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I’m having problems with my KR86 ADF. It has what appears to be alternator noise in it, and almost no effective range. If the alternator is offline, the ADF seems to work fine. I’ve already spent a lot of money chasing this problem, including a new fil

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I’m having problems with my KR86 ADF. It has what appears to be alternator noise in it, and almost no effective range. If the alternator…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsFuel System MaintenanceMaintenance

Once again I need some help. My mechanic discovered a fuel leak at the root of the left wing of my B23. We are not sure of the best way to access this area to find the leak. Walt

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Once again I need some help. My mechanic discovered a fuel leak at the root of the left wing of my B23. We are not…
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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

I have about 2050 TT on plane and prop, in my logs it says the propeller was dynamic balanced at 1,633 hours. What is the difference between dynamic balancing and overhauling the prop. I ask because when I have N9198S painted this winter I was going t

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I have about 2050 TT on plane and prop, in my logs it says the propeller was dynamic balanced at 1,633 hours. What is the…
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FAA RegulationsFrequently Asked QuestionsOperational Regulations

What is the true story about two small children sharing one seat belt, either on a bench seat or when they fit on a single seat?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
What is the true story about two small children sharing one seat belt, either on a bench seat or when they fit on a single…
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Airframe MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

Carl Link – Pivot joint and hinge point wear and play. I have some fore and aft joint play or wear at the top attachment point on my rudder. I intend to get it fixed as soon as possible. The only thing my parts book shows me is a bushing there. It

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Carl Link – Pivot joint and hinge point wear and play. I have some fore and aft joint play or wear at the top attachment…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsParts InformationParts Suitability

I saw that Vantage Plane Plastics in Tucson makes a glareshield for the B19/B24R/C23. Does anyone know how that part differs from the glareshield on an A23-24. At some point I would like to replace mine but Rapid wants $600! Ric Stephens

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I saw that Vantage Plane Plastics in Tucson makes a glareshield for the B19/B24R/C23. Does anyone know how that part differs from the glareshield on…
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Frequently Asked QuestionsParts InformationParts Suitability

Why do I think that I would be happier with non-tinted windows? I have had green before and my opinion is that it just cuts down on visiblity with minimum effect on glare and heat absorbsion. I will replace my windshield and side windows (C23) at ann

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Why do I think that I would be happier with non-tinted windows? I have had green before and my opinion is that it just cuts…
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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

Carl Link: My mechanic, checking on an oil leak, told me that my IO-360 has sagged a bit on the Lord mounts, letting the alternator rub on the right angle Airequip fitting that connects the oil line to the oil cooler. He’s ordered a new fitting and says

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Carl Link: My mechanic, checking on an oil leak, told me that my IO-360 has sagged a bit on the Lord mounts, letting the alternator…
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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

I have read that the engine mount cushions can or should be periodically rotated 180 degrees to reverse any “sag”, thereby extending their useful life. Is this true?

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
I have read that the engine mount cushions can or should be periodically rotated 180 degrees to reverse any “sag”, thereby extending their useful life.…
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Engine And Prop MaintenanceFrequently Asked QuestionsMaintenance

Rick Cantrell: Two days ago I started the engine; she had a slight cough for 5-10 seconds, then ran just a little rough. After about one minute she ran fine. It may have been there before and I just did not notice it. My questions are: Is this

By Rellihan | Jan 1, 1970
Rick Cantrell: Two days ago I started the engine; she had a slight cough for 5-10 seconds, then ran just a little rough. After about…
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