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IMG_2555
Now you can observe the reservoir from below the aircraft where you control the run of fluid into the brake.
Date: 03/12/2012
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IMG_2565
You can see the bubbles of air coming from the brake line as you push fluid in from below. You can also manipulate the brake master to assist the flow of air out of the system.
Date: 03/12/2012
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IMG_2571
Opened all the inspection holes to ensure all is well inside.
Date: 02/24/2012
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IMG_2538
Uncowled engine open for inspection of all the wiring and plumbing and physical connections.
Date: 03/02/2012
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IMG_2582
Brought the pitot/static manometer out to test the P/S system.
Date: 02/27/2012
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IMG_2508
Tested every 20 kts from 40 Kts to 180 Kts. Here's 60 Kts on the manometer (actually a bit less)
Date: 02/28/2012
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IMG_2509
and 60 Kts on the airspeed (also a bit less)
Date: 02/28/2012
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IMG_2517
This is 160 Kts on the manometer (right on)
Date: 02/28/2012
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IMG_2518
And 140 Kts on the airspeed (right on)
Date: 02/28/2012
Views: 6361
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IMG_2537
Here you can see the numerous check lists used in the inspections laid out on the wing.
Date: 03/02/2012
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IMG_2491
Other wing. I'll only show a few of the pics from the annual.
Date: 02/24/2012
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IMG_2490
2012 Annual Condition Inspection. Opened it up and pulled the wings.
Date: 02/24/2012
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SA 2012 02 P53
Sport Aviation, February 2012, page 53, "When to Overhaul" by Mike Busch/Commentary/SAVVY AVIATION.
Date: 02/22/2012
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SA 2012 02 P54
Sport Aviation, February 2012, page 54, "When to Overhaul" by Mike Busch/Commentary/SAVVY AVIATION.
Date: 02/22/2012
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SA 2012 02 P55
Sport Aviation, February 2012, page 55, "When to Overhaul" by Mike Busch/Commentary/SAVVY AVIATION.
Date: 02/22/2012
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SA 2012 02 P56
Sport Aviation, February 2012, page 56, "When to Overhaul" by Mike Busch/Commentary/SAVVY AVIATION.
Date: 02/22/2012
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SA 2012 02 P52
Sport Aviation, February 2012, page 52, "When to Overhaul" by Mike Busch/Commentary/SAVVY AVIATION.
Date: 02/22/2012
Views: 6222
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IMG_2551
Today I installed the new cover for the console and began work on the brake plumbing. I need to replace the line from the reservoir to the master as it interferes with the trim switch. Replacement parts now on order.
Date: 02/21/2012
Views: 5880
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IMG_2554
After a preliminary W&B done last week, the CG was now somewhat aft. After all, I had removed almost 40 lbs (18 Kilos) from the instrument panel and another 7 lbs (3 kilos) from the engine compartment. So I pulled the battery from below the baggage
Date: 02/21/2012
Views: 5772
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IMG_2545
Here's a decent picture of the new panel all lit up. As far as I can tell, everything works now. I still need to set up the GRT Sport SX, MicroAir 760 Radio and MicroAir T2000 Transponder.
Date: 02/20/2012
Views: 5767
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