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What’s the story on air-oil separators? Do they keep oil off the belly? Do they put water and acids back into the engine? Are they worth having?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

What’s the story on air-oil separators? Do they keep oil off the belly? Do they put water and acids back into the engine? Are they…

Frequently Asked Questions Maintenance Vacuum Systems And Gyro Instruments

I’m getting ready to replace my vacuum pump next annual. I fly in IMC and would like to have the best on the market, plus any backup vacuum system I might add to the plane. My plane is a 1967 A23-24 Super III 200 HP. Looking for any suggestions.

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

I’m getting ready to replace my vacuum pump next annual. I fly in IMC and would like to have the best on the market, plus…

Cabin Equipment (Extinguishers, Towbars, etc.)Frequently Asked Questions Parts Information

The small towbar that came with the plane is very inadequate for any kind of serious aircraft movement. I was wondering if anyone had any positive recommendations for powered (gas or electric) towing systems. I would also be interested in any reco

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

The small towbar that came with the plane is very inadequate for any kind of serious aircraft movement. I was wondering if anyone had any…

Frequently Asked Questions Website/Membership

Okay, so I’ve tried to register and/or I tried to use the ‘Log in Problems?’ link because I forgot my password. But I have not received any emails back yet! What do I do?!?!

By Tim Flight | Jan 1, 1970

Okay, so I’ve tried to register and/or I tried to use the ‘Log in Problems?’ link because I forgot my password. But I have not…

Frequently Asked Questions Parts Information Parts Suitability

My fuel-injected IO346 uses a high pressure boost pump that apparently differs from the fuel injected Lycoming pump and the carbureted engine pumps. The parts book calls for PN 4140-00-11, but that pump does not appear to be available new from anywhe

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

My fuel-injected IO346 uses a high pressure boost pump that apparently differs from the fuel injected Lycoming pump and the carbureted engine pumps. The parts…

Engine And Prop Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions Maintenance

My Musketeer has the Continental IO346 engine. Sometimes it wants to die when I pull the throttle back to idle. I also get conflicting advice on when to use the boost pump. Can you help?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

My Musketeer has the Continental IO346 engine. Sometimes it wants to die when I pull the throttle back to idle. I also get conflicting advice…

Airframe Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions Maintenance

I have an early Model 23 Musketeer, and I need to replace the motor mount cushions (“Lord Mounts”). Someone told me that there are two different numbers for these mounts, for the early planes. What’s the true story?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

I have an early Model 23 Musketeer, and I need to replace the motor mount cushions (“Lord Mounts”). Someone told me that there are two…

Airframe Electrical And Instruments Frequently Asked Questions Maintenance

With credits to Cloyd VanHook, BAC founder and first President: My airspeed indicator suddenly seems to be reading much too low. What should I check?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

With credits to Cloyd VanHook, BAC founder and first President: My airspeed indicator suddenly seems to be reading much too low. What should I check?…

Airframe Model Inquiries Frequently Asked Questions Purchasing/Selling B.A.C. Aircraft

My name is Jason and I just signed up for the forum. I appreciate being able to post questions here. I’m possibly in the market for a Sierra and was wanting to get some input from folks who own/fly a Sierra. Basically what their take on them is as far as

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970

My name is Jason and I just signed up for the forum. I appreciate being able to post questions here. I’m possibly in the market…

Frequently Asked Questions Pre-Purchase Inspection Purchasing/Selling B.A.C. Aircraft

How should I setup a pre-purchase inspection? Is a “fresh annual” good enough?

By n76lima | Jan 1, 1970

How should I setup a pre-purchase inspection? Is a “fresh annual” good enough? I suggest that anyone planning to buy, negotiate the deal with the…