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1. 06:41 AM - Re: Gas Tank Cleaning (Carlos Sa)
2. 07:32 AM - Hole Punch (nick pace)
3. 08:05 AM - Re: Hole Punch (cgalley)
4. 08:23 AM - leaky screws (Gordon)
5. 08:24 AM - Re: Hole Punch (Hinde, Frank George (Corvallis))
6. 08:38 AM - Re: Gas Tank Cleaning (steveadams)
7. 10:19 AM - RE : leaky screws (Carlos Sa)
8. 10:48 AM - Re: Hole Punch ()
9. 11:00 AM - Re: leaky screws (Don Mountain)
10. 12:09 PM - Re: leaky screws (Gordon)
11. 02:36 PM - Re: Hole Punch (kevinbonds)
12. 05:30 PM - Re: Gas Tank Cleaning (Matt & Jo)
13. 06:27 PM - Crosswind - The Last Flight (Dave Zilz)
14. 06:27 PM - Crosswind - The Last Flight (Dave Zilz)
15. 07:27 PM - Re: N143ZT - First Flight Day 14 Jan 2006 (Garrou, Douglas)
16. 08:14 PM - Re: RE : leaky screws (N5SL)
17. 08:35 PM - Re: Crosswind - The Last Flight (NYTerminat@aol.com)
18. 10:06 PM - Re: Crosswind - The Last Flight (Don Walker)
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| Subject: | Gas Tank Cleaning |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: Carlos Sa <carlosfsa@yahoo.com>
Would a tack cloth work?
Carlos
David Alberti <daberti@sbcglobal.net> wrote: --> Zenith-List message posted by:
"David Alberti"
Make a small ball of masking tap with the sticky side out and attach it to a
opened coat hanger. Just blot the ships on the sticky tape.
Dave 601-HD 912ULS
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> I cut the hole for the fuel level indicator in my gas tank, and
> ended up having to file a little to get it to fit. Now I have to
> clean out the filings from inside the tank.
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
Just curios,why cant you use an aircraft hole punch to
make the rivit holes.It seems like it would eliminate
de-burring.Forgive me if this topic has been covered
in the past.
"THIS is the golden age of aviation"
A Fellow Aviator
Nick Pace
Harpers Ferry WV
Building a 601XL #5607
Corvair Powered
{Rudder almost done}
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: "cgalley" <cgalley@qcbc.org>
Whitney-Roper makes one but you are limited to mainly edges.
Cy Galley - Chair,
AirVenture Emergency Aircraft Repair
A Service Project of Chapter 75
EAA Safety Programs Editor - TC
EAA Sport Pilot
----- Original Message -----
From: "nick pace" <asknickp@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 9:26 AM
Subject: Zenith-List: Hole Punch
> --> Zenith-List message posted by: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
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> Just curios,why cant you use an aircraft hole punch to
> make the rivit holes.It seems like it would eliminate
> de-burring.Forgive me if this topic has been covered
> in the past.
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> "THIS is the golden age of aviation"
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> A Fellow Aviator
> Nick Pace
> Harpers Ferry WV
> Building a 601XL #5607
> Corvair Powered
> {Rudder almost done}
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Gordon" <cscsail@gmavt.net>
Thanks for the input. I replaced the split paper washers and I have no leaks, as
long as I don't put a grounding lug under the screw head. The washers I was
provided are made of a thin gasket material with the integrity of heavy paper,
and can only be snugged, or they will split.
The problem I see with using these sending units is trying to ground them properly.
The units appear (when checked with an ohm meter) to have good continuity
between them and the grounded tank --without a grounding wire and lug under a
screw. For this to be the case, the edge of the screws probably makes contact
with the edge of the holes in the sender since the screw heads are insulated
from the surface with the paper washers--hardly a reliable bond, more like an
accident. If I add a grounding lug so that it is resting on top of the sender
and making good contact with the case and have a washer between it and the head
of the screw, I will have a leak around the grounding lug. I could use permatex
or similar goo, but I think it probably defeats the ability of the grounding
lug to form a reliable bond. I may be over analyzing this problem, but it just
seems like a bad installation. The units should probably have a tab soldered
right to the case for proper bonding or copper crush washers may be the answer.
Still thinking about it,
Gordon
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Hinde, Frank George (Corvallis)" <frank.hinde@hp.com>
And you still need to match drill the hole to the sructure underneath
which still has to be deburred.
You really will cost yourself more time than you will save I suspect.
Frank
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[mailto:owner-zenith-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of cgalley
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 8:01 AM
Subject: Re: Zenith-List: Hole Punch
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "cgalley" <cgalley@qcbc.org>
Whitney-Roper makes one but you are limited to mainly edges.
Cy Galley - Chair,
AirVenture Emergency Aircraft Repair
A Service Project of Chapter 75
EAA Safety Programs Editor - TC
EAA Sport Pilot
----- Original Message -----
From: "nick pace" <asknickp@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 9:26 AM
Subject: Zenith-List: Hole Punch
> --> Zenith-List message posted by: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
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> Just curios,why cant you use an aircraft hole punch to
> make the rivit holes.It seems like it would eliminate
> de-burring.Forgive me if this topic has been covered
> in the past.
>
> "THIS is the golden age of aviation"
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> A Fellow Aviator
> Nick Pace
> Harpers Ferry WV
> Building a 601XL #5607
> Corvair Powered
> {Rudder almost done}
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| Subject: | Re: Gas Tank Cleaning |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "steveadams" <dr_steve_adams@yahoo.com>
I set the tank so the hole for the fuel sender hole was the low point. Then I got
a hose and sprayed the heck out of the inside of the tank through the fill
opening. I haven't found a sliver of metal at all in the finger screen, gascolator,
or sumping the tanks in 125 hours. It seems to me it would be pretty hard
to get everything out trying to sponge out the inside with something. If your
worried about water in the tank, you can blow the inside with a hair dryer until
completely dry when you're done, then tape all the openings until all fittings
etc are installed.
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=5007#5007
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: Carlos Sa <carlosfsa@yahoo.com>
Gordon, may I suggest you take a look at Michel's web site:
http://mthobby.pcperfect.com/ch601/chowings5.htm
About half way down the page he shows his approach to grounding the tank.
I intend to do the same.
Carlos
Gordon <cscsail@gmavt.net> a crit : --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Gordon"
Thanks for the input. I replaced the split paper washers and I have no leaks, as
long as I don't put a grounding lug under the screw head. The washers I was
provided are made of a thin gasket material with the integrity of heavy paper,
and can only be snugged, or they will split.
The problem I see with using these sending units is trying to ground them properly.
The units appear (when checked with an ohm meter) to have good continuity
between them and the grounded tank --without a grounding wire and lug under a
screw. ...
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: <dredmoody@cox.net>
Punches leave burs too but they vcan be used in place of drilling as long as you
debur.
Ed Moody II
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> From: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
> Date: 2006/01/18 Wed AM 10:26:28 EST
> To: zenith-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Zenith-List: Hole Punch
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> --> Zenith-List message posted by: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
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> Just curios,why cant you use an aircraft hole punch to
> make the rivit holes.It seems like it would eliminate
> de-burring.Forgive me if this topic has been covered
> in the past.
>
> "THIS is the golden age of aviation"
>
> A Fellow Aviator
> Nick Pace
> Harpers Ferry WV
> Building a 601XL #5607
> Corvair Powered
> {Rudder almost done}
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| Subject: | Re: leaky screws |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: Don Mountain <mountain4don@yahoo.com>
Hello Gordon,
I just got finished installing my VDO sending unit in one of my tanks also,
but have not filled it yet. I noticed that you apparently put the paper washer
between the screw head and the ring terminal, with the ring terminal now touching
the face of the sender plate. According to the instruction manual, on
page 6-K-1B page 12 of 12, top right hand corner of the page, the washer goes
under the ring terminal next to the plate. Not like you described below.
Also the screw is threading into the steel plate on the inside of the tank,
pressed pretty hard against the aluminum skin, and making a really good electrical
grounding connection there.
Don
601 XL, tail done, working on wings
Thanks for the input. I replaced the split paper washers and I have no leaks,
as long as I don't put a grounding lug under the screw head. The washers I
was provided are made of a thin gasket material with the integrity of heavy paper,
and can only be snugged, or they will split.
The problem I see with using these sending units is trying to ground them properly.
The units appear (when checked with an ohm meter) to have good continuity
between them and the grounded tank --without a grounding wire and lug under
a screw. For this to be the case, the edge of the screws probably makes contact
with the edge of the holes in the sender since the screw heads are insulated
from the surface with the paper washers--hardly a reliable bond, more
like an accident. If I add a grounding lug so that it is resting on top of the
sender and making good contact with the case and have a washer between it and
the head of the screw, I will have a leak around the grounding lug. I could
use permatex or similar goo, but I think it probably defeats the ability of
the grounding lug to form a reliable bond. I may be over analyzing this problem,
but it just seems like a bad installation. The units should probably have
a tab soldered right to the case for proper bondin
g or
copper cr!
ush washers may be the answer.
Still thinking about it,
Gordon
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| Subject: | Re: leaky screws |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Gordon" <cscsail@gmavt.net>
Don,
Your right that the steel baking plate is well grounded to the inside of
the tank and the screws themselves are now well bonded but there is no real
bond to the sending unit because it is isolated by the rubber gasket and
unless the screw touch the unit as they pass through the holes it is
isolated. Running a ground wire to the screw and isolating it from the
sending unit with a washer defeats the purpose of the ground wire. I think
Michel has the right idea, but a more appropriate sending unit with a
grounding lug would probably be the best solution.
Gordon
----- Original Message -----
From: "Don Mountain" <mountain4don@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 1:59 PM
Subject: Re: Zenith-List: leaky screws
> --> Zenith-List message posted by: Don Mountain <mountain4don@yahoo.com>
>
> Hello Gordon,
>
> I just got finished installing my VDO sending unit in one of my tanks
also, but have not filled it yet. I noticed that you apparently put the
paper washer between the screw head and the ring terminal, with the ring
terminal now touching the face of the sender plate. According to the
instruction manual, on page 6-K-1B page 12 of 12, top right hand corner of
the page, the washer goes under the ring terminal next to the plate. Not
like you described below. Also the screw is threading into the steel plate
on the inside of the tank, pressed pretty hard against the aluminum skin,
and making a really good electrical grounding connection there.
>
> Don
> 601 XL, tail done, working on wings
>
> Thanks for the input. I replaced the split paper washers and I have no
leaks, as long as I don't put a grounding lug under the screw head. The
washers I was provided are made of a thin gasket material with the
integrity of heavy paper, and can only be snugged, or they will split.
>
> The problem I see with using these sending units is trying to ground
them properly. The units appear (when checked with an ohm meter) to have
good continuity between them and the grounded tank --without a grounding
wire and lug under a screw. For this to be the case, the edge of the screws
probably makes contact with the edge of the holes in the sender since the
screw heads are insulated from the surface with the paper washers--hardly a
reliable bond, more like an accident. If I add a grounding lug so that it
is resting on top of the sender and making good contact with the case and
have a washer between it and the head of the screw, I will have a leak
around the grounding lug. I could use permatex or similar goo, but I think
it probably defeats the ability of the grounding lug to form a reliable
bond. I may be over analyzing this problem, but it just seems like a bad
installation. The units should probably have a tab soldered right to the
case for proper bondin
> g or
> copper cr!
>
> ush washers may be the answer.
>
> Still thinking about it,
>
> Gordon
>
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ASAP.
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: "kevinbonds" <kevinbonds@comcast.net>
I have had one for a while. I have yet to use it. It will not allow me to
punch over a flange. Therefore it has limited uses.
Kevin Bonds
Nashville TN
601XL Corvair powered; Plans building.
Empennage done; working on wings and engine.
http://home.comcast.net/~kevinbonds
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-zenith-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-zenith-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of nick pace
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 9:26 AM
Subject: Zenith-List: Hole Punch
--> Zenith-List message posted by: nick pace <asknickp@yahoo.com>
Just curios,why cant you use an aircraft hole punch to
make the rivit holes.It seems like it would eliminate
de-burring.Forgive me if this topic has been covered
in the past.
"THIS is the golden age of aviation"
A Fellow Aviator
Nick Pace
Harpers Ferry WV
Building a 601XL #5607
Corvair Powered
{Rudder almost done}
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| Subject: | Re: Gas Tank Cleaning |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Matt & Jo" <archermj@swbell.net>
I ended up putting masking tape partially over the sender hole. Then I blew
air through a long extender wand from my compressor. I pushed it through
the filler hole. I kept moving the wand on compressor at different angles
and positions and held the tank so the sender hole was at the bottom. I
also closed up the other outlets and stuffed a rag in the filler hole. I
also blew air through the vent tubes. I changed the tape about every 5
minutes. It really surprised me how long it took to come up clean on the
masking tape. About 45 minutes.
You can take a look at my website.
http://www.zodiacxl.com/Left%20Wing%20pt3.htm
Good Luck
Matt Archer
www.zodiacxl.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Don Mountain" <mountain4don@yahoo.com>
> I cut the hole for the fuel level indicator in my gas tank, and ended up
> having to file a little to get it to fit. Now I have to clean out the
> filings from inside the tank. Anybody have some good ideas? I tried a
> small vacume cleaner, but couldn't get them all.
>
> Don
> 601 XL, tail done, working on wings
>
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| Subject: | Crosswind - The Last Flight |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Dave Zilz" <z4t143@hotmail.com>
My Friends and Family -
Today was the day we pilots all anticipate, but are never really ready for.
At 4000 ft and 3-5 miles east of Greensfield, Crosswind N143ZT lost all fuel pressure
and the engine stopped. Although I could see the airport, I was too far
to make the runway and had to select a field.
After selecting the field, I tried to start the engine several times, changed fuel
tanks, turned on the electric fuel pump, followed all the procedures, but
still no fuel pressure, and hence, no fuel to the engine.
Unfortunately, there was a tree row at the edge of the field and power lines above
the trees, which I didn't see until it was too late, I chose the trees instead
of the power line.
The result was that I walked away without a scratch (a miracle), but Crosswind
is ... well see for yourself.
In case you're wondering, there was plenty of fuel still on the plane and after
I collected my thoughts, I tried the fuel pump again on the ground and it produced
fuel pressure. Additional investigation will hopefully define what caused
the original problem.
Following is a copy of some text from our website and the reason that we call our
plane "Crosswind". Today, I am convinced that "Cross Control" was in full
force:
"Cross Control" is a technique that some pilots use to keep the nose of the airplane
pointed straight down the runway when the wind is trying to blow the plane
off course. Dropping the windward wing and applying opposite rudder feels
un-natural at first, but with practice becomes a technique that pilots trust in
to bring them a perfect landing even during rough weather. Our family applies
another form of "Cross Control" to hold course even when winds of life try
to blow us away from our intended direction. We use the Cross of Jesus Christ.
-DTBR
Life is filled with peaks and valleys. Our reaction to each defines who we are.
This past week I have had both, peaks and valleys. I have been defined by
the name that was given to me at my Baptism. I am a Christian. Today, Christ
was there to protect my body. Although my spirit is bruised by this disappointment,
He is here now and will be here in the future to carry me through this
disappointment and on to new mountain top experiences.
Dave
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| Subject: | Crosswind - The Last Flight |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Dave Zilz" <z4t143@hotmail.com>
My Friends and Family -
Today was the day we pilots all anticipate, but are never really ready for.
At 4000 ft and 3-5 miles east of Greensfield, Crosswind N143ZT lost all fuel pressure
and the engine stopped. Although I could see the airport, I was too far
to make the runway and had to select a field.
After selecting the field, I tried to start the engine several times, changed fuel
tanks, turned on the electric fuel pump, followed all the procedures, but
still no fuel pressure, and hence, no fuel to the engine.
Unfortunately, there was a tree row at the edge of the field and power lines above
the trees, which I didn't see until it was too late, I chose the trees instead
of the power line.
The result was that I walked away without a scratch (a miracle), but Crosswind
is ... well see for yourself.
In case you're wondering, there was plenty of fuel still on the plane and after
I collected my thoughts, I tried the fuel pump again on the ground and it produced
fuel pressure. Additional investigation will hopefully define what caused
the original problem.
Following is a copy of some text from our website and the reason that we call our
plane "Crosswind". Today, I am convinced that "Cross Control" was in full
force:
"Cross Control" is a technique that some pilots use to keep the nose of the airplane
pointed straight down the runway when the wind is trying to blow the plane
off course. Dropping the windward wing and applying opposite rudder feels
un-natural at first, but with practice becomes a technique that pilots trust in
to bring them a perfect landing even during rough weather. Our family applies
another form of "Cross Control" to hold course even when winds of life try
to blow us away from our intended direction. We use the Cross of Jesus Christ.
-DTBR
Life is filled with peaks and valleys. Our reaction to each defines who we are.
This past week I have had both, peaks and valleys. I have been defined by
the name that was given to me at my Baptism. I am a Christian. Today, Christ
was there to protect my body. Although my spirit is bruised by this disappointment,
He is here now and will be here in the future to carry me through this
disappointment and on to new mountain top experiences.
Dave
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| Subject: | N143ZT - First Flight Day 14 Jan 2006 |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Garrou, Douglas" <dgarrou@hunton.com>
Absolutely outstanding! The plane looks great.
We must have more details!!! :)
Cheers
Doug
Project801
www.garrou.com
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-----Original Message-----
From: "Dave Zilz" <z4t143@hotmail.com>
Subject: Zenith-List: N143ZT - First Flight Day 14 Jan 2006
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Dave Zilz" <z4t143@hotmail.com>
Today was an awesome day at Greensfield (M71)! It was First Flight Day for
our CH-801 project plane.
Check out our photos at:
http://community.webshots.com/album/543299558OVHjOs
Dave Zilz
N143ZT
Greensfield - Hangar 17
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| Subject: | Re: leaky screws |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: N5SL <nfivesl@yahoo.com>
Grounding contact is definitely a problem with these
senders. I found that the little tab (as shown in
Michel's photos) was not making a good contact with
the plate. I ended up welding the leg to the round
plate and this solved the problem. It was when I was
learning to gas weld and this was a perfect
application. Here's a photo or two:
http://www.cooknwithgas.com/3_04_03_Sender2.JPG
http://www.cooknwithgas.com/3_5_03_SenderParts.JPG
If you are getting good contact now, there is a chance
that in time the connection could get loose and lose
continuity. That's why I welded it.
I hope this helps,
Scott Laughlin
www.cooknwithgas.com
--- Carlos Sa <carlosfsa@yahoo.com> wrote:
> --> Zenith-List message posted by: Carlos Sa
> <carlosfsa@yahoo.com>
>
> Gordon, may I suggest you take a look at Michel's
> web site:
> http://mthobby.pcperfect.com/ch601/chowings5.htm
> About half way down the page he shows his approach
> to grounding the tank.
> I intend to do the same.
>
> Carlos
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| Subject: | Re: Crosswind - The Last Flight |
--> Zenith-List message posted by: NYTerminat@aol.com
Dave'
I am so sorry for your engine out. Praise the Lord that you are safe. Thank
you for your testimony as I too am a Christian. Lord willing I will be making
my 1st flight in N701ZX a 701 with a Rotax 912S tomorrow. What was the engine
out glide like? Did you have much range? Could it have been icing?
God Bless
Bob Spudis
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In a message dated 1/18/2006 9:28:17 PM Eastern Standard Time,
z4t143@hotmail.com writes:
My Friends and Family -
Today was the day we pilots all anticipate, but are never really ready for.
At 4000 ft and 3-5 miles east of Greensfield, Crosswind N143ZT lost all fuel
pressure and the engine stopped. Although I could see the airport, I was too
far to make the runway and had to select a field.
After selecting the field, I tried to start the engine several times, changed
fuel tanks, turned on the electric fuel pump, followed all the procedures,
but still no fuel pressure, and hence, no fuel to the engine.
Unfortunately, there was a tree row at the edge of the field and power lines
above the trees, which I didn't see until it was too late, I chose the trees
instead of the power line.
The result was that I walked away without a scratch (a miracle), but
Crosswind is ... well see for yourself.
In case you're wondering, there was plenty of fuel still on the plane and
after I collected my thoughts, I tried the fuel pump again on the ground and it
produced fuel pressure. Additional investigation will hopefully define what
caused the original problem.
Following is a copy of some text from our website and the reason that we call
our plane "Crosswind". Today, I am convinced that "Cross Control" was in
full force:
"Cross Control" is a technique that some pilots use to keep the nose of the
airplane pointed straight down the runway when the wind is trying to blow the
plane off course. Dropping the windward wing and applying opposite rudder
feels un-natural at first, but with practice becomes a technique that pilots trust
in to bring them a perfect landing even during rough weather. Our family
applies another form of "Cross Control" to hold course even when winds of life
try to blow us away from our intended direction. We use the Cross of Jesus
Christ.
-DTBR
Life is filled with peaks and valleys. Our reaction to each defines who we
are. This past week I have had both, peaks and valleys. I have been defined
by the name that was given to me at my Baptism. I am a Christian. Today,
Christ was there to protect my body. Although my spirit is bruised by this
disappointment, He is here now and will be here in the future to carry me through
this disappointment and on to new mountain top experiences.
Dave
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--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Don Walker" <d3dw@msn.com>
I'm glad you are okay!!
That is most certainly a reason for gratitude and reflection. Been there, twice.
----- "Although my spirit is bruised by this" -----
BUT, I don't think the spirit gets bruised...though egos do.
However, your writing is technically pretty good. I bet you had a nicely built
plane. That is a bummer. don
do not archive
From: Dave Zilz<mailto:z4t143@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 8:25 PM
Subject: Zenith-List: Crosswind - The Last Flight
--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Dave Zilz" <z4t143@hotmail.com<mailto:z4t143@hotmail.com>>
My Friends and Family -
Today was the day we pilots all anticipate, but are never really ready for.
At 4000 ft and 3-5 miles east of Greensfield, Crosswind N143ZT lost all fuel
pressure and the engine stopped. Although I could see the airport, I was too
far to make the runway and had to select a field.
After selecting the field, I tried to start the engine several times, changed
fuel tanks, turned on the electric fuel pump, followed all the procedures, but
still no fuel pressure, and hence, no fuel to the engine.
Unfortunately, there was a tree row at the edge of the field and power lines
above the trees, which I didn't see until it was too late, I chose the trees instead
of the power line.
The result was that I walked away without a scratch (a miracle), but Crosswind
is ... well see for yourself.
In case you're wondering, there was plenty of fuel still on the plane and after
I collected my thoughts, I tried the fuel pump again on the ground and it produced
fuel pressure. Additional investigation will hopefully define what caused
the original problem.
Following is a copy of some text from our website and the reason that we call
our plane "Crosswind". Today, I am convinced that "Cross Control" was in full
force:
"Cross Control" is a technique that some pilots use to keep the nose of the airplane
pointed straight down the runway when the wind is trying to blow the plane
off course. Dropping the windward wing and applying opposite rudder feels
un-natural at first, but with practice becomes a technique that pilots trust
in to bring them a perfect landing even during rough weather. Our family applies
another form of "Cross Control" to hold course even when winds of life try
to blow us away from our intended direction. We use the Cross of Jesus Christ.
-DTBR
Life is filled with peaks and valleys. Our reaction to each defines who we are.
This past week I have had both, peaks and valleys. I have been defined by
the name that was given to me at my Baptism. I am a Christian. Today, Christ
was there to protect my body. Although my spirit is bruised by this disappointment,
He is here now and will be here in the future to carry me through this
disappointment and on to new mountain top experiences.
Dave
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