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Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Thu May 20, 2010 06:23
by David Johnson
Me not like big numbers, either. Make me worry.....David J.
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Thu May 20, 2010 16:20
by Paul Agaliotis
They only get the numbers on the second pass. Out here on the Left Coast our motto is "One Pass, Haul A$$.
Paul
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Thu May 20, 2010 16:47
by David Johnson
Amen Bro........
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 23, 2010 09:32
by Doc
Well...(LOL) we are pretty much known to everyone within 25 miles anyway! We placed the Continental A65-8F on a Taylorcraft F-19 test cell and ran it for 10 minutes with a mix of oil, Varsol and Marvel Mystery Oil. We then drained the oil, removed the cylinders, did a condition inspection, and cleaned the lifters and followers. The piston faces were also cleaned. Although this aircraft had sat in a hangar for 19 years, it appears that the owner worked the engine prior to his death as the cylinder walls (chromed) and rings looked almost new. The intake tube rubbers were "new like"...clean, soft and pliable. New gaskets were applied where needed. Interestingly, two rubber shock mounts were installed backwards. All new mounts were used to rehang the engine. Mark was hooking up the controls while I was out yesterday. I had the Slick magnetos reconditioned, so this installation is almost complete. I decided last night to hang a Sensenich W72CK-42 on this ship as the McCauley 1B90 that came with it is now on my Taylorcraft BC12-D. The mellow wood prop will look good with our paint scheme...who cares about speed? The big news is that the paint booth comes down today...that leaves room for the wings to be installed. This bird may be just a few weeks away from her first flight in 19 years! Doc
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 23, 2010 09:54
by SFC Hiatt
Looks great and at this pace you'll be flying by winter.
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 23, 2010 18:48
by Doc
We are telling everyone who asks that it will fly on Saturday...just not sure which Saturday. Doc
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 23, 2010 19:28
by MikeB
What model Slick mags did you have reconditioned? And where?
MikeB
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Mon May 24, 2010 08:41
by Mark Julicher
MikeB wrote:What model Slick mags did you have reconditioned? And where?
MikeB
Model 4330. Had a 500 hour servicing done at Navajo Accessories, San Antonio, Texas. Navajo can do a complete overhaul also.
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Mon May 24, 2010 08:57
by MikeB
Thanks... I have a pair of older Slicks (Model 447) that came with my 0200 engine. They seem to work OK (spark at least) but there is also a AD on the impulse for worn rivets, if I remember correctly. I'm guessing parts are no longer available anyway. A new set of Slicks runs over $2000. I had a friend who just had his Bendix mags for his C85 overhauled and brought up to date. Seems like the price was around $1500. I have a set of Slicks on my A65 and they work fine.
MikeB
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Mon May 24, 2010 22:37
by Doc
Navajo reconditioned both Slick magnetos for $667. It was basically a complete overhaul without the tag saying so. Navajo also did my "lunchbox" Bendix Scintilla SF4's on my Taylorcraft when I redid the C65-8F engine on that bird 3 years ago. They are my 1st choice for accesory work. Aero Accessories of San Antonio is the close 2nd choice, although they specialize in round engine accessories. Doc
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sat May 29, 2010 22:11
by Mark Julicher
Getting Oh so close to flying...
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 30, 2010 04:49
by drjeff
That's gonna be a head turning bird........ Looks great!
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Sun May 30, 2010 06:39
by David Johnson
Mark, very nice! I like the colors, they match the era the plane came from well. Get it in the air! David J.
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Mon Jun 07, 2010 00:56
by Doc
Thanks David: The paint scheme (Tucson Creme with Insignia Blue) is from a factory 1953 7EC photo. Doc
Re: Update N2241E
Posted: Tue Jun 15, 2010 22:40
by Doc
Just found a cracked hangar angle on the door....anyone out there with a spare? Thanks. Doc