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by Elite773
Sat Dec 05, 2015 7:58 pm
Forum: All Models
Topic: Discoloration under protective film
Replies: 5
Views: 1541

Re: Discoloration under protective film

If you haven't seen other posts, get yourself several different diameters and lengths of PVC pipe, it works great in removing plastic. Just work up a corner, wrap around the pipe, and start rolling. Much easier than pulling with your fingers. Best, Jerry Or you can get a length of steel rod small e...
by Elite773
Fri Feb 13, 2015 7:21 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: rivet size question
Replies: 10
Views: 2369

Re: rivet size question

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17670 65A Avenue #101
Surrey, BC V3S 5N4
by Elite773
Sat Dec 27, 2014 7:47 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Electronic "mags"
Replies: 20
Views: 4658

Re: Electronic "mags"

We got 200 hrs out of a set of NGK BR8ES with the plasma III.
by Elite773
Wed Dec 17, 2014 12:45 pm
Forum: All Models
Topic: Fuel System Questions
Replies: 21
Views: 4662

Re: Fuel System Questions

It is the lowest point in the system except on the ground where there is about six inches of line in front of the carry-through which may hold a teaspoon full. If there was any water there it would be in the gascolator on the check and so would never get to the engine. I used to have a 172 parked ou...
by Elite773
Wed Dec 17, 2014 7:42 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Electronic "mags"
Replies: 20
Views: 4658

Re: Electronic "mags"

[quote="Walter Klatt"] "but then you better be sure you have it all figured out as far battery back-ups and fail safe cut-overs."[quote]

One 6 pound sealed battery with the appropriate diode does the trick I think. About the same wt as one mag?
by Elite773
Tue Dec 16, 2014 9:24 pm
Forum: All Models
Topic: Electronic "mags"
Replies: 20
Views: 4658

Re: Electronic "mags"

We installed dual electronic ignition. It was part of a master plan that fit well with an efis. I could only justify not having a magneto by having a back up battery. You don't need much but I would say a minimum of an hour. The weight of the electronic ignition and the backup battery isn't any more...
by Elite773
Mon Mar 17, 2014 6:46 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: DAR Recommendation
Replies: 1
Views: 648

Re: DAR Recommendation

All good. In fact better than good.

Bob
773E
Fort Langley
by Elite773
Fri Feb 28, 2014 8:49 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Invitation
Replies: 22
Views: 157654

Re: Invitation

I no way did I mean to criticize Mike Davis on the site. I do appreciate the work he has done and have even donated a small amount. There are healthy and operating sites like Superclub.org that charge an annual fee. The point is that it should not all fall on one or two volunteers and then maybe som...
by Elite773
Mon Feb 24, 2014 10:57 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Invitation
Replies: 22
Views: 157654

Re: Invitation

This site needs significant upgrades and someone who is willing to do that.

Bob.
by Elite773
Sun Sep 15, 2013 4:45 pm
Forum: All Models
Topic: A new Elite Flys
Replies: 6
Views: 1741

Re: A new Elite Flys

It looks very nicely done. Congratulations!

Bob.
by Elite773
Sat Jun 01, 2013 6:33 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Anti-Corrosion Options
Replies: 22
Views: 4848

Re: Anti-Corrosion Options

G'day Guys ! So - WHERE is the best place to buy "Corrosion X" in bulk - for spraying then ??? ( I see that AS&S has aerosol cans .... But I didn't see any "bulk containers" if it anywhere !?! ) ( mind you - I'm renowned for having "boy looks" as She who must be obeyed" keeps pointing out ... :-( Bi...
by Elite773
Thu May 30, 2013 8:04 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Anti-Corrosion Options
Replies: 22
Views: 4848

Re: Anti-Corrosion Options

I once did a tube fuselage in epoxy primer (Stits) immediately after sandblasting thinking it would last a long time. I saw the aircraft about ten years later sitting near Boundary Bay on wheels. I was very disappointed in the results. Even though that stuff sticks amazingly well it is not immune to...
by Elite773
Wed Jan 02, 2013 7:41 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Moose/SR/Elite Stabilizer Hinge Mod
Replies: 16
Views: 3144

Re: Moose/SR/Elite Stabilizer Hinge Mod

Eric,
How do you like that MT prop? Do you have that on floats?
I would like to get something better than our 72" Hartzell. The MT looks tempting but a lot of money.

Bob.
by Elite773
Mon Oct 29, 2012 11:34 am
Forum: All Models
Topic: Windshield Defrost
Replies: 1
Views: 834

Re: Windshield Defrost

The 3.5" computer bun fans (12v) work great as defoggers but a little less than enough for effective radio rack cooling.
by Elite773
Wed Oct 10, 2012 9:22 pm
Forum: All Models
Topic: Steam gauges versus EFIS
Replies: 10
Views: 2333

Re: Steam gauges versus EFIS

We are using two 10" Dynon, not because we have money to burn but because were are running dual electronic ignition. The whole package we have fits together with complete redundancy and with the added benefit of an overall weight saving (including the standby battery). We have our own standby batter...