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  1. EDMO added a topic in Technical tasks   

    wingtip strobes??
    Been a long time since I looked at them, but I have a set of wingtip position lights which someone converted to strobes probably using a conversion kit.
    The bulb is not a flash tube, but is a small bulb, and if I remember right, has a flat looking filament.
    I never had the power supply for these, and now am wondering what brand and what type of power supply could be used for them.
    If anyone has knowledge of what they might be, or the power pak for them, I would like to know.
    I might be able to dig them out and post a photo.
    What markings might be on the bulbs, if any?
    Thanks,
    EDMO
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  2. EDMO added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Most of the 500 series thread-sealers are the best I have found, and you can use them on aluminum too.
    The only difference between my 545 and the 567/579 is the temperature rating for the last two is a little higher, like 400F and 300F.
    The low-numbered sealers 500-501, etc, are anerobic, and only used on metal to metal fittings. The mid to high 500 numbers can be used for any material.
    EDMO
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  3. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Fittings into this polyethylene tanks leaking has been a common gripe for the Kitfoxers for ever, it seams.

    Phuque it. We started on an aluminum tank today. That won't leak from the fittings. Period.
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  4. EDMO added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Leni,
    glad to hear it is the header tank fittings leaking, and not the tanks - at least it can be fixed. Got to look at specs on Loctite 567 or 579 - might be better with plastic than my 545
    EDMO
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  5. FoxDB added a post in a topic Bush Gear Suspension   

    I would go with bungies like the Highlander Gear.
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  6. akflyer added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    I will order some up for the next time I have the bird in the garage.
     

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  7. Geoffrey Thorpe added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Loctite 567.  Will make you one happy camper.
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  8. akflyer added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    it is hard to get the ideal position.  my extended baggage is made out of aluminum so I have a good ground plane.  I think a poor ground plane would be better than a busted off external antenna laying in the dirt under your balled up aircraft.
     

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  9. thebriman added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Wow thats not bad.  When I built my gear, I elected to have it powder coated.  150 bones.  Guy said that the cost was to fire the burner in the oven more than the size of the workpiece sprayed.    
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  10. akflyer added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Ed, the header tanks are a real bitch to seal up the threaded connections.  I used fuel lube the first time, then a few other things.  The permatex gasket sealant seems to be doing the trick this time.  I had to replace most of the fittings with various abortions to get the treads to seal.  home made fender washers, rubber gaskets etc.  Some get lucky and they work good, others have dealt with drips and weeps.
     

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  11. KFfan added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    Pointing up or down has no effect. The tubing however does. One thing to be mindful of is the reflected power from the tubing to the antenna. The vast majority of people do not consider this reflected power. Also, in fabric covered ships we want a effective ground plane constructed of a metalic material. Thin aluminum will suffice, even foil will work. The material must provide continuity to the "ground" side of the antenna to be effective. The manual I posted calls out a 36" circular coverage. No matter how you dice it, "ideal" is difficult to achive in our chosen vehicles.
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  12. EDMO added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Where did your tank leak? I haven't heard of the headers leaking.
    EDMO
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  13. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Yes. Kitfox does show the header tank behind the seat bulkhead. That's where my baggage are is now, so it's going in front of the bulkhead directly behind the seat pan. It's really designed to fit there anyway. We did a pressure test on the tank and lines, and just like everyone else the tank leaks. So I'm going to use it as a pattern and build an aluminum one.

    The cutouts easily took half the weight away from the side panels. I'll weigh it when finished.
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  14. EDMO added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    I was planning to mount my antenna where the tubes make a "V" just behind the cabin and under the turtledeck, but wondered if the steel tubing surrounding it might block the signal, especially upside down?EDMO
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  15. EDMO added a post in a topic Prop went through the roof   

    Boat,
    You got any photos of the plane / plane & trailer to post?
    EDMO
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  16. EDMO added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Larry,
    You got a bargain!
    Wondering about that header tank - Shouldn't it be behind the cabin tubes? At least that is what Kitfox shows.
    How much did the bag comp weigh before lightening? - and waiting for after weight.
    EDMO
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  17. Av8r3400 added a post in a topic Classic IV Restoration   

    Remember that baggage box?  Well, it's getting modded a little to lighten it.  To keep things from falling out it will also get some upholstery on the inside...
     

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  18. C5Engineer added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    I built a panel and mounted my antenna facing straight down inside the fuse. Most taildraggers seem to wind up on their backs in an accident. A couple old timers suggested the antenna be protected inside the fuse.

    Edit I just noticed I was a page behind on replies when I posted.
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  19. akflyer added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    Some heli ELTS have been installed in planes.. the heli ELT mounts different due to the way they tend to fall out of the air and I think it will activate pretty much no matter how you hit the ground.  The airplane ELT's will only activate from a forward crash, always, sometimes, maybe, except.. as in they have proven to be less than reliable as the G switches have been prone to failure.  Its always best to have a panel mounted remote that you can push the button on just prior to hitting terra firma.  That way you dont have to worry about the G switch not activating.
     

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  20. KFfan added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    Thanks guys!
     
    I hadn't given much thought to mine...before I began the investigation. The mount for it is affixed to a fuse tube on the right side aft of the seat. Yep, it is mounted vertical.  One more thing to tend to prior to getting in the air this spring.  I'm getting ready to remove the 582 to have it gone through and at least having the seals replaced. To the best of my knowledge it hasn't been touched in 253 hours over nearly 15 years. The hoses have been replaced. The seller, who did not fly it, advised to look at the Bings. He was running it and one of them overflowed. I communicated with the prior flying owner and he confirmed he had instances of an overflow as well. Logs were water damaged and "destroyed". Too many unanswered questions in my mind. Good that I have experience buying used vehicles...
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  21. akflyer added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    I have mine mounted on its side pointed forwards and the external ELT antenna mounted inside the fuse in the extendwed baggage.. most ELT antennas get torn off when the plane flips upside down and while the pilot may head the ELT going off in his headset, its not getting out to the rest of the world.  I know a few people who spent days wondering why no one showed up, then it dawned on them, they pulled it and put the portable antenna on it and low and behold they had planes circling overhead in a few hours.
     

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  22. EDMO added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    Good Post - Maybe should be relabeled and put into Files and Forms.
    Thanks,
    EDMO
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  23. KFfan added a post in a topic Over 1000 members!   

    After reading TJay's response, I began to question the validity of my advise.
    I researched my ELT which is a Ameri-King 450 121.5/243.0 MHZ model.
    The installation instructions for this unit specifically state the antenna is to be mounted in a vertical orientation. Mounting the unit with the arrow pointing forward is also specified. This is because of the automatic activation feature of the unit in the event of an impact. That makes me suspect that units mounted in a vertical configuration may not activate properly. It also states the flexible antenna is only to be used for portable operation. I have attached the ELT manual for any who wish to read it. I've also included AC 91-44A that relates to operational & maintenance practices for Emergency Locator Transmitters & Receivers.
    02 IM 450 Rev A Installation Manual.pdf
    ac_91-44a.pdf
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  24. akflyer added a post in a topic Bush Gear Suspension   

      I am pretty sure he saw it
     

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  25. EDMO added a post in a topic Bush Gear Suspension   

    You might want to compare your print for the engine mount to some mount for an 0-200 where it attaches to the engine - the 0-200 uses larger, Lord mount, rubbers - The C-65 uses smaller ones.
    Or, you can put bushings in the engine holes.
    (Just in case you missed my earlier post)
    EDMO
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