Karl Towle wrote:Those screws are #6x40, which is absolutely NOT a common size/pitch combination. I had one missing for some time. Finally was able to order some stainless, countersunk, socket head replacements at a local nut & bolt wholesale place (Denton Bolt Company (940) 383-1483). The other possible source is a gun-smith. But they are unlikely to have stainless - which I definitely preferred. I did have to do a bit of field modifying on the overall length, and head thickness though.
Pitot Tube System help
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n2582d
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bagarre
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That gave me the willies just to think about it.blueldr wrote: Removal of a pitot head cover is strongly suggested prior to flight. However, if your left door window is capable of opening completely in flight and you happen to have EXTREMELY long arms, in flight removal of a pitot cover may be possible.
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GAHorn
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You have changed your dating preferences?blueldr wrote:...
In flight removal of a pitot cover is considerably easier if you happen to fly with a pet orangutang.
'53 B-model N146YS SN:25713
50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention.
An originality nut (mostly) for the right reasons.
50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention.
An originality nut (mostly) for the right reasons.
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johneeb
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Now I have this image of blueldr looking like Clint Eastwood in that movie he made co-staring with Clyde the right turn specialist!gahorn wrote:You have changed your dating preferences?blueldr wrote:...
In flight removal of a pitot cover is considerably easier if you happen to fly with a pet orangutang.
John E. Barrett
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blueldr
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George,
I haven't really changed my dating preferences, but do you have any idea at all how very few lady Orangs are available?
I haven't really changed my dating preferences, but do you have any idea at all how very few lady Orangs are available?
BL
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