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  1. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    Sanding completed, got the first holes drilled & cleco'd. I'm not entirely convinced the fold will go well, but it's worth a shot for all the problems this will solve in the long run. This is .011 aluminum flashing, for anyone wondering. I'm going to use countersunk blind rivets where the...
  2. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    Well, here we are more than year later and I've learned that the definition of "progress" is whatever you choose to make it... I've spent this time really focusing on the workshop primarily. We moved into this space and I got my airplane in here + torn apart before the tool systems were set...
  3. Cass256

    Let’s Say I Wanted to Fly on Pedal Power

    These guys built a human powered helicopter, and flew for over 60 seconds. I think defining the mission of flight is important. It'd probably be possible to do a kind of motor glider, where you can extend your range by pedaling. I'd be skeptical of creating enough power for takeoff in a...
  4. Cass256

    Mooney Mite

    The Mite will forever be one of my favorite aircraft, ever. I've never flown one and never will (I'm 6ft 3in tall...), but they're just cute. And fast. That is a beautiful bird kharberg!
  5. Cass256

    A 4-stroke for my mini-cub?

    4 strokes in this weight category really aren't great. Hummel had a V-twin model based off a Predator engine at Oshkosh this year, but I'm not sure if they're for sale yet. The Yamaha Phazer has a couple flying examples, but they're 120-130lbs with 80hp; Probably too heavy for your bird. Great...
  6. Cass256

    Bourke engine viability?

    Agreed, it's a relic of an age past for sure. I believe it was used for ease of manufacturing, honestly. Pistons & jugs were much easier to make than rotary engines in the 40s. The concept it provides of constant volume combustion is intriguing to me, though. LiquidPiston seems to claim...
  7. Cass256

    Bourke engine viability?

    I've found there's a lot of "bagging" on this engine without curiosity of the running principles. As such, over the last few years I've been working on building a prototype research model to examine the thermal vs. kinetic output of specific fuel/air mixtures at specific compression ratios...
  8. Cass256

    The EAA builders site is laughable bad.

    Seems like a time & money issue to me - I'm sure they'd like to have a more secure site, just need to get someone with experience to re-do the backend
  9. Cass256

    Is it possible to add an additional generator/alternator on a Rotax 503 DCDI install?

    I'm already using LEDs for every light, the landing light still draws about 3A, though - I think there are some incandescent bulbs out there that would exceed the max amp budget by themselves! The 503 only produces about 12A at cruise rpm; I think the rule of thumb is to not use more than 80% of...
  10. Cass256

    Is it possible to add an additional generator/alternator on a Rotax 503 DCDI install?

    You're right, & I am going to investigate this; I'm a little worried about extra drag considering I'll only cruise around 70-80mph, I don't really want to go slower :P Really, an additional usable 3-5A (so really like 7-9A) would be enough, I don't know if it's possible to get that from the...
  11. Cass256

    Is it possible to add an additional generator/alternator on a Rotax 503 DCDI install?

    I am planning to fly this plane to Valdez in the future, & it has a basic IFR panel with a GPS175 & dual G5s for basic RNAV capability - I don't plan on flying in any IMC until the new engine is on the nose since you're legally not supposed to according to Rotax's operating manual, however the...
  12. Cass256

    Is it possible to add an additional generator/alternator on a Rotax 503 DCDI install?

    That looks like it'll fit the bill, looks like they're meant to spin around 2-3k RPM so I'd have to mount it to the propeller flange. I'm pretty confident I could make that work, but I'm worried it will stress the gearbox it ways it wasn't designed for - I'm not an expert on belt/chain drives or...
  13. Cass256

    Is it possible to add an additional generator/alternator on a Rotax 503 DCDI install?

    Before you ask, yes, I am planning on putting a different engine on the nose at some point. I haven't found a suitable replacement yet for the 503 (The Phazer comes close, but the current gearbox options aren't for me until more testing has been done), & I'm sure it'll be easier to sell the...
  14. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    Sorry for the lack of updates, been so busy it's been hard to find time to make posts along the way. Seriously, how do you YouTuber types get anything done? Here's the avionics panel final install, I'm pretty happy with how it turned out! Just gotta work on the avionics themselves, now...
  15. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    New spars will be here next week or the week after, so I'm doing my best to knock out the small projects I can manage before finishing the wings. Today I managed to get the avionics stack angle riveted onto the panel; This was my first shot at riveting anything together, & I think it came out...
  16. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    I've decided I'm not comfortable flying with the damaged wing, so I've started the process of building a new one. The new spars should be here in about 3 weeks. Just wanted to let y'all know I didn't drop off the map entirely :P
  17. Cass256

    Senate Takes Up Legislation To Hold 5G Network Builder Accountable

    The comments on that article sums it up well I think; The FCC approved this knowing it causes interference, despite opposition from the DoD & many others. The individuals who signed that approval should be the ones held accountable, IMO.
  18. Cass256

    Aircraft name change questions

    As far as I understand the FAA's E-AB registration process, it's impossible to re-register an airplane without a new data plate & applying with everything required for a new kit (bill of sale/program letter, operating limits/cg envelope, etc.). Quite literally you have to apply like it's a new...
  19. Cass256

    SkyRaider 1 Ultralight project aircraft

    Apparently the SkyRaider/RidgeRunner series used the same airfoil & rib design as the Just Aircraft Highlander & Escapade; I just received two new ribs in the mail from JA & I can post some comparison pictures tomorrow if anyone's interested. Getting new parts from them would be the easiest...
  20. Cass256

    Ridge Runner 3 restoration - "Project Whiskey" - KBTV

    After reading this, I realized I skipped over a lot of what happened between these posts, sorry! I'll do my best to summarize, however I'm planning on making a YT video series on this build & the first video will cover it more in depth. Basically, there was too many chips/cracks in the powder...
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