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William Hughes
William Hughes
Joined: Feb 16, 2020
Last seen: Nov 16, 2022
Topics: 5 / Replies: 43
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RE: To restore or not to restore, that is the question!

Life is short - just do it. I bought an old 1960 250 (sn 1922) hangar queen several years ago. Since then I have refurbushed the gear, updated the a...

3 years ago
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RE: Aft Bulkhead Replacement

That seems like a bit of work. I am sorry but I have not touched anything except cosmetic replacement in that area. I originally thought you were di...

3 years ago
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RE: Bible for Engines approved for 94 octane FUel

Is there any of that for sale anywhere? The ASTM 7547 (UL 94)? I haven't seen this anywhere up north...

3 years ago
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RE: Spar carry through (I apologize if I am using an incorrect term)

The AD should always be complied with. A lot will depend on the age of the airframe and how it was used. A low time aircraft with one or two careful...

3 years ago
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RE: Looking for a qualified Comanche 260B instructor for required insurance instruction

Jimijet: There are a few places you can that information. Right at the top of the ICS web page there are a few links to the comanche flyer foundati...

3 years ago
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RE: Typical Annuals

2k per year for hull not in motion insurance. a "normal" annual is 2k per year. Hangar lease is 2k per year. William

3 years ago
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RE: Brakes are dragging

@14347 Nice writeup and thorough

3 years ago
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RE: Bungees break?

Hello: I have had a very similar event (although one bungee slipped off a roller and was not broken.) The gear lowers just fine. The issue comes ...

3 years ago
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RE: Piper Twin Comanche B Stabilizer balance

107583: I have balanced a stabilator and it does not need to be removed from the aircraft. The procedure is outlined in the service manual. In sho...

3 years ago
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RE: Aileron nose rib inspection / AD compliance

Philip: I am sorry that I haven't replied to this in so long. I managed to find a set by asking around various salvage yards and on bulletin boards...

3 years ago
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RE: Pre-Start post Electric Boost Pump - Fuel Pressure goes to 0.

Also, there are check valves in the electric pumps and they are "ahead" of the fuel pump. The carburetor float bowl needle also seals the pressure in...

3 years ago
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RE: AVTEK PULSAR for landing lights

Interesting. Likely the light flasher is based on heating due to the seven amperes of current going through each old style landing light. The LED li...

3 years ago
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RE: Pre-Start post Electric Boost Pump - Fuel Pressure goes to 0.

I would suggest you go looking for leaks in your rubber fuel hoses. These degrade over time and they are rarely replaced on a regular schedule. I ha...

3 years ago
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