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    The RV4 pilot who recommended this unit, seemed to think it met all of the standards for this sort of device.
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    Tempting Danny. Will hold out a little longer in the hope of finding a "stiff" pipe. Thanks
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    Awesome teamwork. That first officer can fly with me an day.😈
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    My local Holden dealership tormented me (knowing my passion for almost all things diesel) with the suggestion that Holden was considering fitting their 6 speed (manual) ute with a 3L turbo diesel - would have bought one for sure.😈
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    Seems that 61.6 ID rolling is considered to be more of a hobby than a commercial service. I can purchase a 610mm "slip roller" for $473. Tad expensive for a one off. Anyone out there got one I can borrow/use/pay you to do the job.
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    The duct (part of an exhaust extraction system) need to be reasonably air tight or wont work. Overlap might do the trick, clamps add significantly to weight but a lot cheaper than welder time.
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    Dont be sorry, any excuse for a chat😈
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    Could be an ATEC Faeta NG. Check out the lower stall , same cruise of the high HS of the original Faeta
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    Had quite a few views - So far no responder's. You can put your own value/price on the stiff you know😈
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    Good thought Thruster. Tig weld would be the way to go. Any suggestions as to who might provide such a service?
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    Thanks Roger - Most of this pipe has the wrong ID but as I said I am talking to a custom intercooler manufacturer who may be able to assist me.
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    There's a thought - Existing tube solid - Will dwell on this idea. Thanks
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    Thanks Turbo, The original pipe (that I damaged) is metal - I think aluminium alloy but may be something else. Came with the partially completed project, so I assume sourced in AU.
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    Thanks Thruster, This is an part of an exhaust extractor system. Dont think SCAT would tolerate the heat for very long.
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    Hi All, I need to replace a hot air duct. The critical dimensions are ID & length. ID 61.6 mm x Length 550 mm Fitting over existing structures/supports is the reason for the ID (could probably get away with a little bigger, but smaller would be problematic). Original tube had an aproximately 1 mm wall thickness. I think OD is going to be around 2.5 in, in the Devil's measurement system that most suppliers seem to use. Note: measuring device (& operator) not as precise as might be hoped. Have tried all the aircraft suppliers of tube, that come up on Google - no joy. Tried a few commercial aluminium suppliers - min wall thickness 2 -3 mm in this size pipe, making ID way to small . Currently corresponding with a custom intercooler builder but not holding out much hope. Suggestions welcome
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    Friction modifiers have been around as long as man has wanted to make it easier to move one surface against another -be warned, even those that work, may NOT BE COST EFFECTIVE.
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    If this guy didnt oversell every point, the video would be 75% shorter. A real endurance effort to get through it - I failed.😈
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    With regards to the people offering training in a Decathlon out of Moorabbin, my understanding is I can't fly VH registered aircraft under my RPC and no flying in controlled airspace unless I convert to RPL. Is it possible to do endorsements in aircraft I can not fly solo? The answer, is contained in the proceeding comments from those saying go GA if RAA unable to help. An endorsement does not necessarily require you fly solo, so VH & CTA okay, with instructor on board.
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    More Stuff

    skippydiesel posted a classified in Aircraft Parts

    More information about "More Stuff"
    Control Column accessory mount - not used Two homemade damage resistant Transponder antenna - never used
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    If the endorsement you want is not available, in your area, through RAA school, it may be with a GA provider. No brainer!
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    Some may say "......having a basic mechanical understanding exposes you to GREATER risk."
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    SEE CLASSIFIEDS
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    More information about "Having Clean Out"
    The following items are for sale. Make me a fair offer and the group is yours + delivery (which could be free, if within 130 Nm flying range of The Oaks, you can wait for flyable weather and you shout me a refreshment). I am making no claims as to function, some stuff was working when removed (years ago), some I inherited with my aircraft, never seen installed /operating. Much preferer to sell by the groups shown OR the lot to one purchaser. More details & photos' available on request; Comms photo; Transceivers: ICOM-A20 x 2 DELCOM X 1 Antenna to suit Batteries to suit - two batteries never used Delcom Intercom - INT 2000 (two place) Instruments Photo: VSI 3" - ft/min VSI 2" - Cambridge Aero Instruments - knots Transponder - King KT776A Autopilot - Cambridge Aero Instruments Slip Ball 2.25" - ? Automotive vacuum gauge - might be fun to have on your panel.
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    Wanted - Europa

    skippydiesel commented on KING's classified in Aircraft

    Good luck. I spent two years trying to find one. Almost had two. Should have bought the first one & fixed the issues, such is life! The other was pulled from sale by the owner/builder, after accepting my offer - he had successful cataract surgery and decided he wanted to continue flying. The few others I considered, did not make the grade, for one reason or another. It wasn't a total loss; I learnt a lot - always good and now don't trust aircraft sales persons (even worse than the car variety). Eventually purchased an all metal one; Sonex Legacy/Rotax 912ULS 😈
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    This is what I was responding to; "I had the covers on the stab and tail, but that requires the stab to be at neutral position, and that means water cant get out.... so, leaving those covers off..." I had this problem with mine - a few strategic drain holes, in the cover, using a soldering iron, solved my water catchments problem.😈
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