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David Krakowsky
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Slick Magnetos 500 Hours Inspection
Started this discussion. Last reply by david shrader Aug 29. 7 Replies 0 Likes
For you Continental 0-200 owners, I am interested in your thoughts on Magneto 500 Hour inspections.My aircraft has over 500 hours on my Slick Mags. A 500 hour inspection at a reputable Magneto shop…Continue
Bargain ads b on ebay
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky May 18. 2 Replies 1 Like
if you want a real cheap ads b out option, there is a ilevil beacon listed for sale, on EBay, new for $895.00thats about $500 off the price, includes GPS.so for less than a thousand bucks you can be…Continue
Deal on barnstormers 601XL partially built with engine
Started Apr 26 0 Replies 0 Likes
there is a 601XL with a new Jabiru 6 cylinder motorlooks like it’s almost finished it’s the n NYif you are in the market for one, check it out on Barnstormersi am in no way connected to it, just…Continue
Facet 40 105 fuel pump crapped out today
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Mar 30. 12 Replies 0 Likes
during my pre flight today, my 12 year old Facet 40 105 electric back up fuel pump made lots of clicking noises but could not develop any pressure.usually it clicks a lot until it developed pressure…Continue
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David Krakowsky posted a discussionSlick Magnetos 500 Hours Inspection
For you Continental 0-200 owners, I am interested in your thoughts on Magneto 500 Hour inspections.My aircraft has over 500 hours on my Slick Mags. A 500 hour inspection at a reputable Magneto shop runs a minimum of $375.00 each, if the coils test good. If a coil is shot add another $250.00 The 500 hour inspection includes new points, bearings and seals.My mags are fine right now, and I am wondering if i should leave them as they are and try to get as many hours as I can out of them, and than…See More
David Krakowsky posted a discussionBargain ads b on ebay
if you want a real cheap ads b out option, there is a ilevil beacon listed for sale, on EBay, new for $895.00thats about $500 off the price, includes GPS.so for less than a thousand bucks you can be ads b compliant.i have nothing to do with this sale, just passing it on. If I didn’t already have ADSB I’d be all over it.DaveSee More
David Krakowsky posted a discussionFacet 40 105 fuel pump crapped out today
during my pre flight today, my 12 year old Facet 40 105 electric back up fuel pump made lots of clicking noises but could not develop any pressure.usually it clicks a lot until it developed pressure than slows down. Today all it did as click a lot with no pressure, and no slow down.i ordered a replacement today from Aircraft Spruce.just curious if anyone else ever ran into a similar problem with these pumps.i know they just quit and stop making any noise, , but I have never heard of one stop…See More
David Krakowsky posted a discussionBrackett Air Filter users, Please Read!
i have been a user of Brackett foam filters for years, at my just completed annual, 12 months, 65 hours I found my BA-4108 severely disintegrated. This was not visible from the front of the filter, only when I removed it. See the photos. I inspected my carb and intake tube and found no contamination. I was very lucky to catch it in time. Engine is a Continental O-200.i contacted Brackett, Scott, the head guy was very concerned, he offered to pay to inspect the carb and intake for contamination.…See More
David Krakowsky posted a discussionMy Viking Bungee Comments
I have owned my AMD factory built 601XLB for almost three years. I replaced my tired bungee at that point in time. As you all know it's a pain to do once an engine Is installed.Well, 200 flights later I see signs that the bungee is starting to deteriorate.Viking came up with a permanent replacement so I installed it.Seems well engineered. The install looked easier than replacing the bungee.Unfortinately it seems that the factory built AMD does not have the plastic cap on the top of the strut.…See More
David Krakowsky posted a blog postADS-B installed
Installed a Skyguard ADS-B in and out system with AHRSInstall took two days, first day brackets and antennas.Second day power, data, switch, breaker, cables.Not a hard install, being a Amatuer radio operator probably helped. Don at Skyguard has great customer support.Got an FAA report, all ok.There are some great new products coming out there for experimental aircraft. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about doing your own install.See More
Jeff Garrett left a comment for David Krakowsky"David
The shippinp will be $20.00. Yes you will be happy with the fit and finish. I just got finished making new molds for these parts. You will need to scuff,prime,and paint them of course.
Please give me a call when you can 502-536-3481"
David Krakowsky posted a discussionO-200 parts source pushrods tube seals newer design
I have a continental O-200 of recent (2006) vintage. It has the newer spring loaded pushrods tubes. I want to replace the seals on the tubes, but can't seem toFind a source for the seals. Spruce and Chief and all the regulars seem to stock the older style with the wire clamps. I know Real has a kit to convert, but I don't want to convert when I already have a similar spring tensioned system. Any suggestion?DaveSee More
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- ZODIAC CH 601, ZODIAC XL
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- Continental O-200
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- Bought N183AM(now 601XP)AMD factory built 601XLB November 2014, pilot since 1991, This is the fifth aircraft I have owned. I am retired law enforcement. I am a private pilot, high performance endorsement, tailwheel endorsement. Flying light sport now. Plane is registered as a ELSA and I have the repairman's certificate.
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- KLNA Lantana Florida
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ADS-B installed
Posted on June 11, 2017 at 9:32pm 3 Comments 1 Like
Installed a Skyguard ADS-B in and out system with AHRS
Install took two days, first day brackets and antennas.
Second day power, data, switch, breaker, cables.
Not a hard install, being a Amatuer radio operator probably helped. Don at Skyguard has great customer support.
Got an FAA report, all ok.
There are some great new products coming out there for experimental aircraft. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about doing your own install.
Install took two days, first day brackets and antennas.
Second day power, data, switch, breaker, cables.
Not a hard install, being a Amatuer radio operator probably helped. Don at Skyguard has great customer support.
Got an FAA report, all ok.
There are some great new products coming out there for experimental aircraft. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about doing your own install.
N601XP
Posted on February 5, 2015 at 2:00pm 3 Comments 3 Likes
My plane is a factory built AMD Zodiac 601XLB
Attended Rainbow Aviation Repairman 16 Hour course in Lakeland Florida, January 2014
Purchased November 2014, changed SLSA Certificate to ELSA January 2015
Received repairman certificate for the airplane February 2015
Plane has a Dynon D180 with AOA Option, Garmin SL40 Com radio, Garmin digital Transponder, Garmin 396 with air gizmo mount, Garmin Audio Panel.
Approximately…
ContinueComment Wall (3 comments)
- At 12:03pm on February 9, 2017,
Jeff Garrett said… - David
The shippinp will be $20.00. Yes you will be happy with the fit and finish. I just got finished making new molds for these parts. You will need to scuff,prime,and paint them of course.
Please give me a call when you can 502-536-3481
- At 6:03pm on June 18, 2016,
Wayne Tyson said… Thanks, David. If I can reciprocate in any way, let me know.
WT
- At 2:39pm on March 6, 2015,
Normand Lambert said…
Hi David,
Don't forget to take pictures and post them here ! We enjoy seeing what other builders are doing... Welcome to the gang !
Norm
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