skippydiesel

1 hour ago, danny_galaga said:

Nope..it's a different design. It doesn't need it.

I stand to be corrected -My knowledge of electronics is virtually zero but I seem to recall that this is how the Rotax  regulator started out only to retrospectively advise the installation of a capacitor after multiple failures?

Smidgion short of 200 views. The interests is there but no one willing to have a small punt.

Commooooon!, even the unused batteries should be worth a few $$, for anyone who has broken off their transponder antenna, my hard to break ones must have possibilities (even as spares) and what of the VSI ? working when removed. The control column accessory mount (think Garmin) can hold (with some Velcro) almost any small Nav device including your phone.😈

1 hour ago, Blueadventures said:

You should verify if the radio works; would not be hard and will assist the advert.  I bought a handheld aircraft receiver from the site shop for $64.95 delivered.  Will use it as the hangar radio to monitor traffic calls locally.  If yours works someone may have a use for it. Cheers

Thanks Blue,

I think at least two of the transceivers work but have deliberately avoided making any claims about condition. There are some pretty handy electronics enthusiasts on this Forum - that they might be intersted in  the electronic stuff and the home builders in the rest.

REMINDER!!! - YOU CAN MAKE AN OFFER, given the level of enthusiasm, first offer likly to get the lot.😈

Interest continues (views) but no takers - perhaps you are put off by the lack of a price???????😈

On 15/10/2024 at 6:00 AM, RFguy said:

interesting lens

no specs on luminosity.  limited on brightness I think on the small number of LEDs.

but probably fine in the circuit on a dark night 

The RV4 pilot who recommended this unit, seemed to think it met  all of the standards for this sort of device.

55 minutes ago, danny_galaga said:

Being the Xmas month, and the fact AliExpress sellers use any old fly by night couriers at the receiver end, you should get it by early February if you order now 😄

Tempting Danny.

Will hold out a little longer in the hope of finding  a "stiff" pipe.

Thanks

Awesome teamwork. That first officer can fly with me an day.😈

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.😈

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.

56 minutes ago, Thruster88 said:

I know a good tig welder however I would favor the hose clamps because this will allow the aluminium to grip the underlying steel? support structure. Many certified aircraft cabin heat muffs on the exhaust are done this way, PA28 etc. Just allow some over lap at the join. 

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.

26 minutes ago, Marty_d said:

Sorry Skippy, my fat fingers somehow managed to rate this topic. Wasn't trying to.

Dont be sorry, any excuse for a chat😈

Could be an ATEC Faeta NG.

Check out the  lower stall , same cruise of the high HS of the original Faeta

Had quite a few views - So far no responder's. You can put your own value/price on the stiff you know😈

1 hour ago, Thruster88 said:

So this sounds like an exhaust augmented cooling system? One option would be to roll the desired material  and secure with hose clamps or tig weld.

Good thought Thruster.  Tig weld would be the way to go. Any suggestions as to who might provide such a service?

11 hours ago, rodgerc said:

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.

12 hours ago, onetrack said:

Skippy, here you go, from our finest quality aircraft parts supplier...... 😄

 

https://www.aliexpress.com/i/33009213721.html

There's a thought - Existing tube solid - Will dwell on this idea. Thanks

3 hours ago, turboplanner said:

Laminate an FRP tube; make 2 halves bolted together.

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.

2 hours ago, Thruster88 said:

Why not scat hose as used in aircraft?

Thanks Thruster,

3 hours ago, turboplanner said:

Laminate an FRP tube; make 2 halves bolted together.

This is an part of an exhaust extractor system. Dont think SCAT would tolerate the heat for very long. 

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

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.

If this guy didnt oversell every point, the video would be 75% shorter.  A real endurance effort to get through it - I failed.😈

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.

37 minutes ago, BrendAn said:

Why are people recommending ga training. He needs raaus.

If the endorsement you want is not available, in your area, through RAA school, it may be with a GA provider. No brainer!

1 hour ago, BurnieM said:

This is scary.

Not having a basic mechanical understanding exposes you to risk.

 

What else is he exercising bad judgement over ?

Some may say "......having a basic mechanical understanding exposes you to GREATER risk."

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