> >> > >> > >> > >> > >> ========= > >> List" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/Navig > ator?Yak-List > >> ========= > >> FORUMS - > >> eferrer" target="_blank">http://forums.matronics.com > >> ========= > >> WIKI - > >> errer" target="_blank">http://wiki.matronics.com > >> ========= > >> b Site - > >> -Matt Dralle, List Admin. > >> rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/contributio > n > >> ========= > >> > >> > >> > >> > > ________________________________ Message 4 > _____________________________________ > > > Time: 10:31:15 PM PST US > From: "Walter Lannon" > Subject: Re: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Hi Skip; > > To top up or re-fill you need to remove the viewing window. For this you n > eed 2 minor tools. 1. A small wrench made from 1/16=9D steel sheet > to remove the retaining ring (very simple to make) and 2. A small suction > cup to remove the window. > > If you can clearly see the compass dial through the window it is likely ful > l of still clean fluid. Looking at your spare you can tilt the whole unit > and see if you observe any fluid sloshing but of course can=99t do th > at with the mounted unit. > > It should be completely full with no air space. If you are unable to clear > ly read the dial chances are the fluid is contaminated and may require remo > val of the upper > cover for cleaning. This would have to be done at the bench. > > If all is well you will want to calibrate (swing) the compass. it has the > same adjustable corrector magnets as any other magnetic compass. But more: > Heading errors can be averaged and mostly taken out by rotating the entir > e unit in the mount. > > Calibration can be a long and tedious process! Whether it=99s worth > the effort is an individual decision. I did mine probably 20+ years ago an > d rarely ever leave the local area and if I go somewhere I use the GPS. Th > ough it is nice to think you have some accurate back-up nav. info. But, ho > w accurate is it 20+ years after calibration and the mag. north pole is doi > ng strange things. > > To swing it (or any mag. compass) one needs to know the local area declinat > ion and have access to a master compass or an up to date compass rose. Las > t I heard the magnetic north pole was changing location so fast (relative t > erm) it may have left Canada and moved to Russia! Been meaning to look it > up because (at least in Canada) we are supposed to have a current compass c > ard in the aircraft! > > All the best; > Walt > > From: Frederick Slyfield > Sent: Sunday, May 10, 2020 12:27 PM > Subject: Yak-List: Re: Yak-List Digest: 1 Msgs - 05/09/20 > > Did anyone address just how and where to service the Chinese compass unit o > n the Nanchang? I think Justin and Walt were batting that back and forth. I > tinkered with mine (and examined a spare that I have) and I can't tell if > it actually has compass fluid in it, or where in tarnation you'd put it. An > y suggestions? > > Skip Slyfield > N75480 > > > On Sun, May 10, 2020 at 12:54 AM Yak-List Digest Server =2Ecom> wrote: > > * > > ======================= > > Online Versions of Today's List Digest Archive > ======================= > > > Today's complete Yak-List Digest can also be found in either of the > two Web Links listed below. The .html file includes the Digest formatted > > in HTML for viewing with a web browser and features Hyperlinked Indexes > and Message Navigation. The .txt file includes the plain ASCII version > of the Yak-List Digest and can be viewed with a generic text editor > such as Notepad or with a web browser. > > HTML Version: > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=h > tml&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > Text Version: > > http://www.matronics.com/digest/digestview.php?Style=82701&View=t > xt&Chapter > > 20-05-09&Archive=Yak > > > ===================== > EMail Version of Today's List Digest Archive > ===================== > > > ---------------------------------------------------------- > Yak-List Digest Archive > --- > Total Messages Posted Sat 05/09/20: 1 > ---------------------------------------------------------- > > > Today's Message Index: > ---------------------- > > 1. 10:29 AM - Re: tach generator upkeep (Justin Drafts) > > > ________________________________ Message 1 ____________________________ > _________ > > > Time: 10:29:53 AM PST US > From: Justin Drafts > Subject: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > > Epilogue to my tachometer troubles... > > After chasing wires and cleaning connections, I finally disassembled & > thoroughly cleaned my hitherto-exposed cannon plug on the Chinese tach > generator in the engine compartment. > Redressing the wire run and c.plug with oil resistant tape, it's run like > a > champ for the last 4 flights. > Fwd and aft gauges in perfect synch. > > So, I'm calling the system fixed. > Thx for all the inputs- > Justin > N280NC > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 10:29 AM Justin Drafts > wro > te: > > > Great info, thanks... > > (Mine is the small, engine-mounted variety) > > Justin > > > > On Mon, Apr 6, 2020, 9:44 AM Walter Lannon wrote: > > > >> Justin; > >> > >> If you have the later ENGINE mounted Tach. gen. re-greasing of the > >> bearings would be likely a 300-500 hr. unit > >> overhaul function. > >> > >> If you have the original FIREWALL mounted, cable driven unit, just th > row > >> it away and get the later one from Doug Sapp. > >> > >> Cheers; > >> Walt > >> *From:* Justin Drafts > >> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 4:49 PM > >> *To:* Tom Elliott > >> *Subject:* Re: Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >> > >> Ok- > >> Any experiences(s) with a good lube/grease for the tach gen bearings? > >> Justin > >> > >> On Sun, Apr 5, 2020, 1:26 PM Tom Elliott wrote: > >> > >>> Note it reads Engine RPM not prop > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Tom Elliott > >>> > >>> CJ-6A NX63727 > >>> > >>> 777 Quartz Ave > >>> > >>> PMB 7004 > >>> > >>> Sandy Valley NV. > >>> > >>> 89019 > >>> > >>> Cell 541-297-5497 > >>> > >>> N13472@AOL.COM > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> *From:* owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com [mailto: > >>> owner-yak-list-server@matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *Justin Drafts > >>> *Sent:* Sunday, April 05, 2020 8:48 AM > >>> *To:* yak-list@matronics.com > >>> *Subject:* Yak-List: Re: tach generator upkeep > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Morning all, > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Fast question re: the Housai's tiny tach generator for prop rpm > >>> indication. > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> In the midst of my cond insp, and the RPA checklist notes the tach ge > n > >>> should be removed and "disassembled and bearings repacked with grease > =2E" > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> I've yet to disassemble one. > >>> > >>> Where are these bearings (ie- how get to them)? > >>> > >>> What grease have y'all successfully used? > >>> > >>> Tach gen maint tips & thoughts much appreciated... > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Justin Drafts > >>> > >>> N280NC > >>> > >>> Seattle > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > Virus-free. > >>> www.avg.com > >>> ink&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient > > > > >>> > >> > > > ========= > List" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/Navig > ator?Yak-List > ========= > FORUMS - > eferrer" target="_blank">http://forums.matronics.com > ========= > WIKI - > errer" target="_blank">http://wiki.matronics.com > ========= > b Site - > -Matt Dralle, List Admin. > rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.matronics.com/contributio > n > ========= > > > -- > This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. > https://www.avast.com/antivirus > > ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 11:23:28 AM PST US Subject: Yak-List: Yak Instruments From: "HawkerPilot2015" Anyone need some instruments. See attached photos. Everything was working minus one of the VSI's..but when they were pulled, they were not marked. So, you buy one, you get two. 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