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[wilsonphil]

You did all that in two weeks???????????

Have a little experience...Did a "Don style" oil change on my Commanche 250 that involved a new engine...More like two years though!

Congrats.

New parts look great!

Bad mechs just ruin the experience of owning your own airplane.

Yes two weeks, not hard if you know what needs done and focus your energy, keep the goal in sight dont get off track.

Yes i actually did do an Oil change also.  Overhual shops are the real issue right now.

You're just admitted to being quite wealthy...Overhaul shops and a T-28...Outta my league

Good on you

Ohio...?? Where?

Please say Lunken Airport.

I dont consider myself wealthy in any stretch of  todays definition.

I do have more knowledge/experience than most but consider myself slightly below average.

If it goes to Ohio it will be NE Ohio.

[wyorunner]

Wow! This is a cool add to your retirement plan!!

[wilsonphil]

Almost ready, all systems back together just need the static check to get ready for ferry permit. 

Slow speed Taxi check went well, Made full power, everything temp wise right were its supposed to be. 

its funny how it makes my truck look so small.

[JR]

 

Love the paint scheme too.

[Flyin6]

When you attach that RAM to a wing store, it will really make that airplane look ugly!

Make sure you place a pretty girl on the other side to compensate.

[TexasRedNeck]

No grass growing under your feet Phil. Nicely done.


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[wyorunner]

Almost ready, all systems back together just need the static check to get ready for ferry permit. 

Slow speed Taxi check went well, Made full power, everything temp wise right were its supposed to be. 

its funny how it makes my truck look so small.

Since clearly you need a bigger truck, you should probably sell me little blue

[wilsonphil]

Almost ready, all systems back together just need the static check to get ready for ferry permit. 

Slow speed Taxi check went well, Made full power, everything temp wise right were its supposed to be. 

its funny how it makes my truck look so small.

Since clearly you need a bigger truck, you should probably sell me little blue

Never in a 100 years will i sell that truck!

[wyorunner]

Almost ready, all systems back together just need the static check to get ready for ferry permit. 

Slow speed Taxi check went well, Made full power, everything temp wise right were its supposed to be. 

its funny how it makes my truck look so small.

Since clearly you need a bigger truck, you should probably sell me little blue

Never in a 100 years will i sell that truck!

I know this. Which is why I have to harass you about it!


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[wilsonphil]

When you attach that RAM to a wing store, it will really make that airplane look ugly!

Make sure you place a pretty girl on the other side to compensate.

Don it is a Dodge only you Chevy guys call it a Ram.  It will always be a DODGE never a RAM.  Ram is a way the Europeans used to try to destroy the brand.

It does have hard points for racks and guns!  maybe a couple 50cal if i can find all the parts necessary.


 

[Flyin6]

Ever seen the A1E Skyraider with a toilet bowl on one wing store?

Classic

[wilsonphil]

Yes I have seen that one and the guy hanging off the bomb racks with his M4.

I'll add this, when I bought the T28 one of my worries were the fuel cells, they were replaced when the plane was overhauled back in the 90's.  My concern was they hadn't had fuel in them for quite some time.  Every trio up I would put 10-25- 50gal in and then wait to make sure it didn't spring any leaks.

This last trip and after I was done taxing around I was brave enough to top her off. 

Everyone thinks they are paying a lot for Diesel/Gas try some AV gas, didn't buy this plane for its fuel efficiency so not a complaint just a statement of how off the rails things have gotten. 

[wyorunner]

Yes I have seen that one and the guy hanging off the bomb racks with his M4.

I'll add this, when I bought the T28 one of my worries were the fuel cells, they were replaced when the plane was overhauled back in the 90's.  My concern was they hadn't had fuel in them for quite some time.  Every trio up I would put 10-25- 50gal in and then wait to make sure it didn't spring any leaks.

This last trip and after I was done taxing around I was brave enough to top her off. 

Everyone thinks they are paying a lot for Diesel/Gas try some AV gas, didn't buy this plane for its fuel efficiency so not a complaint just a statement of how off the rails things have gotten.

What’s the fuel capacity on that thing? Duck duckgo says 125gals…


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[Flyin6]

I'm coming up with 178 gal

Which I think is mighty little for a 9-cyl radial

Is that right?

[wilsonphil]

You are almost spot on, the book says 177gal.

Remember Don its a trainer, most pilots get tired after 45-60min and want to land.  A lot of pilots I have flown with are "not realmen"  at least when it comes to endurance or dealing with issues.

With full load in ideal conditions I should have 3hrs wheels up to wheels down.  In ideal conditions!

[JR]

Just for fun I would some weird stuff off the hard points. Something fun like fake 20mm cannons!

[wilsonphil]

I can legally mount the 50cals, not joking!

as long as I get all the gun pod parts and the M2 are legal I am allowed to mount them.

[cj7ox]

But, what about the ammo? ;-)

[wilsonphil]

Linked 50 is not hard to come by, and as long as you can show to the Feds that it was approved by the military(TO) and the guns a legal they can be mounted 100% allowed.

I help mount 2ea 30 cals in a T-6 back in the day, one thru the prop and one in the wing, that T6 would shoot blanks on the ground as part of the airshows he took it too.

you would need a private range to actually shoot while in the air.

[wilsonphil]

Static check went fantastic.  Passed with flying colors full IFR cert.  Real close to getting in the air.  Once I have ferry permit and weather stays acceptable I’m outa there!

[TexasRedNeck]

Hey thats great news Phil.  Need some cockpit video when you get it airborne


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[JR]

Remember, pics or it didn't happen!!

[wilsonphil]

Ok we are airborne after 12 yes of neglect I got it back in the air.  Lots of little issues but all in all it flys true.  Made it to Hobbs NM. Will finish the trip to Brownsville

[JR]

Bet it felt as good as that looks!!

[TexasRedNeck]

Super cool!  Congrats and well done!  Great pics too.


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[Atkinsmatt]

Awesome. Great work.

[EL TATE]

Ok we are airborne after 12 yes of neglect I got it back in the air.  Lots of little issues but all in all it flys true.  Made it to Hobbs NM. Will finish the trip to Brownsville

(involuntarily grinning ear to ear)

[Flyin6]

Wonderful! Congratulations!

[Bigdave_185]

What a view phil!!


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[cj7ox]

That's awesome, Phil!

[TexasRedNeck]

Can you make BRO in one hop from Hobbs?


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[wilsonphil]

Made it to Brownsville, its in the hanger awaiting a lot of much need love and affection.

Cant be more happier with the flight  just a little bit of weather but nothing forcing me down.

TRN yes one shot, three hour flight, remember this plane cruses at 200 KTS I can push it harder and go higher but I was being very conservative for obvious reasons.

just glad we saved another flyable bird from the parts bin.

[Bigdave_185]

So what’s next for it?

Complete tear down ?
Repaint?
Ceramic windshield tint


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[wilsonphil]

First the Prop comes off for overhaul, then start work the squaks lots of little things showed up on the flight so I will work on those.  Just make it dependable and fun to fly

[wyorunner]

Made it to Brownsville, its in the hanger awaiting a lot of much need love and affection.

Cant be more happier with the flight  just a little bit of weather but nothing forcing me down.

TRN yes one shot, three hour flight, remember this plane cruses at 200 KTS I can push it harder and go higher but I was being very conservative for obvious reasons.

just glad we saved another flyable bird from the parts bin.

Nice job Phil! Super awesome to see this live on for a while longer!! Look forward to seeing what you do with it.

[oklawall]

That is awesome, I know several guys that would wish that they had the chance to fly that thing

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[KensAuto]

Awesome!

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[wilsonphil]

wheels up

[Flyin6]

I had to purchase a Codec driver to view that^^^^^ But seeing a cool old warbird take to the sky and the sound of a radial was worth it.

[JR]

Sweet, but tell whoever filmed to go landscape!!

[wilsonphil]

It’s home for the next few months

[wilsonphil]

Just so everyone can get a better understanding what needs to be done on an older airplane, a lot of this would not of been required if the plane have not gotten involved with a very unfortunate ownership and neglected.

1.   Prop removal for AD compliance and overhaul.  The prop has to come off every 5 years for corrosion inspection, I'm going to have it overhauled/zero timed while that is being done.
2.   Prop governor repair/overhaul, working fine but leaking so it will be good time to address it.
3.   All engine hoses, why? Because they are 30YO and it better safe than sorry.
4.   Fuel boost pump, started popping CB on the flight, not 100% sure its the pump or other issues.
5.   Fuel leak, don’t know if it’s the cell or the connection at the cell. (Requires complete defuel)
6.   Intercom system.
7.   A SLEW of electrical issues and a few radio issues. 
8.   Numerous soft goods, seals, pads that need love.
9.   LOT and LOTs of minor cosmetic issues.

If this was my only function in life most of it could be done in a week or less but I will do as much as possible with the time I will have.  The prop alone will be gone for 6-8 weeks.
A lot of the electrical issues will take a lot of time and effort because this plane has very few schematics from when it was rebuilt back in the 90’s.

The core electrical system is the same but all the “new” items are a rats nest of mostly people working on the plane that should not be tying their own shoes let alone touching an airplane. 

[Flyin6]

Just so everyone can get a better understanding what needs to be done on an older airplane, a lot of this would not of been required if the plane have not gotten involved with a very unfortunate ownership and neglected.

1.   Prop removal for AD compliance and overhaul.  The prop has to come off every 5 years for corrosion inspection, I'm going to have it overhauled/zero timed while that is being done.
2.   Prop governor repair/overhaul, working fine but leaking so it will be good time to address it.
3.   All engine hoses, why? Because they are 30YO and it better safe than sorry.
4.   Fuel boost pump, started popping CB on the flight, not 100% sure its the pump or other issues.
5.   Fuel leak, don’t know if it’s the cell or the connection at the cell. (Requires complete defuel)
6.   Intercom system.
7.   A SLEW of electrical issues and a few radio issues. 
8.   Numerous soft goods, seals, pads that need love.
9.   LOT and LOTs of minor cosmetic issues.

If this was my only function in life most of it could be done in a week or less but I will do as much as possible with the time I will have.  The prop alone will be gone for 6-8 weeks.
A lot of the electrical issues will take a lot of time and effort because this plane has very few schematics from when it was rebuilt back in the 90’s.

The core electrical system is the same but all the “new” items are a rats nest of mostly people working on the plane that should not be tying their own shoes let alone touching an airplane. 

How I know this to be true...The part about idiots working on airplanes who should be hanging on 5hp Briggs and Stratton mowers.
When I purchased N7621E, a PA-24-250 Commanche, I was going to just put on six new jugs and spruce up a horrid interior.
But like yours, I kept finding rats nests of wiring and corrosion and weak landing gear stretch chord things. I ended up nearly rebuilding and modifying the entire airplane.
Actually, I went a bit overboard (300+HP) with speed cowlings, speed brakes, tip tanks, a new interior, and a bunch of avionics. I think my Commanche would give you a run for your money. VNE was 204 KIAS, and I could push right through that. Ya, like I said, it was a bit overboard. U

Unlike me, I hope you keep the thing afterward and use it for years. Me, I retired from the Armee and sold it six months later. The new owner opted for a fresh Mattituck 250hp Lycoming but kept my highly illegal McCauley three-blade prop...

[JR]

Sounds like a labor of love, why not! Heck, I have a couple rides that are from the 80s.

Don, you go overboard, never thought that could happen.

[wilsonphil]

QUESTION,

If one is good is two better?

[Bob Smith]

QUESTION,

If one is good is two better?

Of course, for most things

[Flyin6]

QUESTION,

If one is good is two better?

^^^^^^^^^^He bought a twin! ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

B-25??

No, wait, a Beech 18!

[TexasRedNeck]

QUESTION,

If one is good is two better?

Of course, for most things

Except for wives….


Bought a parts plane?


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[wilsonphil]

Twins are nice, but there are lots of choices.

"stay tuned"

[Sammconn]

Twins are nice, but there are lots of choices.

"stay tuned"

Oh boy!