It's my turn to do the job that's the topic of this particular thread. Even though the thread is almost a decade and a half old, its still pertinent.
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- Sun Dec 03, 2023 4:33 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Fuel Tank Removal & Reinstallation
- Replies: 12
- Views: 55376
- Wed Jun 01, 2022 3:57 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Tailspring Stiffener bolt
- Replies: 10
- Views: 22326
Re: Tailspring Stiffener bolt
Revive of an old thread to update some information. I needed a U bolt as others did years ago. As of today, for about $58, Air Repair has the L-19 cross of 170B part# 0510000-32, U bolt. The part number is 0642133 in L-19 language. Thanks to Air Repair in Mississippi! Once again: 0510000-32 = 0642133
- Tue Apr 05, 2022 9:03 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Tailwheel spring corrosion
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13349
Re: Tailwheel spring corrosion
It's well known that the typical failure point on our spring packs is the bottom-most or "main" leaf spring. But, why? The spring right above the main leaf tends to have a rather sharp right angle to it. This angle generally marks or scores the main leaf spring at the point where they meet...
- Tue Apr 05, 2022 8:50 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Landing Gear Clunk/Lifting Plane
- Replies: 23
- Views: 11136
Re: Landing Gear Clunk/Lifting Plane
Rory, those "plates" are L19 parts, and they are for a tow bar--a big "V" shaped device with pins that go through the holes. I wish I had a tow bar like that, but I'm not a welder yet. In answer to the original question, a great way to get the weight off of both gear legs is to l...
- Tue Apr 05, 2022 8:36 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Lifting the Tail
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1812
Re: Lifting the Tail
Many methods are available -- I've even put the small of my back under a bulkhead and squatted the old lady up! It's not as heavy as you think. Its not too bad with two people. Nonetheless, its not the recommended method. More conventionally, a floor jack under the aft-most bulkhead towards the fish...
- Sat Jan 01, 2022 9:22 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: The super 170
- Replies: 41
- Views: 19493
Re: The super 170
Hello to all, its been a long time. Happy new year! I'm posting to this 10-year-old thread (since its now 2022) in the hopes someone out there may have further information. I stumbled across a set of Cessna 140 skylights for an unbeatable price. One of the best features of the 140 are the skylights-...
- Sun Oct 10, 2021 4:26 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Instrument Panel
- Replies: 23
- Views: 17256
Re: Instrument Panel
I am looking at a similar winter project. I'm happy to cut out my own "blank" from a tracing, but can the experts weigh in on the alloy and thickness? I'm guessing 2024T3 at .062". Further, what are good sources for said aluminum? Wicks is the only outfit that comes to mind. Thanks in...
- Mon Sep 10, 2018 10:54 pm
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Towing hook install on 140, 170 and L-19
- Replies: 14
- Views: 25786
Re: Towing hook install on 140, 170 and L-19
I'm replying to my own post 3 years later because now I am the one in need of information. I am seeking any and all information related to the installation of a Schweizer tow release on a Cessna 170. If you have a copy of an STC (there are 2 that I know of), drawings, or even a 337 I would most sinc...
- Sat Apr 11, 2015 6:00 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: One Fuel Stop or Two?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 16131
Re: One Fuel Stop or Two?
2.
You'll suck up the seat cushion pushing gas one day, and never do it again. Better off skipping that grief.
-Scott
You'll suck up the seat cushion pushing gas one day, and never do it again. Better off skipping that grief.
-Scott
- Sat Apr 11, 2015 5:58 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: The Great Cross Country
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5587
Re: The Great Cross Country
30 years flying in a Champ, Aryana? That must be some record -- you probably should get your airspeed indicator calibrated if you haven't left the state in that long. I mean, Champs are a little slow but .......
(feeling slightly mischevious)
-Scott
(feeling slightly mischevious)
-Scott
- Sat Apr 11, 2015 5:53 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Aerocet 2200 Floats for the 170
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2613
Re: Aerocet 2200 Floats for the 170
I'm waiting for #4 so I can put my deposit down. I'm #3!
-Scott
-Scott
- Sat Apr 11, 2015 5:40 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: Towing hook install on 140, 170 and L-19
- Replies: 14
- Views: 25786
Re: Towing hook install on 140, 170 and L-19
The best thing about that recently-released Cessna video was the link to the folks who now manufacture the Schweizer-style tow hook. They are called Wings Unlimited, and following this link: http://www.wingsunlimitedtowhooks.com/technical.html Will let you download a pdf entitled "Cessna 140-17...
- Sat Apr 11, 2015 5:27 am
- Forum: The Pilot Lounge
- Topic: The Great Cross Country
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5587
Re: The Great Cross Country
Airplane "road trips" are the best! Enjoy!
- Sat Mar 28, 2015 5:18 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Baggage door w/aux tank?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3423
Re: Baggage door w/aux tank?
I've seen a few airplanes with a baggage door and an aux tank. The tank occupies about 4" or 5" from the bottom of the floor -- so when you open the baggage door, you get a nice view of the Javelin (or similar). I like the idea of being able to cart around 18 more gallons, but the up-down-...
- Fri Nov 14, 2014 7:22 pm
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Replacing the landing gear legs
- Replies: 11
- Views: 9145
Re: Replacing the landing gear legs
Not to be glib, but the easiest way is to hoist the airplane by seaplane eyebolts. This can even be done with an engine hoist (for one side). The eyebolts can be purchased relatively cheaply from Air Repair. The L-19 parts are the same as for the 170. There's a good thread on installation which isn'...