Webb
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Ross7A-builder
Here's a pic of the engine-driven fuel pump with a red cap on the discharge port. I need a 6AN fitting for that port with a 90-degree turn to the red transducer, which has 1/4" NPT female threads. If I can't find a fitting from a trustworthy source, I'll move things around and work on a different configuration. Any recommendations for a trustworthy source for AN and NPT fittings? Haven't found what I need at Van's or Spruce yet.
turbo
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paulsmeds
Ironflight
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DanH
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ThorLasVegas
turbo
…don't mess with tight exhaust guides
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Today was a good day
The RV grin is starting to grow on my face. Moved to the airport and attached to wings after it arrived. My A&P that is doing the condition inspection on my Bonanza came down and lended a hand. He brought some super slippery lube and the spar bolts seated with encouragement from a mallet. The...
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Ross7A-builder
Here's a pic of the engine-driven fuel pump with a red cap on the discharge port. I need a 6AN fitting for that port with a 90-degree turn to the red transducer, which has 1/4" NPT female threads. If I can't find a fitting from a trustworthy source, I'll move things around and work on a different configuration. Any recommendations for a trustworthy source for AN and NPT fittings? Haven't found what I need at Van's or Spruce yet.
"Podavelle"?
I need a specific 6AN (female) to 1/4" NPT, 90-degree bend connector between my RV-7A mechanical fuel pump and the fuel flow transducer. The only place I can find this fitting is from a company called PODAVELLE on Amazon, and I've never heard of it. Can anyone tell me anything about this...
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turbo
…Old Farts Flying Club …Thursday October 24th
old farts forming up for another season
Treasure Coast KFPR Invite… For Thursday, May 2nd, 2024… https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?e=985d565717&u=c4993321b97ea47e644911b20&id=732eecc91b Time to head to the Coast… Treasure Coast International KFPR. I’ve talked with Frank at APP Jet Center. I’ve talked with Jennifer at the Tiki...
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Double Peak When Locating ROP O-360C1A
Question for engine guru's. O-360C1A w/CS prop. Engine starts easy, runs smoothly, seems to have plenty of power, but does seem to have a slightly higher FF than others discuss here (@6500 feet, 2400 RPM, 22 MP, 100 ROP about 10 to 10.5 GPH). I also get a deep pop periodically when slowing down...
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The Mice Ate My Homework!!
OK, so this is a first in all my years of building….. Back last winter, I ordered an IO-540 Baffle Kit from Van’s for the Rocket project because they were in stock, and I knew I’d eventually need it. The box came, I opened it to make sure it had parts in it, folded over the flaps to close it...
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turbo
maintaining tire pressures..........
got this tip from one of the RV pilots at our young eagles event last week. wow was this a great idea. this little machine is incredible and I have a lot of tires to keep up to pressure.
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DanH
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Stuck valves on angle heads - Epidemic or Isolated?
I have recently heard of several stuck valves with bent pushrods. Since I travel a fair amount (600 hrs in the two and a half years since completing my 14A), and much of it is over unforgiving terrain or open ocean, should I be concerned? Additionally flying Young Eagles is a passion of mine and...
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ThorLasVegas
Mystery part behind the panel
Hi there. I am redoing all the electrical and panel on a RV4 that I bought a couple of months ago. I am very excited to fly this incredible airplane. I have come across a part behind the panel that I can not figure out what it is for. See attached pictures. I looks like a potentiometer of...
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turbo
…don't mess with tight exhaust guides
Sticky valve on a Thunderbolt IO390
As an opposing data point my 390 thunderbolt oil does not get black and goes aboit 20 hours plus on a quart maybe more. My hours are a lot of cruise and joyride. I don’t do a lot of aggressive flying or much pattern work. Perhaps the use of the engine is a key factor.
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