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Re: Pitot Tube System help
Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2015 1:51 pm
by n2582d
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.
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Re: Pitot Tube System help
Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2015 2:14 pm
by bagarre
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.
That gave me the willies just to think about it.
Re: Pitot Tube System help
Posted: Sat Aug 29, 2015 7:59 pm
by GAHorn
blueldr wrote:...
In flight removal of a pitot cover is considerably easier if you happen to fly with a pet orangutang.
You have changed your dating preferences?
Re: Pitot Tube System help
Posted: Sat Aug 29, 2015 8:26 pm
by johneeb
gahorn wrote:blueldr wrote:...
In flight removal of a pitot cover is considerably easier if you happen to fly with a pet orangutang.
You have changed your dating preferences?
Now I have this image of blueldr looking like Clint Eastwood in that movie he made co-staring with Clyde the right turn specialist!
Re: Pitot Tube System help
Posted: Sun Aug 30, 2015 4:01 pm
by blueldr
George,
I haven't really changed my dating preferences, but do you have any idea at all how very few lady Orangs are available?