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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: Gear won't go down.

That is interesting and sounds kind of new. I struggled with this situation in my 250 for a few years until I finally replaced the conduits but your ...

4 years ago
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RE: PA30 Electrical Failure

@toddhensley That sounds exactly right - discharge at idle, and the generator will start making enough power to charge once rpm picks up. I changed ...

4 years ago
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RE: stall warning/landing gear up/down indicator bulbs

Yes, it they are all GE330. The holder's lens screws off and you can change them out quickly. Be careful: if the bulb holder starts to turn that wi...

4 years ago
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RE: Twin Comanche Fuel Flow - Indicating MUCH too high

@jhawkins If there is any leaking fuel anywhere there should be some blue staining from the av-gas evaporating and leaving the dye behind. If you s...

4 years ago
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RE: PA30 Electrical Failure

@toddhensley Loss of polarity is usually associated with the generator not being hooked to a battery for a substantial period of time (several days...

4 years ago
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RE: Stabilator Horn AD

I would follow up that the service Cliff is mentioning is a good one and an AME (that has not done this already) would want to seriously consider that...

5 years ago
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RE: Stabilator Horn AD

John: I have those instructions and have performed this task. It is pretty simple to describe though: 1) Disassemble the tail of the aircraft co...

5 years ago
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RE: Cracked Trunion

@torquil There is a new trunnion option from the Australian Chapter of the ICS. They are currently looking for orders to manufacture new trunnions. ...

5 years ago
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RE: Brake problems PA24

Steve: What you describe sounds a lot like air in the brake lines. I note that you mention having the system bled but, depending on the brake syste...

5 years ago
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RE: Panel Trim Wanted

Knots 2 U has some good interior stuff. I'd give webco a call first though. William

5 years ago
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RE: Fair Value when purchasing

Gary: I see the most variation in aircraft pricing with the avionics. It can seem odd but the panel is usually worth more than the entire aircraft....

5 years ago
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RE: Unsteady Ammeter

@bob Very true. Sometimes the issue can just be a "slightly less torqued down" bolted connection that looks tight, but over time has loosened up en...

5 years ago
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RE: Unsteady Ammeter

Bob: That is a very thorough and clear description of a huge amount of effort. I have lain on my back under that exact spot for a substantial amoun...

5 years ago
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RE: Twin Comanche Pre-Purchase Check List ( Can be used for Single)

As a side note, the little short lengths of hose right next to crank case that return oil from the valve covers to the sump should also be checked and...

5 years ago
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RE: PA-30 Fuel selector issue

Anthony: Congratulations and I am glad to hear you are flying with confidence. William

5 years ago
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