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  1. birddog486 added a post in a topic Avid 912 Muffler   

    Sold
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  2. birddog486 added a post in a topic Avid 912 Muffler   

    Sorry, All I have is the muffler. I reused the pipes on my new setup.
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  3. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Avid 912 Muffler
    Original from the factory, Rotax 912 Muffler. Exhaust pipe size is 1.250" Tail pipe is 1.75" and muffler OD is 4"
     This has approx 30hrs. of use on it. I added the flat strap between the muffler and tailpipe per Avid SB.
    $300 shipped to the lower 48
    Travis


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  4. birddog486 added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    Tacoma Washington?
     Anyone in the Tacoma Washington area with an Avid?
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  5. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    SOLD FS 912ULS Avid 60HRS TT
    It's time to sell the Avid Bought by my father in 1990 and stored shortly after for 20 years. I bought the kit in 2011 and received A/W in 2014.  Serial number 846 which makes it a model C but has many MKIV upgrades including the baggage compartment and dual wingtanks.  I raised the roof during construction to give an additional 3" of headroom and extended the aerobatic speedwings.
    Painted with Stewart Systems Ekopoly
    mid 90's 912ULS with approx. 350HRS since new. Engine was inspected at LEAF when I bought it. (have log book entry)
    Ivo medium 3 blade prop
    Dynon D60 
    Garmin GTR 225 com.
    Garmin GTX327 Transponder
    EIS4000 engine monitor
    PS engineering intercom
    AeroLed Nav/strobe and LED landing light
    Cabin heat supplied by engine coolant
    Upgraded Matco master cylinders and brake pedal geometry
    ACK406 ELT
    Electric trim
    Full interior with sale (not installed) including fiberglass pan seat and sling seat.
    It's configured as a tri-gear currently but has a set of taildragger main gear with taller tires and a Matco 6" pneumatic tailwheel included that were installed and flown briefly.  The conversion also received FAA approval and has the proper logbook entry to switch the gear anytime. 
    Tow-bar for short distances and full set of wing braces included
    $29,500  Best contact at tnoble22@yahoo.com
    Travis
     
     





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  6. birddog486 added a post in a topic SOLD FS 912ULS Avid 60HRS TT   

    Thanks Chris. I didn't use certified scales when it was weighed but I came up with 667. As far as gas goes I assume you mean 6 GPH? If so I don't have the fuel flow option installed but, if I remember correctly for flight planning purposes I was burning under 5 gph at 52-5300rpm and cruising mid 90's.
    Travis
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  7. birddog486 added a post in a topic MK IV Aerobat speedwing spar gouge/repair   

    Really???? 
    Almost a .070" gouge out of a .083" thick spar needs some definite surgery to make that safe.
    You guys recommending smoothing that out need to look at the first pics again and take note the amount the digital caliper is open. 
    The original post stating .006-,007" doesn't come close, apparently using that mode on the caliper throws people off. You can barely see a .007" gap between the caliper jaws.
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  8. birddog486 added a post in a topic Splicing spars to extend wings   

    I added three feet. I think that makes it the standard long wing length. If your wing is already built it wouldn't be the best idea to extend it more than 3' if you've built in the washout that the plans call for. The 2" of washout adds a lot of drag and extending beyond 3' could make the negative performance outweigh the benefits of the longer wing
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  9. birddog486 added a post in a topic Splicing spars to extend wings   

    I used Avids instructions when I extended my aerobatic speedwing. Use a 12" piece of .083 spar with about a 1/2" strip cut out lengthwise. mark a line at 6"and put a slight taper on both ends. squeeze with hose clamps and insert into the spar 6" I found a drill pattern online but there wasn't anything special about it. Pay attention where the slot is located and don't drill to close to those edges.




     
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  10. birddog486 added a post in a topic Avid Interior fabric & Sling Seat   

    yes, I still have them
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  11. birddog486 added a post in a topic Avid tricycle gear   

    Here's the fix if your breaking the bolt for the steering rod.
     
    Travis

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  12. birddog486 added a post in a topic Building question- Mark IV   

    Nope, not fuel. Those are oil lines that run between the engine and oil tank that's fitted under the baggage area.
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  13. birddog486 added a post in a topic Building question- Mark IV   

    here's a couple pics. just make a template from cardboard and cut a notch that will fit under the rear brace tube. I have about a 1/2" overlap in the center and there attached with some 1/4 long sheet metal screws into the tubes
     
     



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  14. birddog486 added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    How to decide value on 912ULS Avid
    To make a long story short, after a recent diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis, being 6' 2" tall and having joint pain issues in the knees I'm considering selling my 2014 Avid model C approx. 60hrs. with raised skylight and turtledeck. 912ULS(350ish hrs.) extended aerobatic speed wing.
    The plane is setup as a Tri gear now but I have the complete setup for tail dragger including a set of main gear and matco 6" tailwheel. The conversion to tail dragger was complete and approved by the local FSDO after I completed phase 1 and is noted in the logbook, including W&B.
    The Kit was purchased new from Avid by my father in DEC. of 1990 and stored after a couple years. I started construction in 2011 and first flight around June of 2014
    IVO medium 3 blade prop
    Dynon D60 glass panel
    GTR 225 comm
    Garmin GTX 327 transponder
    PS engineering intercom
    GRT 4000 engine monitor 
    ACK E-04 ELT
    AeroLED landing light and Nav/Strobes
    I know the value will be nowhere near whats been invested but I'm looking for opinions on how to value this.
    Travis
     
     

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  15. birddog486 added a post in a topic Avid Nose Wheel Steering Push Pull Tube   

    Here's a simple mod that solves this problem.
     

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  16. birddog486 added a post in a topic IVO Props on 912's?   

    I'm not sure how it compares to other Avids but I have it adjusted for max 5500 climb RPM at 1500FPM solo and cruise at 100 at 5000RPM.
    I've used two different wood props, a Warp and Powerfin on other light planes and the Ivo seems to be the smoothest.
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  17. birddog486 added a post in a topic IVO Props on 912's?   

    I've got the 3 blade 72" Ivo medium on my Avid with 912ULS and it's smooth as glass.
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  18. birddog486 added a post in a topic wing aluminum 12"x12' only one   

    $50
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  19. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    wing aluminum 12"x12' only one
    I only have one piece (enough for one wing) originally from Avid. 12"x12' .016 or .018 thick
    Travis
     

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  20. birddog486 added a post in a topic wing fiberglass   

    I'm not sure which came first, the aluminum or the fiberglass but they served the same purpose which was to make a smooth surface over the false ribs on the top of the wing.
    This sold almost immediately via PM.
    Travis
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  21. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    Chrome brake pedals
    These came with the Avid SE kit and add some bling..$30 shipped to the lower US
    Travis

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  22. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    wing fiberglass
    This fiberglass sheeting came from the Avid factory in the early 90's
    I have 6 pieces 15"x48" about .032 thick
    Any interest?
    Travis

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  23. birddog486 added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it   

    912 oil pressure sender relocation hose
    New, 32" long and includes both end fittings for the engine and pressure sender.
    $45 shipped to lower US.
    Travis

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  24. birddog486 added a post in a topic Bush gear topic reopened   

    Nothing to add but I'd sure like to find a set of gear that was affordable and didn't need to fight wrapping with bungees.....
    Travis
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  25. birddog486 added a post in a topic Extended Speed Wing with short flaperon location   

    I moved them out on my extended speedwing. The wing tip is still flying long after the root has stalled if the wing was built to the plans(2" washout if extended) giving roll control at a lower speed.
    If the wing was built with little to no washout initially it probably wouldn't make a big difference where there attached.
    Travis
     

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