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David Krakowsky
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Pmag wanted
Started Sep 19 0 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for a used Pmag 114 for a Continental 0-200anyone want to part with one?DaveContinue
Dynon D180 autopilot wallowing
Started this discussion. Last reply by christopher fryatt Sep 20. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Hi guys and gals, finally got my Pmag installed in place of my crapped out Right side Slick mag, all went well and back in the air.now I want to try and get my Dynon 180 autopilot working right. When…Continue
Garmin 496 plus accessories
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Sep 12. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I upgraded my gps, so my real clean 496 is available, includes Air Gizmo panel mount, AirGizmo tilt adapter to angle the 496 towards you, 120 volt ac cord, 12 volt cord, very hard to find computer…Continue
Pmag manifold connection
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Sep 19. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I picked up a Pmag for my 0-200any suggestions on where to get a manifold pressure connection?thanksDaveN601XPContinue
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Pmag wanted
Looking for a used Pmag 114 for a Continental 0-200anyone want to part with one?DaveSee More
Dynon D180 autopilot wallowing
Hi guys and gals, finally got my Pmag installed in place of my crapped out Right side Slick mag, all went well and back in the air.now I want to try and get my Dynon 180 autopilot working right. When I try to track a heading it wallows back and force. I’m using a SV42 for the roll, no pitch yet.i have the sensitivity on max (25) torque 100%I tightened up my aileron cables as tight as possible, the shear screw is not broken.seems to be a fair amount of play when the autopilot is on, on the…See More
Pmag manifold connection
I picked up a Pmag for my 0-200any suggestions on where to get a manifold pressure connection?thanksDaveN601XPSee More
Mechanical fuel pump gasket
need a source and part number for the cork gasket that seals the dome on the mechanicalfuel pumpthanksDaveSee More
Oil temps dropped 10 degrees
I decided to change my baffle seals from my 14 year old stiffblack seals to the orange silicone type of materials.Operating oil temp went from 200 degrees F to 185-190 degrees F.my old seals looked like they were sealing, but obviously they were leaking.DaveSee More
0-200 Oil Leaks
update to my chasing down my oil leak on my 0-200starter replaced, leaking oil seal, replaced a pair of pushrod tube sealswith improved versions from Real Gaskets in cylinder 4, pilots side front cylinder,removed two cylinder hold down nuts and sealed the studs threads with high temp rtv, also on cylinder #4removed two nuts holding intake spider to seal the threads with high temp rtv.the leaks were a combination of all of the above, test flight today clean and dry, no apparent leaks.They say if…See More
Insurance renewal
got my renewal on my policy, went up over $100 to $950So I figured let me try someone else just to compare, even though I’ve been using the same broker for 30 years.i have over 1,000 hours, 350 in my 601XLB hangared.avemco quoted me over $3000!i forgot to ask if they gave me my AOPA discount!Guess I’m sticking with my broker.DaveSee More
OIL LEAK
So I thought my starter leak was source of my oil leak. Well It's not the only culprit. I hate oil leaks, and I know 0-200's are notorious for leaking.On my cylinder #4, thats the front cylinder on the pilot side.I have the cylinder base bolt, the top bolt in the 12;00 position, its leaking oil enough to stain the side of my cowling in a one hour flight.A little RTV over the bolt accomplished nothing. Tried to tighten or loosen bolt, doesn't seem to want to move.So before I try anything else,…See More
0-200 starter oil leak
my 0-200 is a newer version built in 2006it has the TCM lightweight starteron the bottom of the starter, there is a weep hole, it looks like a solenoid on the lower part of the starter.anyone deal with this and know of a fix?DaveSee More
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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 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…
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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
Thanks, David. If I can reciprocate in any way, let me know.
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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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