David Krakowsky
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Phillips Vs Shell blowby

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Feb 18. 3 Replies

My 0-200, 700 hours since new, I have been using Phillips 100w for the last couple of years.I always have some blowby out the vent tubethat gets the bottom of my fuselage oily, not a lot, but enough…Continue

Classifieds

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Jan 18. 2 Replies

how do we get into the classified section?daveContinue

Slick Magnetos 500 Hours Inspection

Started this discussion. Last reply by david shrader Aug 29, 2018. 7 Replies

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, 2018. 2 Replies

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

 

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Phillips Vs Shell blowby

My 0-200, 700 hours since new, I have been using Phillips 100w for the last couple of years.I always have some blowby out the vent tubethat gets the bottom of my fuselage oily, not a lot, but enough toclean after each flight.I inherited a box of Shell 100w, couple of hours, almost no blowby.I don’t see this as a problem, but curious as to how this ispossible.oil levels are the same, viscosity same, both mineral oils, non synthetic.Any ideas?DaveSee More
Feb 17
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Classifieds

how do we get into the classified section?daveSee More
Jan 18
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"January 14, 2019 Hobbs turned 700 Flew to 2IS 75 mph ground speed westbound 140 mph ground speed eastbound"
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Flight 300

December18, 2018, flight number 300 in my 601XLBBeautiful day, calm winds, cool temperature for south Florida.
Dec 21, 2018
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Sep 11, 2018
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Slick 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
Aug 28, 2018
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Bargain 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
May 18, 2018
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Facet 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
Feb 16, 2018
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Jan 24, 2018
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601 Seats

 I have a pair of 601 seats for sale.$300 if you pick them up from in the West Palm Beach area of Florida$100 for shipping should cover the actual cost.see photos.Id really like to move them out of here.Interesting trades considered.DaveSee More
Jan 14, 2018
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Brackett 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
Jan 9, 2018
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600 hours on the Hobbs today!9/16/2017
Sep 16, 2017
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My 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
Aug 23, 2017
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Jul 24, 2017
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ADS-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
Jun 11, 2017
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Aircraft Model
ZODIAC CH 601, ZODIAC XL
Project Status
Flying
Building From
Purchased finished aircraft
Engine installed (or plan to install)
Continental O-200
Building Experience
Have worked on airplanes before
Flying Experience
Private Pilot, Sport Pilot (or Ultralight)
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
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.
Home Airport (ie. KMYJ)
KLNA Lantana Florida

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ADS-B installed

Posted on June 11, 2017 at 9:32pm 3 Comments

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.

N601XP

Posted on February 5, 2015 at 2:00pm 3 Comments

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…

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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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