This one looks even better - I'll have to try to tie it tomorrow . . .
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tumble_hitch
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 7:12 PM, G Mann via Mercedes
wrote:
> I stand corrected and admit my error. Thank you.
>
> It's a pleasure to be in the company of such fine gentlemen.
>
> N
I stand corrected and admit my error. Thank you.
It's a pleasure to be in the company of such fine gentlemen.
Now what clever plot can I come up with to induce Andrew to ship each of
you a jug of his famous pepper jelly?
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 4:26 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebe
> On May 20, 2018 at 7:04 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
>
> Hey! That would be MY pepper jelly, unless the prize goes to the SECOND
> person to guess correctly!
>
> Greg
I don't recall reading it, but according to my mailbox, Greg speaketh the
truth.
> On May 20, 2018 at 1
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income
Mitch,
That knot pretty well covers how it's done. The rope pulls free of the
tail wheel without any obstructions such as loops or other knots. You just
have to think which end of the rope goes to the cockpit and Bobs
Mitch,
That knot pretty well covers how it's done. The rope pulls free of the
tail wheel without any obstructions such as loops or other knots. You just
have to think which end of the rope goes to the cockpit and Bobs your
Uncle.
I guess you have to see Andrew for a jar of pepper jelly.. you win
> On May 20, 2018 at 4:42 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
>
>
> Pretty close. Execute that system using only rope, without any eyes on the
> end, or steel rings and you have the principle nailed down.
Something like a Highwayman's Hitch?
https://www.wikihow.com/Tie-a-Quick-Release-Knot-(Highwaym
Pretty close. Execute that system using only rope, without any eyes on the
end, or steel rings and you have the principle nailed down.
Good job finding the video, thanks. I notice it's grouped with a couple
other videos of folks with "remote tail wheel tie down release".
It's an old problem. How
This is not the knot you are referring to, but it looks like it works:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibkAkm_gid8
On Sat, May 19, 2018 at 11:18 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
> I thought the challenge was still open
>
> Clue: When you pull the rope, the knot releases completely and your r
That sounds like the same function as (IIRC) a Highwayman's Knot.
Greg
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I thought the challenge was still open
Clue: When you pull the rope, the knot releases completely and your rope
slips out of the tail wheel cleanly... as long as the aircraft pulls on the
knot... it only gets tighter, can't slip.
I'm not sure I can do a verbal picture with any success.
On Sa
On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:55:10 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes
wrote:
> OK, tech test time.
> Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that
> runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an
> airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in, pull the tail wheel rope
Yep. Archer Road and 39th were two lane country roads. The landing strip at
Stengel Field extended from near the intersection on back into woods, and the
hanger was near Archer Road, further to the west, and bordered by a trailer
park.
Having moved to Gainesville when it was a small cracker to
That would probably have been on Archer road where Butler Plaza
shopping center is now. The whole area is all built up with 6
lanes of traffic. Looks ugly.
archer75--- via Mercedes wrote:
There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field.
The members would crack the
J-3: Safest airplane made. It can just barely kill you.
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I did my solo flight in a 40 hp cub, at age 9... to short to reach the wing
tip, just big enough to hand prop the 40 hp. Rule was, always tie the tail.
safety first. Throttle friction set was not always reliable, and solo hand
prop safety required the tail be tied...
The rope trick worked perfectl
There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field.
The members would crack the throttle on an old 40 hp J-3 Cub, prop it, and then
run around and get in before it started moving.
One day a ministerial student cracked the throttle from wide open instead of
idle, the plan
I used to, but would have to look it up now - too many years ago.
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes
wrote:
> OK, tech test time.
> Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to
> the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an airp
I'd use the magic disappearing knot that Dad used to entertain the neighborhood
kids.
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'87 300TD
'95 E300
On May 16, 2018 3:55:10 PM EDT, G Mann via Mercedes
wrote:
>OK, tech test time.
>Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that
>runs to
>th
On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:55:10 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes
wrote:
> OK, tech test time.
> Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that
> runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an
> airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in, pull the tail wheel rope
Wish I had the time!
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 16, 2018, at 2:47 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
>
> Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this.
>
> Are you still making house calls?
>
>> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote:
>> So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from
OK, tech test time.
Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to
the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an airplane,
safely, then climb in, strap in, pull the tail wheel rope release, take in
the rope, and let you taxi away to fly?
On Wed, May
HA, you're not even remotely a cheapskate. I'm a cheapskate, I've been driving
my $1500, '98 Jetta for 4 years now on basically no money, its been the most
economical vehicle I've ever had even surpassing my $400 240D which needed way
more in repairs. I've put ~90,000 miles on it so far (290,000
"Hand propped to start"
Contact!
-Curt
On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 12:33:16 PM EDT, OK Don via Mercedes
wrote:
Even more fun - -
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote
Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this.
Are you still making house calls?
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote:
> So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel
> wrote:
>
> Yes I
So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use?
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
>
> Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate pragmatist/cheapskate.
>
>> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM, Dimitri wrote:
>> What ar
Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate
pragmatist/cheapskate.
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM, Dimitri wrote:
> What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our
> attention here. I think you really want one!
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On May 16, 2018,
What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our
attention here. I think you really want one!
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 16, 2018, at 10:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> 62 Rolls temptress on BAT.
>
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-r
Forget it - not your color.
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 12:33 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote:
> Even more fun - -
>
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/
>
>
> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>
> > 62 Rolls temptr
Even more fun - -
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 62 Rolls temptress on BAT.
>
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-royce-
> silver-cloud/?utm_source=dailymail&u
Moi? Sounds like a great gig for my eventual retirement.
On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:15 AM, Curt Raymond wrote:
> You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the
> ultimate style...
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT, Andrew Strasfogel via
> Merc
You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the
ultimate style...
-Curt
On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
wrote:
62 Rolls temptress on BAT.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-royce-silver-cloud/?utm_source
"He believes the paint and interior have been changed but can not verify
what the original color combination was."
The Roller club has access to all the factory info, easy enough to get
those details. Wonder why he didn't? There are a few folks who bring
their old Rollers and Bentleys to the
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