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Rookery Farm (maybe) -- Dennis, 16:56:26 02/10/09 Tue (195.93.21.37)
Try here on Google

N 5434.32.77
E 021.21.82

A line of trees to the north of the runway

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- Spot the Runway Competition -- Bob P, 20:00:55 02/10/09 Tue (84.92.114.48)
  - Re: Spot the Runway Competition -- Howard, 08:12:09 02/11/09 Wed (91.110.181.227)
    - Re: Spot the Runway Competition -- Neil, 16:01:05 02/11/09 Wed (81.106.186.215)
ST. Aviation seen at court. -- James Bishop, 08:20:02 02/05/09 Thu (217.41.8.73)
Hi there, I’m nearing finishing the build of my beloved SK, which apparently means I’m only half way there. Those of you who have got this far before probably agree… I read these messages often and gain lots from it so please Vic, don’t just drop it because the information on here does far more good than bad. I’m sure something can be sorted.

I don’t often, have anything to add, but I’ve seen the movements and read the rumours about Kevin, Roger and Gary and I have heard something that may explain things.

About 2 weeks ago ST. Aviation and ST. Aviation Services, which I believe was Kevin and Roger have been to Oxford court. I’m not sure quite what it was about but they were found guilty and fined quite heavily apparently. When they left the court house they were seen arguing over the outcome I suppose. When I was told this I wondered if I would hear anymore about it and now may be my friend was right and the rumours are correct. I’m sure we will find out about everything. Luckily I have all I need to finish my plane and in time for the summer. But it would be good and nice though as I would also like to know ST.’s position though so that we know that there is no need to worry about parts or where to get them from.

Keep building, even in the snow, James.

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- Re: ST. Aviation seen at court. -- Bob P, 14:09:56 02/05/09 Thu (84.92.114.48)
  - Re: ST. Aviation seen at court. -- Ralph, 20:30:21 02/06/09 Fri (119.224.5.114)
- Re: ST. Aviation seen at court. -- Paul, 18:54:59 02/05/09 Thu (81.157.150.92)
- Re: ST. Aviation seen at court. -- Kevin at ST Aviation Ltd, 22:49:10 02/09/09 Mon (91.111.70.47)
  - Re: ST. Aviation seen at court. -- James, 23:10:07 02/10/09 Tue (217.41.8.73)
Gary`s Airstrip -- Howard, 16:17:14 02/10/09 Tue (91.110.173.8)
Gents I have started a new thread because I don`t want the info to be mixed up with other messages , Thanks to Clive I have found the strip , it is not easy ,there is what looks like another strip only possible one mile away . if you find Fordham and cross the river to the south side there looks like an airstrip with a clump of trees at each end it ain` that go across the river North and there it is running parallel with the river about two fields in ,and a big tall hedge at the edge of the runway,
It would be great if someone could download a pic from Google and put it on the forum . plenty of space for a BBQ and beer tent ,and campers , forget the snow we are going flying

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ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Clive, 09:53:05 02/06/09 Fri (79.79.171.208)
See below Scanned OCRs of two letters I received this morning.
My very best wishes to all mentioned for the future.
Regards, Clive

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- ST Aviation letter -- Clive, 09:56:02 02/06/09 Fri (79.79.171.208)
- Skycraft Letter -- Clive, 09:59:32 02/06/09 Fri (79.79.171.208)
- Re: Many thanks Clive (NT) -- Vic, 11:37:57 02/06/09 Fri (86.6.2.142)
- Skycraft -- Les Field, 12:20:30 02/06/09 Fri (80.41.189.145)
- Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Dave Abbott, 18:46:57 02/06/09 Fri (193.192.77.254)
  - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- John Adams-Lewis (Please keep this site going), 14:12:43 02/07/09 Sat (195.194.57.195)
- Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Vic, 20:19:35 02/06/09 Fri (86.6.2.142)
  - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Ron Kirkland, 01:48:42 02/07/09 Sat (92.40.21.114)
    - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Howard, 05:56:07 02/07/09 Sat (91.110.240.54)
      - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Gary, 09:49:57 02/07/09 Sat (86.138.89.118)
        
        Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Bob P, 10:10:53 02/07/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
        Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Howard, 11:48:58 02/08/09 Sun (91.110.155.154)
        
        Try here, it's not so obvious on Google earth -- Clive, 09:47:32 02/10/09 Tue (88.109.61.10)
        
        Re: Try here, it's not so obvious on Google earth -- Howard, 15:38:24 02/10/09 Tue (91.110.173.8)
- Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Alan, 07:58:22 02/07/09 Sat (192.18.1.36)
  - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Geoff Roe, 09:38:46 02/07/09 Sat (87.113.78.244)
  - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- Howard, 14:21:24 02/07/09 Sat (91.110.162.59)
    - Re: ST Aviation + Skycraft Communication -- joe Iszard (1728688452), 10:07:48 02/08/09 Sun (87.115.82.191)
      - Val, STs star -- Clive, 09:08:53 02/10/09 Tue (88.109.61.10)
Tie Down -- Rolf, 16:35:03 02/09/09 Mon (213.184.221.113)
Is it possible to create a permanent anchor for tie downs at the wing strut? I believe I have seen this one or another place.

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- Re: Tie Down -- Vic, 19:42:18 02/09/09 Mon (86.6.2.142)
- Re: Tie Down -- Kevin at ST, 22:53:11 02/09/09 Mon (91.111.70.47)
Spinner -- Rolf, 22:25:38 02/05/09 Thu (213.184.221.113)
I have a problem with the spinner. It seems like the spinner is a little out of balance. I've tried to straighten it, but not succeed completely. I can not notice anything on the engine, it goes without noticeable vibrations. It is the most visual. Do you think this has any bad effect on the shaft. Thank you

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- Re: Spinner -- Vic, 08:14:50 02/06/09 Fri (86.6.2.142)
  - Re: Spinner -- Dennis, 09:30:17 02/06/09 Fri (195.93.21.37)
    - Re: Spinner -- jules, 09:35:26 02/06/09 Fri (80.76.116.35)
      - Re: Spinner -- Bob P, 16:18:18 02/07/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
- Re: Spinner -- Rolf (:-)), 21:44:58 02/07/09 Sat (213.184.221.113)
Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Bob P, 21:30:21 02/02/09 Mon (84.92.114.48)
Was it my imagination or was there a posting on this site yesterday (02 Feb 2009) from Roger saying that ST/ST Services no longer held the franchise for supplying Jabiru aircraft and spares? I thought the thread went on to say that Roger was looking forward to having more time to build a hangar for his airstrip in France? and to spend time flying in the bush?

If the posting has been removed perhaps Vic could explain why?

Also does anyone know who our new official agent is, and whether they will they be providing a maintenance service?

Bob

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- Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Paul, 22:07:02 02/02/09 Mon (81.157.150.92)
  - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Alan, 06:59:43 02/03/09 Tue (192.18.8.1)
    - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Jim, 08:49:03 02/03/09 Tue (86.141.99.254)
- Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Martin, 09:26:27 02/03/09 Tue (84.68.114.89)
  - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Bob P, 11:54:11 02/03/09 Tue (84.92.114.48)
- Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Kevin at ST, 13:31:36 02/03/09 Tue (91.111.93.143)
  - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Alan Thomas, 13:57:37 02/03/09 Tue (192.18.8.1)
  - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Geoff Roe, 17:47:26 02/03/09 Tue (87.114.46.5)
  - Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- jules, 19:13:49 02/03/09 Tue (91.72.158.85)
- Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- Vic, 18:20:28 02/03/09 Tue (86.6.2.142)
  - Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- jules, 19:19:57 02/03/09 Tue (91.72.158.85)
    - Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- Vic, 22:24:06 02/03/09 Tue (86.6.2.142)
      - Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- Bob P, 23:22:36 02/03/09 Tue (84.92.114.48)
      - Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- Howard, 07:04:30 02/04/09 Wed (91.110.193.180)
        
        Re: I removed the posting as it was commercially sensitive -- Paul, 19:23:29 02/04/09 Wed (81.157.150.92)
- Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Alan, 07:09:01 02/04/09 Wed (192.18.8.1)
- Re: Who's the Official UK Jabiru Agent? -- Kevin at ST, 18:30:49 02/06/09 Fri (91.109.232.179)
Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Bob P, 22:46:28 02/04/09 Wed (84.92.114.48)
I read in the LAA magazine (Page 8 Feb 2009 Issue) that Garry has resigned as a director of ST Aviation Services, and has set up is own Jabiru service and maintenance operation - GRC Engineering.

Congratulations and well done Garry.

Assuming this website is to continue perhaps it could include contact details and a brief resumee of all the "independants" who specialise in providing Jabiru related goods and services.

Cheers

Bob

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- Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Howard, 02:13:44 02/05/09 Thu (91.110.207.71)
  - Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Bob P, 18:58:48 02/05/09 Thu (84.92.114.48)
  - Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Paul, 19:00:08 02/05/09 Thu (81.157.150.92)
    - Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Howard, 19:40:56 02/05/09 Thu (91.110.217.207)
      - Information -- Paul, 19:51:32 02/05/09 Thu (81.157.150.92)
- Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- john grant, 10:05:28 02/05/09 Thu (86.167.244.26)
- Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Ron Kirkland, 00:01:10 02/06/09 Fri (92.40.188.233)
  - Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Howard, 04:45:30 02/06/09 Fri (91.110.153.180)
- Re: Congratulations to Garry on going Solo -- Vic, 08:21:03 02/06/09 Fri (86.6.2.142)
J400 crash in Windhoek, Namibia on Golf Course -- Nick Good, 00:00:11 02/05/09 Thu (86.148.183.150)
Self explanatory, including pics, crew survive in ITU - here.

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Oil Temps -- Howard, 08:27:45 02/01/09 Sun (91.110.191.129)
The weather is crap , so here goes for a question that has been bugging me , I have just asked the same bit on the Jab -engines site ,information from that site idicates a 12 v oil sump heater sounds good ,waiting for more info on availability ,now the question ,on start up the dial indicates max oil pressure , but I can hear for about 3 secs what sounds like tappet noise ,then its gone ,engine smooth as a nut , is this the time it takes for the oil to reach certain parts ,no oil means wear ,is it to do with oil pressure valve setting ,ideas welcome .

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- Re: Oil Temps -- Roger, 10:33:41 02/01/09 Sun (91.84.84.79)
- Re: Oil Temps -- Bob P, 16:25:18 02/01/09 Sun (84.92.114.48)
- Re: Oil Temps -- jules, 19:07:54 02/03/09 Tue (91.72.158.85)
  - Re: Oil Temps -- Howard, 19:30:38 02/03/09 Tue (91.110.201.151)
    - Re: Oil Temps -- Bob P, 22:23:49 02/03/09 Tue (84.92.114.48)
PPL Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Nick Good, 01:40:50 01/30/09 Fri (86.148.183.150)
I started PPL training recently in South Africa in a Jabiru J430, I've only accrued 7 hrs thus far. I'm now based in the UK near Hindhead in Surrey. Do any of you good folks know anywhere that does PPL training in a Jab - 2 or 4 seat - within reasonable striking distance?

ta!

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- Re: PPL Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Roger, 07:12:44 01/30/09 Fri (91.84.84.79)
  - Re: PPL Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Nick Good, 13:25:01 01/30/09 Fri (86.148.183.150)
    - Re: PPL Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Roger, 22:10:35 01/30/09 Fri (91.84.84.79)
- Re: PPL Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Paul, 09:58:56 01/31/09 Sat (88.108.1.254)
- Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Clive, 10:52:49 01/31/09 Sat (88.109.29.234)
  - Re: Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Nick Good, 17:13:46 01/31/09 Sat (86.148.183.150)
    - Re: Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Eamonn, 15:55:42 02/02/09 Mon (86.2.161.137)
      - Re: Training in the UK in a Jab? -- Nick Good, 22:16:35 02/03/09 Tue (86.148.183.150)
DELRIN FITTINGS -- Anders Sunde, 07:42:12 02/03/09 Tue (213.225.76.7)
I am in the Aircraft Spruce & Spes. online shop, looking at Delrin barbed fittings for my fuel system. It is under the Bing alcohol resistance fuel line, where they advertise for for clamp free fittings.

I would be very happy if sombody had any experience on using these.I am thinking of leaks, breaks etc.

Anders

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- Re: DELRIN FITTINGS -- john grant, 15:21:00 02/03/09 Tue (86.140.119.140)
Permit -- Les Field (G-SIMP), 12:34:58 01/30/09 Fri (80.41.169.67)
Can anyone recommend an inspector to re-new my permit in East Sussex (Deanland)?

Thanks,

Les.
lesfield(at)gmail.com

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- http://www.lightaircraftassociation.co.uk/inspectors/inspectorsListing.php (NT) -- Roger, 10:24:59 01/31/09 Sat (91.84.84.79)
- Re: Permit -- graham, 15:07:48 01/31/09 Sat (119.160.149.141)
What should I expect to see? (in an oil filter) -- Peter Knight, 20:40:05 01/27/09 Tue (88.105.250.17)
G-PHYZ has now completed its first 25 hours so I have changed the oil and filter. As there is little chance of flying in the current weather I cut the oil filter open and tried to wash out any metallic residue to see what has been deposited on the oil filter paper.
There seems to be very little. I can see a few silvery metallic sub millimeter flakes and a single very small bronze flake. Other than getting oil every where and keeping me harmlessly occupied for a couple of hours I'm none the wiser as I have no idea what a normal amount of deposit would be after the first 25 hours. If anything I'm a bit surprised there was so little in the filter. What's normal?
Peter

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- Re: What should I expect to see? (in an oil filter) -- Bob P, 10:34:18 01/28/09 Wed (84.92.114.48)
  - Re: What should I expect to see? (in an oil filter) -- Ralph, 06:40:52 01/29/09 Thu (119.224.5.114)
Constructors Manual Updates -- Ross Bond, 23:32:56 01/22/09 Thu (220.233.45.6)
G'Day Jabiru People,

I am uploading updates to the Jabiru Conductors Manual to the Jabiru website (www.Jabiru.net.au) at the moment: all of the Model-specific files will be there inside the hour.

Lots of tidying up in this issue, better/clearer drawings and so forth, an improved method of fitting the Flaps as well as an improved Ailerons task and the start of the Testing section: Weight and Balance is in there currently and I will be adding the rest over the coming weeks. The Flight Testing task will be considerably expanded.

The links to the individual files will all be updated late next week: most are correct but Testing tasks can only be seen in the complete Model-specific files for the moment.

--
Warm regards from Bundaberg,
Ross

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- Wow, never seen it before.....is it real? -- Clive, 21:08:15 01/23/09 Fri (129.230.248.1)
  - Re: Wow, never seen it before.....is it real? No, sorry -- Ross, 05:25:54 01/24/09 Sat (220.233.45.6)
- Re: Constructors Manual Updates -- Vic, 11:49:09 01/24/09 Sat (86.6.2.142)
- Re: Constructors Manual Updates -- john grant, 12:47:32 01/25/09 Sun (86.144.81.34)
OIL OVERFLOW HOSE -- Dave Morton, 19:16:59 01/22/09 Thu (91.105.139.171)
Can anyone advise what implications there would be if the oil overflow hose was to be removed/blanked off at the top of the dipstick?
Each time I fly it would appear that the amount of oil that I use to top up is approx the same amount that has transferred into the overflow bottle, I've tried to route the hose so it is slightly raised from the dipstick exit point but still the oil transfers.
The level that I fill to on the dipstick is the lower mark as per dipstick comparisons advisory bulletin 2008.
Aircraft is a calypso ul 2200
thanks

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- Re: OIL OVERFLOW HOSE -- Bob P, 23:01:45 01/22/09 Thu (84.92.114.48)
- Re: OIL OVERFLOW HOSE -- Dennis, 09:03:58 01/23/09 Fri (195.93.21.37)
  - Warmer oil-less consumption? -- Clive, 21:03:05 01/23/09 Fri (129.230.248.1)
    - Re: Warmer oil-less consumption? -- Dave Morton, 08:44:43 01/24/09 Sat (91.105.162.19)
- Re: OIL OVERFLOW HOSE -- Peter Knight, 20:19:34 01/24/09 Sat (88.105.141.47)
Mode S : Which model ? -- Robin, 20:26:17 01/22/09 Thu (86.135.38.159)
Thank you Clive, useful information. I had heard that Trig TT31 was more fiddly to input codes than the opposition.
Big plus for Trig though , upon asking both Garmin and Trig companies some questions about their machines via email: Garmin required a prompt to reply , but the Trig engineer replied imediatly and took time to give me in depth answers (most re-assuring to use that company).

Kind regards
Robin

PS.
Has anybody found it a fiddle to code in on the TT31

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- Trig -- Clive, 18:56:52 01/24/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
Automatic Alert for new Jabiru Service Bulletins -- Bob P, 12:13:26 01/24/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
A list of Jabiru Service Bulletins (and all other light aircraft flown in Australia) is published on

http://www.auf.asn.au/airworthiness/index.html

There is a free site http://www.changedetection.com where you can register to monitor any website (not limited to aviation sites) for any change.

If you register with change detection.com and ask it to monitor the above auf.asn.au web page you will receive an automatic notification, complete with a fast access link , whenever a new airworthiness notice is issued.
Doing the above flags a message whenever any new bulletin is issued - not just those for Jabiru engines/aircraft.

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Three New Service Bulletins (but none relating to ethanol) -- Bob P, 22:10:51 01/22/09 Thu (84.92.114.48)
Jabiru have just issued three new Service Bulletins. One relates to adjustable rudder pedals, one relates to fuel pipe routing for aircraft with wing tanks, and one relates to the periodic replacement of undercarriage bolts.

Unfortunately the long awaited Service Bulletin relating using Jabirus with ethanol loaded mogas (reported as being "in preparation" two months ago) has still not emerged (surprise surprise)

Bob P

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Frozen Engine -- Howard, 15:26:01 01/10/09 Sat (91.110.174.122)
So why a new message on an old subject , well today I was in the middle of Shobdon airfield frozen to the core, and why because it was -7c s/w on the carb heater now 1c still no start large batt with jump leads ,NO START ,and no AC 230v anywhere , if you read the forum and Jabiru engines Yahoo ,everyone tels how to prevent it and how to overcome it ,but why does it happen , a car engine ,or a Lyc, or Cont ,will start in cold weather , so what is it with the Jabiru ,is it damp plug leads /dist ,everyone knows how to cure ,but can an engineer say why it is taking place ,what is the problem ?

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- Re: Frozen Engine -- Roger, 18:31:24 01/10/09 Sat (91.85.162.89)
  - Re: Frozen Engine -- Ralph, 21:24:14 01/10/09 Sat (119.224.5.114)
    - Re: Frozen Engine -- Howard, 08:09:27 01/11/09 Sun (91.110.215.72)
      - Re: Frozen Engine -- Ron Kirkland, 18:06:22 01/11/09 Sun (92.40.101.200)
        
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Howard, 21:56:41 01/11/09 Sun (91.110.184.65)
        
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Bernard Faupel, 04:07:26 01/12/09 Mon (202.149.25.197)
        
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Roscoe, 03:33:26 01/13/09 Tue (220.233.45.6)
        
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Paul, 22:26:54 01/13/09 Tue (88.108.91.208)
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Paul, 23:17:36 01/13/09 Tue (81.157.150.92)
        
        Re: Frozen Engine -- Bernard Faupel, 11:48:20 01/14/09 Wed (79.214.67.165)
- Re: Frozen Engine -- Vic, 16:56:52 01/15/09 Thu (82.21.101.116)
  - Re: Frozen Engine -- Paul, 18:53:10 01/15/09 Thu (81.157.150.92)
- I think you are all missing the point. -- Clive, 20:30:07 01/15/09 Thu (129.230.248.1)
  - Re: I think you are all missing the point. -- Howard, 06:10:58 01/16/09 Fri (91.110.232.172)
    - Re: I think you are all missing the point. -- Dennis, 08:32:25 01/16/09 Fri (195.93.21.37)
      - So yours starts. -- Clive, 19:26:02 01/16/09 Fri (129.230.248.1)
        
        Re: So yours starts. -- Dennis, 08:41:56 01/17/09 Sat (195.93.21.37)
        
        Yep -- Clive, 18:55:55 01/17/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
    - Re: I think you are all missing the point. -- Graham, 12:48:15 01/16/09 Fri (88.111.119.191)
    - The slide... -- Clive, 19:17:18 01/16/09 Fri (129.230.248.1)
      - Re: More than one issue -- Paul, 19:50:48 01/16/09 Fri (81.157.150.92)
- Re: Frozen Engine -- Kevin at ST, 23:30:14 01/16/09 Fri (81.141.27.113)
  - Re: Frozen Engine -- Howard, 10:34:51 01/17/09 Sat (91.110.224.80)
  - Re: Frozen Engine -- Paul, 16:07:12 01/17/09 Sat (81.157.150.92)
    - Re: Frozen Engine -- Norman C, 16:55:40 01/17/09 Sat (80.41.236.105)
  - Primer -- Clive, 21:02:28 01/17/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
    - Re: Primer -- Roger, 00:06:01 01/18/09 Sun (91.85.175.61)
      - So what is 'the fix' ? (NT) -- Clive, 13:34:06 01/18/09 Sun (129.230.248.1)
  - Bing manual -- Clive, 21:34:05 01/17/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
    - Re: Bing manual -- Howard, 06:55:49 01/18/09 Sun (91.110.241.18)
    - Re: Thanks Clive -- Howard, 15:33:33 01/18/09 Sun (91.110.232.101)
- Another suggestion.... -- Clive, 20:59:28 01/19/09 Mon (129.230.248.1)
- From Yahoo Forum -- Clive, 22:41:30 01/19/09 Mon (129.230.248.1)
  - Re: From Yahoo Forum -- Paul, 19:40:57 01/20/09 Tue (81.157.150.92)
Windscreen Misting/Icing -- Bob P, 11:11:44 01/04/09 Sun (84.92.114.48)
I haven’t got round yet to fitting cabin heat in the aircraft I’m presently flying (not a Jabiru but I guess the same principal applies). With the prolonged spell of close to/below zero temperatures I’m concerned that, in flight, the outside of the windscreen could mist/freeze over - especially when descending.
Does anyone know whether this is a real possibility and if so how to recognize the conditions when it would be safer not to fly.
Thanks

Bob

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- Re: Windscreen Misting/Icing -- Graham, 11:37:11 01/05/09 Mon (88.109.25.184)
  - Re: Windscreen Misting/Icing -- Bernard Faupel, 12:38:53 01/05/09 Mon (119.31.110.131)
- Re: Windscreen Misting/Icing -- Vic, 18:32:45 01/05/09 Mon (82.21.101.116)
- Re: Windscreen Misting/Icing -- jon Grant, 09:44:02 01/08/09 Thu (86.139.208.21)
- Many thanks to everyone for your advice & info. (NT) -- Bob P, 14:39:47 01/10/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
- Heaterless -- Clive, 18:32:21 01/18/09 Sun (129.230.248.1)
Mode S : Which model ? -- Robin, 20:16:43 01/17/09 Sat (86.147.141.132)
We have a Garmin GTX320 Mode C fitted in our J430.
Time to upgrade to Mode S . So, what should we invest in ?. I only know of two that nicely match our pockets and the vacant slot in panel ,namely: the Garmin GTX328 and Trig TT31 . Perhaps somebody knows better?
I am also interested in none libelous good reasons for choosing one or the other. Advice Please .Robin

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- Garmin 328 -- Clive, 21:44:19 01/17/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
- Sorry Funkwerk, found at Filser -- Clive, 21:53:35 01/17/09 Sat (129.230.248.1)
J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Clive, 09:59:47 12/27/08 Sat (88.110.184.208)
I was flying Royce's 430 the other day and was trying to make the 'arrival' more elegant. I got to thinking about the only time that the plane behaves truly conventionally is when there is a passenger in the back. Only then does the c of G actually 'help' the ground handling.
Normally as the speed decays there is no way to hold the nose wheel up and unless the plane is 'wheeled' on to the ground it can often come down quite swiftly.
The newer noseleg has put the plane at a more acceptable angle of attack whist the nosewheel is on the ground but not everyone has £300 to spend on this and even still if the box is mounted as per the manual the plane will still point 'downhill'. Even with the new longer nosewheel leg the plane is still heavy on the nose, especially with two heavy folk in the front. And even with G-KEVI, the best set up one I've seen, low noseleg box and new longer leg, there's still no way to hold off or lift up the nosewheel at low speeds like a regular trike U/C plane.

So, how about some ballast? Fitted only when there is no baggage or rear seat passengers. There are quite a few aircraft that use this approach for C of G requirements in the air but that isn't the issue with the 400 series as at flying speed everything is tickety boo.
Thoughts J4 pilots? Lump of lead behind the back seats?

Regards, Clive

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- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- John Lamb, 23:31:09 12/28/08 Sun (58.165.71.184)
- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Simon, 17:20:13 12/29/08 Mon (81.149.235.102)
  - Thank for the feedback -- Clive, 19:19:53 12/29/08 Mon (88.110.184.208)
    - Re: Thank for the feedback -- Roscoe, 03:44:29 01/13/09 Tue (220.233.45.6)
- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Peter Knight, 22:39:00 12/29/08 Mon (88.105.139.237)
- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Howard, 06:44:41 12/30/08 Tue (91.110.242.233)
- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Vic, 07:35:46 12/30/08 Tue (82.21.101.116)
- Re: J430 and 400 Ballast when only two on board..... -- Simon, 19:26:37 01/02/09 Fri (81.149.235.102)
Winter Flying - Flying Control Restriction -- Roger, 07:40:39 01/09/09 Fri (91.85.162.89)
During this current cold spell, a pilot cruising at 3000 ft in an SK experienced an increasing stiffness in the ailerons to the extent that he had very little movement left and right. He recovered to Southery without incident and the aircraft was left on the pan for further investigation.

The next morning, it was found that the ailerons had jammed solid. The aircraft was brought into the hangar and a thorough investigation made.

Considerable amount of water was blown out of the right aileron teleflex cable and this water freezing to ice is believed to have caused the jamming. This aircraft had been left out in the open in the summer and it is likely that water had seeped in over a period of time. The angle of the aileron cable attached to the aileron makes it easy for water to enter the cable if the dust cap is not fully in position.

Check your aileron cable dust caps and if missing, dislocated or damaged then you may have water in the cable. If you feel that your controls are stiffening in flight then suspect icing, descend below the freezing level and land asap. In ICAO conditions, the temperature decreases by approx 2 degs per 1000 ft. Exercise your controls throughout. You should be able to over ride the increasing restriction with force.

The issue has been reported to the LAA.

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- Re: Winter Flying - Flying Control Restriction -- Bob P, 14:29:38 01/10/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
Winter starting -- Graham, 10:37:19 01/07/09 Wed (212.139.92.212)
I have been having a great deal of trouble starting the Jab in this very cold weather. I was having to remove two plugs and dip them in fuel to get it to go. Then I came up with the idea of using the wife's hair dryer. WOW, works a treat. Hold it in the front and blow hot air over the plugs for a couple of minutes then blow hot air into the air filter intake. It starts on the touch of the button.
But don't forget to take the hair dryer home. She was not best pleased.!!!!

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- Re: Winter starting -- Clive, 23:04:39 01/07/09 Wed (88.109.246.216)
- Re: Winter starting -- Mark, 13:20:18 01/08/09 Thu (62.200.20.13)
Kreem treatment of fuel tank -- Paul, 21:27:47 01/06/09 Tue (88.108.91.208)
While I've got the fuel tank out of my SK STA have recommended that I treat the fuel tank with Kreem.

Has anybody used this before, any tips for using it in a previously used fuel tank and have you had any problems?

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- Re: Kreem treatment of fuel tank -- Graham, 10:01:39 01/07/09 Wed (212.139.92.212)
  - Re: Kreem treatment of fuel tank -- Howard, 16:51:59 01/07/09 Wed (91.110.134.95)
- Re: Kreem treatment of fuel tank -- Vic, 19:37:53 01/07/09 Wed (82.21.101.116)
Price of avgas -- Graham H, 10:46:34 01/02/09 Fri (88.110.17.200)
On Boxing day at Headcorn I paid £1-78 per litre. what are the rest of you guys paying.

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- £0.86/litre (Shell Mogas) -- Bob P, 10:44:58 01/03/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
- Re: Price of avgas -- Keith Betteley, 14:29:45 01/05/09 Mon (86.130.13.136)
- 84p (NT) -- Clive, 07:34:02 01/07/09 Wed (88.109.246.216)
nice wheels dude! -- Murray, 20:06:06 01/05/09 Mon (213.120.7.151)
Hey up uncle Vic, where did you get that picture of me & you out for a drive in my new car!

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- Re: nice wheels dude! -- Vic, 09:41:35 01/06/09 Tue (82.21.101.116)
any tips on rear window replacement -- Paul, 17:25:04 01/03/09 Sat (88.108.91.208)
In the process of removing the fuel tank from my SK are have cracked the rear starboard window.

I can see from the build manual how it all went together but would appreciate any advice on the best way to remove the old one and replace with new.

Paul

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- Re: any tips on rear window replacement -- Vic, 19:28:42 01/03/09 Sat (82.21.101.116)
  - Re: any tips on rear window replacement -- Vic, 19:33:07 01/03/09 Sat (82.21.101.116)
    - Re: any tips on rear window replacement -- Paul, 20:20:58 01/03/09 Sat (88.108.91.208)
      - Re: any tips on rear window replacement -- Vic, 21:25:20 01/03/09 Sat (82.21.101.116)
        
        Re: any tips on rear window replacement -- Bob P, 10:50:49 01/04/09 Sun (84.92.114.48)
Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Duncan, 11:10:21 10/19/08 Sun (79.77.202.242)
Pete,
I have exactly the same problem as yours.

Did you find a solution?

Rgds.,
D.

<
We would like to buy a new kit, but understand ST Aviation no longer supply parts for this unit.
Does anyone know anybody who might supply parts or be able to repair it? We're not sure if the fault exists in the control module or the actual display, but the power supply to the unit is OK.
Any ideas much appreciated.
Regards,
Pete.>>

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- Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Enrico, 15:27:36 10/19/08 Sun (88.107.56.192)
- Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Vic, 18:18:26 10/19/08 Sun (82.21.101.116)
- Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Martin, 22:01:04 10/19/08 Sun (84.69.94.39)
- Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- john grant, 09:16:46 10/20/08 Mon (86.140.115.214)
  - Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Duncan, 20:55:38 01/03/09 Sat (79.77.186.1)
- Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Paul, 20:44:51 10/20/08 Mon (88.108.27.176)
  - Re: Fuel Computer (Help!) -- Howard, 19:05:47 10/21/08 Tue (91.110.213.9)
Nose gear -- Paul Hendry-Smith, 18:06:52 12/31/08 Wed (86.155.233.60)
Dear All

Seasons greetings, happy New Year and all that.

Right as the owner of a J400 that I am finally getting to grips with I thought I should make the group aware of a problem that might affect all of the J400 type and possibly others.

The aircraft was completed about 1 year ago and the builder must have had an aboration with hooking up the nose gear. Without going into too much detail and for an unrelated issue I had my engineers pull the front gear off completely and check a number of things, what came to the fore was the fact that the 4 long and 2 short bolts (obviously new at the time of the build)that hold the front gear on had severe corrosion on the portion that pass through the firewall. Significant rust and bad pitting, and yes they had been Duralac'd or similar.

As it is an area that doesn't come under close scrutiny often and almost certainly is never stripped down, but takes conciderable loading, it isn't an area you want bolts failing??

Paul

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- Re: Nose gear -- Vic, 08:35:24 01/01/09 Thu (82.21.101.116)
  - Re: Nose gear -- Paul Hendry-Smith, 09:38:18 01/01/09 Thu (86.153.156.255)
    - Re: Nose gear -- Roger, 08:25:43 01/02/09 Fri (82.153.193.229)
      - Re: Nose gear -- Bernard Faupel, 13:17:06 01/02/09 Fri (119.31.111.113)
        
        Re: Nose gear -- Paul, 18:33:11 01/02/09 Fri (86.153.154.93)
- Dissimilar metal corrosion? -- Clive, 22:45:16 01/02/09 Fri (79.79.230.100)
  - Re: Dissimilar metal corrosion? -- Paul, 23:27:30 01/02/09 Fri (86.155.233.121)
    - Re: Dissimilar metal corrosion? -- Bob P, 11:07:49 01/03/09 Sat (84.92.114.48)
      - Re: Dissimilar metal corrosion? -- Paul, 14:44:17 01/03/09 Sat (86.169.60.133)
Ethanol and other stuff in fuel. -- Alan Thomas, 14:19:54 01/02/09 Fri (83.217.166.203)
I just read the latest LAA mag and some interesting stuff about fuel.From my non engineering viewpoint looks like some light at the end of the tunnel.

Happy new year everyone.

Regards

Alan
G ujab

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Doors -- Paul, 23:10:10 01/01/09 Thu (81.157.151.217)
Dear All

Has anybody devised a neat and tidy door restraint, the wind up in North Norfolk can be a bit brisk and I can see the doors flapping about to be a bit of a problem. As I am not keen on reinventing the wheel if somebody got a solution I would love to hear about it.

Many thanks

Paul

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- Re: Doors -- Graham H, 10:33:23 01/02/09 Fri (88.110.17.200)
- Re: Doors -- john grant, 12:07:54 01/02/09 Fri (81.154.254.161)
  - Re: Doors -- Bernard Faupel, 13:05:05 01/02/09 Fri (119.31.111.113)
Christmas Greetings -- Ron Kirkland, 00:00:49 12/23/08 Tue (92.40.194.87)
Just to wish all Jab owners, and in particular Roger and Gary at ST Aviation, a very Merry Christmas and a great 2009. Happy and Safe Flying everyone
Ron and Sharon (G-CBGR)

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- Re: Christmas Greetings -- Roger, 21:57:24 12/25/08 Thu (82.153.194.114)
  - Re: Christmas Greetings -- Ron Kirkland, 14:46:01 12/28/08 Sun (92.40.146.158)
WANTED -- MIck O'Connor, 12:29:59 12/24/08 Wed (193.113.57.165)
The Hrs LCD panel has died on my VDO tacho (item No. 999 165 009) Was hoping someone who has upgraded to a digital panel may want to sell their un-used tacho. Would prefer one with less than 360 Hrs on the Hr meter panle

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- Other places to ask-2 -- Clive, 10:10:14 12/27/08 Sat (88.110.184.208)
Thanks Vic -- Howard, 17:28:31 12/20/08 Sat (91.110.235.31)
Thanks Vic for your hard work on this forum , I don`t know where the Jabi pilots would be if we didn`t have this communication media , thanks to your wife for putting up with us, Wishing you both a Happy Xmas and a Good New Year and not forgetting Jacko ,all the Best ,

Howard

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- Re: Thanks Vic -- Vic, 21:27:35 12/20/08 Sat (82.21.101.116)
  - Re: Thanks Vic -- Bernard Faupel, 03:22:53 12/21/08 Sun (119.31.57.251)
- Nice one Vic, thanks Howard -- Clive, 09:45:17 12/27/08 Sat (88.110.184.208)
Its With US -- Howard, 06:38:51 12/22/08 Mon (91.110.132.123)
Its with us ,and I don`t mean Xmas , Ethanol has been found in Mogas purchased from Morrisons , Richard has flagged it up on the Hangar Chat forum on the LAA site .
The water test did not show it ,but the Colour Test did ,
and he re-checked for errors and the second test showed positive .so there we have it , now its up to the pilot .Happy Xmas .

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- Re: Its With US -- Paul, 20:55:53 12/22/08 Mon (88.108.91.208)
Jabiru Constructors Manual -- Ross Bond, 22:59:23 12/14/08 Sun (220.233.45.6)
Just a quick note: the Constructors Manuals for all models in the "J" series are now complete to the end of construction. The "Testing" section will be added early next year followed by the "UL" Constructors Manual.

Go to www.Jabiru.net.au and click on "Manuals" in the left-hand pane and scroll down to "Airframe Construction". The manuals are all around 25MB but they have been optimized for fast internet viewing.

Seasons Greetings to all from Bundaberg!

Ross

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- Re: Jabiru Constructors Manual -- Vic, 12:49:44 12/20/08 Sat (82.21.101.116)
Chrimpers -- Murray Flint, 21:08:30 12/16/08 Tue (213.120.8.141)
Murray & Caroline Flint would like to wish you all a very happy Christmas & blue skys for the new year.

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- Re: Chrimpers -- Eamonn, 17:05:29 12/17/08 Wed (193.201.191.33)
- Re: Chrimpers -- Peter Knight, 18:47:38 12/17/08 Wed (88.105.217.90)
- Re: Chrimpers -- Howard, 05:38:56 12/19/08 Fri (91.110.161.39)
rotor arm -- Carl, 15:16:19 12/04/08 Thu (195.93.21.37)
I’m a newly qualified PPL with a recently purchased SP470, with which I’m very happy.

Unable to start the plane I went through the helpful Jabiru checklist until I found, what I think is, the problem. The rotor arm in the distributor was very loose and almost fell off the shaft as I removed the cap. Checking the engine log book I see that the rotor arm has been changed twice before (so the new arm will be the fourth arm since the engine was new) and replaced at similar time intervals. The engine has done 580 hours and it’s approximately 30 hours since it received a Permit to fly just over two months ago.

Am I right in thinking that if the rotor arm failed in flight the engine would stop? I’d really rather this didn’t happen! So my question for the forum is –

Does anyone have any advice to guard against a rotor failing in flight? I intend to use a dob of loctite on the new arm.

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- Re: rotor arm -- Vic, 20:10:53 12/04/08 Thu (82.21.101.116)
  - Re: rotor arm -- Carl, 10:04:12 12/05/08 Fri (195.93.21.37)
    - Re: rotor arm -- Vic, 07:54:25 12/06/08 Sat (82.21.101.116)
      - Re: rotor arm -- Peter Knight (A puzzle?), 08:33:27 12/06/08 Sat (88.105.224.34)
        
        Re: rotor arm -- Vic, 16:15:13 12/06/08 Sat (82.21.101.116)
        
        Re: rotor arm -- Bob P, 00:46:14 12/07/08 Sun (84.92.114.48)
        
        Re: rotor arm -- Carl, 17:04:48 12/09/08 Tue (195.93.21.37)
        
        Well found Carl -- Clive, 21:45:39 12/10/08 Wed (129.230.248.1)
- 2200 rotors -- Clive, 00:08:43 12/09/08 Tue (212.139.94.248)
- Re: rotor arm -- dave abbott, 06:54:13 12/16/08 Tue (193.192.77.254)
AF Swivel head Ratchet Spanners XMAS present to self? -- Clive, 21:50:18 12/10/08 Wed (129.230.248.1)
I didn't think I'd see these on sale again.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140285706111

Only 2 sets left now, I got some and they as as advertised.

Regards, Clive

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- Re: AF Swivel head Ratchet Spanners XMAS present to self? (NT) -- Peter Knight (...only one set left now...), 09:18:34 12/11/08 Thu (88.105.169.98)
- Slightly larger set for £48 + £9 PP or more, 1 bid in -- Clive, 11:48:16 12/11/08 Thu (129.230.248.1)
- All gone now but set on my second post didn't go, make the guy an offer.... (NT) -- Clive, 20:32:06 12/13/08 Sat (129.230.248.1)
EGTs -- Bruce, 12:53:36 10/24/08 Fri (41.208.50.176)
I have a J400 with 3300 (pre hydraulic valves)engine constructed proffessionally by the local agents. On a full power climb I get vastly different EGT readings ie 600 & 750. I have had the hoses checked and are as direct as possible. At cruise they level out at 750 & 720 at around 2750 RPM. The carb has been sent to the local factory( who are really good) and all is in acordance with the latest service bulletins, so I assume that the mixture settings and jets are correct.Two questions
1. Anyone have a similar issue and any thoughts
2. An EGT of 750 is close to the maximum of 780. Any thoughts or experiences, as I would hate to start breaking valves.

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- Re: EGTs -- Keith Betteley, 18:27:53 10/28/08 Tue (86.140.228.53)
  - Re: EGTs -- Bruce, 13:46:42 10/29/08 Wed (41.208.50.176)
- Re: EGTs -- Keith Betteley, 18:38:38 10/29/08 Wed (86.140.228.53)
  - Re: EGTs -- Bruce, 11:30:18 10/30/08 Thu (165.233.152.209)
- Re: EGTs -- Keith Betteley, 11:37:03 10/30/08 Thu (86.140.228.53)
- Re: EGTs -- Ralph, 21:48:45 10/30/08 Thu (124.197.20.36)
- Re: EGTs -- Keith Betteley, 07:22:54 11/13/08 Thu (86.130.13.218)
- Re: EGTs -- danny major, 18:27:09 12/04/08 Thu (158.35.225.228)
The LAA and US -- Howard, 19:20:13 11/17/08 Mon (91.110.186.181)
To answer Keith`s statement regarding Mogas( Ethanol) in this forum , the priorities he has stated I agree with 100% , So where do we go from here , Jabi are doing there bit and so are ST ,no complaints there ,
So where does that leave us the CAA and LAA the 29th will see the SPLASH show at the NEC the LAA have a stand there , I will make it my business to ask them some questions and ask them to consult with the CAA on this problem , I can only ask anyone with interests to do the same ,they take your money ,you ask the questions ,thats fair isn`t it ,
If anyone thinks this is the wrong way to solve this problem then please shout up

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- Re: The LAA and US -- Keith Betteley, 15:23:14 11/18/08 Tue (86.151.143.82)
  - Re: The LAA and US -- Howard, 17:01:43 11/18/08 Tue (91.110.232.160)
    - Re: The LAA and US -- Bob P, 18:53:12 11/18/08 Tue (84.92.114.48)
    - Re: The LAA and US -- Bob P, 21:17:31 11/18/08 Tue (84.92.114.48)
      - Re: The LAA and US -- Howard, 04:54:16 11/19/08 Wed (91.110.164.177)
        
        Re: The LAA and US -- Bob P, 00:09:36 11/20/08 Thu (84.92.114.48)
- Re: The LAA and US -- Keith Betteley, 09:26:55 11/19/08 Wed (86.151.143.82)
  - Re: The LAA and US -- Geoff Roe, 21:21:50 11/19/08 Wed (87.114.146.169)
    - Re: The LAA and US -- Geoff Roe, 21:38:22 11/19/08 Wed (87.114.146.169)
      - Re: The LAA and US -- Bob P, 23:56:40 11/19/08 Wed (84.92.114.48)
        
        Re: The LAA and US -- Geoff Roe, 18:40:05 11/20/08 Thu (87.113.65.31)
        
        Re: The LAA and US -- Howard, 20:23:21 11/20/08 Thu (91.110.141.190)
Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Howard, 07:24:38 11/05/08 Wed (91.110.133.98)
The Oz Jab site has now come up with some Ethanol news ,
They state the J120 can use up to 10% Ethanol ,
So where is the differance for other Jabs ,
All I want to know is what to do ,what to change , I am not asking for freebies , just Tech information ,Ethanol will be in most brands by April 2009 . not far away is it , fuel now at 94.5 p per litre ,and Avgas still at 170p is starting to get at me .
Gentlemen it is time we knew the facts .

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- Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Jeremy Metcalfe, 17:26:41 11/05/08 Wed (84.66.45.253)
  - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Howard, 18:51:12 11/05/08 Wed (91.110.187.7)
- Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Kevin at ST, 16:02:24 11/13/08 Thu (91.109.223.81)
  - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Howard, 17:01:15 11/13/08 Thu (91.110.229.135)
  - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Bob P, 21:35:51 11/13/08 Thu (84.92.114.48)
- Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Kevin at ST, 23:37:03 11/13/08 Thu (91.109.223.81)
  - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Howard, 08:09:49 11/14/08 Fri (91.110.138.239)
  - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Bob P, 21:03:42 11/14/08 Fri (84.92.114.48)
    - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Howard, 07:50:52 11/15/08 Sat (91.110.235.231)
      - Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Bob P, 21:12:29 11/15/08 Sat (84.92.114.48)
        
        Re: Jab Oz and Ethanol -- Bernd Faupel, 15:16:10 11/18/08 Tue (119.31.80.102)
Aeroquip on eBay -- Clive, 20:20:48 11/17/08 Mon (129.230.248.1)
Aeroquip hose fittings on eBay:
http://search.stores.ebay.co.uk/Dustys-Speed-Shop_aeroquip_W0QQfciZQ2d1QQfclZ4QQfsnZDustysQ20SpeedQ20ShopQQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQsaselZ140037505QQsofpZ0

Prices look very good, Regards, Clive

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Thank you -- Eamonn, 23:42:21 11/14/08 Fri (86.0.221.35)
I have just sold my Jabiru UL this week in which I have enjoyed some great flying over the last few years. I would like to say a thank you to ST (Kevin, Gary and Roger) and also to Vic, Murray and to the jab community for all the help I have received over those years. We all (I included) like to make noise and complain when things go wrong but we forget to come back and say thank you at times.
While I would not describe ST as perfect in all ways I have found them to be very fair, reasonable and supportive. They have gone out of their way to do things for me that other dealers would not have. I think we sometimes don’t realise how they can become piggy in the middle between us and Aus.
Oh yes, Kevin-I’ll be around later to collect £10 per word!!!!!

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- Re: Thank you -- Roger, 06:49:53 11/16/08 Sun (82.152.200.172)
- Friends of Jab.... -- Clive, 19:05:08 11/16/08 Sun (129.230.248.1)
- Re: Thank you -- Vic, 15:19:00 11/17/08 Mon (82.21.101.116)
- Re: Thank you -- Murray Flint, 20:12:03 11/17/08 Mon (213.120.7.57)
oil filter -- Henrik, 22:40:51 10/22/08 Wed (85.82.164.221)
I am going to change oil filter on my jabiru 2,2 and had read in the manual that it should be RYCO Z 386 or similar. Where to by this or can a similar car type be used?

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- Re: oil filter -- Clive, 09:36:01 10/31/08 Fri (89.168.131.78)
  - Re: oil filter -- Paul, 07:10:09 11/01/08 Sat (88.108.5.235)
    - Re: oil filter -- Enrico, 00:48:21 11/02/08 Sun (88.107.75.32)
      - Re: oil filter -- Howard, 07:23:48 11/02/08 Sun (91.108.60.213)
        
        Re: oil filter -- Bob P, 12:58:06 11/02/08 Sun (84.92.114.48)
- Re: oil filter -- Roger, 10:55:20 11/03/08 Mon (82.152.200.172)
  - Much of a muchness -- Clive, 21:09:26 11/05/08 Wed (79.71.200.111)
    - Re: Much of a muchness -- Roger, 16:41:28 11/06/08 Thu (86.130.42.88)
      - Re: Much of a muchness -- Clive, 22:39:47 11/07/08 Fri (129.230.248.1)
        
        Re: Much of a muchness -- Roger, 10:30:35 11/08/08 Sat (82.152.200.172)
        
        Re: Much of a muchness -- Bob P, 18:02:34 11/10/08 Mon (80.229.36.224)
        
        Jolly good question -- Clive, 22:26:51 11/10/08 Mon (129.230.248.1)
        
        Re: Jolly good question -- Bob P, 13:15:11 11/11/08 Tue (80.229.36.224)
Ethanol -- Paul Hendry-Smith, 21:19:13 11/06/08 Thu (86.164.19.23)
I may be a bit late but here is a quick test for ethanol in fuel, no expensive kits or stuff.

Get a Burette , a cylindrical chemists vessel with acurate graduations ideally 1000ml's, some water and some food dye.

Colour the water with the food dye, pour 900mls of suspect fuel into the burette and then 100ml of coloured water.

Put your hand over the top and give a good shake, then check the amount of coloured water now visable. As ethanol is hydrophillic and water miscable the ethanol combines with the water giving an apparent increase in coloured water.

Measure the increase off of the side of the burette and then a simple bit of math will tell you how much ethanol is present.

Paul

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- Re: Ethanol -- Howard, 06:40:18 11/07/08 Fri (91.110.190.34)
  - Re: Ethanol -- Paul Hendry-Smith, 18:40:36 11/07/08 Fri (86.169.57.113)
- Re: Ethanol -- Paul, 22:10:18 11/07/08 Fri (88.108.5.235)
  - Re: Ethanol -- Howard, 07:24:09 11/08/08 Sat (91.108.58.127)
    - Re: Ethanol -- Geoff Roe, 08:42:22 11/09/08 Sun (87.113.19.122)
      - Re: Ethanol -- Dennis, 09:17:43 11/09/08 Sun (195.93.21.37)
        
        Re: Ethanol -- Graham, 10:15:28 11/09/08 Sun (80.41.186.99)
      - Re: Ethanol -- Roger, 07:59:03 11/10/08 Mon (82.152.200.172)
        
        Re: Ethanol - ST& Jabiru need to sort out their mess -- Bob P, 16:21:53 11/10/08 Mon (80.229.36.224)
- Re: Ethanol -- Keith Betteley, 09:24:49 11/09/08 Sun (86.144.171.200)
  - Re: Ethanol -- Howard, 12:46:54 11/09/08 Sun (91.108.54.33)
noisy prop on ebay -- john grant, 13:38:57 11/08/08 Sat (86.140.43.166)
I bought a 3 blade ground adjust prop from Woodcomp.
SR200J (Jabiru)but on fitting had ground clearance problem.
Sent back to Woodcomp to remove 55mm from tips.
When re-fitted was very noisy and not very efficient.
The trimming obviously b***d it up. So £900-00 down the drain. It is now on ebay (8th Nov) May be possible to re-profile the tips which were crudely square cut.

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