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Corvair 120HP 3L engine for sale

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dale Walters Feb 13, 2023. 4 Replies

I have a 120hp William Wynne-style Corvair engine for sale (3L).  The engine was built under the supervision of Roy Szarafinski (Roy's Garage). Roy 5th bearingSPA rear alternator, front starterWW…Continue

SOLD - Flightine FL-760 radio for sale - $500

Started Jan 28, 2023 0 Replies

Great working used FL-760 com radio for sale. Sorry, no cable availableFlightline FL-760 VHF Comm Panel Mount Transceiver2-1/4" Panel Mount Aviation Transceiver.Flip Flop Frequency SelectionBuilt-In…Continue

WTB: Looking for wheel pant brackets and one wheel pant - 601XLB

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dale Walters Aug 15, 2021. 2 Replies

Hi all,I have two wheel pants, but not the hardware kit to install them.  I'm looking to purchase the hardware kit and possibly an additional wheel pantThanksDale WaltersN601DRContinue

Pitch settings and cruise speed

Started this discussion. Last reply by Peter Eiberger May 17, 2023. 19 Replies

Hi all,I'm wondering what others are using for your prop pitch and what cruise speeds/climb rates you're seeing.I have a 120hp Corvair with a Warp Drive 66" prop (10.0deg) in my 601xlb, and am seeing…Continue

 

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Flightine FL-760 radio for sale - $500

Great working used FL-760 com radio for sale. Sorry, no cable availableFlightline FL-760 VHF Comm Panel Mount Transceiver2-1/4" Panel Mount Aviation Transceiver.Flip Flop Frequency SelectionBuilt-In 4-Place VOX IntercomBacklit Display32 Programmable Memory Channel Call-Up5 w Carrier, 16 w PEP25 KHz Channel SpacingSPECIFICATIONS:Frequency range : 118.00 to 136.975MHz (Receive:108.00 to 136.975MHz)Channel spacing : 25kHzMode : AM (6K00A3E)Number of memory channels : 32Acceptable power supply :…See More
Jan 28, 2023
Dale Walters posted a discussion

WTB: Looking for wheel pant brackets and one wheel pant - 601XLB

Hi all,I have two wheel pants, but not the hardware kit to install them.  I'm looking to purchase the hardware kit and possibly an additional wheel pantThanksDale WaltersN601DRSee More
Aug 10, 2021
Dale Walters posted a discussion

Pitch settings and cruise speed

Hi all,I'm wondering what others are using for your prop pitch and what cruise speeds/climb rates you're seeing.I have a 120hp Corvair with a Warp Drive 66" prop (10.0deg) in my 601xlb, and am seeing ~92knots cruise (at 2600rpm) and ~900 ft climb rate.ThanksDaleSee More
Apr 2, 2021
Dale Walters posted a discussion

Torque values for engine mount

Hi all,Does anybody know the suggested torque values for the bolts that hold the engine to the mount?ThanksDale WaltersN601DRSee More
Jun 12, 2020
Dale Walters posted a discussion

Low rpm's

Hi all,I have a 3.3L Corvair in my 601, with a 66" Warp Drive prop set to 9.5 degrees, seeing ~2620 rpm at WOT.I previously had a dual-points distributor installed and, after some discussion with William, opted to upgrade to his E/P-X distributor (electronic and points).During installation, I set the initial timing to 8 degrees, fired up the engine, but only saw 2400 rpm static at WOT.I timed it with my timing light to 28 degrees advance (per WW's video from Feb of this year). but am still only…See More
Apr 7, 2020
Louis W. Ott left a comment for Dale Walters
"Hi Dale, A forum moderator removed my post because he said it should be in the "Classified" section. I'll re-post there. I still have all the items. Louie"
Jul 3, 2019

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Aircraft Model
Zenith CH 650
Project Status
Other
Building From
Partial kit
Engine installed (or plan to install)
Corvair
Building Experience
No Experience
Flying Experience
Sport Pilot (or Ultralight)
Home Airport (ie. KMYJ)
P45

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At 11:52pm on July 3, 2019, Louis W. Ott said…

Hi Dale,

A forum moderator removed my post because he said it should be in the "Classified" section. I'll re-post there. I still have all the items.

Louie

At 10:23pm on April 21, 2018, David Krakowsky said…

Hi dale

if you do a search, I posted photos of my plane with the fairings.

I’m happy with them, they did need some sanding and priming before painting to get them 

perfect.

Dave

 
 
 

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