The International Cessna 170 Association

Rob, I purchased N170GA last January and was concerned about fuel burn because it was a new aircraft for me. I have a C/S prop, so my speeds might be different than those with a fixed prop. I've been keeping records on tach times, fuel burns, etc. Here's what I have been able determine: 2450 x 2450 ...

Thanks again George! I'm enjoying this new site more, the more I use it. N170GA is making good progress since I purchased it in January. I love the thing! After 50 hrs, and some time in the shop, I'm getting all the little bugs worked out of her. Maybe going overboard on a couple of things as I go, ...

George,
Just curious...Doesn't the extra weight on one side create problems in flight, or is there something to balance out it on the other side?

Can someone summarize the latest C170 websites locations. I know that there is one with members and pictures, and there are several others, but I can't find them. Maybe just a listing would be nice with links. Thanks for the excellent work on this site. I am just getting used to it. Glad for no adve...

I would appreciate info on options for additional fuel capacity for my C170. I was out bid on Ebay for the Javelin tanks today. They seem a nice option especially for a "converted" (180HP) C170. In addition to the extra gas, they would help with the CG too. My question is....Are there othe...

Thanks Harold and "Classic". My C170 has the Lyc 180HP conversion with a C/S prop so the added range would be helpful. Good comment about the CG too. The previous owner kept a 5 gal jug of water in the baggage compartment to make it "fly better". Might as well make it a combustab...

George, The seller states the tank is for a C172 not C170. Is that going to work in my 1951 C170A, and does it require an STC/337 for installation to be legal. Any experience with these type of "Javelins"? Does the installation require permanent removal of the rear seat, or is it installed...