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- Sat Jan 10, 2015 2:29 am
- Forum: The Hangar
- Topic: Rudder cable replacement
- Replies: 9
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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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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.