I have finally had enough of the bad sending unit on the right tank. Since I want the beast in and out quickly, I figured I would get an exchange unit from Airparts of Lock Haven. $500 core charge? Yikes! I guess they REALLY want that core back!!! I believe the "stock" sending units/gauges on a 74...

We made a 250NM trip from the Chicago area up to Eagle River, WI this weekend and it was the first cross country with the new 396. The weather reports were not stellar and normally we would have never tried a trip under anything less than perfect conditions. But, the thought of having quick...

After the 2 ridiculous TFRs were lifted, I was able to test the swap unit. As some of you may have read, the original unit kept losing satellite lock and the dealer swapped it with a new unit at my request. The replacement is much better. However, it still goes out to lunch after transmitting...

Well, we just broke the first power cable for the beast. I had read that others were having problems with plug failures so I bought a spare a while back. The plastic part that is physically plugged into the unit separates from the back part of the connector molded to the cable. Total operations...

Still looking for this mounting plate. Called every boneyard in the US and NOBODY has one. I would even consider buying a new one if one existed. The part number does not show up as valid in any of the databases. Part number 99031. I will make one if I have to, but I really hate having to spend any...

Day 51 (Diversions) As part of the wall panel installation, there were several small subprojects that needed to be done. Some things were necessary to "clean up" previous sloppy or failing installations. Others were needed because the new walls were not made exactly like the old ones. Still...

Day 8 (Big Box Time) Earlier than estimated, the carpet set arrived. Also, the screws, finishing washers, glue, seat webbing, and extra carpet/material arrived with it. First thing I noticed was THE SMELL! I thought one of the glue cans came open. Nope. The carpet has a very strong solvent smell....

Day 5 (Small Start) As I said in the “Day 0” installment, I ordered all new front seat belts and shoulder harness retractors from Chief along with the Airtex interior. The belts arrived and I proceeded to put them in. Since they are relatively easy to take out again, they did not have to be...

O.K. I read all the replies. I offer another viewpoint. As a contract negotiator for the last 17 years dealing with all types of vendors, I have a few observations. First rule: GET IT IN WRITING BEFORE YOU START THE WORK!!!!!!!! Second rule: If they won't put the deal in writing, or you don't...

I did have the GA-25 antenna all the while I had intermittent lost sat reception. Bought a new high-gain replacement on line and did the swap last weekend. For 2 days prior to the swap, I would lose reception completely on a S-SE heading. The new antenna shows 10 sats 3/4 way up or better....

I have had intermittent problems with 0-320 exhaust studs working loose, usually with overhauled cylinders. I understand it if I have a stubborn nut to remove for a gasket change and the stud comes out with it. I figure that if I reuse that stud/nut again I am asking for it to work back loose...

As the 74 Cherokee ages, the engine baffling (0-320 E3D) is starting to show its age. Various places have been stop drilled over the years and it is time for replacement. I really don't want used salvage parts because they are likely in the same condition as what I have. The intercylinder...

Its bbbbaaaaaaacccccckkkkkkk. I thought we had the 396 reception problems solved with the unit swap and upgraded firmware. On climb out the thing lost its lock again and continued to do so until I changed course. That ain't gonna be an option on a plan in IMC (uh, center, I need to change...

Still trying to track down a high oil temp reading. I would like to get a new temp sender to swap out. Too lazy to rig up the hot plate, thermometer, etc. to test the old one. Part has a number of 362-EW. Same number is on a friend's Arrow. Methinks most/all cherokees may use the same one....

As you may recall, I have been troubleshooting a higher than normal oil temp in the Cherokee. Checked the baffling, replaced the oil cooler with a new one, replaced the Vernatherm, checked the oil cooler lines, all with no luck. Temps stay 1-3 needle marks above 180 degrees which is 1-3 needle...

Just when I thought we had the Skyhawk ready to blast off next week for Florida.....we took a little ride Saturday and on the way back she ran rough for milliseconds on two occasions. The 1st time was so fast, Donna didn't even notice. The second time she was expecting it. Any ideas? The...

I am still filtering out all the usual paperwork that comes with a previously loved airplane. You know, the usual receipts for 12 new batteries dating back to WWII etc. Anyway, there are lots of yellow tags stapled in the logs and almost as many in various envelopes. I was scanning the logs onto...

Ok, here is one for you. The other night, about the time I landed, I hear a pop and remember seeing a visible flash. I see the amp gauge has a big discharge. After I taxied off, I try resetting the alt half of the master. The high volt light is dimly lit and glows brighter when I turn off half...

I would appreciate if someone could steer me to a good picky A+P. I need a pre-buy done on a 172 near RDU Raleigh Durham. It would be even better if it was an IA and things go OK we can turn it into an annual. Mike Z

I have DCs for the front seats and 1- lightspeed QFR Solo for the back. Lightweight, quiet and non vice-like. I am considering a second pair for the other side at about $125. Mike Z "norm" wrote in message ... Hey y'all