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by marktoula1
Thu Nov 30, 2023 8:09 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 metal wings
Replies: 1
Views: 10978

1948 metal wings

Hello

I have a 1948 170 with metalized wings. Is there an stc for this or a kit? My log books dont go back to cover the change so i was wondering how it came to be

Arthur
by marktoula1
Mon Nov 13, 2023 3:03 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Fuel selector mods
Replies: 3
Views: 35217

Re: Fuel selector mods

Sorry for the late reply however thank you for the info and i did ask ine of the fellows with the valve removed and it was to eliminate the fuel pump. Im good
Like i am.
Arthur
by marktoula1
Mon Nov 06, 2023 2:51 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Fuel selector mods
Replies: 3
Views: 35217

Fuel selector mods

Hello all, Just looked at 2 48’s with the fuel selectors moved. One was set up like an “A” model coming down the back of the doors and the selector coming up through the rear heat vent, the second had the valve on the firewall with the selector at the bottom of the panel. Do either of these changes ...
by marktoula1
Sat Aug 05, 2023 6:11 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Landing gear repair
Replies: 3
Views: 2041

Re: Landing gear repair

Here is an update on my project. We removed the forward floorboard, removed a few rivets from the seat rails and those holding the aft sections of the flap tube. removed all the rivets from the top gear box sheeting and slid the gear box cover back until the entire gear box is exposed. I did remove ...
by marktoula1
Thu Aug 03, 2023 11:56 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Landing gear repair
Replies: 3
Views: 2041

Re: Landing gear repair

Thank you for this.
Arthur
by marktoula1
Thu Aug 03, 2023 1:30 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Landing gear repair
Replies: 3
Views: 2041

Landing gear repair

Hello all I’m working on my 48 and decided to add the P-Ponk kit. When I started I found my outboard gear mounts were laminated. Does anyone have a good process for changing these? I,ve seen various things on the internet but nothing I’m comfortable trying yet. Can these be changed without removing ...
by marktoula1
Wed Jul 19, 2023 3:22 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Gascolator
Replies: 3
Views: 1793

Re: Gascolator

Thanks, mine is intact but I having issues getting the strainer out to clean everything. I can send a picture of what I’m trying to get loose if you have any ideas. Since the first pictures you saw a lot has changed plus I just acquired another complete plane less landing gear legs. Both are 48,s an...
by marktoula1
Tue Jul 18, 2023 11:42 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Gascolator
Replies: 3
Views: 1793

Gascolator

Can anyone recommend a replacement gascolator for a 48 170? I have 2 of the originals and both have damage. I saw the Steve’s but nothing seems to be approved for a 170. The have the A and B’s covered

Thank you
Arthur
by marktoula1
Wed Jun 14, 2023 8:22 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 Trim tab cable adjustment
Replies: 3
Views: 1057

Re: 1948 Trim tab cable adjustment

Yes it helps thank you
by marktoula1
Wed Jun 14, 2023 12:18 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 Trim tab cable adjustment
Replies: 3
Views: 1057

Re: 1948 Trim tab cable adjustment

I don’t think I explained my question totally. I’m referring to the the three stop blocks on cable. Where are they correctly placed and spaced. Mine where laying loose in the bottom of the fuselage.
Arthur
by marktoula1
Tue Jun 13, 2023 9:39 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 Trim tab cable adjustment
Replies: 3
Views: 1057

1948 Trim tab cable adjustment

Hello All, I am continuing on with my refurbishing of a 1948 170 I got in North Carolina last year. I have to admit everything I have moved has brought on a challenge and there were moments I really felt like I had bought some really big yard art. However it seems I am moving forward at a good pace ...
by marktoula1
Tue Jun 13, 2023 9:34 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 inspection access
Replies: 9
Views: 12943

Re: 1948 inspection access

Thank you everyone for the replies. It has been very helpful.
Arthur
by marktoula1
Wed May 10, 2023 10:52 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 inspection access
Replies: 9
Views: 12943

Re: 1948 inspection access

I have nothing there, however, I now have this drawing and can get me one. Thank you for the help. I'll send you pictures of my progress to date, as soon as I finish the fuselage repairs im going to the tail feather then wings. Thank you for all the help, seems no matter what I ask you are always on...
by marktoula1
Wed May 10, 2023 12:27 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 1948 inspection access
Replies: 9
Views: 12943

1948 inspection access

Hello again, I am progressing well through my 48' that sat out for 25 years and am at a point I need some advice. I have the tail cone off the clean corrosion and to replace the stiffeners in the rear. As I am ready to reassemble the tail end I realize I need an access point in the area or I am goin...
by marktoula1
Sun Apr 16, 2023 7:57 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: 48 170 windows
Replies: 6
Views: 3289

Re: 48 170 windows

I am a member and will look into attending.
Thanks