danny_galaga

One of a kind.

Probably BYD. Which is fine, just it has the added roTAX on it

Yes, although I think they actually only make parts for their own aircraft. That's what they say they'll continue to do. I might have to snap up an undercarriage, just in case...

I can't remember if I ever noticed there were two power ratings! Going by that illustration, I have the 0.9kw version. Keep us informed!

Yep. And the other Bushcat builders were saying just do the clamps up tighter 😄 I used 03-0010 and 03-0007 universal and 2 X 02-0951 Datsun 120y. Connectors came with the kit (25mm!)

Oh, what I'm saying is our local lad is NOT convenient! So now I see some prices, Gates is cheaper and probably more convenient! I already use Gates rubber on the radiator hoses. That was an issue with the kit (they supply 27mm!). Although I got the different bends etc from various suppliers. Again, if I can avoid calling someone on the phone, the guy with the shopping cart on their website gets the sale.

I was particularly interested in the 17mm. So you are saying it will be about $160 from the rotax supplier? You know I'm on board with getting equivalent quality from other suppliers if it's cheaper (and easier) but this hose in particular doesn't look to be much of a savings? Mind you , I've only emailed the local rotax once and didn't get a response. Almost as important as price is ease of purchase for me. It's the 21st century- if I can't just click on something and put it in a cart and buy it, that supplier goes down the list. It's why I buy so much from Aircraft Spruce. I guess if the 17mm hose is about the same price I'd still buy it from someone that I don't have to ring. GIVE ME CONVENIENCE OR GIVE ME DEATH!!!!

I used a canvas strap type tool, but since I have a printer, .ight be worth making one of these 🙂

What's it cost from Rotax?

Rotax 912 water/oil temp sensor (the more recent version, not the older style) You can get the vdo part, exactly the same part, but it's not in a roTAX baggy. That's maybe half the price of a Rotax labelled vdo sensor. Or you can get the aftermarket version, available in Australia for about sixty bucks including postage 🙂 mine is working well so far and has good reviews. UL FLIGHT LINE TEMP SENDER 150C M10X1.5 T-6 T-3

This is true, although no one has mentioned reconditioning motors...

In any case, it's not good to breath so having it reduced is a good thing, no?

Damn straight. If there's an emergency, I'm aviating the hell out of that plane. Communicate is third on the list. Still not sure how it relates to this news story though. Was there a mention of a distress call?

I agree with you. But what's this about a mayday call? I didn't see that in the article.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-29/jandakot-airport-plane-crash-pilot-dies/103782498?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web