WAR Corsair Condition inspection 7/15/24
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Did my first annual condition inspection today. Because I built the plane, I was able to get a Repairman License for this plane only. It allows me to repair and inspect this plane myself. If you don't have one, you would need an A&P mechanic to do the annual inspections. You can still do any work on it yourself though.
Meticulous work. Attention to detail is impressive.
Thanks, Don. Watching your videos really hits home with the old homebuilt plane community saying "Ninety percent done, ninety percent to go." Really important to make sure all the small things are done before taking flight.
That was good being able to see the control pedals down inside the cockpit now I can see what you were talking about with the shape of the pedal and adjusting the heights of them I'm making it comfortable. Thank you for the updates I think we all love them!
Wow this video is awesome!!! I'm glad you are checking everything out! I can't wait to see how a new tire will sound!!!👍👍👍
I have the new one now. So I will have it on for the next video.
Thanks for the update Don!
Nothing wrong with taking your time and doing it right...better to check and double check everything now than sorting through wreckage trying to figure out what went wrong. Enjoying the videos.
Doesn't seem to be an end game to this. A plethora of more "modifications" awaits but, thanks for playing.
All aircraft have to be inspected annually. FAA rules.
Don it's close. Are you getting ready yet?
How about building a shoer cable that attaches to where you currently bolt the lap belt and then run that under the rear spar and attach the lap belt to that. Just a thought
I tuned in this week to see what was wrong with the bird
Just a required inspection by the FAA every year.
Thank you again Don for sharing looks like you're well on your way and it will also be great to get rid of that noisy tail wheel 😊
About time to jump in and fly the pattern for a while!!!🤜🤜👍
ALL GOOD....as it should be, but now you know it too. Great Video yet again
DynoDon, Beautiful Bird! Might I ask, what type of spray oil do you use on hinges, etc?
Super Tech, I got it from Wal Mart. It's just a light spray oil. I didn't want a rust penetrant type.
Is this a full-scale version? It appears to be smaller than a regular Corsair.
1/2 scale
Watching you describe what you did with the hoses reminded me of the French legacy of F4U maintenance. The French mechanics basically just tightened everything until the threads were just short of stripping.
12:49 is that a cracked weld Don?
No, just a point where the weld was started, and ended. Thanks
Very interesting.. 😊
I used to use LPS2, now I’m a fan of Tri-Flow spray lube.. I feel it’s better.
Nice, Don. Going over everything is top notch! Suggestion: Since the floorboard is inaccessible, ya might consider cutting a keyhole slot to accept an attachment that backs up a seatbelt rig, like a washer would backing up an eye bolt to suspend an object.. it's a thought...
Good to hear you're tackling the tail wheel as you stated, the less vibration, the less chances of fatigue on the airframe and bolts, etc., breaking, loosing or coming off! Stay safe!
I'm looking at all of my options at this time. Thanks
Yeah those dang Subaru's have a lot of coolant hoses. Keep a close eye on temps and inspect for leaks often.
More excellent and carefully considered work.
Don, when you do these inspections, do you have to submit any paperwork to the FAA?
No. You make a logbook entry stating that you have complied with the regulations.
Got it. Thanks!
I was looking at airless scooter tire and wheels, the ones with holes through the tire from one side to the other. They seem like they would be soft and flat proof.
I saw a few of them as well. The through bolts may be too small for mine. I need 1/2 inch.
Wicked cool!
I'm sure you know this better than I do but for the sake of thoroughness: If you have an O2 sensor on each side of the engine, I recommend checking the fuel trims to see if that exhaust leak at the head is affecting your mixture. I'm currently dealing with such a leak on an LS engine which is causing a very high fuel trim and fouling plugs on that side. Anyway, thanks for the update!
Only one O2 sensor. This is a 95' engine, and it's pre OBD2. So it is not as sensitive as the newer types.
Thanks for the update!
Steady as she goes!
Lots of work, great job. Following from NC.
I was stationed at Cherry Point. C-130 engine mechanic.
@@Dynodon64 I have a friend that is having his retirement ceremony this week, 20 years in the Air Force as C130 maintenance too. His name is John Wetta.
i as well want to put a pneumatic tail wheel on my plane as well direct me to what you found Don id be interested in one too
I just got one yesterday and will put it on this weekend. 6-inch tire is the smallest size I have found for a pneumatic type.
@@Dynodon64 riger that im looking for same tire & tube 6" for my mustang II
Your updates are greatly appreciated. I love your journey through your build! Outstanding finding a tire.
Can you email me telling me where I can get a set of those plans.
flywaraircraft.com
Thank you so much. I've shown my son's your clips and there also interested. I'm going to try to talk them both into different models. Your the best.
For the log entry, just reference your operating limitations that are in the plane (you do keep the originals in the plane, right?) I believe the newer style operating limitations are attached to the airworthiness certificate now. Anyway, the verbiage on what to write is bold and in quotes. I just copy that for the entry.
Thanks, I do keep the limitations paperwork in the plane.
Hi Don, looking good. I have one suggestion, I did a ground up restoration of a Hiller helicopter and we have those style worm clamps all over the scat hose for the induction, oil cooler , carb heat and cabin heat. I put a little .032 safety wire on every one of the screws just for added security. You might consider that for your engine. Be safe and best of luck on your first flight !
Do you have a log book for the engine and prop as well as airframe . i would leave the seatbelt where it is or something that wraps around spar. the most important is the shoulder harness , your head looks very close to front of canopy . thank you for the inspection walk around , happy and safe flying
Yes, I have airframe and engine/prop logbooks. Still thinking on the belt problem.
You should do the oil change and cut open the oil filter as part of the condition inspection.. read the “engine” group and you are supposed to check screens ect for metal. Appendix D to part 43 (d) (3) “Internal engine-for cylinder compression and for metal particles or foreign matter on screens and sump drain plugs. If there is weak cylinder compression, for improper internal condition and improper internal tolerances.”
When I do the oil change, I can check the filter. I'm not pulling the oil pan to check that screen for a condition inspection. This isn't a certified aircraft engine. But I do see your point.
I completely forgot about the leak down test. I do have a gauge set, that needs a few fixes to be useable. I haven't signed it off yet, so I will do one this coming weekend. I may go ahead and change the oil as well. There isn't any timing to check or set, because it is fuel injected and fixed. Thanks for the heads up.
@@Dynodon64 you don’t have to pull the pan and check the oil pickup screen.. just cut open the filter. When they talk about “checking screens” this is because lots of engines have checkable screens in place of a filter.
Great video! I'm going to take a look at my fuselage and plans as well. May need to add some gussets to make sure i have propper lap mounts!
Glad you were watching, I was going to tell you to do it now before you skin the fuselage with plywood.
She looks good and that annual looked pretty through too. Expected temps here in CT are to be all high nineties, and our weather comes thru your neck of the woods, so you're correct .
We're getting a cool down in a couple of days.
I would wait for cooler weather before flight
Indeed.
@@Dynodon64 I build radio control model airplanes all my life and I think most of these people don't realize the time that it has taken for you to build this airplane and the patience needed. they don't understand that there's no rush. That it is a hobby. Also the making u tube videos are a hobby
Thinking a steel L bracket that fits under the spar and attaches to your current mount? Its a good exercise in problem solving. Hopefully you don't have to cut anything.
That was one of my first thoughts.
"Canard Boulevard" on you-tube has a recent video on seat belt orientation. "Submarining" under the belts is a possibility. Moving the lap belt lower around your hips is a good suggestion going forward. Good video about the inspection.
Go to a 5 point harness, help pull the lap strap lower without having to mess with the anchor points?
That's the video that made me see that mine was wrong.
@@nickbarsby3378 Won't be able to mount a fifth belt to the floor. You can't get to underneath the floor, to bolt it in.
This is basically a better be safe than sorry video to prepare for flight.
Plus, it has to be done once a year. Just like cars.
@@Dynodon64 "CHECK!"
@@Dynodon64 Oh 💩, my cars are definitely being neglected🤷♂️
Dude are you ever going to fly it😳
He'll fly it when he's ready.
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You must be new here
So, since that is a Subaru car engine, is it still Wet Sump? Also, is there a recommended time to do the first oil change; like at around 20 or 25 hours? And, that camera shoots very crisp video!
Yes a wet sump. A lot of times, you would go 50 hours. It boils down to the engine and how dirty it gets. The newest way is to send a sample to a lab and have it tested. They will recommend a time frame based on how many hours were on the oil when tested.
@@Dynodon64 Ah, makes sense. Good information!
Looks good , what engine is your plane powered by?
2.2 liter Subaru.
@@Dynodon64 thanks for the update
Don’t you think this is a little overkill. It’s not like you just flew 50 hours on it. Jut my opinion. If it makes you happy that’s what matters.
It has to be done every year, regardless.
@@Dynodon64 if that’s your annual I agree; I do mine every year in May.
i thought planes that are registered as experimental are not required to do an annual every year and also no A&P mechanic required to go thru them??? ive herd over and over from guys that own experimental registered planes
The experimental world calls them conditional inspections, instead of annuals. But, yes, they need to be performed every year. If you built the plane yourself, you can do the inspection without an A&P.
As someone already stated, you still have to do a annual inspection. If you didn't build the planes, you have to use an A&P to inspect it. If you built the plane, then you can get a Repaimans certificate from the FAA when you get Airworthy Certificate from them.
This may be a dumb question or suggestion but, are the seat bottom attach points, at the back, strong enough to attach the seat belt to?
No, it would need to be re enforced.
Do you plan to eventually take it up? Or is this just a build channel. At this rate, it will be worn out before you actually fly it.🥸
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No, I'm just wasting all of my weekends running it around and fixing any issues. What the F**k do you think?
Thank you, Don. What’s that old saying-“an empty can rattles the loudest”? Sorry that you have to be inundated with so many empty cans.