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Topic: Pop Rivet Dimple Die Question |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 4
Views: 6205
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2018 6:02 am Subject: Re: Pop Rivet Dimple Die Question |
I don’t remember ever pulling out that die for the 10. |
Topic: Getting beat up by NorCal ATC |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 22
Views: 21263
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Aug 07, 2018 9:45 am Subject: Re: Getting beat up by NorCal ATC |
To avoid lengthy clearance read-backs on an ATC frequency I get my clearance on the ground. The number is 888-766-8267 if no ground/clearance delivery frequency is available, like my non-towered airp ... |
Topic: Private Pilot Training |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 6913
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Fri Jun 08, 2018 2:58 am Subject: Re: Private Pilot Training |
Congratulations Daniella! That is quite an accomplishment at 17 and gives you life-long bragging rights.
Good job, Dad. We know how proud you are. |
Topic: PIREP : Aerosport Power Builder School |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 17
Views: 22084
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Sat May 05, 2018 2:50 pm Subject: Re: PIREP : Aerosport Power Builder School |
A little off topic but Don and Kelly are correct. Running LOP is much easier on the engine. CHTs typically drop 30 F when you lean, and that is probably the best measure of engine stress.
Swappin ... |
Topic: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 6249
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Wed Feb 21, 2018 6:00 am Subject: Re: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
Sorry, no photos. The installation is easy. Swap your mag for the unit and add a power source. Used same harness as the mag. Can use fine wire Tempest plugs or keep the heavy ones. |
Topic: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 6249
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 7:00 am Subject: Re: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
I have over 180 hours on the SureFly electronic ignitions and they have performed well. So well, I installed 2. (I have 2 independent electrical systems with 2 alternators and 2 batteries.) |
Topic: EFIS Configuration |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 3
Views: 4339
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2018 4:38 pm Subject: Re: EFIS Configuration |
This can be tricky and is dependent on a lot of other things, like autopilot, comms, GPS, ADS-B, and sensors, just to name a few. It is also dependent on your wiring, since there is some flexibility ... |
Topic: Eclipse travel |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 6484
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 3:53 am Subject: Re: Eclipse travel |
You need to check out Johnson Creek, 3U2, near Yellowpine, ID. One of the nicest grass runways around with free camping next to your plane, it is a great place to visit. The only challenge is that i ... |
Topic: cowl heat protection |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 4
Views: 5503
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Wed May 24, 2017 4:45 am Subject: Re: cowl heat protection |
I did the same as Patrick and it works well after 550 hours. The coverage needs to be fairly extensive. I also have a bolt-on heat shield where the exhaust pipe passes close to the cowl. |
Topic: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 3
Views: 4814
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2017 4:41 am Subject: Re: SureFly Electronic Ignition |
I am a beta tester for SureFly and do not work for them.
I installed one of their first units a little over a year ago in my RV-10 and have about 120 hours on it. It ran in parallel with a Slick m ... |
Topic: Carbon Monoxide |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 4
Views: 4255
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Thu Jun 18, 2015 3:59 pm Subject: Carbon Monoxide |
I bought a carbon monoxide detector from Aeromedix that appears to work well. It measures CO levels to the ppm level on a real time basis. My experience with it has been interesting and I wonder if ... |
Topic: Slime Fighter |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 4582
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Mar 03, 2015 6:01 am Subject: Re: Slime Fighter |
I don't think any air/oil separator really works well. All of the advice so far I agree. To keep the oil haze off the belly I also collect the drops in a glass jar. I drain it every time I take the ... |
Topic: PC680 vs PC925 |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 44
Views: 21029
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 7:19 pm Subject: Re: PC680 vs PC925 |
While the battery still has amp-hours remaining during cranking, the voltage drops low enough that the EFIS will crash. On engine start you will want to see your engine monitor so reboots are a PITA. ... |
Topic: PC680 vs PC925 |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 44
Views: 21029
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 5:06 pm Subject: Re: PC680 vs PC925 |
Phil,
You didn't mention if starting with the X-feed closed (both batteries) causes the EFIS to shut down. This is the main reason I keep the 2 Z-14 busses separated on startup. Like your experie ... |
Topic: Enlarging Holes for Conduit in Fuselage |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 3
Views: 2784
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Wed Jul 24, 2013 5:04 pm Subject: Re: Enlarging Holes for Conduit in Fuselage |
You have a couple options without having such a large hole. Why not run multiple smaller conduit lines, or use grommets in the existing holes and not use conduit at all. Additionally you can run lin ... |
Topic: Quick Build Fuselage Advice |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 7
Views: 5033
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2013 4:38 am Subject: Re: Quick Build Fuselage Advice |
I used fiberglass insulation under the forward floor panels. This can be added via the lightening holes on the aft side of the floor so you don't have to remove the panel. In the rear seat and bagga ... |
Topic: First Engine Run :-)))))) |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 1
Views: 2485
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Fri May 31, 2013 4:06 am Subject: Re: First Engine Run :-)))))) |
Congratulations! It looks like you are getting very close, even the paint is done. Have a fantastic and safe first flight.
If the WX cooperates mine should be out of the paint shop next week. |
Topic: Disabling front cabin heat? |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 14
Views: 8807
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Thu Mar 21, 2013 4:29 am Subject: Re: Disabling front cabin heat? |
I have disabled mine for the summer months too. I disconnected the SCAT tube so hot air no longer blows on the firewall. I also blocked the vent adapter at the baffle to prevent any bypass air flow ... |
Topic: Blown out Wheel pant |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 5
Views: 4090
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 5:42 am Subject: Re: Blown out Wheel pant |
Sean,
You are not alone. The same thing happened to me. The clearance on one side was too small, about finger thickness, and the tire grabbed it. This can happen without much notice either - I f ... |
Topic: Maximum Climb Angle |
nukeflyboy
Replies: 12
Views: 7187
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Forum: RV10-List Posted: Thu Nov 29, 2012 8:23 pm Subject: Re: Maximum Climb Angle |
Why would anyone need this data point? Who in their right mind would do a maximum climb with ounces of fuel? A standard test is to ensure that the pump can deliver at a high angle of attack, not wit ... |
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