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by dstates
Thu Feb 13, 2025 8:49 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Engine Overhaul
Replies: 2
Views: 59

Re: Engine Overhaul

I just got done procuring all the parts to overhaul a C-145. Assembly will begin soon. When you say "Pushrod Conversion Kit", if you mean the pushrod tube conversion then you are looking for the Real Gasket Pushrod Tube kits. I purchased mine from Aircraft Spruce. I've worked with these in...
by dstates
Wed Feb 12, 2025 12:22 pm
Forum: The Pilot Lounge
Topic: AUTOPILOT
Replies: 26
Views: 60276

Re: AUTOPILOT

Just finishing my install of the Trio. At OSH2024 Garmin has no plans to do an autopilot for the 170. As soon as the Trio received certification that may have changed. But for me, the requirements creep of a Garmin AP means many many thousands of dollars. The Trio is plug and play for my panel, loo...
by dstates
Thu Feb 06, 2025 1:13 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Instrument Panel Shock Absorber
Replies: 6
Views: 3768

Re: Instrument Panel Shock Absorber

0411059-1 is available at Aircraft Spruce and worked fine on my 170A.

Doug
by dstates
Wed Feb 05, 2025 1:10 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Fuel Tank and Selector Problem
Replies: 2
Views: 563

Re: Fuel Tank and Selector Problem

I'm not sure if a total of 10 minutes is enough, but if you have the selector on "Both" the left and right tanks are connected and fuel will migrate to the lower tank. I would guess that this is what happened to cause fuel to leave your left tank.
by dstates
Fri Dec 20, 2024 1:17 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Availability of Parts
Replies: 15
Views: 4455

Re: Availability of Parts

Congrats on getting your 170! Here is a list of what I've struggled to find in my 5 years of owning a 170A. The nice thing here is that we can use owner produced parts in some situations. -Gear leg cover rubber gasket: I ordered material and made my own. -Fuel selector valve packing (your 170B fuel ...
by dstates
Thu Dec 05, 2024 12:21 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Yellow tagged O300 crankshaft
Replies: 3
Views: 2117

Re: Yellow tagged O300 crankshaft

Reach out to Jessie at Colorado Air Parts. Last I talked to him he had one.

Also, David LeJeune has been posting on FB O-300 group that he has a lot of parts. I believe he had one a couple months ago when I talked to him.
by dstates
Mon Nov 25, 2024 12:24 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Replacing Tailwheel Leafsprings
Replies: 22
Views: 9008

Re: Replacing Tailwheel Leafsprings

George. The T3 prevents broken springs and damaged rudders. Especially for those of us that operate off airport. The are pages and pages in these forums of problems with old and new tailwheel springs alike. Can you put a T3 on an original style steel tailwheel bracket, or does it have to be the &qu...
by dstates
Wed Nov 20, 2024 12:59 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Windshield Install Questions
Replies: 7
Views: 3013

Re: Windshield Install Questions

Here are a couple images from the Cessna 100 series service manual calling out Presstite 579.6 sealer. I only used it for the for the bottom of the windshield. windshield_2.jpg windshield_1.jpg I think I purchased it from LP Aero who I also purchased my windshield from. I remember it being a bit pri...
by dstates
Wed Nov 20, 2024 12:40 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Replacing Tailwheel Leafsprings
Replies: 22
Views: 9008

Re: Replacing Tailwheel Leafsprings

I also had to replace my entire tailwheel spring stack on my 170A. See here for a picture of what mine looked like. https://forum.cessna170.org/forums/viewtopic.php?p=145475#p145475 I also had the older style of tailwheel bracket. I don't believe spring stack thickness is as important with this desi...
by dstates
Tue Nov 19, 2024 12:33 pm
Forum: The TradeMart
Topic: Need Oil Sump
Replies: 4
Views: 4111

Re: Need Oil Sump

Airworks LLC just posted on their Facebook page that they have what looks to be a very nice sump for sale on consignment. Give them a call.
by dstates
Mon Nov 18, 2024 12:16 pm
Forum: The TradeMart
Topic: Need Oil Sump
Replies: 4
Views: 4111

Re: Need Oil Sump

Try contacting Okanagan Aero Engine in Kelowna, BC. They are known for their epoxy coating of these sumps and they may have an extra. I would also call Divco in Tulsa to see if they have one. My call list would also include Jessie at Colorado Airparts - 970-209-0183.
by dstates
Mon Oct 21, 2024 11:35 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Door handle
Replies: 57
Views: 60100

Re: Door handle

There are a couple of the shafts on ebay right now and I've seen them there off and on over the years. The two that I see there now are pricey for the questionable condition. You might want to call some of the scrap yards like BAS and see what they have... If you are looking for the actual handle, t...
by dstates
Mon Oct 14, 2024 11:25 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Repair or Replace Starter
Replies: 6
Views: 3197

Re: Repair or Replace Starter

I haven't done the B&C install yet (I'm considering it), but I think they give you a plastic 'shield' now that fits the opening to catch the shavings for when you cut the starter shaft. I'm impressed with the leather one, though.
by dstates
Wed Oct 09, 2024 7:43 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: The final chapter of 93A.What I learned after rebuilding and watching it get totaled!
Replies: 22
Views: 9222

Re: The final chapter of N9793A.What I learned after rebuilding and watching it get totaled!

For those looking to purchase new hollow steel axles. I just purchased a set from Air Power. They had the best price I could find ($301/each).

https://www.airpowerinc.com/1441003-1
by dstates
Tue Aug 27, 2024 3:06 pm
Forum: The Pilot Lounge
Topic: Tailwheel CFI Listing
Replies: 79
Views: 657302

Re: Tailwheel CFI Listing

I'd love to help you do flight training in your 170 (transition training, flight reviews, etc.) I currently have 500+ tailwheel hours with 400+ in my 170. I'm also willing to do ferry flights for your new purchase. I'm located in Geneseo, IL which is near Moline, IL (KMLI). Doug States 218-464-7340 ...
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