Hi Tom,
Comments interspersed below.
WRB
On Aug 4, 2009, at 22:45, THOMAS COOK wrote:
To all the good guys and gals ..............
I want to throw this out for comments:: I am considering changing my
airworthiness cert. to experimental. The local FSDO (FAA) has said
they will not consider any "field approvals" on flight systems, fuel
systes, or interior seating even when I have copies of previously
approved 337's.
They're not happy until you're not happy ;<)
These changes I refer to are using the split tail on my CD,
The CD has (or should have) the full 13º up elevator movement of the
415-C (unless you have or are considering the 1320 lb. gross STC).
With 13º up elevator. it should flare just fine without installing the
rather expensive split elevator.
gascolator mounted on the firewall
This is NOT an improvement to the original fuel system. It increases
the likelihood of in-flight fuel flow problems and/or vapor lock. I
strongly recommend reconsideration of this modification.
, and installing Forney seats using parts from the Ercoupe parts list.
I don't think these are available any longer new, although they show
up used from time to time. As I recall, they are heavier than the
original arrangement...always something to keep in mind.
The local EAA members I talked to say that it would be no problem to
make the change, but impossible to later change it back.
Be sure to keep us informed as to your personal experience doing
this...I did not believe it possible although it would have definite
advantages.
My insurance Co. says no problem.
Great
I don't plan to make any other changes if I go this way other than
installing a 3-bladed composite ground adjustable prop.
Can't wait to get a report from you as to the performance difference!
Try to confirm takeoff, climb, cruise speed, top speed, service ceiling
and absolute ceiling performance figures and cruise fuel consumption
before the change and then afterward at the various pitch options.
What about it guy's. Comments pro and con I appreciate hearing from
you!!!!!!!
Tom
