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1. 07:14 AM - CO (BobbyPaulk@comcast.net)
2. 10:57 AM - Re: CO (aprazer)
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Chad,
I am still flying regularly when weather permits. CO is present but seems to be
manageable.
I can smell exhaust but the indicator is staying clear. I have been on several
flights of an hour or more without being lightheaded or seen any indication of
CO on the card. I try to stay aware of the situation as much as possible. The
extension on the exhaust seemed to have helped a lot. I also installed boots
around my steering rods that a friend sewed for several 601 drivers. I still have
not sealed around the canopy real tightly because it makes it hard to latch.
I will keep you posted if any progress is made.
Thanks for your concern and help,
Bobby ( age 75 )
Zodiac 601 XL "B"
Jabiru 3300 S/N 1141
Sensenich 64" x 51" Prop
Bing Carb 260 Main & 290 Needle Jet
Status - Flying 203 hrs.
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Bobby,
I'm am the victim of carbon monoxide poisoning! Many years ago while driving an
Austin Healey across the Snake River Plain in one of Idaho's famous snow storms
- the muffler fell off after hitting a chuck-hole left by road construction.
I elected to continue driving and soon after the next thing I remember was a state
cop trying to wake us - thinking that we were drunk!
This Healey, being a rag-top, had more air leaks than a sieve - I and my Mother
were dressed in our ski togs, had the heater turned up full force, etc...
Excerpts from Wipeka: "Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless
gas that is slightly less dense than air. It is toxic to humans and animals
when encountered in higher concentrations.
The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may resemble other types
of poisonings and infections, including symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting,
dizziness, fatigue, and a feeling of weakness. Affected families often
believe they are victims of food poisoning. Infants may be irritable and feed
poorly. Neurological signs include confusion, disorientation, visual disturbance,
syncope and seizures".
I've been told by several Doctors that once knocked out by CO, a person has less
tolerance and is more susceptible to a recurrence with the slightest exposure.
I hope that by sharing my story that all of you take heed by correcting your CO
problems!
Mack
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The poh-oh-unemployed farm boy from Idaho
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