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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

I have a broken alternator bracket, and it isn’t the first time. What’s going on? Search strings: alternator mount bracket, mounting bracket, aft brace, alternator mounting bracket, alternator mounting brace, link.

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I have a broken alternator bracket, and it isn’t the first time. What’s going on? Search strings: alternator mount bracket, mounting bracket, aft brace, alternator…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsParts InformationParts Sources

What can you tell me about the parts used to mount the horizontal Stabilator? Search strings: horizontal stabilizer bearings, bearing replacement, horizontal stabilator bearings, stabilator bushings, stabilizer bearings, stabilizer bushings, new bearin

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What can you tell me about the parts used to mount the horizontal Stabilator? Search strings: horizontal stabilizer bearings, bearing replacement, horizontal stabilator bearings, stabilator…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsParts InformationParts Sources

Where can I find new propeller bolts? Search strings: prop bolts, new bolts

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Where can I find new propeller bolts? Search strings: prop bolts, new bolts Please visit this link, for a reliable source of proper propeller bolt…
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Avionics And InstrumentsAvionics Shop ReferralsFrequently Asked Questions

Where can I get air gyros and electric gyros repaired? Search strings: gyro repair, instrument repair, avionics repair, gyro overhaul, autopilot repair

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Where can I get air gyros and electric gyros repaired? Search strings: gyro repair, instrument repair, avionics repair, gyro overhaul, autopilot repair Depends on what…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsMaintenanceTools And Techniques

What are good jacks and a tailstand, to help me carry out proper lubrication, etc.? Are the tailstand kits any good? Search strings: jack stands, tail stands, tailstands, aircraft jacks, jacking

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What are good jacks and a tailstand, to help me carry out proper lubrication, etc.? Are the tailstand kits any good? Search strings: jack stands,…
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Airframe MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

What has to be done to replace the trim wheel in my plane? Search strings: trim wheel replacement, new trim wheel, broken trim wheel, electric trim, bad trim wheel, replace my trim wheel.

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What has to be done to replace the trim wheel in my plane? Search strings: trim wheel replacement, new trim wheel, broken trim wheel, electric…
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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

I have the 3-blade McCauley Top Prop conversion on my Sierra. The spinner sits much closer to the cowl opening; probably a good half-inch closer. This may be great from a drag standpoint. But it is murder trying to get the lower cowl reinstalled wi

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I have the 3-blade McCauley Top Prop conversion on my Sierra. The spinner sits much closer to the cowl opening; probably a good half-inch closer.…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsParts InformationParts Suitability

I noticed a spot on the RH side of the round ring or collar at the top of my Sundowner’s landing gear. It looks like a big countersunk hole, but either with nothing in it, or with something blocking the bottom of the hole. My mechanic thinks it’s su

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I noticed a spot on the RH side of the round ring or collar at the top of my Sundowner’s landing gear. It looks like…
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Airframe MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

What in the heck can I do to repair the large baggage door? It seems to be curling out at the top and bottom. It has corrosion coming through the skin. It leaks like a sieve. Search strings: baggage door repair, baggage door skin, new baggage do

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What in the heck can I do to repair the large baggage door? It seems to be curling out at the top and bottom. It…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsHoses and DuctsMaintenance

What do I need to know about replacing all of the pressure hoses on my Musketeer Super’s engine? Search strings: hose replacement, replace my hoses, engine hoses, Teflon hose, 124J, brake hoses, fuel hoses

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What do I need to know about replacing all of the pressure hoses on my Musketeer Super’s engine? Search strings: hose replacement, replace my hoses,…
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