67 days. Isn't that embarrassing? "Hey Siri, how many days has it been since March 1st?" Ugh.
Flu, wife’s broken ankle, condition inspection, etc…..usual time excuses. FINALLY the universe tumblers allowed a flight Tuesday morning. New tailwheel, new grease, new main wheel bearings/grease.
Post heavy MX, I’m in the Nomex gear and staying close until I’m happy with the temps and pressures. Skills a little rusty - gives me a goal. After a bit, over to XBP for fuel. An RV pulled up to the hangar across the taxiway from me after I returned and I offered them some shade while they were visiting their friends. They’re everywhere <g>.
Back in the RV saddle. Mental gyros re-aligned. Hope the same with you.
v/r,dr
VAF POSTS & RV NEWS THAT CAUGHT MY EYE.....dr:
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From Last Weekend’s ‘What did you do’ thread.
Flew 1532NM across Australia.
https://vansairforce.net/threads/wh...this-weekend-may-4-5-2024.226597/post-1766417
Flew 1532NM across Australia.
Formation Pilots Needed For Memorial Day Flying - SE Michigan
...Terry Lutz asking.
vansairforce.net
Understanding Battery limitations - Help please
https://vansairforce.net/threads/understanding-battery-limitations-help-please.226681/
Fuel leak at carb inlet …update
I cleaned the stains off the carb body today, slightly tightened the inlet fitting, and ran the boost pump for several minutes. No sign of any leaks anywhere. Satisfied, I buttoned up and went for a 30 minute flight. Checked again when I got back, and found more blue stain. This time, it almost looks like the leak may be coming from around the head of one of the bolts into the bowl. Doesn't look to be coming from around the gasket. Is a leak here possible? I assume a fix will just mean dropping the carb and tightening that bolt up a tad. Not the end of the world, but wanted to make sure I'm not missing another possible source. Thanks
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PS: Older issues of the ‘VAF News’ can be found at:
www.vansairforce.net
Flu, wife’s broken ankle, condition inspection, etc…..usual time excuses. FINALLY the universe tumblers allowed a flight Tuesday morning. New tailwheel, new grease, new main wheel bearings/grease.
Post heavy MX, I’m in the Nomex gear and staying close until I’m happy with the temps and pressures. Skills a little rusty - gives me a goal. After a bit, over to XBP for fuel. An RV pulled up to the hangar across the taxiway from me after I returned and I offered them some shade while they were visiting their friends. They’re everywhere <g>.
Back in the RV saddle. Mental gyros re-aligned. Hope the same with you.
v/r,dr
VAF POSTS & RV NEWS THAT CAUGHT MY EYE.....dr:
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From Last Weekend’s ‘What did you do’ thread.
Flew 1532NM across Australia.
https://vansairforce.net/threads/wh...this-weekend-may-4-5-2024.226597/post-1766417
Flew 1532NM across Australia.
Formation Pilots Needed For Memorial Day Flying - SE Michigan
...Terry Lutz asking.
Formation Pilots Needed For Memorial Day Flying - SE Michigan
Each year for many years, we have conducted several Memorial Day Flyovers in SE Michigan. Memorial Day is for all of us to remember and honor those we lost in the defense of freedom. We plan to arrive at 22T (Tecumseh Mills) at 0730. Formation overflights are planned, first for the cemetery...
vansairforce.net
Understanding Battery limitations - Help please
https://vansairforce.net/threads/understanding-battery-limitations-help-please.226681/
Fuel leak at carb inlet …update
I cleaned the stains off the carb body today, slightly tightened the inlet fitting, and ran the boost pump for several minutes. No sign of any leaks anywhere. Satisfied, I buttoned up and went for a 30 minute flight. Checked again when I got back, and found more blue stain. This time, it almost looks like the leak may be coming from around the head of one of the bolts into the bowl. Doesn't look to be coming from around the gasket. Is a leak here possible? I assume a fix will just mean dropping the carb and tightening that bolt up a tad. Not the end of the world, but wanted to make sure I'm not missing another possible source. Thanks
Fuel leak at carb inlet
Shortly after my CI (during which I checked and re-installed the fuel inlet strainer), I noticed some blue staining under the fuel line inlet on my MA4SPA carburetor. Tried ensuring everything was nice and snug, but the leak appears to have persisted or even slightly worsened. Wondering if...
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PS: Older issues of the ‘VAF News’ can be found at:
Doug's Area ....The VAF News & my flying resume.
Pushed out every now and then.
www.vansairforce.net
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