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- Jabiru - Rans Flyin - 02/03 June - Gentle Reminder -- Jim Balls, 08:28:51 05/24/12 Thu (92.3.146.173)
2012 Jabiru & Rans Fly in
02/03 June 2012 - Fenland Airfield
Free landing for Jabiru, Rans and Jabiru powered aircraft courtesy of Skycraft
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- New Technical Manual Released -- Jim Balls, 16:55:51 05/23/12 Wed (92.3.146.173)
All FYI received this from Jabiru PTY
There has been a new Technical Manual written that covers many models in the one document rather than an individual technical manual for each different model. The new Technical Manual which covers the J120, J160, J170, J200/400, J230/430. J250/450 is now available to download off our website.
The link is:-
http://www.jabiru.net.au/Manuals/Aircraft%20Technical/Generic_Tech_Rev1_Unsigned.pdf
It contains new updated information so please read this manual.
Jim
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- Carby inlet manifold rubber Jabiru 2200A -- Roly Lewis-Evans, 22:51:14 05/22/12 Tue (78.147.19.245)
Have just been doing some engine maintenance and found that after fitting a
Carby inlet manifold rubber only 100 hours ago, it is already starting to harden
and crack, also some splitting on the top edge where the jubilee clips are. Have
turned it round for now, but ordering a new one. the previous rubber was found
splitting on the inside.
Worth checking if this is something that you have not checked before.
At £40 + U.K. pounds $ 70 + dollars this is a costly business.
The carby on my Tecnam P92 EA is unsupported and has a K and N filter strapped
to the outlet. Have been recommended to put a small tab under the filter jubilee
clip and support it from above with a light spring.
Also a question, how often should you be looking to swop the Bing diaphram?
Roly 2200A 1158 U.K.
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- Snap-On tool, part number FU14B -- Rolf Hessen, 19:48:29 05/20/12 Sun (83.243.238.20)
Hello I need to purchase a snap on tool part number FU14B .
However i am located in Norway and cannot find any international sales portal.
Can anyone assist med with this matter.
regards
rolf
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- John Arnold -- Roger, 11:38:12 05/18/12 Fri (213.121.234.99)
I have a standing 'wants' ad in this forum for an engine. Recently ontacted by a John Arnold saying he holds the spares that I require and is insisting for my phone number and 'complete shipping address'.
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Hello Roger,
Thanks for writing, I still have a sump, crankcase halves, conrods,
exhaust down pipes and muffler, starter motor bendix clutch for a
Jabiru engine for sale in excellent condition and shape. I have
already made shipping inquires and will take a $850 USD shipped. Price
includes shipping via UPS on a 5 days delivery, and l'll take payment
via Western union or Moneygram. What's your complete shipping address
and phone #?
Many thanks,
John
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What makes hesitant in supplying details is that he has already quoted $850 for the parts including freight but has no idea where I am from. I asked for pictures and everything has gone quiet. Anyone know of John?
If you genuine John then I apologise for being so suspicious but if you are not then others should be aware.
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- AVDALSR071-2 -- Rolf Hessen, 19:08:45 05/17/12 Thu (83.243.238.20)
Hei. I plan to start with replacement - 12 Point Cylinder Base Nut Installation. I wonder if its necessary to use Loctite Cure Accelerator 7471.
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- Electric carb heat / radio noise? -- Paul G, 23:01:58 05/12/12 Sat (85.210.134.194)
Over the past few flights I have been experiencing increasing background noise on my radio (when not in receive or TX). This ONLY occurs when the electric carb heat is switched on and is worse when on the "high" setting.
The mystery is that nothing has been changed and I have used the same radio install and carb heat system for 4 years with no problems. When electric carb heat is off there is no problem. I have a digital voltemeter installed and the voltages have not changed from the readings before the problems started so I think that rules out a charging / battery / electrical system load problem.
I was wondering whether it might be the carb / carb heater earth but it looks fine.
Any thougths?
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- should a new pilot get a ul450 (for short runway use) -- Eric Christoffersen, 21:02:39 05/10/12 Thu (86.155.253.69)
Hi all,
I am converting over from flexwing to 3 axis and really want to get a UL450, but I have been told they are too fast for our grass runways, one is 325m and the other 425m long.
Do you think it will be a bit too much for a fresh/new 3 axis pilot to cope with?
Any advice or comments would be a great help so I can decide what to do, get a Jab or something slower and easyer to fly.
Thanks and regards,
Eric.
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- Airfilters -- Gary Omer, 13:51:55 05/10/12 Thu (213.121.252.28)
For those that are looking to get a new airfilter for the later Jabiru air box, part No is
Ryco A360
Fram CA4309
Motaquip VFA648 (wilco motor spares WA6183
£3.99 ea
Now looking for the oil filter, anyone know were to get it, part No Ryco Z 386
Cheers
Gary Omer
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- Jabiru into Rans S6 -- Bill Scott, 21:35:18 05/07/12 Mon (88.111.42.204)
Have acquired an early Jab 2200 to fit into my Rans S6. I expect I will end up posting loads of questions by the time it is in & working, but here's the starter. Engine instrumentation:
1/ Tacho: My present kit is for my Rotax 503 and I'm wondering if my Rotax tacho will work with the impulses from the 2200?
2/ CHT: Only one!? I prefer a belt & braces approach and wondered if a pair of dual CHT gauges would work, like the one I have with the 503... Perhaps Rotax ones with the Rotax sender lead also?
3/ Voltmeter: Logically speaking, I see no reason to not continue using my present one? Haven't looked, but suspect that it is fitted on the of the regulator side of the cockpit anyway.
I've spent hours designing a panel layout to house the additional instrumentation but wont be cutting metal until I've finalised the exact spec for instruments.
Thanks
Bill, Rans S6 Priory farm int'l
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- Large wheels/tyres for UL450 (and VGs) -- Eric Christoffersen, 17:10:53 05/05/12 Sat (86.155.240.7)
can anyone tell me if there is a Large wheel and tyre upgrade for the UL450 please?
I am thinking about a UL450 but the wheels/tyres are a bit small for our bumpy grass runways, a friend has broken his Jab nose wheel strut there once or twice, the FI says the Jab is not really ideal for our field but if I can get a big wheel upgrade and perhaps VGs fitted it will make the plane a bit better to live with.
I really love the UL450 and with these upgrades I think I could handle the fields shortcomings.
Thanks and regards,
Eric.
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- low oil pressure -- mike gregory, 21:25:46 05/02/12 Wed (78.151.93.240)
hi all , i have a skyranger with a jab in it , normally , all the gauges read fine , but lately , im noticing the oil pressure dropping , cold its in the green ,just , but when warm , & in the cruise ,its in the amber , less than 2 bar , & with low revs , its near the red , at around 1 bar ! am a little concerned about it ? also noticed a slight oil leak under 1 cylinder head , any ideas or thoughts folks ???
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- Oil leakage -- Will Decanio, 20:59:26 04/29/12 Sun (72.158.101.205)
Have an XAir with a Jabiru 2200. Only, 48 hours on it. Oil is leaking from the breather tube. Tried facing end of tube into the air stream as suggested by mech. Seemed to help some what but still a problem. Engine had very little use age over the past 3years. Anyone have a suggestion?
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- Think you've got problems.... -- Vic, 19:41:34 04/29/12 Sun (86.4.50.7)
Bet they kiss the ground when they get out :)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-17863501
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Outdoor Storage Issues / Narrow Strip -- Pete Todd, 07:13:26 04/29/12 Sun (80.3.189.49)
After running our syndicate owned Jab 450 ul for nine years with hangar storage - it looks like we may need to consider tethering outside on grass, but reasonably sheltered from the prevailing winds. One plus point is that this airfield has two large grass runways and a ground station, clubhouse etc.
What are the challenges we would face - presumably corrosion of hardware being one problem? Also, I understand that exposure to u/v light can degrade the composite material, so presumably a full set of covers is essential? Where's the best source for these?
I'm mindful that we're only 0.5kg below our max empty weight - so if there's a chance the wing core foam might absorb moisture, we could have a major problem come the next weighing!
Our other option is a quiet farm strip with our own T hangar - 770m long, but it's only 16 metres wide and it has a bit of a downslope and trees at the end of that. Some of our group have flown from here without too many problems, but syndicate members change from time to time and it worries me how a low time pilot might cope with a gusty crosswind with not much margin for error.
I'm sure there will people out there with experience of both these situations, so any ideas would be much appreciated in helping us to make the best decision.
Kind regards,
Pete
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- resistor spark plugs -- Gary Omer, 20:18:45 04/18/12 Wed (86.153.155.214)
I have ignition noise over the radio and a loud hum when i transmit. the ignition noise varies with the rpm, the hum is louder at high rpm but does not vary like the ignition noise.
I want to give the resistor DR9EA plugs a go, any issues in using these in my 2200 motor? slight weaker spark maybe? bad starter? the honda engine that the coils come off use a resistor plug, but a diffrent model No like BR6es or similar, so this would suggest the coils will work with the added resistor.
any one tried them?
Cheers
Gary O
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- Teleflex Rudder cable for UL or SP -- Clive, 15:50:52 04/17/12 Tue (88.111.33.98)
Hi, Mine has a bit of slack in it and so I'd like to change it for next years permit. I've just priced one of these up and we are looking at £230, I checked with Australia and they are £138 over there so Skycraft's price is what you'd expect given all the VAT and shipping etc. Does anyone have any details or a direct supply? The number in the build manual is 180-V-GG-3-145.5 though Teleflex don't recognise this. It seems their CC2300 is a match though, just need to get the size right.
Regards, Clive
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- French Entry Airfields -- Graham H, 10:52:09 04/16/12 Mon (88.111.48.82)
Hi Guys
France is reducing the 'Customs entry Airfields available to us.
This is the list that will no longer be available to us from this summer.
Red ones to close soon.
http://batchgeo.com/map/6b95ebb038455300d46ad47402d32733
Not good news as so many of us use Abbeville and Calais.
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- J160 for sale -- Clive, 07:14:34 04/16/12 Mon (88.111.33.98)
Hi folks, thought I'd post the link below for the J160 in my hangar. It's up for sale for £35K ONO, as most probably know the J160 is a full size two seater and with 530kg and an empty weight of 295kg it's a real load lugger. It flies lovely and if I didn't have a couple of planes already.....
http://www.afors.com/index.php?page=adview&adid=20743&imid=0
Regards, Clive
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- 430UL landings -- Beginner, 14:41:15 04/08/12 Sun (78.144.106.217)
Hi all, as a recently qualified pilot I have now purchased a 430UL. I have limited hours but I am enjoying flying the Jab...up to a point....which is landing. After a number of attempts I can't seem to get right. The normal problem seems to be once I have touched down at around 57-60 knots and gentally pull back on the stick it wants to take off again and I end up bouncing up and down the runway, sometimes quite heavily then having to power out and go round. I have tried slowing the jab down to about 52-55 knots coming in long and low with the power on then just before the start of the runway chopping the power pulling back gentally on the stick but still it seems to lift off again especially over the slightest bump. Call me stupid but I have even tried on touch down pushing the stick forward to stop it lifting off again, which works to an extent but I know isn't the right way to go. Also sometimes on landing it wants to veer off to the left once down.Any advice as I want to stick with it but need to be confident that I can get it down. Help????
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- Jabiru J 2200 rpm drop -- Renars Klavins (Confused), 13:20:02 04/07/12 Sat (46.109.177.169)
Good day pilots!
My names is Renars Klavins and my father owns a Jabiru J170 with J2200 engine with hydraulic lifters.
Plane was built by my father with a little help from me, all part were bought from, if I am correct, Australia. He is mostly satisfied with it but there is a problem with the engines rpm.
Engine has worked only for 50 hours and everything was fine at the start - tachometer showed 3200 rpm. Now the engine is struggling to reach the recommended amount of rpm. At +5 degrees Celsius it is reaching approx 2700 rpm.
Tachometer have been changed, carburetor is also fine, hydraulic lifters have been changed, 2 different types of petrol were used - 95 and 98. Also when lifter were changed there was no damage visible on the cylinders.
Propeller is standard with 42" pitch.
Summer is coming and my father is eager to fly as much as he can this year but with that amount of rpm he is not willing to fly.
Please, if You have any recommendations, state them here. I would appreciate any advice!
If You have any additional questions that could be relevant - please let me know!
Thanks in advance!
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- Jabiru Trailer Info and Jab SK for sale -- Bob P, 12:48:13 04/07/12 Sat (84.92.114.48)
I have modified the trailer than came with my Pulsar to accept Jabiru SK’s and UL’s. It works well – I have just towed an SK from N Ireland to the Midlands so that I can get it permitted and sold on behalf of a friends widow.
If anyone wants photos so they can build their own trailer (yes I know Jab’s are meant to be flown and not towed), or if anyone needs to borrow a trailer anytime just drop me a line on
jab(curly A symbol)panthdotcodotUK
Also if anyone is interested in buying a Jab SK (or a share in a midland based group) let me know. I have no financial interest in the sale - all proceeds go to Norman’s Widow.
Bob P
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- Jabiru 2200 steel prop drive bushes -- Paul G, 07:09:24 04/06/12 Fri (85.210.130.214)
I read the article in the LAA magazine and the Jabiru Forum post on this and bought a new set of steel bushes to replace the alloy ones that I assumed were fitted to my SK
Went to fit them yesterday and found that I already have steel bushes installed
So there is a set for sale on e-bay now at a discount over the Skycraft price!!
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- Jabiru Electric Flap Upgrade -- Duncan Logan, 22:02:57 04/02/12 Mon (82.41.62.21)
Hi people,
Just wondering if any one has ever installed the electric flap upgrade to there aircraft from the original manual lever alternative, if so was it easy to install etc feedback would be good,
likewise how was it after it was installed are there any problems after the modification .
Regards Duncan (2003 Jabiru UL450)
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- UL450 Landing distance -- jon finch, 09:12:07 03/31/12 Sat (31.52.211.255)
Hi,
Could you please tell me what the average landing distance is required for the UL450. I am using a 320m strip, clear at both ends but I am getting conflicting info.
Some say this is not enough with MTOW on a warm still day and then I am reading specifications on the plane that quote distances from 160 to 250m.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks, Jon.
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- Jabiru & Rans Fly In 2012 -- Jim Balls, 13:07:17 03/28/12 Wed (92.3.155.193)
2012 Jabiru & Rans Fly in - 02/03 June 2012 - Fenland Airfield.
Free landing for Jabiru, Rans and Jabiru powered aircraft courtesy of Skycraft.
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- J430 Turning Circle -- Peter Knight, 20:30:56 03/25/12 Sun (89.168.128.91)
I know that the turning circle of a J430 is poor. I assume that in Australia they have got lots of room and don't worry about these issues!) However after visiting Old Buckenham today and back tracking for take-off on 07 I did not have enough runway width to complete the 180 deg turn. Fortunately when I cut the power the aircraft rolled back just far enough to allow me to get round. Still a three point turn on the runway is a bit embarrassing.
Two questions:-
(1) Did anyone else have this problem or is it only me?
(2) I turned anti-clockwise. I don't think it should make much difference but is a clockwise turn any tighter?
Peter
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- Old Buckenham fly in -- dean, 11:39:42 03/20/12 Tue (86.167.217.148)
Anyone going? i is just outside the circuit for me so a must (as long as weather is resonable). It would be nice to see a jab presence ...
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- compresion -- John (Mcvey), 22:54:49 03/11/12 Sun (77.101.86.164)
my jabiru engine 2200 has the following compression 1,2,& 3 175 and 4 160 is this within tolerence. the plug colours show the right mix.
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- Trutrack Autopilot -- Keith Betteley., 08:00:33 03/09/12 Fri (86.135.172.143)
I have been experiencing problems with my Autopilot recently.For unknown reasons it will intermittently switch itself off and then reboot itself.However during the last few flights this has not happened and it was necessary to switch the power off and then on again to reactivate it.Yesterday however nothing would encourage it to restart.Any advice would be appreciated.
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- Oil loss -- John, 21:12:31 03/06/12 Tue (77.101.86.164)
Am experiencing some oil loss, approx 100 -200 ml every time i go flying for around 2 hrs or so. The engine runs as sweet as a nut with no loss of power the plugs are the right colour no leaks but i still have to top up every time any ideas what can be the cause
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- LCD temp module -- Vic, 11:47:19 03/05/12 Mon (82.10.238.237)
I've added an LCD temp module to my list of bits and bobs for anyone looking for a panel mount display of carb temp or OAT.
http://www.leggott.flyer.co.uk/extras.html#LCD
Cheers
Vic
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- Rotec W/C Heads -- Gary Omer, 16:33:48 03/03/12 Sat (86.158.74.197)
Hi
Does anyone know the progress with the LAA on the use of the Rotec heads, when they will be allowed to be fitted to Jab engines in the UK? does anyone know how many hrs they have done on private aircraft from other forums.
Who fancies a set when passed by the LAA, i'm interested as maybe the holy grail for Jab's.. discuss
Regards
Gary
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- Prop guide bushes -- dean, 10:59:35 03/02/12 Fri (86.163.121.185)
My prop guide bushes are featured in page 57 of the LAA magazine this month. Nice to see the LAA publishing the information with photographs and explanatory text ...
To everyone out there with a pre 2003 jabiru:
*** CHECK YOUR PROP GUIDE BUSHES ***
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- altitude encoder -- Simon Twiss, 17:48:03 03/01/12 Thu (81.156.191.218)
Please excuse my ignorance of my kit - I mainly just fly them!
My Jab 400 Altimeter packed up, so I bought an MGL Alt 4 LCD display altimeter - nice bit of kit for £190 or so.
Problem is, I think I discovered the encoder for the transponder is not sourced from the altimeter, but some other static source. So the nice data leads I expected to find in the back of the present altimeter aren't there.
Also, it occurred to me, would there be an issue with a battery powered altitude display?
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- Complete electrical failure in flight - Jabiru UL450 -- Roger T, 22:09:39 02/27/12 Mon (78.147.19.33)
EFIS overvoltage alarm (31V) in flight, removed charging circuit fuse in the hope that the regulator would re-set itself, replaced fuse and lost total (non engine)electrical power.
Initial inspection reveals healthy battery volts, main fuse intact, main relay ok but ignition switch and bus bars dead. There was no smell of burning or any sign of distress. I assume there to be no further fuse between the main isolating relay on the firewall and the live bus bar? Any thoughts on the power loss and regulator spikes would be greatly appreciated.
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- Bing 94 Jab 2200A carb manifold rubber -- Gary Omer, 19:20:03 02/27/12 Mon (81.147.184.220)
Hi
I was thinking of buying a new carb manifold rubber then checking the condition of the 1 fitted on my Jab in case it needs replacing. I see from skycraft they are about £48ish ea, lot of dosh for a motorcycle rubber.. so my question is, does anybody know the OEM part No or info on what motorcycle these rubbers are off before I go the skycraft way?
Cheers
Gary Omer
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- UL re-register to SPL -- Lawrence Turner, 14:25:41 02/13/12 Mon (80.254.147.204)
I recently saw a Jab advertised for sale which had been re-registered as a SPL 450 from being a UL 450.
Previously I asked the LAA if I could register a UL 430 as a SPL 430 ( for the purpose of keeping up flying hours) and I was told very clearly that this could not be done. Does anyone know why this is the case?
Best regards, Lawrence.
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- stall warning horn, goes off all the time -- Gary Omer, 17:39:32 02/11/12 Sat (86.172.93.126)
Hi, when I bought my Jab 450ul, the stall warning horn was under the seat in the storage area un connected. I fitted it up behind the flap plate and plugged it in. the fokkowing week when I flew I had this odd noise all the time then realised it wass the horn, so I unplugged it.
My question is what IAS should it sound at, what pressure would this bee if connecting a compressor to it and how do you tweak them to only sound at this pressure
Cheers
Gary
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- Cold Starting -- Keith Betteley, 17:20:28 02/08/12 Wed (86.135.172.143)
The cold weather is on us once again and starting the engine is becoming a problem.In warm conditions she fires immediately but after standing for a few days in cold conditions it takes a couple of cranks to achieve success.However last Monday no luck at all,dead as a Dodo.
Any advice would be gratefully received.
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- condensation & hoar frost -- simon reeve, 19:50:04 02/07/12 Tue (85.211.75.110)
What products do folks like to use to help reduce windscreen condensation (inside and out) and also to remove hoar frost/ice from the airframe/wings and discourage it from reforming straightaway.
On the subject of wing ice/frost, is any ammount acceptable prior to takeoff? I abandoned a bimble the other day to allow the sun to do its job but it took some time since it was so cold and simply reaapeared after physical removal. I didn't want to take any risks.
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- Odyssey PC 625 battery -- dean, 07:57:21 02/06/12 Mon (193.113.57.165)
Trying to source one. to replace my ageing battery.
Seems in the US they are approximatelly 33% less than the UK. Best proce so far is £88 inc VAT at electroquestuk. Has anybody seen them at a more competitive price?
thanks in advance.
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- Jabiru 3300 air ducts on ebay -- dean, 22:43:18 02/02/12 Thu (86.163.206.9)
Jabiru engine 3300 ram air ducts left and right - tractor
item number 250986233983 for J400/430
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- Jabiru UL Flap Problems -- Duncan Logan, 22:43:09 02/02/12 Thu (82.41.62.21)
Hi,
I am currently having problems with the flap lever system in my microlight. The pin which holds the flaps in place when in full will not hold one bit. Not sure if thius is because we are flying the final approach too fast. Has anyone experimented by notching out the peg to form a dovetail joint etc when the pin is in the plate.
Any help would be much appreciated , i have already tryed tightening the main pivot bolt and adding a spring to the pivot bolt to create a force back on to the plate.
Regards Duncan
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- Propellers -- Keith Betteley, 17:46:32 02/01/12 Wed (31.52.145.249)
Just reading the March edition of Pilot Mag and there is an interesting article on Hercules Props.Does anyone have any experience of these or could offer informed information as to whether there could be useful savings in fuel and performance advantages to justify the cost of £890 in replacing a Sensenich on a J400.
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- Radio noise on transmit -- dean, 16:44:02 01/20/12 Fri (193.113.48.17)
I am getting intermittent radio noise on transmit.
The noise is like a high pitched whine or distorsion and can be heard on headphones. I have tried the obvious stuff like plugging in two headsets and using different headsets. It seems t o get better and go altogether after 10 or 15 mins.
I have rewired a earth and placed a mazzive earth line from the engine to the battery.
I use a narco 810+ . I have a hand held and that works fine!
Any ideas?
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- Jabiru Airframe on Ebay -- dean, 13:27:22 01/12/12 Thu (193.113.57.163)
This may be of interest to someone on the forum. Looks like a UL but unsure.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180794487332&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123
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- SK Weights and range Question -- Alan Colman, 16:41:06 12/14/11 Wed (188.39.45.7)
Hello I am contemplating the purchase of an LAA type A/C .
My basic criteria is two up 90 kts cruise 12-15 ltrs p/H safe handling and benign stall and 3 hrs endurance.
In your experienced opinions will two 13 stone pilots be able to achieve this in an SK ? I ask as there are two that I am considering. Empty weight is key here I guess, but also what is the elevator authority like at MOW on finals and the flare ? I have heard they can be tricky to stabilize on the approach, also what are the realistic x wind limits in your experience.
thanks
Alan
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- 91 UL Avgas -- Mike, 08:35:28 12/02/11 Fri (109.158.1.203)
Does anyone know if this 91UL Avgas is OK for Jabirus?
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- distibrutor leak ?? -- mike gregory, 18:46:21 11/13/11 Sun (84.13.174.118)
hi all , maybe an odd 1 this ? ive noticed a small oil leak that seams to be coming from 1 of the distibrutors ? after taking the cap of , there is an obvious leak inside somewhere , thats was gradually filling the cap with oil ? ive changed the shaft seal , thinking that would solve it , but still , every time i go flying , i notice a drip or 2 coming from the same place , underneath the disributor cap , anybody had similar problems ?? any ideas or solutions gratefully recieved
mike
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- Jabs Dropping valves? -- Nick Good, 14:48:48 08/03/11 Wed (196.25.255.218)
At the flight school where I trained in South Africa - I obtained my SA PPL (ICAO compliant) in April - they operate 3 two seater 4 cylinder powered Jabs - an old year 2000 SP and two new UL120s (This is the 2 seater with long J430 wing for our high density altitude conditions - we experience density altitude of around 8,000 ft and more in Summer)as well as one six cylinder powered 2+2 J430.
In the last few weeks all three of the 4 cylinder powered two seat Jab engines - that is all of them in the school - have had engine failures as a result of dropped valves I understand resulting from valve retainer cap wear/failures.
Some theories on causes relate to use of our local 95 octane Mogas and low Winter temperatures, I'm not so sure as one of the engines failed after a top end rebuild after it was taken out of service when the other 2 failed on the same day. That aircraft's engine has since been run on Avgas, and it still subsequently failed 'eating' a valve a few days ago. The flight school is at 4800 ft AGL operating from a 900 metre long tar strip. It's been a cold winter in South Africa with morning temps of around freezing for the last 2 months climbing to between 11c and 20c during the day, Winters here are dry with mainly clear cloudless, dry very low humidity days.
There is a Jab factory in George in South Africa - they do their own mouldings but import the engines from Australia.
Folks, has this problem happened much in the UK? Any ideas as to possible causes? I ask because this is naturally causing a few of us who hire and fly these aircraft some angst.
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Re: should a new pilot get a ul450 (for short runway use) -- Clive, 19:16:32 05/22/12 Tue (87.243.210.28)
Re: Oil loss -- dean, 08:59:58 03/07/12 Wed (193.113.57.163)
Re: Cold Starting -- Nick, 07:55:36 02/13/12 Mon (89.127.170.190)
Re: Cold Starting -- bob P, 13:29:01 02/16/12 Thu (84.92.114.48)