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2 hours ago, facthunter said:

Extra weight.That might be the Master? Nev

Master is single switch above the group of switches.

27 minutes ago, facthunter said:

Is that one a pull start?  Nev

I see an engine start toggle switch on panel so expect has a starter.

Answer from Tristan at Foxbat Aust.

Mike’s Question

Nose wheel spat removal on a Vixxen A32. What is the procedure to remove the front wheel spat as we are checking how its done tomorrow as a trail for fixing a flat tyre during a trip. Thanks in advance for info. The maintenance manual does not explain this.

 Tristan Mol

Rising contributor

You will need to remove the nose fork and shock from the aircraft to remove the spat. of the fork. Wheel, fork, shock and spat should come away and can be serviced as required on a bench

Mike Saunders

Author

Thanks Tristan, this is on Dave's Yellow Vixxen. Just prepping for a trip starting end of week. So that I have it right, if in the field do you hold the tail down to get nose wheel off the ground (the weight on tail plane spar as in manual) and remove the bolts mentioned above then the spat will come up? Then remove the nose wheel axle?

Tristan Mol

Rising contributor

Mike Saunders yeah get the tail on the ground as described. Then by removing the upper bolt on the shock and strut pivot bolt, the whole wheel assembly will come away allowing for the spat to be slid up and over. That will give plenty of access to the axle nut to remove the wheel.

There are 4 bolts holding the spat to the nose fork. By removing them, you may be to get the spat up far enough to remove the axle bolt enough to remove wheel.

Mike Saunders

Author

Thankyou for info, Appreciated.

What is the procedure to remove the nose wheel spat on a Vixxen A32.  Tomorrow I'm helping a mate practice removal to fix a nose wheel flat tyre.  Tyre is not flat just checking how to gain access as he's doing a trip starting next weekend.  Thanks in advance for any info.

17 minutes ago, facthunter said:

OK Hands up who has ever had a cooked spark plug in a 9xx motor.? . Don't tell me everyone uses wacker or something.  Where are the examples?. Nev

I have used Wacker on all plugs; bought a tube of it in 2010 for $18.  Plugs have been good ULS now and UL previously.

49 minutes ago, Kenlsa said:

We had a Grob 109 at our field and during our 60th anniversary open day I was a passenger in it for a display.  We had a small rain shower leaving drops on the wing. We didn’t make it to our go/no go point due to the lack of lift provided by the wet wings.  Turned back, dried the wing and completed the display.  The pilot said that this was a known Grob issue.  
Ken

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17 minutes ago, Thruster88 said:

If the straps pulled the vertical stabilizer off there would be some marking on the paint. Is anyone actually investing this accident?  Will there be a report?

I hope so.

The loose tail plane needs more info as there is an AD on it from manufacturer. Keen to hear why / how it became loose. Great that it was not a structural failure of the fin base laminate in any way.

9 minutes ago, Farmpilot said:

I have had three flats but I land in paddocks a lot. First was in a canola stubble, I won't do that again, it was cut short but is extremely strong. 

The second I didn't find the cause of but it happened on takeoff so I landed with a flat and tore the valve stem. No amount of goo will plug a leak like that. New tube. 

Third I found flat preflight, goo fixed it for a couple of flights but as the tyre is not rotating in the air, it did not stay sealed. I went for a couple of short local flights to test if the goo would work on a multi leg remote trip. Maybe not. 

The P3 is a sort of foam not like goo therefore better for our application. Just for info.

8 hours ago, Freizeitpilot said:

Thx PMc - as a result of this experience, do you carry anything now ?

For info; In addition to the cans of P3 above I carry the necessary tools to remove the wheel and spare tube (two tubes on distant trips) with a Peter Anson jack and a hand pump.  I also replace tyres at 5 years.  Have not had a flat to date; but ready.  I have been able to assist other flyers with the pump and also one of my tubes.  If I got a thorn puncture I would check type internal for the thorn etc and fit a new tube.  Have some patches as well but new tube best.  A good mate has used the P3 a number of times due to the three spike thorns and it works great.  You need to be as self sufficient as possible; even having spares at your hangar so when needed they are available.  When you need an item it can be out of stock at times.

I carry two of these, they are perfect for tubed tyres. The best in my opinion as does work; as I say on tyres with tubes inside. Cheers

Yep, just a mm or two a times. About 2:30 pm I’m doing first flight for an overnight so will post result.  I recon Flylight will do something like this. I like the wheel as the movement is graduated being the pitch of thread. I drilled hole in wheel to lighten and if needed can insert a pin to hold wheel in its position. Should not need a pin though.

When flying the Nynja I find every now and then I need to adjust my rudder trim, about 2 to 3 mm at times to relieve any light rudder pedal pressure required in flight not uncomfortable but like to have it nice (Last flight to counter need for light right rudder moved bungee 2.5 mm to left and resulted in very slight foot on left rudder.  Therefore; need to move it 0.5 mm to right to obtain sweet spot) 
I had thought of a couple of ways to fabricate an adjustment method from the cabin in flight. 
Today I finished my first version that consists of a morse type push pull control cable that attaches to the rudder bungee (so bungee anchor point can be pushed or pulled off its preferred setting). In the cabin I have made a small wheel that is threaded and mounted between two retainer brackets.  By turning it pulls or pushes the bungee as it travels along the cabin side threaded end of the control cable.  It provides the necessary movement and will try for first time on Saturday afternoon.

28 minutes ago, rhtrudder said:

Would it be possible to replace the pistons and rings and maybe valve guides give the old cylinders a hone and go again, I reckon the bottom end looks solid, could be a cheap way out although I have out jewed myself in the past with mixed results 

I'd phone Wal again and ask a quote to look at your engine and assess it ( compression check, differential pressure check cold and hot) also a quote to replace rings etc.  

50 minutes ago, rhtrudder said:

Only private flying, having trouble trying to justify over $50K on a replacement so I guess I keep up the service and hope for the best, worked okay so far , Wally tells me plenty have well over 3000 up

Maybe have a look with a borescope to see bore and valve condition; will give peace of mind.

On 28/4/2024 at 2:56 PM, Jabiru owner said:

Hi fellow Aviators,

Im not one for forums.

I'm a owner of a jabiru J230 been flying all over Australia for the past 14 years for work and recreation. My aircraft is fully decked out for long distance runs, has auto pilot and EFIS.

It's been a terrific aircraft, most affordable and reliable.

 I'm reaching out to see if anyone else is having issues with micro-air transponder upgrade.

I dropped my unit in January/ February 2023, 

Waited 2 months expecting a call to say its complete. No call.

Contacted Micro-Air in Brisbane,

The reply was, not completed yet issue with parts supplier.

Asked if they had a spare one to use, 

No spares, but you can have your original transponder back, 

Keep your spot in the queue and we will contact you.

Another trip to Brisbane.

Well that was April 2023.

October 2023 I received an email saying I was a selected few for the up grade on the upgrade 

ADSB IN & OUT.

SOUNDS GREAT!

I contacted Micro Air again January/ February 2024, for them to reply in saying parts arrived, pay a $500  deposit and secure your spot in the queue.

Jumped on line,funds transferred ready to roll.

Boom, now we are we getting somewhere, looking forward to getting this completed.

So February/March trip to Brisbane 

again micro air new two office location dropped my transponder off,all positive from the staff, Talk soon.

Im expecting a couple of weeks as told maybe a month.

Rang the Micro Air office two weeks ago, Big explanation again, parts issue, I again asked for a spare to use, no spares I'll get a tech to call you.

By this time im annoyed, Its over 100kms for me to go to Brisbane.

Rang the office 1/2 hour later, I was told that there is a issue with parts, not sure of the time frame, You can come and get your unit, use it and we will be in touch.

Went to the office meet the manager as he wasn't in at 9.30 when I rang and asked for him.

I spoke with the manager expressed my concern about missing out on the rebate and asked if he could

give me a invoice for the parts and upgrade.

I was told by two people the financial person and manager that no problem we will get that email out to you today.

That was two weeks ago, and the only thing I have received is a email from the office lady last Thursday asking me how I was going to pay for it 

EFT or credit card.

I have waited over twelve months for a service, paid $500 to have a spot in a queue and had 4 trips to Brisbane and still no better off.

Does all of this smell like a business struggling financially with zero customer service cashing in on suckers that inherited their product with the aircraft.

WHAT A SCAM. 

I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM OTHERS IN THE SAME POSITION.

ADVICE ON A DIFFERENT TRANSPONDER SET UP WOULD BE APPRECIATED.

WHAT I HAVE WOULDN'T BE EVEN ANY GOOD AS A DOOR STOP.

KIND REGARDS 

SAFE FLYING 

 

 

 

Have you received your back? A mate also has one down there for same upgrade and told being sent yesterday.

41 minutes ago, skippydiesel said:

Near new engine - did a Mandatory SB on carburettors. Had a bag for L/R carby parts. Dont know how? Dont know when? One choke return spring went AWOL. New spring on way - Back in the air very soon😈

OK, your Zephur should be flying soon; RAA are currently processing it.  

13 minutes ago, skippydiesel said:

FYI 

 

BMW Bing choke return spring about $7.50 each.

Not sure of the Rotax Bing choke return spring cost but $23.85 delivered (express post)

What occurred? Rusted through or lost the original.  May pay to get 2 or 3 depending on the condition of the spring on the other carby.

8 minutes ago, skippydiesel said:

Q. Anyone got a (non Rotax) source of Bing carburettor choke return springs??

 

Q. Will the return spring for a Bing 40  fit/do the same job, as fo a Rotax Bing 64 ??

 

Looks too thick, Don't think its suitable. who ever does the 5 yearly's at the airfield should have a number of used springs.  I put a smear of oil on the choke springs at oil changes.  I also carry a spare of the choke and the throttle spring in my onboard parts kit. (I gave a spare choke and throttle spring to my neighbouring mate for his vixxen that is going on a trip soon.

My flight from Mackay to SW of Rockhampton Brisbane Center was issuing strong turbulence advice to the high flyers.  There was crap low level turbulence considering the temp and wind direction and strength so must have been getting downdrafts deflected off the hills that I was feeling at times on both Saturday afternoon and Monday morning.

20 minutes ago, skippydiesel said:

Nice! - I had to pay for mine☹️

Look out for them at OzRunway and CASA presentations.

2 minutes ago, skippydiesel said:

In the air, I use one of those scrib sticks. With this, I am less likely to swipe away the screen in turbulence 😈

I have 3 scrib sticks handy in cockpit; have not had to use on screen yet.  There the scrib stick / biro combo Oz Runways give away at presentations.  Got another 2 at the CASA fuel management presentation last night.  

14 minutes ago, spenaroo said:

Had them for years with motorcycle gloves.

always found them clunky to use.

fine for swiping up etc.. to answer a call.

but too bulky for typing a message (or gps address).
quicker and easier to just take the things off most of the time, then fluff around with the fat finger issue

Which ones Nomex or what I bought?

Bought a pair of touch screen gloves from Aldi ($10-)  They are polyester fabric so not good that way but will add comfort in the cold.

10 minutes ago, 409tonner said:

https://www.ausdip.com.au/
These guys make a good looking dip . I haven’t tried one myself 

That’s Gold 👍👍👍