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Topic: Coming Soon - The List of Contributors - Please Make A Cont |
pnicholson
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Tue Nov 22, 2022 12:19 pm Subject: Coming Soon - The List of Contributors - Please Make A Cont |
I'm not can you please unsubscribe me from your list. Thank you
On Tue., Nov. 22, 2022, 3:10 p.m. Matt Dralle, <dralle@matronics.com (--> Yak-List message posted by: Matt Dralle <drall ... |
Topic: CJ6 Two wheel roll on take-off? |
pnicholson
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Fri Aug 09, 2019 12:48 pm Subject: CJ6 Two wheel roll on take-off? |
Going through the POH I noticed anew that the PLAAF recommends pulling the nose up sharply at ~50kts and doing a two point roll to take off.
However, my F-18 pilot GIB tells me it makes no sense as ... |
Topic: Strong 306 |
pnicholson
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2019 8:16 am Subject: Strong 306 |
Love the Strong 306. Have it for sale. Used seldom. Like new shape.Contact me offline if interested.
Phil
On Wed., Jan. 23, 2019, 2:53 a.m. Yak-List Digest Server <yak-list@matronics.com ([ ... |
Topic: Intercom issue |
pnicholson
Replies: 1
Views: 1993
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2018 7:13 am Subject: Intercom issue |
Gentlemen,
Noted recently that my (CJ) intercom sounds like it is always on.
"Feels' like my headset has become permanently voice activated.
This is an issue only in flight (noise related?). ... |
Topic: HS6 primer upgrade questions |
pnicholson
Replies: 1
Views: 2584
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2017 4:28 am Subject: HS6 primer upgrade questions |
Gentlemen,
    plane currently in for annual. We had the primer line off as it was crimped at 90 degrees resulting in restricted flow.
    It's a pretty odd set up for this line ... |
Topic: Flour Bombing |
pnicholson
Replies: 6
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Wed Aug 31, 2016 4:05 am Subject: Flour Bombing |
Gents,
Just wanted to say thank you for all of the advice. I did what was recommended: 300 AGL at 100kts, release 100ft prior, and came first place
Some initial thoughts (for newbies):
1. ... |
Topic: Flour Bombing |
pnicholson
Replies: 6
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Mon Aug 22, 2016 8:45 am Subject: Flour bombing |
Gents,
thanks very much for the input and the entertaining stories. Will let you know how it goes!
Phil
C-FEPN
CJ6A |
Topic: Oil cooler inlet plug (CJ) |
pnicholson
Replies: 9
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Wed Jun 29, 2016 5:04 am Subject: Oil cooler inlet plug (CJ) |
Good day,
does anyone have a lead on an oil cooler inlet plug for the wing root. Are they commercially available or are people handcrafting their own. Doug is out of stock.
Please contact me off ... |
Topic: Valve Guide Cylinder Question (HS6A) |
pnicholson
Replies: 4
Views: 3239
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Fri May 13, 2016 11:17 am Subject: Valve Guide Cylinder Question (HS6A) |
Good afternoon,
on behalf of my AME (who has already made some enquiries to members on this list) I have a question:
Number four cylinder was 50/80, exhaust valve leak suspected. When checking t ... |
Topic: Exhaust valve lapping |
pnicholson
Replies: 2
Views: 2064
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Fri May 06, 2016 4:13 am Subject: Exhaust valve lapping |
Good day,
My number four cylinder compression has dropped considerably since the last annual to 50/80. All other cylinders are over 70. We have determined the exhaust valve is leaking. We have ... |
Topic: CJ gear Actuator seals |
pnicholson
Replies: 4
Views: 3977
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Sat Sep 19, 2015 4:09 am Subject: CJ gear Actuator seals |
Good day,
Does anyone have the size/specifications for the gear actuator o-rings? I am aware that they are "squared" but not sure of the size. Doug S is temporarily out and I am trying to s ... |
Topic: lumbar support |
pnicholson
Replies: 2
Views: 3375
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Sun Jun 21, 2015 6:21 am Subject: lumbar support |
    Went flying yesterday in my CJ and my lower back started to act up after an hour.Â
    I was wondering if anyone has come up with a supportive backpad for the seat. I am tall (Over ... |
Topic: loss of main air |
pnicholson
Replies: 20
Views: 13418
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Mon Oct 27, 2014 10:21 am Subject: loss of main air |
Hello,
    I have replaced my main air valve and flap handle valve recently. No issues immediately thereafter. Air system behaved normally.
A month later, and three flights in a row, I have n ... |
Topic: CJ6 rear cockpit gear handle |
pnicholson
Replies: 2
Views: 2102
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2014 6:26 pm Subject: CJ6 rear cockpit gear handle |
Gentlemen,
I'll preface this by saying that I'm not at my plane and don't have my checklist etc... all info is second hand.
    Heard air escaping from the front cockpit gear handle ... |
Topic: Yak-List Digest: 5 Msgs - 04/28/14 |
pnicholson
Replies: 0
Views: 1259
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Tue Apr 29, 2014 6:21 am Subject: Yak-List Digest: 5 Msgs - 04/28/14 |
Sam,
Your statement:
"It was mentioned on this thread that of late, Desser no longer accepts
Chinese or Russian cores for recap."
Is not correct. I have a pair of Chinese tires there ... |
Topic: B&C alternator |
pnicholson
Replies: 2
Views: 1973
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Tue Feb 25, 2014 10:23 am Subject: B&C alternator |
saw lots of discussion about fittings...
One question:
Apparently you save ~30lbs exchanging the old generator and accessories for a 35 Amp alternator. 30lbs on a 3000lb aircraft (CJ) will accor ... |
Topic: CJ6 (Housai) temp problem |
pnicholson
Replies: 7
Views: 4208
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Tue Aug 13, 2013 4:35 am Subject: CJ6 (Housai) temp problem |
Good morning,
I have two problems that may or may not be related.
My CHT is lower than normal which requires me to be running the shutters closed occasionally; the temps appear colder than usual. A ... |
Topic: Static Displays |
pnicholson
Replies: 2
Views: 3713
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Wed May 29, 2013 6:30 am Subject: Static Displays |
I have been asked to attend two airshows (Geneseo and Ottawa) this summer with my modest Nanchang as a static display. I have no prior experience and am wondering what the typical expectations are. ... |
Topic: CJ - Prop overhaul |
pnicholson
Replies: 1
Views: 2063
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Thu Jan 17, 2013 6:46 am Subject: CJ - Prop overhaul |
Good day,
I was just advised by my AME that my prop was up for its 10 year
overhaul. I was a bit disappointed as I has just purchased the plane
last year (from a crate from China) and “assume ... |
Topic: Nanchang accident. |
pnicholson
Replies: 39
Views: 20429
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Forum: Yak-List Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2012 3:38 am Subject: Nanchang accident. |
TSB Identification: CEN12FA462
14 CFR Part 91: General Aviation
Accident occurred Saturday, July 21, 2012 in Walsenburg, CO
Aircraft: NANCHANG CHINA CJ-6A, registration: N96YK
Injuries: 2 Fatal.
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