I need to get my carb rebuilt. It's a Marvel MA4-5 off an O-540. Somehow it floods to the point of not running (longer story possibly in another post). I'd like to find out why this is happening so that besides just getting an overhaul I actually know it won't flood again. I don't care if it...

I fly my bird about 50 hours per year. I was taught by an old-timer that 50 hours was fine for oil changes and that a year was an acceptable calendar period. In the other threads it seems many have a higher frequency than this. Would people chime in with how often calendar and flight time...

What type of wax do you use on your airplane? I'd like to stay away from the standard "carnuba" type waxes because its a royal pain to buff around all the rivets (its a Cherokee). Any one step polishes out there that don't require the second buffing step? This plane has not been waxed in at...

When I stepped on the wing of my Cherokee 235 today, the strut went completely flat. I got underneath the wing and lifted the plane back up to a normal strut position where it stayed until I put any weight on it; again it went completely flat. I pushed it back up one more time and put my air...

I'm wondering what type of acrylic cleaners are used to clean the windsheild and windows in your aircraft and where you get it. I've found a bunch of cleaners through the standard aviation sales channels but am wondering if there is something I could pick up locally so I don't always have to plan...

I've heard that there is a way to get the "as shipped" parts list off the web (or somewhere other than Lycoming). I am looking to get the list of parts contained within my engine when it left Lycoming's factory. Does anyone know how to get this, or do I need to work with Lycoming directly? TIA...

Does anyone know how to go about trouble shooting a Whelan strobe light? It is on a Piper Cherokee and is the "beacon" of the airplane. I had an extra bulb I don't know the status of and swapped it out, but still didn't get any emission. I'm thinking that its probably the unit, but I don't know...

Thanks for all the replies! I think I'll start with some mineral spirits (although the gojo sounds intriguing) and if any exhaust stains remain I'll invest in the Aero-Glaze. Appreciate the help. z

Hi, I'm looking for ideas on how to best clean the belly of my plane. It's a Cherokee and is pretty greasy/grimy/dirty underneath. I'm hoping to find something I can buy from a non-aviation source (like a supermarket or auto parts store), and it would be Great if I didn't need any water. TIA for...

Does anyone know the A/D number for the vertical fin/rudder that came out last year (maybe the year before)? It involves inspecting either the vertical fin or rudder for cracks and describes repair options if they are found. Appreciate any help from those who may know this A/D number. TIA.

Hi, I own a 1967 Cherokee 235B and am in need of a prop cable. Does anyone know where I might be able to find a PMA'd new one, or a salvage company that may have one? I've tried Aircraft Spruce, and McFarlands and neither have a PMA'd cable for early Pipers as well as a couple salvage company's...

Can anyone point me to a link for Piper Service Bulletin 1051B? It is what the Aztec falp tube AD refers to for compliance (2003-09-18?). I have not been able to find it on-line. I'm trying to help someone figure out the best way to comply, but if I can't read it I can't understand what is...

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I really want to make a good decision on this so, I'm giving myself plenty of time, two years, to get my ducks lined up. I've want either an Archer or an Arrow with an IFR package. I've started looking at and pricing hanger space at selected airports in the Houston area where it'll be based. ...

Hi folks, Anybody has any idea how much insurance on an older YAK-52 (50K-65K purchase price) goes for? I'm assuming one registered pilot just out of Air force UPT and all the civilian equivalent ratings under the belt. Thanks a bunch! Oh on a related question, what's a common aircraft loan term?...

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During day one of my 2000 Saratoga's annual today my mechanic and I observed the following problem. If anyone has some experience with this or they have a mechanic that has experience with this I would love to hear about it: Here is a description of what we are observing: 1) Gear...

My flying club is undergoing a fleet restructure, replacing Warriors with Skyhawks. I was editing my profile on AOPA flight planner, deleting the old aircraft. When I highlight a plane and "delete" in the aircraft list, the dialog that pops up asks: The aircraft "Piper - PA28-161 - N81917" will...

Is there a good place on the web that describes the basics and terminology of piston engines? I understand the basic concepts, but some of the terms I read, like journals and bosses, etc., are a bit beyond me and I'd like to get a little bit better knowledge of the concepts. I'm definitely not...

Been scanning airplane ads for a while and just recently started looking some of them up using AOPA's Vref service for members. According to that, most of the airplanes I see advertised are way overpriced, some by significant margins. Are the AOPA Vref prices too low? Or do people have...