New (to me) 170B Questions
Posted: Mon Feb 24, 2014 7:02 pm
I just bought a 1952 170B here in the Seattle area. A couple questions that I would appreciate any comment on:
1. I bought some salvage 170 "steps" to put on the side of the cowl (along with a handle) to make it easier to climb up to check fuel caps, etc. I am now learning that there is not an easy approval for installation of the steps on a 170. I am guessing someone out there has done this. Yes?
2. Since the upholstery is out (almost) it seems like a good time to thoroughly clean the interior, etc and then put something like ACF 50 throughout. The plane has a factory seaplane kit, and the plane has had some salt water use, so I am interested in as much prevention as possible against corrosion.
3. Tailwheel steering is lackluster…full rudder pedal deflection during taxi doesn't do much for directional control, especially if crosswind. I use brakes more than seems reasonable. Comments?
4. Any recommendation for a great C170 mechanic in the greater Seattle area (actually, the plane may live on the east side of the mountains at Twisp, WA).
Any and all comments are appreciated.
1. I bought some salvage 170 "steps" to put on the side of the cowl (along with a handle) to make it easier to climb up to check fuel caps, etc. I am now learning that there is not an easy approval for installation of the steps on a 170. I am guessing someone out there has done this. Yes?
2. Since the upholstery is out (almost) it seems like a good time to thoroughly clean the interior, etc and then put something like ACF 50 throughout. The plane has a factory seaplane kit, and the plane has had some salt water use, so I am interested in as much prevention as possible against corrosion.
3. Tailwheel steering is lackluster…full rudder pedal deflection during taxi doesn't do much for directional control, especially if crosswind. I use brakes more than seems reasonable. Comments?
4. Any recommendation for a great C170 mechanic in the greater Seattle area (actually, the plane may live on the east side of the mountains at Twisp, WA).
Any and all comments are appreciated.