Tommy

"composition of rubber compounds. Types of fabric used in plys, design of bead cables. variance in manufacturing." If the loading and rating are the same why and how do composition, type of fabric, and bead cables etc matters? I don't look at those things when I buy tires. Should I? And why? QC is pretty subjective. I think Japanese's QC is in every way just as good as American's QC if you are suggesting the opposite.

So with exactly the same number ply and same loading / speed rating. What's the difference between expensive and cheaper tire then?

So a "stiffer" and "thicker" tires is not necessary better? And the correct tire pressure is a more important factor?

I think it's difficult, from a legal as well as practical stand point, for AOPA to comment / advocate on individual SBs. I commend Mike Busch for his courage to take on this issue and I am sure he will be sleeping easy at night because he has the evidence / data to back him up. AOPA's lawyer, on the other hand.... At best, all AOPA can do is to make general comments about the draconian, dictatorial, believing-everything-the-manufacturer-says (insert your own opinions here) attitude of FAA.

But it will only jam when the physical parameters are not the same, right? Am I missing something 8-ply gives an average loading of 2350 compared to 6 ply of 1750. So in theory, it will take a slightly more brutal landing, right? All the relevant when you consider that there is no price difference between a cheap 8-ply and an expensive 6-ply.

Can you have two unique ICAO 24--bit air frame code assigned to a single plane or, vice versa, one unique code assigned to two transponders installed on the same air frame?

Yes Mooney calls for 6 on the main. But I wonder if the physical dimension / weight is the same or very similar, wouldn't 8-ply be better?

"I reached out to the company in the first post. They have no stcs yet but would be willing to work with me if I had ten airplanes willing to do it." Personally I think the warning light should be flashing on this. It's telling me that they either don't have the interest from GA or no money to do it that they need to have "volunteers." I know many STCs are done that way but you are talking about a critical component of an aircraft. This is not just some minor mod to the cowling we are talking about here. Not only will your insurance very likely reject this idea, this company probably doesn't have the financial capacity to pay out any damage caused by its system.

They are looking for test pilots on the cheap... Do it but make sure you tick "test pilot" on your life insurance and "for research" on the aircraft one. And find 9 other MSers that you really don't like....

You know where I am going with this right? (Ask @jetdriven if you are unsure)

Analog or digital? Indicated or true or calibrated?

It's an AB not New England Journal of Medicine. You need to fish out that article if you want to look at the methodology closely. It says CIC and I believe that includes Corrosion - X, which is, surprise surprise, a CIC. The AB doesn't specify which product was used. Again, pays to read the actual paper to find that one out if you think that Corrosion - X is not a CIC or a different kind of CIC that renders this AB un-applicable. "Nevertheless nowhere does it say Corrosion-X causes corrosion! On the contrary it says "...water displacing thin film CIC can offer substantial benefits in terms of preventing and/or retarding corrosion." At the expense of structural integrity. That's the whole point of this AB. I am NOT disputing the the anti-corrosion benefit of, SURPRISE SURPRISE, Corrosion Inhibiting Compounds. Again, can we please not hijack the thread. If you have questions for me, please start a new one?

Great photos! Looks like a fun day! I never had any experience with an E but I can't help to notice how close your prop cover is to the cowl. Is that normal for an E for it to sit so low or is it just the camera angle?

Wait, Jose. You are not serious, are you? You do realize CB stands for cheap bastard not crazy bastard, right? And I am curious how did you work out that 2-kt increase?

I never say Corrosion-X cause filiform corrosion. Not sure where did @jetdriven get that impression from. This is the article in question: https://www.casa.gov.au/file/78206/download?token=jN6iFBKk @jetdriven think it's probably another "OWT" or at the very least he is more willing to accept the risk of structural issues than dealing with corrosion. Anyway, let's try to not hijack the OP's post. My "can you mix the oil" is already bad enough. To OP, Aeroshell 100W for me and add camguard if I am planning long breaks between each flight. Aeroshell 100W was based on the advice from both my A&P and engine workshop chief technician. Camguard based on a combination of marketing and Busch's advice (or some other guru, can't remember). And where I live the temperature sits between 15-35 degree C and I fly on average once or twice a week. So works out well. Again - and this is the reason why MS can be a blessing or a curse - the prevailing climate condition, your style of flying, and your plane can all be different from every one else, so what works well for others may not work for you.

I never say Corrosion-X cause filiform corrosion. Not sure where did @jetdriven get that impression from. This is the article in question: https://www.casa.gov.au/file/78206/download?token=jN6iFBKk @jetdriven think it's probably another "OWT" or at the very least he is more willing to accept the risk of structural issues than dealing with corrosion.

A difficult but the right decision to do because this crash has no obvious cause (weather was fine and it was at cruising altitude).

Can this system do that?

Wonder if this will be like the CAPS, giving the pilots of singles a false sense of confidence? After all, there is no anti-ice on other important parts of the aircraft like prop and elevators...

troll verb Definition of troll transitive verb 2a : to antagonize (others) online by deliberately posting inflammatory, irrelevant, or offensive comments or other disruptive content. You're not my friend. Like I said, you're hopeless. Its easy to see what kind of person you are. One final couple of questions, then I'm hitting the ignore button. Do you even have a pilots license? Do you own an airplane? You are the one with the controversial statements. I merlely called bullshit on them. And I'm still calling bullshit on them. I don't think you're a pilot or an aircraft owner Im through explaining heaven to bears. Leave me alone. Go antagonize someone else. Enjoy your world. Find me the bottoming load rating on the Aero Trainer. 100$ to you via paypal if its the same as the FC3 6.00-6. If its less, you go away from this board and never come back. Deal? You're hopeless. Good day sir. Yes that does sound like a troll for sure...

Agree but this is what online forum is all about. Yes, things do get heated very quickly when opinions differ. Yes, facts can and will be checked almost instantaneously. Yes, one's ego gets beat down quite a lot. But the upside is you get to participate and get to learn lots of facts in a very short time. Now if you want to be a tyrannical buffoon, hurling insults at people who disagree, may I suggest starting a blog or a website where you can get to be the biggest self-appointed orator on the soapbox. From Merriam-Webster: Definition of forum plural forums ...c : a medium (such as a newspaper or online service) of open discussion or expression of ideas

Or this? But seriously, you need to let us know what sort of flying do you do now, will you do next year and next decade?

No he didn't land at Brisbane where I'm based. Would've liked to buy the guy a nice meal and see how he set things up. Probably something I will do if I win $50 million power ball or after I retire, whichever comes first. Hopefully the first because the second won't be too far off... "But who would he go to to check his answers..." - this is when complacency comes in. My retired A&P: 45 years in the business, logged 4000 hours as a pilot, half of which was in crop dusting(!), ran a shop with 15 A&Ps doing airframe, engine, and avionics. Wonderful guy. When I raised the issue of using CICs on joints etc, he immediately said that he will take a look at the paper and, if it is as bad as what the paper said, he will personally get on the phone and ring every owner that had maintenance done in his shop the last 10 years. My engine workshop CEO: also in the business for 30+ years (his dad started it back in the 60s) still regularly attends engine management courses like Advanced Pilots Seminars to get the latest information. None of them are afraid to be challenged. Always keep an open mind. That is professionalism. And that's why I have 40 medical journals sitting on my desk right now to put me to good sleep.

Such an exicitn yet frustrating time for owners like myself with old avionics. Exciting as more options are now rolling onto the market. Frustrating with all the STC uncertainties. and 2020 deadline is just around the corner. Email all the companies!

Well, I can't wait to the day that your bowel is working. Thanks for...errr... "dropping" by!