Old style main gear
Has anyone built a trailing link system for the main gear on the old stuff leg 601?See More
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Old style main gear
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clint L Gosch Oct 14, 2023. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Has anyone built a trailing link system for the main gear on the old stuff leg 601?Continue
Avgas
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jan Eggenfellner Feb 2, 2023. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I have a newer 110 Viking and have been running a 50% avgas, 50% high test. I am using avgas because I found 8 barrels of it for free. I know it's terrible crap but it was FREE. It works fine in my…Continue
Want to buy an older single axis trutrak autopilot.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dylan Clements Mar 15, 2021. 3 Replies 0 Likes
If you are upgrading I have a need for an older single axis trutrak.Price and availability?Continue
Cold air coming in from the center console
Started this discussion. Last reply by Matthew C. Pryor May 12, 2021. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I have an older 601 with the stiff legs.I am getting significant air into the area under the seat and rear fuselage. I installed a small scoop at the back under the tail and built covers for the gear…Continue
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Avgas
I have a newer 110 Viking and have been running a 50% avgas, 50% high test. I am using avgas because I found 8 barrels of it for free. I know it's terrible crap but it was FREE. It works fine in my Lycoming. After 100 or so hours on it I lost compression on the center two cylinders. Jan suggested Marvel Mystery Oil but it is running too badly to fly so I pulled the engine and the head off and will get the valves lapped. Lead deposits on the valve seats caused the leak. The cylinders are…See More
Want to buy an older single axis trutrak autopilot.
If you are upgrading I have a need for an older single axis trutrak.Price and availability?See More
Cold air coming in from the center console
I have an older 601 with the stiff legs.I am getting significant air into the area under the seat and rear fuselage. I installed a small scoop at the back under the tail and built covers for the gear box.All the holes under the belly have been scooped with a punch so they draw air out. There is enough air pressure that makes the stick boot puff up like a balloon. Any suggestions where all the cold air is coming in?RaySee More
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What wing tip lights to use
Posted on November 4, 2015 at 3:37pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I have to buy a set of wingtip lights for my new 601HD wings.
LED for sure but what style?
Any suggestions. What not to buy?
Thanks
Ray
LED for sure but what style?
Any suggestions. What not to buy?
Thanks
Ray
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Hi Ray
on your center section is it still available and has it been drilled and at what angel is it set at . I,m building a 650 but my wings and center are from a 601 It should fit with a sim under the front to get the right angel if you have any other info on this let me know thanks for your time Dan