National Aeronca Association Bulletin Board

Robert, Thanks, I'll get it touch with him. Franklin is a nice area. We of course are near the Smoky Mountains. Best, George

Robert, it is a C-85-12 and can have a starter installed. If I was going to keep it I would definitely do so of course. I haven't done any research on price but when listed on Barnstormers I thought I would list it in the $23.5-24k range. Appreciate your feedback. Thanks, George

Prior to advertising on Barnstormers I am listing here on the forum to gage the level of interest for selling. Photos are available on request. The restoration is due for completion and annual inspection on or about May 6. The Chief includes: new stitts polyfiber, Tuscon cream C-85 hp rebuilt engine...

Joe, This Chief is being restored and the owner of the project is giving me the option of putting on a A-65 or A-85 that he has. When he bought the project the A-65 was the engine that he purchased and that is how it is listed on the registration. I will take delivery of the Chief with the A-85 plat...

A local A+P did research on this topic for me and found an Aeronca service letter that covers this conversion. It is available at Aeronca.com and is service letter #17.

Is anyone familiar with this service letter and have used it?

Thanks,

George

Joe, Am I allowed to delete this post since I am the author? It is no longer needed. Thanks, George

Paul & Joe,

Thanks for the education.

George

Joe, Got it. That was very clear. I will order the CD. Thanks, George

I recall reading in the aviation press that it is the weight at the original registration that matters and that what you do to the AC afterwards does not change that it is an 11AC under 1320 gross wt. - unless you are after intentionally seeking to change the registration, e.g., in this example to a...

Question: I have been told that if a 11AC has an A-85 engine installed with a starter that it no longer qualifies to be flown as a Light Sport Aircraft. Is this correct? Thanks, George

Can anyone refer me to an A+P/IA for a Chief in the Greenville/Spartanburg, SC area? Thanks, George

Jeff (and Nathan), Thanks for the detailed information. I need this level of direction since I admittedly don't know much about securing aviation parts. Jeff, where are you located in Alabama? Best, George

Jeff & Joe, Much thanks for helping me out with this. Do either of you have a feeling for what would be a reasonable amount to bid on an assy/case? George

Keith, Thank you for the advice. I am certainly capable and interested in assisting in the annual. This is my first AC so it is all new to me. I went over 30 yrs. without flying. This is a great community and one of the reasons that I am acquiring a Chief. Everyone is so gracious and willing to shar...

Joe, Thanks. I sent Duane an email. The problem is that the owner cannot find anyone to perform the annual within the next few weeks, and the annual is out on 10-31. I can get a ferry permit but still need an inspector to sign an airworthiness certificate. I greatly appreciate your assistance. This ...