The International Cessna 170 Association

We did rivet the top retaining piece in and then installed the windshield. It took quite a bit of effort to push the top of the windshield into the retaining piece, but we got it done! Nothing looks quite a nice as a band new windshield - like yours! Question though: Did I read correctly; you set a...

uAvionix has a trade-up program from my SkyBeacon and I already have an AV-30-C so the upgrade would cost me $1500. Between the transponder and the encoder I would probably save 5 pounds, and I would reduce demand on the electrical system. Brian - a comment on your theoretical $1500 upgrade cost. T...

With weather as ideal as anyone could possibly ask for, 14 TIC170A members gathered in Karl & Nancy's back yard with 7 C170 airplanes for a most enjoyable fly-in. We loaded up and headed for the thriving metropolis of Sanger, Texas, for a delicious lunch at Babes Chicken Dinner House. They never...

Personally, I almost never use 8 pt sockets. So, if you envision more future uses for a 12 pt socket, a Craftsman 1-1/4 inch will work fine for this application, and can be had for $9.99 here: https://www.acehardware.com/departments/tools/hand-tools/sockets/2295905 (Price may vary depending on your ...

Doug, I went with the rivet option - originality and all - you know. Here is a way to do it and retain your sanity. Get yourself a decent number of Cleco clamps that have the wing-nuts on top; so you can pull the layers up nice and tight. At least 20 would be best. Trim and fit the windshield so it ...

I've not had a lot of experience with this strap, but of the two I've thrown away, both had cracks to varying degrees. I'm not a fan of drilling holes in windshields if I don't have to. I know it's a pain to accomplish, but the locking strip Cessna came up with really holds the top of the windshield...

Way back in the 4th post to this thread, Dustin made mention of discovering two of his cylinders running hot during climb. I too have an Insight G2, and I discovered the same thing on my O-300D powered B model. I also discovered that pulling the mixture out to about 3/8" to 1/2" lean of fu...

Hey Richard, does this L-19 latch, with it's lock pin feature, eliminate the need for the AN Screw that many people install in the bottom of their latch? If you have any pix of such a latch, I'd enjoy seeing them posted here.

Jim, I can only imagine how much more complicated gaining approval for something that will be used internationally might get. From what I read, the tailBeaconX should meet all the reporting requirements of crossing the north Atlantic on the NAT tracks. They may also be getting interference from othe...

Here's a shot of the yoke PTT I came up with before changing out my yokes. It used one of those miniature toggle switches, spring loaded to off. It was positioned on the yoke in such a way that I could reach it with my left index finger when grasping the yoke from the side, while I could also reach ...

The tailBeaconX is a total solution to surveillance. It incorporates a Mode S transponder, which accomplishes the functions of Mode C + Altitude. Some may recall the FAA at one point wanted to mandate we all install Mode S transponders. The Airlines did, but GenAv got a pass. So, you install this un...

Please let us know what you find out? You might ask what other 170 STCs he still sells & supports. Thanks.

One additional item worth mentioning is that the instructions say to install the two new copper crush washers, splits in both facing the engine. Note: This is opposite the direction described in the original F&M instructions, or at least the instructions that came with the adapter I bought. Who ...

Here's a pic of last year's gathering. If the weather cooperates, we'd sure love to meet or exceed this wonderful turn-out. Please note that other aircraft types are welcome. Fly whatcha got, and come on out for a great visit, and tasty lunch!

I was all for it but now I’m wondering how robust are the “Fins”? Knowing I’m always squeaking around the tail and end wall of my hangar, I can see myself endlessly kicking my other rear should I damage it. This was my concern as well. Even a tow bar, lifted too high, can collide with, and possibly...