Are there any vendors anybody would like to share that will UPS a case or two of oil at a price that won't hurt too much? Thanks in Advance D

I have an engine going into a homebuilt that uses the bendix D-2000 series dual magneto. I have ordered a crank triggered ignition system to fire one set of plugs and would like to replace the dual magneto with a single magneto to fire the other set of plugs. The Starting functions will...

Previously this list advised a split seal is used on my flanged crank C85 and I then verified my case vent, hoses and air/oil separator system were not blocked. Since rather than pulling that spinner, prop, nosecone and cowl baffling to install a new crank seal, would like to ensure I'm not...

A small oil leak has shown up topside and immediately behind the nosebowl on my Zodiac 601 HD powered with a C85. As near as can be seen, the crankcase nipple connection and hose leading to the air/oil separator is not "wet" or showing leakage. Neither the hose nor air/oil separator are...

Is there any method of sealing an engine-side leaking pushrod tube without removing the rocker and loosing the head? Was thinking something like replacing an axle boot on a front wheel drive car with those split and bolted types...

Hello, I was reading that the Sandel EHSI unit requires a new projection lamp every year (or 225 hours, whichever comes first). I am wondering what the cost is of this projection lamp? And can you install this yourself (somehow I doubt it)? Thanks, -dr

Hello, We're looking into a twin and the Twin Comanche is on our list. I know that the later models have the counter rotating props -- although i don't know too much about what this means, other than its "better". We fly a mooney now and thus I don't worry about the prop -- as long as it keeps...

Hello, I'm just reading up on HSI's and I notice some planes have HSI's that are not slaved. I know this means i'm supposed to check it every 15 minutes or so to make sure the HSI and the compass jive. I guess I should still do that even if it was slaved... but what I am wondering is if you can...

Hello, I'm going to our avionics shop to have some "noise" hopefull removed from our Garmin 430 com. While there I'd like them to run a line-in to our Terra audio panel... just so I can plug a ipod or something into it while flying longer legs. This, to me, doesn't seem like a big job. I can...

Hello, I've noticed during a flight the other day to Columbus that our Mode C was reading high... by about 250 feet. The altimeter seems to be indicating fine as on the ground, with the correct altimeter setting, it shows the correct altitude. As well, flying the ILS, i make a habit to check the...

Hello, Our KNS-80 today wasn't 100%. Infact, for most of the day it was U/S. Here is some background... today was cold...-15C (5F). I turned on the heat in the hangar about 90 minutes before the flight so that the cabin would get warm. Once i started the plane and turned on the avionics...

Hello, I'm on the board of our local flying club and we manage the GA ramp. I am wondering if people can share with me what their airport (or other airports they've been to) are charge for overnight fees for jets. We have a small overnight fee for planes (which i believe is waived if they fuel...

Hello, I need to update the Garmin 430 datacard. Can i do this with my PC? And what hardware do I need to do this? Thanks -dr

Hello, Just wondering if we have any AvMap EKP-IV users here that can give a comparison to the Garmin x96 units. The lower price and the much larger screen make it seem pretty attractive. Although I'd like to have the XM weather capability. Any one know if this is somethiing they're working on?...

Hello, In my continueing search for information on Twin Comanches I've come across a question on de-ice. I notice some Twin Comaches have it and others don't. Is there an after market company that sells the boots,etc? Or were they all installed at the factory? Also, what is the difference...

Hello, I'm wondering if someone can tell me a step by step process that is required to de-register an N# plane. I'm in canada and need to let the gentleman in the US know the process. Somehow I doubt this happens automagically! Links to an FAA site would be great. Thanks,

Hello, I'm wondering if its legal to put a 2nd artificial horizon in the plane as a backup if it is not certified? We may want to put one in the plane as a backup... but just wanted to know if we need a certified unit or not. Thanks, -dr

Hello, I'm interested in learning more about making harnesses and such to make products like garmin 430/530 talk with a MFD or a EHSI or Auto Pilot. I'm pretty technical and i'm just interested to see if I can get a couple products like the above from ebay and just make them talk back and forth. ...

Hello, Someone asked me today if there was an STC or something that would allow you to put an extra seat belt in the back of a Mooney. The Mooney has a bench seat in the back and this particular guy has 3 small kids (3,5,7 years old). Is it possible to add an additional seat belt? Whats the...

Hello, Does anyone have any information when/if we're going to be able to get our 496 units to recieve Canadian weather information? Happy Holidays, Dico