X-Virus-Scanned: clean according to Sophos on Logan.com From: "Todd Bartrim" Received: from mail-qk0-f175.google.com ([209.85.220.175] verified) by logan.com (CommuniGate Pro SMTP 6.2c3) with ESMTPS id 9842829 for flyrotary@lancaironline.net; Wed, 21 Jun 2017 21:08:27 -0400 Received-SPF: pass receiver=logan.com; client-ip=209.85.220.175; envelope-from=bartrim@gmail.com Received: by mail-qk0-f175.google.com with SMTP id d14so1437919qkb.1 for ; Wed, 21 Jun 2017 18:08:28 -0700 (PDT) DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=20161025; h=mime-version:in-reply-to:references:from:date:message-id:subject:to; bh=fi+GYXy3xgOIl+U4P3pC7D9zlL8YA3gj7vOp31/RU6c=; b=VLvbBa7FR6lv4zGjZ694JMj1sneCxvztLriRnzwAC8XIMlPRWHTsigr3HE6g+QpZQi P3pzMhtR/J4UgDS7X0qkloU/cD/W5AvJIVIa+zt/ZGj6XuTWkko6jM3rcTFE52ST1+xK mCIq0mrPIcgIyCT0pifIA4l7Z/KdKW2KS90BQ+Rf4RxFAdJ1y5W+keW/YlDKbCfOOap8 rr/3IoCLKMdV4kd/6jgKwLVxs8x4X6bTJ60fIzD5vRb8d4/fUZ8Ha77GNlS3pPE+qFGh S6dOlBHT+WVw0DJ0ZsSJhB8GH3PGE+K5Z/YJUrwLOnxjnkdR8CZXRnAvIqjOjOxM0nQf beiA== X-Google-DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=1e100.net; s=20161025; h=x-gm-message-state:mime-version:in-reply-to:references:from:date :message-id:subject:to; bh=fi+GYXy3xgOIl+U4P3pC7D9zlL8YA3gj7vOp31/RU6c=; b=X/jHyTED78w0G5oOrHauB1fo/pgpdeGpAM49makKrJO/5yO8yFKg77BnvbwYWZieB+ hG9TbEnkZqw+7yjEOY6SbR+1gZZ5xfzGR33dHWt5bi9Le0MA0XOUuKCYRCszd2hJTzJs wvsNhN2V/Htc5T/YremR7Hxmn+SNCR+N1Fc9OFOLrBj/DlSqZPVDqPRGXl47KzCm597Q ZPyNu90kROI4wDJsBYygplQ46qOhhfB7fut5jEQiPm8CHnY/RRvuwJhUZTFySfxHNewC ca2AHy1hBUWNn5cW0/8UHAVGLyDHuDq+WzR79JnyPF3n5vGMzMYcwd+1D7l6RHD/ZWBk LzHw== X-Gm-Message-State: AKS2vOzUR9q53mnMa+rr3omf40Z3ZGSZ9BA7cBYWuioKY29vkx0YMYYk EVB9ems2Sti0ocEbiczR1FW94pAeJN+z X-Received: by 10.55.78.202 with SMTP id c193mr16099qkb.180.1498093690027; Wed, 21 Jun 2017 18:08:10 -0700 (PDT) MIME-Version: 1.0 Received: by 10.12.168.236 with HTTP; Wed, 21 Jun 2017 18:08:09 -0700 (PDT) In-Reply-To: References: Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 18:08:09 -0700 Message-ID: Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects To: Rotary motors in aircraft Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="001a114a9bda3c06f90552821ef2" --001a114a9bda3c06f90552821ef2 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Hi Kelly; I ordered mine through amazon.ca but this looks to be the exact same package that I ordered. https://www.amazon.com/PLX-Devices-SM-AFR-Wideband-Controller/dp/B00U1J1MCK= /ref=3Dsr_1_1?ie=3DUTF8&qid=3D1498093473&sr=3D8-1&keywords=3DPLX+Devices+DM= -6 Todd Bartrim On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 5:49 PM, Kelly Troyer wrote: > Todd, > > Which of the PLX model did you purchase as I see several on Amazon > ??............. > > Kelly Troyer > > On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 2:14 PM, Todd Bartrim > wrote: > >> I'd like to add a small promo about PLX as well. I bought it from Amazon >> Prime and a few weeks after I received it, I received a personal email f= rom >> a company rep asking if I was happy with it. I replied that while impres= sed >> by the quality and completeness of the kit, I'd not had the engine runni= ng >> yet at that point. But then I added that it was probably something they'= d >> not want to hear about as it was being used in an experimental aircraft >> with an experimental engine installation. Contrary to my expectations, s= he >> quickly replied that it was something they were very interested in heari= ng >> about and insisted that I keep them updated as to it's performance. A fe= w >> weeks later when I'd not updated her she sent another email, telling me >> they really were interested. When I finally ran it, I gave her my initia= l >> impressions and promised to give her an update after flight use. >> So it's nice to see a non-aviation company support the use of their >> products for our use, and as such I think it's worth spreading the word = to >> others that may find value in having a quality wideband O2 sensor. >> >> Todd Bartrim >> >> On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 11:59 AM, Todd Bartrim wrote= : >> >>> Somebody on this list was raving about how good the PLX wideband monito= r >>> was so I bought one and I really am impressed. I've only had a limited >>> amount of use with it yet, but it really is impressive. It also has a 0= -1v >>> or 0-5v auxiliary output which is input to your EM2 for display and tun= ing >>> purposes (I have an original EM2 which is 0-1v only). It's response see= ms >>> much smoother and stable, which I may be mistaken, but it seems to have >>> helped the autotune capability as well. >>> >>> Todd Bartrim >>> >>> On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 11:03 AM, hoursaway1 < >>> flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote: >>> >>>> We do have the constant speed modual, have not worked with it yet, & >>>> yes the prop/motor/switches are set up for op. but had a intermittent = eng. >>>> computer problem for a while had to sort out, got it pegged & by-passe= d but >>>> not repaired yet. Also stuck on grnd. for last 6 mths. shoulder surger= y, >>>> getting back up to speed now. Ready to install & try the w i d e b= a n >>>> d O2 sensor/gauge for fine tuning the EC2. David & yes that soun= ds >>>> better 2.17:1. >>>> >>>> ------------------------------ >>>> *From: *"Todd Bartrim" >>>> *To: *"Rotary motors in aircraft" >>>> *Sent: *Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:25:35 PM >>>> >>>> *Subject: *[FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects >>>> >>>> Thanks Dave; >>>> You have the same redrive as you, which is 2.17:1. Actually mine was >>>> a RD-1A but as I ended up with the turbo, I changed the planet gear se= t to >>>> a six, so its now equivalent to a RD-1B. >>>> Anyways I'm pleased to see those numbers with the deep pitch IVO. >>>> When I bought mine, the IVO was getting bad press for hitting a wall a= round >>>> 140 kts. But It was a very affordable way to put a variable pitch fan = up >>>> front to keep me cool. The most I ever saw in level flight was about 1= 50 >>>> kts. And that was pushing hard. I knew the deep pitch must be better, = but >>>> you are the first to confirm that for me. >>>> They used to be a real love-em or hate-em kinda prop. I'll never sa= y >>>> they are the best, but if you can get the performance you are looking = for >>>> out of them, then they are great value for the money. >>>> I did enjoy a 300' take off and a 2400'/min climb and that was not >>>> anywhere near to the bottom end of the pitch range, so I'm hoping that= I'll >>>> still have that with the new blades. >>>> You say your's is in-flight adjustable but that you are still using >>>> take-off pitch? Do you not have the pitch motor set-up yet? Have you b= ought >>>> their electronic constant-speed governor? >>>> >>>> I sure am looking forward to attending a rotary fly-in with a bunch of >>>> folks like you and have our cowls off, comparing ideas. I really don't= have >>>> much interest in the big fly-ins with all the snobs and their quick-bu= ild, >>>> builder assist, Lyc powered testaments to their excess disposable inco= me.. >>>> I'd rather drink beer with hairy chested heroes..... >>>> >>>> Todd >>>> C-FSTB >>>> 13Bturbo >>>> >>>> Whatever you vividly imagine, ardently desire, sincerely believe, and >>>> enthusiastically act upon... must inevitably come to pass... >>>> >>>> Todd Bartrim >>>> >>>> On Tue, Jun 20, 2017 at 11:01 AM, hoursaway1 < >>>> flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote: >>>> >>>>> If you get the blades with the alum. inserts at the mounting bolt are= a >>>>> I think you get a higher torque of 1/2" bolts, more secure, better fi= t. >>>>> David >>>>> >>>>> ------------------------------ >>>>> *From: *"Todd Bartrim" >>>>> *To: *"Rotary motors in aircraft" >>>>> *Sent: *Tuesday, June 20, 2017 3:00:29 AM >>>>> *Subject: *[FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects >>>>> >>>>> Hi Dave; >>>>> I thought that you were using an IVO. I've got the >>>>> 30"-90"=C3=9776"Magnum and I never saw numbers like that. I knew I s= hould have >>>>> cut it down but I also knew that one day I would order new blades for= it >>>>> which I did about 5 weeks ago. So I'll be looking to sell the blades = only >>>>> and I figure they may be hard to sell without the hub but as they are= still >>>>> full length they have a better chance of being bought by someone look= ing >>>>> for replacement blades. >>>>> I'm looking forward to flying behind the deep pitch version. >>>>> What reduction ratio are you running? >>>>> >>>>> Todd >>>>> >>>>> On Mon, Jun 19, 2017, 21:05 hoursaway1, >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Ivoprop 45 deg. to 105 deg. pitch, 68" three blade, in-flight >>>>>> adjust. David >>>>>> >>>>>> ------------------------------ >>>>>> >>>>>> *From: *"Todd Bartrim" >>>>>> *To: *"Rotary motors in aircraft" >>>>>> *Sent: *Monday, June 19, 2017 1:34:39 AM >>>>>> >>>>>> *Subject: *[FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects >>>>>> >>>>>> Hey David; >>>>>> What prop are using there? >>>>>> >>>>>> Todd >>>>>> Dreaming with my eyes wide open.... >>>>>> >>>>>> Todd Bartrim >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sun, Jun 18, 2017 at 7:32 PM, hoursaway1 < >>>>>> flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Good write Todd, you know Lynn,,,,,,we race planes to & Rotarys are >>>>>>> FAST.. David RV6A Rotary 3000 ft 80F at altitude above airport pat= tern >>>>>>> making oval patterns wide open throttle prop still pitched for take= off no >>>>>>> gear fairings yet,,,,,,176 kts ind. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> ------------------------------ >>>>>>> *From: *"Todd Bartrim" >>>>>>> *To: *"Rotary motors in aircraft" >>>>>>> *Sent: *Saturday, June 17, 2017 1:56:41 PM >>>>>>> *Subject: *[FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Do something everyday. That advice was given to me long ago when I >>>>>>> originally began my project. One little job (or big job) everyday a= nd >>>>>>> eventually there will be nothing left to do but take It to the airp= ort. >>>>>>> Now this might sound oversimplified just like the whole "journey >>>>>>> of a thousand miles" thing, >>>>>>> But what I believe is the key to this is that if you do something >>>>>>> everyday then the details of the project are always kept in the for= efront >>>>>>> of your mind and when you have a hour or two to work on it you don'= t waste >>>>>>> time trying to think about where you left off or what you are going= to do >>>>>>> next. >>>>>>> For almost 12 years after I last flew my plane I was overwhelmed >>>>>>> with other projects and responsibilities that I allowed to fill my = brain to >>>>>>> the point where when I would have a moment when I could consider wo= rking on >>>>>>> the plane, I would find myself feeling overwhelmed and not knowing = where to >>>>>>> even start. So I didn't. Until finally I did. In the intervening ye= ars I >>>>>>> did keep a task list on my phone and continued to lurk on the list = so when >>>>>>> various new ideas were brought up I would add them to the list for = future >>>>>>> consideration. The list grew to a very daunting size, to a point wh= ere it >>>>>>> was discouraging to realize that I had been flying this machine and= somehow >>>>>>> there had grown this almost insurmountable list of tasks to accompl= ish >>>>>>> before returning to the skies. When I finally got back into it, I s= tarted >>>>>>> by just saying no to all the other jobs and favours that were consu= ming my >>>>>>> time and space in the shop and then I spent an entire weekend not d= oing >>>>>>> much more to the plane than familiarize myself with it and develop = a mental >>>>>>> state where I could recall the details of the many interrelated ite= ms that >>>>>>> make this thing defy gravity. This is necessary but wasted time tha= t could >>>>>>> be avoided simply by doing something everyday then the details stay= easily >>>>>>> accessible in the forefront of my mind instead of buried in the dus= ty >>>>>>> recesses of my mind. And now that very long list has only a small n= umber of >>>>>>> items without a checkmark beside them. >>>>>>> When I started this project I was a relatively young man compared >>>>>>> to all the old timers that seemed to dominate the airshows and gett= ing an >>>>>>> aviation medical was a simple formality. Now how the years have sli= pped by >>>>>>> and I find myself facing next week's medical with apprehension. Alt= hough a >>>>>>> little sore in the mornings from many previous injuries Im still ve= ry >>>>>>> active and feel great, but I also realize that now that I've crosse= d that >>>>>>> half century mark, there are a long list of hidden ailments that co= uld be >>>>>>> lurking unknown that would preclude the passing of a medical. And t= hat >>>>>>> would be truly heartbreaking to have wasted all these years not fly= ing this >>>>>>> plane. >>>>>>> Then all I could do is ramble on, offering unsolicited advice >>>>>>> on forums... ;) >>>>>>> Lyn, over the the years you have given us much great advice based >>>>>>> on your years of racing experience. Now let me give you some. Go ou= t to >>>>>>> your shop and lower that plane to the ground and do something on it= . Today. >>>>>>> And everyday. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> All men dream, but not equally. Those who dream by night in the >>>>>>> dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was = vanity: >>>>>>> but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act on = their >>>>>>> dreams with open eyes, to make them possible. >>>>>>> T. E. Lawrence >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Todd >>>>>>> C-FSTB >>>>>>> RV9 13Bturbo >>>>>>> On Sat, Jun 17, 2017, 09:21 Kelly Troyer, < >>>>>>> flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Lehanover >>>>>>>> Jun 16 (1 day ago) >>>>>>>> to Rotary >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> The micron rating of the last chance filter would be the same as i= n >>>>>>>> the car the injector came from or was used in. Find a filter with = that >>>>>>>> micron rating (the one from the car) and cut it open. Lay out the = paper or >>>>>>>> wire media and measure the square inches. Double that number and b= uy a >>>>>>>> filter(s) that have that numberof square inches of media and AN fi= tting >>>>>>>> capability. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> There is no application for hose barb fittings on an airplane or = a >>>>>>>> race car. Change the filters at annual. >>>>>>>> Sintered bronze elements can be plugged solid by a dose of water. = I >>>>>>>> would not use them. This is race car stuff. My BD-4 hangs from th= e ceiling >>>>>>>> unfinished. >>>>>>>> Lynn E. Hanover >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Lynn, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Do not think you are alone out there in "Project Unfinished >>>>>>>> Land"...........I am still plugging away with my Dyke Delta JD2 wi= th the >>>>>>>> hope of flying before death............At age 76 I still look forw= ard to >>>>>>>> working on it...........Would rather die building than in the >>>>>>>> recliner..............<:) >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Best Regards, >>>>>>>> Kelly Troyer >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >> > > > -- > Kelly Troyer > Dyke Delta_"Eventually" > 13B_RD1C_EC2_EM2 > --001a114a9bda3c06f90552821ef2 Content-Type: text/html; charset="UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable

=
Todd Bartrim

On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 5:49 PM, Kelly Troye= r <flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote:
Todd,

=C2=A0 =C2=A0Whi= ch of the PLX =C2=A0model did you purchase as I see several on Amazon ??...= ..........=C2=A0

Kelly Troyer

On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 2:14 PM, Todd Bartrim <flyrotary@lanc= aironline.net> wrote:
I'd like to add a small promo about PLX as well. I bought i= t from Amazon Prime and a few weeks after I received it, I received a perso= nal email from a company rep asking if I was happy with it. I replied that = while impressed by the quality and completeness of the kit, I'd not had= the engine running yet at that point. But then I added that it was probabl= y something they'd not want to hear about as it was being used in an ex= perimental aircraft with an experimental engine installation. Contrary to m= y expectations, she quickly replied that it was something they were very in= terested in hearing about and insisted that I keep them updated as to it= 9;s performance. A few weeks later when I'd not updated her she sent an= other email, telling me they really were interested. When I finally ran it,= I gave her my initial impressions and promised to give her an update after= flight use.
=C2=A0 =C2=A0So it's nice to see a non-aviation compan= y support the use of their products for our use, and as such I think it'= ;s worth spreading the word to others that may find value in having a quali= ty wideband O2 sensor.

Todd Bartrim

On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 11:59 AM, Todd Bartr= im <bartrim@gmail.com> wrote:
Somebody on this list was raving about how good the PL= X wideband monitor was so I bought one and I really am impressed. I've = only had a limited amount of use with it yet, but it really is impressive. = It also has a 0-1v or 0-5v auxiliary output which is input to your EM2 for = display and tuning purposes (I have an original EM2 which is 0-1v only). It= 's response seems much smoother and stable, which I may be mistaken, bu= t it seems to have helped the autotune capability as well.

Todd Bartrim
=

On Wed, Jun 21, 2017 at 11:03 AM, hoursaway1= <flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote:
We do have the constant speed modual, have not worked wi= th it yet, & yes the prop/motor/switches are set up for op. but had a i= ntermittent eng. computer problem for a while had to sort out, got it pegge= d & by-passed but not repaired yet. Also stuck on grnd. for last 6 mths= . shoulder surgery, getting back up to speed now. Ready to install & tr= y the=C2=A0 =C2=A0w i d e=C2=A0 =C2=A0b a n d=C2=A0=C2=A0 O2 sensor/gauge f= or fine tuning the EC2. David=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0 =C2=A0& yes that sounds= better 2.17:1.

Fro= m: "Todd Bartrim" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
To: "Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:25:35 PM

Subjec= t: [FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects

Thanks Dave;
=C2=A0 You have the same redrive as you, which is 2.17:1. Actually min= e was a RD-1A but as I ended up with the turbo, I changed the planet gear s= et to a six, so its now equivalent to a RD-1B.=C2=A0
=C2=A0 Anyways I'm pleased to see those numbers with the deep pitc= h IVO. When I bought mine, the IVO was getting bad press for hitting a wall= around 140 kts. But It was a very affordable way to put a variable pitch f= an up front to keep me cool. The most I ever saw in level flight was about = 150 kts. And that was pushing hard. I knew the deep pitch must be better, b= ut you are the first to confirm that for me.=C2=A0
=C2=A0 =C2=A0They used to be a real love-em or hate-em kinda prop. I&#= 39;ll never say they are the best, but if you can get the performance you a= re looking for out of them, then they are great value for the money.
=C2=A0 I did enjoy a 300' take off and a 2400'/min climb and t= hat was not anywhere near to the bottom end of the pitch range, so I'm = hoping that I'll still have that with the new blades.
=C2=A0 =C2=A0You say your's is in-flight adjustable but that you a= re still using take-off pitch? Do you not have the pitch motor set-up yet? = Have you bought their electronic constant-speed governor?
=C2=A0=C2=A0
I sure am looking forward to attending a rotary fly-in with a bunch of= folks like you and have our cowls off, comparing ideas. I really don't= have much interest in the big fly-ins with all the snobs and their quick-b= uild, builder assist, Lyc powered testaments to their excess disposable inc= ome.. I'd rather drink beer with hairy chested heroes.....

Todd
C-FSTB
13Bturbo

Whatever you vividly imagine, ardently desi= re, sincerely believe, and enthusiastically act upon... must inevitably com= e to pass...

Todd Bartrim

On Tue, Jun 20, 2017 at 11:01 AM, hoursaway1 <flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote:
If you get the blades with the alum. inserts at the mounting bolt area= I think you get a higher torque of 1/2" bolts, more secure, better=C2= =A0fit.=C2=A0 David

From: "Todd Bartrim" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
To: "= ;Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
Sent: = Tuesday, June 20, 2017 3:00:29 AM
Subject: [FlyRotary] Re: Fo= rever Projects

Hi Dave;
=C2=A0 I thought that you were using an IVO. I&= #39;ve got the 30"-90"=C3=9776"Magnum=C2=A0 and I never saw = numbers like that. I knew I should have cut it down but I also knew that on= e day I would order new blades for it which I did about 5 weeks ago. So I&#= 39;ll be looking to sell the blades only and I figure they may be hard to s= ell without the hub but as they are still full length they have a better ch= ance of being bought by someone looking for replacement blades.
=C2=A0 I= 'm looking forward to flying behind the deep pitch version.
=C2=A0 W= hat reduction ratio are you running?

Todd


On Mon, Jun 19, 2017, 21:05 hoursaway1, <flyrotary@lancaironline.= net> wrote:
Ivoprop 45 deg. to 105 deg. pitch, 68" three blade, in-flight adj= ust.=C2=A0 David


From: "Todd Bartrim" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
To: "= ;Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 1:34:39 AM

Subje= ct: [FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects

Hey David;
=C2=A0 What prop are using there?

Todd
Dreaming with my eyes wide open....

Todd Bartrim

On Sun, Jun 18, 2017 at 7:32 PM, hoursaway1 <flyrotary@lancaironline.net> wrote:
Good write Todd, you know Lynn,,,,,,we race planes to & Rotarys ar= e FAST.. David=C2=A0 RV6A Rotary 3000 ft 80F at altitude above airport patt= ern making oval patterns wide open throttle prop still pitched for takeoff = no gear fairings yet,,,,,,176 kts ind.

From: "Todd Bartrim" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
To: "Rotary motors in aircraft" <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>
Sent: Saturday, June 17, 2017 1:56:41 PM
Subje= ct: [FlyRotary] Re: Forever Projects

Do something everyday. That advice was given to me long ago = when I originally began my project. One little job (or big job) everyday an= d eventually there will be nothing left to do but take It to the airport. <= br>=C2=A0 Now this might sound oversimplified just like the whole "jou= rney of a thousand miles" thing,
But what I believe is the key to t= his is that if you do something everyday then the details of the project ar= e always kept in the forefront of your mind and when you have a hour or two= to work on it you don't waste time trying to think about where you lef= t off or what you are going to do next.
=C2=A0 For almost 12 years after= I last flew my plane I was overwhelmed with other projects and responsibil= ities that I allowed to fill my brain to the point where when I would have = a moment when I could consider working on the plane, I would find myself fe= eling overwhelmed and not knowing where to even start. So I didn't. Unt= il finally I did. In the intervening years I did keep a task list on my pho= ne and continued to lurk on the list so when various new ideas were brought= up I would add them to the list for future consideration. The list grew to= a very daunting size, to a point where it was discouraging to realize that= I had been flying this machine and somehow there had grown this almost ins= urmountable list of tasks to accomplish before returning to the skies. When= I finally got back into it, I started by just saying no to all the other j= obs and favours that were consuming my time and space in the shop and then = I spent an entire weekend not doing much more to the plane than familiarize= myself with it and develop a mental state where I could recall the details= of the many interrelated items that make this thing defy gravity. This is = necessary but wasted time that could be avoided simply by doing something e= veryday then the details stay easily accessible in the forefront of my mind= instead of buried in the dusty recesses of my mind. And now that very long= list has only a small number of items without a checkmark beside them.
= =C2=A0 When I started this project I was a relatively young man compared to= all the old timers that seemed to dominate the airshows and getting an avi= ation medical was a simple formality. Now how the years have slipped by and= I find myself facing next week's medical with apprehension. Although a= little sore in the mornings from many previous injuries Im still very acti= ve and feel great, but I also realize that now that I've crossed that h= alf century mark, there are a long list of hidden ailments that could be lu= rking unknown that would preclude the passing of a medical. And that would = be truly heartbreaking to have wasted all these years not flying this plane= .
=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0 Then all I could do is ramble on, offering un= solicited advice on forums... ;)
=C2=A0 Lyn, over the the years you have= given us much great advice based on your years of racing experience. Now l= et me give you some. Go out to your shop and lower that plane to the ground= and do something on it. Today. And everyday.

All men dream, but not equally. Those who dream by night in = the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vani= ty: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act on thei= r dreams with open eyes, to make them possible.
T. E. Lawrence

Todd
C-FSTB
RV9 13Bturbo

On Sat, Jun 17, 2017, 09:21 Kelly Troyer, <flyrotary@lancaironlin= e.net> wrote:
=

Lehanover
Jun 16 (1 day ago)
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=
The micron rating of the last chance filter would be the same as in th= e car the injector came from or was used in. Find a filter with that micron= rating (the one from the car) and cut it open. Lay out the paper or wire m= edia and measure the square inches. Double that number and buy a filter(s) = that have that numberof square inches of media=C2=A0and AN fitting capabili= ty.
=C2=A0
=C2=A0There is no application for hose barb fittings on an airplane or= a race car. Change the filters at annual.
Sintered bronze elements can be plugged solid by a dose of water. I wo= uld not use them.=C2=A0 This is race car stuff. My BD-4 hangs from the ceil= ing unfinished.
Lynn E. Hanover

Lynn,

=C2=A0 =C2=A0 Do not think you are alone out there in "Project Un= finished Land"...........I am still plugging away with my Dyke Delta J= D2 with the hope of flying before death............At age 76 I still look f= orward to working on it...........Would rather die building than in the rec= liner..............<:)

Best Regards,
Kelly Troyer


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= Dyke Delta_"Eventually"
13B_RD1C_EC2_EM2
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