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UPDATE on Dynon problem. Horsham Aviation may have solved my Dynon ADAHRS repeating failure. On advice from LAME, I disconcerted my Pitot/Static/ A of A tubes from the ADAHRS module EUREKA!!!! system immediately worked correctly. One or more tubes would seem to be partially blocked confusing the ADAHRS electronics. I blew out all three tubes, using a 12V compressor - no indication of back pressure. Re attached all three tubes - system continues to work. Such a simple fix, after many months of complex testing, diagnostic downloads & about 4 replacement ADAHRS modules and one loner SV (screen). In the past the system has failed at between 3-6 Hobbs hours, so it will be interesting to see if I can get past this pattern. Living in hope!😈

Your insurance company when you crash - you just voided the cover😈

All I know about MOSAIC is from the video above- sounds very similar to what Australia already has ( less the high stall)😈

Sonex HW - No wing struts Likly smaller capacity engine range Retained less than desirable undercarriage design (round spring steel) Problematic fuelling point just in front of polycarbonate windscreen Typical Sonex rather nasty transition point just behind door Electric flaps & trim - bit of a non KISS innovation 😈.

Not relevant - The fact remains the balance weight is moving within the elevator - not a good situaton. Balance weights are supposed to remain at a fixed distance from the hinge mechanism - if its moving in whole or part it needs fixing. All I have done is suggest some possible techniques. that may achieve the repair.😈

No I hadn't - Now have. Doesn't change my suggestion(s) Loose balance (shot) seems to be a very undesirable situaton Composite "horns" look to be waiting for careful "undressing" - suggest inner flat can, with great care, be opened up using something like a Dremel cut off wheel (use goggles, quality dust mask & vacuum cleaner to containe as much dust as possible). Piece removed could possibly used in "repairing" opening. I have a further thought about about "epoxy" fix - IF in fact epoxy has failed, it would be unwise to try and just fix the problem by pouring epoxy mixed with shot into a hole in elevator horn - this leaves the integrity of the "old" epoxy/shot mix in question. Also you could still open up the horn - remove ALL old shot/epoxy and replace with fresh of same mass😈

OR dismantle the elevator ends Remove shot & carefully weigh & records the weight. Make a female mold of the shape/size of weight to put into/onto the horn- at a pinch you can use wood, might be better with something like cement. Almost any shape able/mouldable material that will temporarily stand up to molten lead will be suitable. Melt lead (add a little extra) in any old saucepans/tin that you can hold over a flame (wood/gas) Pour molten lead into mould - will "set" within a minute or two. When you have two cool shaped lead weights - adjust weight by shaving or drilling to correct weight as advised by kit manufactures or as per original removed weight. Refit/attach weights to elevator. Refit elevator Go fly NOTE: Making a "solid" weight out of shot, using epoxy, will result in a change of mass - you will need to adjust accordingly. 😈

All good BUT To what What Curtis fuel drain are you referring?? AND What part number and/or dimensions are the "O" rings.😈

A very diffrent context. Like so much in English - context is everything. 😈

As advised earlier: Repco Australia only stock those Gates products deemed to have automotive applications - they do not stock 8GHT hydraulic oil hose. 8GHT hydraulic oil hose, can be had from a hydraulic service company called Hydrolink (there may be others) 8GHT is not supplied by Repco. You will find it in a hydraulics service/parts supply😈

Thanks Onetrack Started life in imperial, (the Devils system) took to metric like a duck to water. Hated imperial ever since especially aviaton imperial. Perversely, still do some things in imperial, flying (partly M) tyre pressures & human height - weird! Back to "O" rings - I was hoping thet the valve ring might be a standard. Mine have yet to leak, so would like to put some on the shelf, for when they inevitably do. Already had the specifications - just don't know if suits my valves.😈

IS THIS THE CORRECT PN MS29513-007?/ I have this style for my wing tanks - you can see the little "O" ring that needs to be replaced from time to time This type on my Gascolator - again "O" ring can be seen & replaced 😈

Really!- the valve part has nothing to do with the thread size. But being US you are probably/disappointingly correct 😈

Do all (small aircraft) Curtis Drains use the same "O" ring?😈

Just curious, what might the cost (in AU) be of: The correct "O" ring ? Replacing the whole unit ? 😈

ALL good! There was a wing lift devise, at The Oaks, a few weeks back, being used for the very work you describe.😈

Hi PureCaboose, If you are located at YMIG, as your details suggest, you should know that you have no less than two very experienced Jab maintainers at The Oaks, who I am sure can answer your question with the appropriate authority. Contact me through the personnel system, if you would like to proceed down this path.😈

Isn't voyeurism some sort of crime?😈

Wing Removal Nothing is ever simple - my Sonex has wing tanks and although the spar's are only secured with two bolts, they are difficult access/remove and a nightmare to replace - then there is the actual wing removal/replacement - best done with three people, can get away with two. I would also expect that the Sonex aluminium skinned wing would be more prone to damage than the composite Europa wing. Sonex have the Onex which is/can be built with a wing fold mechanism. Overseas Purchase Bit costly to inspect/have a demo flight and then there is the freight & import costs. I guess if I had a trustworthy agent in the country of sale, it may have been an option, subject to overall cost considerations. Anyhow & happy with my Sonex😈

It is true! - pilots come in all shapes & sizes😈

Its a long story during CV19 period, which complicated going on inspections. I particularly wanted a Rotax 912 ULS powered aircraft, preferably a Europa XS - Jab available but never went down this track. My first attempt was likly the closest I came to a purchase - short window of semi freedom during CV19, drove The Oaks - SE Qld. Europa XS, with most of the bells & whistles, looked great. Demo flight, with demo pilot, I became CO sick. One hour demo aborted after 20 minutes. Owner knew all about the CO problem - had not divulged this little gem. I, very angry, ended negations. Later found out, fix fairly straightforward - "act in hast, repent at leisure" - such is life. Second - never actually saw the aircraft, a Classic, owner builder (RAAF pilot) when informed I did not have my Tail Wheel endorsement (do now) - ended phone/email conversation. Last - XS conventional tail (tri gear) dragger. Aged owner builder, under pressure from family to sell. Made two inspection visits to southern NSW. Made a bid, accepted. Owner had cataract surgery & withdrew the aircraft from sale - such is life. Europa's don't come on the market that often, so the above, including several dead ends, took a bit over 2 years During my Europa journey I had great help from Europa UK & from the man I came to think of as Mr Europa Australia (I believe he owns two). My Sonex , popped up during my on line searches. In many ways a metal Europa. Wish I had the easily removable wings - would solve my hanger availability problems. Sonex is a great little aircraft, very happy with her.😈

"A Europa is the best all purpose light aircraft ever designed...................................... " As a long time admirer/supporter of Europa (I tried very hard, over 2 + years ,to purchase one of the very few that came up for sale in that particular calendar period) I have to say that I almost agree with you effervescing just a "little" exaggerated description "Nobody is able to afford my invoice, self included, for formatting everyone's data sets for them. We are all in Big School now wearing Big Pants playing with Big Toys reading Big Books" The problem I have with those who tantalise, with partial advise/recommendations/ observations, is that it smacks of a weird sort of elitism - why not go the whole hog & complete the job. So often accompanied or followed by slightly demining language . Sad realy, fortunately only arises very occasionally.😈

Do you happen to know, which of the three, currently available, Kitfox are you building? If intersted the following may assist with your background knowledge; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denney_Kitfox https://kitfoxaircraft.com/our-story/ Their claim to "...... 100% USA manufactured." fails to acknowledge the Austrian origins of he Rotax power plants. Not an unusual claim in the current USA marketing psyche😈

Really! How interesting. I assume there have been significant changes, to the original airframe (that I had a ride in about 1991) to accomodate such an increase in hp - do tell😈