http://forums.bonanza.org/ This is an XML content feed of; Hangar Flying : Last 10 Posts Copyright (c) 2006-2007 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:10:24 +0000 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:35:12 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.06 30 forums.bonanza.org/RSS_topic_feed.asp http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://forums.bonanza.org/ http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=850&PID=4843#4843 Author: Todd
Subject: upholstery
Posted: Mar 10 2010 at 12:35

Steve and Tom,

I am starting the planning process to refurb my K35 interior and am thinking of using Airtex. I'm happy to hear you were happy.

Did you replace the interior plastics? If so, where did you get them? Vantage Plane Plastics doesn't have much or anything for a K35.

Did you soundproof? If so, what kind and was it effective?

Any pitfalls to warn, any wisdom or experience to share with a guy who's about to start this?]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:35:12 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=850&PID=4843#4843 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1242&PID=4842#4842 Author: Todd
Subject: Interior Refurb done myself - Any Pearls to offer?
Posted: Mar 10 2010 at 12:19

I just purchased a K35, great shape, but the interior is original and needs a lot of help.

I looked back 1 year in this forum (Modifications) and didn't find much.

I'm considering a Leather Airtex interior done myself, carpet, seats, side panels, headliner.

Can anybody give details of their experience?
Experience, effectiveness, and name of soundproofing material?
Where did you get the replacement plastics (Vantage Plane Plastics doesn't carry stuff for a K35)?
Tips and pitfalls?]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:19:24 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1242&PID=4842#4842 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1234&PID=4841#4841 Author: David
Subject: Robotow v. Redline Sidewinder
Posted: Mar 10 2010 at 09:53

I have the sidewinder. It is really nice. The weak spot is the battery. This winter was cold and the cold soaked battery will push the plane about halfway up the ramp into the hanger. I pop it back on the charger, empty the plane, and then reinstall the battery and push it the rest of the way into the hanger. REplacement battery is $140 through amazon. YMMV]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:53:53 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1234&PID=4841#4841 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1234&PID=4840#4840 Author: Jim
Subject: Robotow v. Redline Sidewinder
Posted: Mar 10 2010 at 08:59

Excellent info David.

I keep two planes in one 45' X 45' hanger so my movement is never straight in or straight out of my hanger.....I have some maneuvering that needs to take place.

Does this device allow normal turning of the Bonanza nose gear for such maneuvers?

In other words, does it handle the left and right side loads we put on the nose gear to turn the plane?

Thanks in advance.


Jim

]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:59:20 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1234&PID=4840#4840 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1115&PID=4839#4839 Author: Tom
Subject: Your ideas for ABS
Posted: Mar 10 2010 at 08:24

Thanks very much, Kelly. I'll try to incorporate this.

FWIW, my experience is the Dutch roll is more a long-body/short body thing, with c.g. location being the most important factor.]]> Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:24:44 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1115&PID=4839#4839 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1115&PID=4838#4838 Author: Kelly
Subject: Your ideas for ABS
Posted: Mar 09 2010 at 22:51

Tom:

I think we should work on the facts for comparison. From the legacy Bonanza's available for 100 AMU's to my Baby Doll, our Beechcraft airplanes still compare favorably in every category when compared for performance plotted against dollars. It is a shame that Beech doesn't have a G1000 trainer to groom the brand.

In terms of handling, I would offer my V-tail is hard to beat, despite the myth of Dutch roll. (At a recent party of LA cognoscenti, several people couldn't determine white wine from red in a blind test. Same people would claim a V-tail wags more.) I imagine that I have better short field performance, better climb (TN IO-550), and better payload. I wonder if Cirrus are really any faster (205 KIAS at 14,000).

The fact is Better Pilots fly Beech! ]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:51:54 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1115&PID=4838#4838 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1241&PID=4837#4837 Author: Tom
Subject: Wood Circuit Breakers
Posted: Mar 09 2010 at 17:49

Yes, ABS did specifically address the dissimilar Wood circuit breaker issue with the FAA. Beech used the same part number for all these breakers, however, and FAA did not grant our requested exemption or alternate means of compliance for Woods breakers.]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:49:42 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1241&PID=4837#4837 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1241&PID=4836#4836 Author: Phillip
Subject: Wood Circuit Breakers
Posted: Mar 09 2010 at 15:50

Does anyone have any information on an alternative method of compliance or possible exemption to AD # 2008-13-17 for the "Wood" Cbs. As background, Beechcraft sourced their CBs from both Potter Brumfield and Wood, and stamped their own part number on both. The Wood breakers are constructed differently, and do not have the offending wire which led to problems with overheating. An excellent explanation and photos can be viewed at website www.asod.com .Go to "Lucky's Corner" in "Nuts & Bolts" April 2009. I have emailed Lucky to see if he has any follow-up info. I personally have 7 of the Wood breakers in my 1980 V35B, and as the AD extended deadline approaches, I am reluctant to change out completely serviceable breakers unless a definitive no has been given by the authorities. Did ABS specifically address the Wood breakers with the FAA? Any info appreciated. Thanks, Phil Symmans, B.C. Canada. Email psymmans@hotmail.com ]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:50:37 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1241&PID=4836#4836 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1227&PID=4835#4835 Author: William
Subject: Fuel Line/Tank diagram G35
Posted: Mar 09 2010 at 11:48

Item 29 was clogged on both sides. I had previously cleaned 27 and 41. Without the diagram I would not have known 29 was a vent as it is flush. I removed both from the flapper. The flappers were fine but both had a critter or two a few inches up inside the vent.

I tested it and no the fuel remains in the aux tanks during flight.

Thank you
Mike]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:48:42 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1227&PID=4835#4835 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1236&PID=4834#4834 Author: Steve
Subject: Insurance
Posted: Mar 09 2010 at 08:29

Thanks for your help.]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:29:22 +0000 http://forums.bonanza.org/forum_posts.asp?TID=1236&PID=4834#4834