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by N2613V
Sat Jan 10, 2015 2:29 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Rudder cable replacement
Replies: 9
Views: 10947

Rudder cable replacement

I am in the process of replacing the rudder cables on N2613V C-170 ser no 18123. I have replacement cables from McFarland and started to pull the old ones out and the threaded rod that screws into the turnbuckle will not fit through the #6 formica fairlead just inside the fuselage where the cable co...
by N2613V
Wed Apr 02, 2014 12:13 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 48-170 Gas Tank Cover gaskets (Gas caps)
Replies: 8
Views: 12403

Re: 48-170 Gas Tank Cover gaskets (Gas caps)

I fought with the gasket problem and water in the fuel tanks for years. I came up with an alternative. I obtained 337 approval for installation of Cessna 206 fuel caps and have not had a drop of water in my fuel since. I believe the 337 is available through the library, however if not and you are in...
by N2613V
Thu Aug 22, 2013 5:40 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: New fuel tank gas caps
Replies: 31
Views: 31560

Re: New fuel tank gas caps

I have been fighting with water in the fuel tanks for years on my C-170. Replaced the o rings and split washers, used the over wing fabric covers. After having N2613V turn into a sail plane a couple of miles from the airport I decided that something had to be done. After a lot of thought and researc...
by N2613V
Thu Aug 22, 2013 5:25 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Rudder Balance
Replies: 10
Views: 6290

Re: Rudder Balance

I recently had to repair my rudder and after searching for Cessna Data on the balancing I located a the attached document prepared by Parts/MX coordinator, Tom Hall. I spoke with Tom and he advised that according to Cessna the balance on the rudder is not critical due to low speeds and the fact that...
by N2613V
Mon May 10, 2010 4:45 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Franklin 220 conversion for a 1948 170
Replies: 7
Views: 9368

Franklin 220 conversion for a 1948 170

I am looking into replacing my 0300 with a Franklin 6A 350. I am interested in any information on STC's and or photos of a conversion. Any information will be greatly appreciated.