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  1. C5Engineer added a post in a topic New float plane needs a 670   

    I ran a 70" tapered tip warp with a 2.62:1 Box for 300 hrs. Great combination!
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  2. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic New float plane needs a 670   

     
    Don't think you can use the same prop on a pusher that was used on a tractor application.  Not unless you are using an engine that turns opposite direction.....  Jim Chuk
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  3. 1avidflyer added a post in a topic Avid Heavy Hauler 1200 lb GW?   

    Not so fast!  )  I would be interested in the answer you found.  Can you tell us what the thread was that you found?  Thanks,  Jim Chuk
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  4. dynomike added a post in a topic New float plane needs a 670   

    I bet it will to ed,that's the same engine as the m8 snowmobile isn't it.
    I am in need of a rotax c gear box if any has one otherwise ill have to buy a new one. ithink the 2.62 ratio ?anybody know .ill be using the 70" 
    warp drive that came of my avid.
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  5. nlappos added a post in a topic Avid Heavy Hauler 1200 lb GW?   

    My apologies, I found a great thread that answered this in detail, and the owner responded in detail, so disregard. I'd delete the question if I could figure out how!
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  6. nlappos added a topic in Avid Flyer General Hangar   

    Avid Heavy Hauler 1200 lb GW?
    I am looking at an amateur built Avid Bandit built in '95 that had "every update to make it a heavy hauler" added during build, like 7/8" struts and HH spars. Would that allow it to have a 1200 lb MGW, which is what it is stated as having?  Thanks!
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  7. William Davis added a post in a topic Avid model C turtle deck pictures needed...   

       That would be very much appreciated!
      
    Hi EDMO ive considered going full lexan but decided that will add extra time and money and I really want to fly. Perhaps I will do that as a mod once flying.

    Thanks for all the responses,
    Bill
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  8. EDMO added a post in a topic Avid model C turtle deck pictures needed...   

    I don't know much about the different Avid models, but from what I have read, you might be a lot happier with the full Lexan or at least the solid Lexan top - I've heard lots of comments about the ones with hinges leaking.
    EDMO
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  9. C5Engineer added a post in a topic Avid model C turtle deck pictures needed...   

    I have one in the backyard from my barn find. I will post pics tomorrow too when it's daylight.
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  10. dav8or added a post in a topic Avid model C turtle deck pictures needed...   

    I can take photos of mine this weekend but I am not sure if that will help. My hangar mate also has a C model and his stiffeners are located differently than mine. Mine may have been altered by the original builder to install large windows in the turtle deck.
     
    I actually want to replace my turtle deck with a single piece tinted lexan part like I have seen others do.
     
    Dan
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  11. EDMO added a post in a topic New float plane needs a 670   

    If Leni could get his 800 going, it should have a float takeoff like JATO!
    EDMO
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  12. EDMO added a post in a topic wingtip strobes??   

    I will post a photo when I can get to them - they are in a box in my shed - right now we have 3 inches of icy snow and more is predicted tonight, with next three days of freezing rain, sleet, snow - temps around 8F and wind chill below zero.
    This aint Alaska! I left my Sorrels and my grippers up there.
    EDMO
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  13. Xengineguy added a post in a topic Warp drive hub 912 rotax   

    You might want to check the bolt pattern, 2 different for the 912 . Early 912 are a little different at least on the big bolt circle.
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  14. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Air Frame Sand Blaster   

    They used Aluminum Oxide blast on my airframe.  SInce it is softer than the base metal, theoretically it should not damage the underlaying good metal.
     
    Be sure you have enough compressor not to get moisture through the blaster.  That can cause embedded rust to form, meaning constant corrosion issues in the future.
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  15. RDavidson added a post in a topic Bush Gear Suspension   

    I think Joey's new gear is going to be great.

    I went with a Hydrosorb system on my Magnum...Joey looked into it and the guy just wants too much money! The suspension costs more than the gear. If a guy had a manufacturing connection for the urethane pucks it would be a simple suspension to make.
    I took the flaming wallet approach and bought a set, I'm not flying my Magnum yet, but I like the idea of not having to worry about bungees and having to change them out.
    Here is the link to my Magnum gear...
    http://www.avidfoxflyers.com/index.php?/topic/1515-magnums-with-airdale-bush-gear/

    Ron
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  16. William Davis added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Avid model C turtle deck pictures needed...
    Hi all I'm working on a recently purchased avid model c and currently working on the turtle deck. Unfortunately my manual does not tell me where to rivet the stiffeners to the turtle deck. Can someone direct me with some photos or info?

    Thanks much,
    Bill
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  17. Guest added a post in a topic Air Frame Sand Blaster   

    Ihave experience with the HF soda blaster. OK for the money. Did the job, but it needs a lot of air volume and tends to be a bit finicky(sp)? Prolly do well on paint, but I bet would struggle with powder coat.
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  18. akflyer added a post in a topic wingtip strobes??   

    can you post a picture of your lights, or the fixtures?
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  19. EDMO added a post in a topic Air Frame Sand Blaster   

    If it has rust, then it is steel - use aluminum oxide media on it for easiest cleaning - However I have seen play sand used, but you have to screen it first to get the rocks out. A large tarp can catch the media and you can reuse it. Primer Paint asap.
    Aluminum sheet needs plastic beads to clean it.
    Harbor Freight has a small self-contained blasting unit for $35 that I have been considering trying, as it would be easier to use than hooking up the big compressor to the pressure tank blaster - don't know how well it will work tho.

    EDMO
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  20. lv2plyguitar added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Air Frame Sand Blaster
    Hi,
     
    Do any of you see issue with using a sand blaster on an airframe.  I know I can run different media through it.  What is your suggestions.  I have lots of minor surface spots of rust on my airframe. 
     
    Thanks

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  21. EDMO added a post in a topic wingtip strobes??   

    I checked Spruce and their set has flash tubes - This set must be old - well, I got it used about 20 years ago. Waiting for some other "oldtimer" to remember the strobe bulbs with filaments in it!
    The power paks for them may all be in the junkyard?
    EDMO
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  22. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Warp drive hub 912 rotax   

    Is it the plate style or the aluminum style?
     
    Like this?

     
     
    Or like this?
     

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  23. akflyer added a post in a topic wingtip strobes??   

    ok, I got ya now.
     

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  24. Cropduster13 added a post in a topic Warp drive hub 912 rotax   

    forgot to put my number 915-861-9538
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  25. Cropduster13 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Warp drive hub 912 rotax
    warp drive hub old style triangle no blade's hub in good shape.make me an offer.
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