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Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 02-16-2019, 07:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 274
Posted By Jesse
Looks like a trim Servo, not an auto pilot Servo.

Looks like a trim Servo, not an auto pilot Servo.
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 02-15-2019, 09:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 230
Posted By Jesse
FS: Avidyne AXP322 Transponder NIB

I have an extra Avidyne AXP322 ADS-B out transponder. I'm not sure if it has the stock software of the TT22 or if it has some special software like the Dynon transponder. It does not come with the...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-10-2019, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,045
Posted By Jesse
The US does run on 1090ES as well as UAT. The...

The US does run on 1090ES as well as UAT. The weather information is a UAT broadcast. Traffic is broadcast on either 1090 or UAT, depending on what the receiver can handle. 1090ES is the...
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 02-09-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Jesse
All the power ports are sold. If you haven’t...

All the power ports are sold. If you haven’t heard back from me about payment then you didn’t get them.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-09-2019, 09:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,149
Posted By Jesse
You would love the upgrade to HDX, but only you...

You would love the upgrade to HDX, but only you can say if it’s worth the cost. If you are trying to decide whether to buy the Skyview Touch or the HDX, I’d say it’s a no-brainer. If you already have...
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 02-06-2019, 09:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Jesse
I think I have had double what I had extra...

I think I have had double what I had extra already spoken for. I will post tomorrow if that is not the case. Thanks for the interest.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-06-2019, 05:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,149
Posted By Jesse
You’ll love the Dynon A/P and the Avidyne 540.

You’ll love the Dynon A/P and the Avidyne 540.
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 02-06-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Jesse
SOLD Stratus Power ports

I have some extra Stratus power ports I’m trying to unload. Retail for $349. 2.5A/port.

$100 each shipped conus.
Forum: Florida (Central) 02-05-2019, 10:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 318
Posted By Jesse
Email or text me for details on Nicolas Posada....

Email or text me for details on Nicolas Posada. He is a CFI/II with significant RV experience based at Plant City.
Forum: ADS-B 02-05-2019, 07:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 193
Posted By Jesse
I have never seen traffic tracks on anything...

I have never seen traffic tracks on anything ads-b. Are you sure those aren’t your tracks (bread crumbs)?

All ads-b systems I have seen show where a plane is now, his track, altitude and speed, but...
Forum: GPS 01-27-2019, 12:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By Jesse
I have a good working 300XL for sale if you’re...

I have a good working 300XL for sale if you’re interested.
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 01-23-2019, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 676
Posted By Jesse
The 660 is spoken for. Thanks!

The 660 is spoken for. Thanks!
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 01-22-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 676
Posted By Jesse
I have a good used one for sale with a GDL39 3D....

I have a good used one for sale with a GDL39 3D. $700 for both shipped conus.
Forum: VAF Classifieds (posts in here deleted after 30 days) 01-21-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 815
Posted By Jesse
FS: Avionics

Garmin 300XL $1500 shipped conus

Garmin 530W $7,500 shipped conus

Garmin GI106A $1,500 shipped conus
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-19-2019, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 749
Posted By Jesse
It’s a different physical size, but the GMC307...

It’s a different physical size, but the GMC307 would be a direct replacement for the GMC305. No sense in going with a GMC507 over a GMC307 if you are already wired for a GMC305/7.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-19-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By Jesse
A friend has a Cherokee that had the same...

A friend has a Cherokee that had the same problem. He called and sent them a copy of his Airworthiness Certificate and that fixed it.
Forum: Traditional Aircraft Engines 01-18-2019, 07:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By Jesse
The 250HP 540’s are usually 8.5:1 compression...

The 250HP 540’s are usually 8.5:1 compression (same as D4A5 that Van’s sells) and redline rpm of 2575 (instead of 2700 of the D4A5). Verify with Barrett that it is safe to run it at 2700 then use the...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-12-2019, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 542
Posted By Jesse
Nicolas Posada is in Tampa. He does move around...

Nicolas Posada is in Tampa. He does move around the area. Email or text me for his number.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 11-29-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,724
Posted By Jesse
If it's connected to a WAAS GPS, it does not need...

If it's connected to a WAAS GPS, it does not need its own antenna.
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 11-24-2018, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 884
Posted By Jesse
It should be NMEA in/out and set the D180 to 4800...

It should be NMEA in/out and set the D180 to 4800 baud.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 11-24-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,010
Posted By Jesse
This may be a good issue for a Poll. I have not...

This may be a good issue for a Poll. I have not used sectional charts for a couple of years now. I use the maps on the EFIS and the aeronautical maps on a ForeFlight. I use approach plates, but no...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 11-13-2018, 06:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,687
Posted By Jesse
I would try one of those hook debuting tools to...

I would try one of those hook debuting tools to start with. You only need to remove 1/16 of material around the whole perimeter, so that just might work.
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 11-12-2018, 09:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,209
Posted By Jesse
Nicolas Posada is on my crew and is a CFII. He...

Nicolas Posada is on my crew and is a CFII. He does a lot of training in RV’s. He will be moving to the Tampa area at the end of the year. Give me a call or text me and I can give you his info.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 11-11-2018, 06:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 580
Posted By Jesse
For a non-WAAS 420 with no Nav radio, you miss...

For a non-WAAS 420 with no Nav radio, you miss out on very little without ARINC. As mentioned already, it somewhat depends on your auto pilot, because some auto pilots use ARINC for vertical...
Forum: RV-6/6A 11-07-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 636
Posted By Jesse
The RV-6 wasn’t prepunched, so they are all a...

The RV-6 wasn’t prepunched, so they are all a little different. Van’s doesn’t have a CAD file for them. There are a couple of ways to reproduce.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 11-07-2018, 08:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,724
Posted By Jesse
If you’re just doing one G5, and don’t care about...

If you’re just doing one G5, and don’t care about magnetic heading for the G5, it’s an easy wire. 7 wires from the GTN650. 4 arinc wires from the gps connector and 2 arinc wires from the Nav...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 11-07-2018, 08:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 498
Posted By Jesse
They just recently raised the price from $250 to...

They just recently raised the price from $250 to $450. They also don’t offer the super bright update. They are running out of parts on these units. They have supported these units for way longer than...
Forum: GPS 11-06-2018, 06:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,859
Posted By Jesse
Make sure the SD car you are using is a 16GB...

Make sure the SD car you are using is a 16GB card. I’ve had the exact problem you are seeing with an 8GB card. Switched to 16GB and it worked.
Forum: RV-14 11-06-2018, 06:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,194
Posted By Jesse
I flew with a guy in his RV-14 in Michigan. His...

I flew with a guy in his RV-14 in Michigan. His CHT’s got over 300 in the climb, maybe as high as 350 on one or two, but in cruise at least one or two were under 300. I couldn’t believe it.

In an...
Forum: RV-14 11-04-2018, 09:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,553
Posted By Jesse
Take a look at an RV-10. The top cowl to firewall...

Take a look at an RV-10. The top cowl to firewall pins are a MUCH better system on the -10 that could be used on any of the other models.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 11-04-2018, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,729
Posted By Jesse
I always recommend flying before changing the...

I always recommend flying before changing the oil. I’ve seen sumps with a 1/2” of sludge because it was always changed cold. Only in very rare occasions will I change oil cold.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 11-04-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,070
Posted By Jesse
ForeFlight has the approaches in its database, so...

ForeFlight has the approaches in its database, so you can add an approach to the end of the flight plan and WiFi it to Skyview and the Skyview will fly the lateral portion. You are still responsible...
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 11-04-2018, 07:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,159
Posted By Jesse
Great to see you back, Randy. Many of us will...

Great to see you back, Randy. Many of us will wait eagerly to see what new Dynon products are becoming available.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 11-04-2018, 07:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 472
Posted By Jesse
What Jake said!

What Jake said!
Forum: ADS-B 10-30-2018, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By Jesse
Installed Garmin GDL82 ADS-B transmitter IAW...

Installed Garmin GDL82 ADS-B transmitter IAW Garmin installation manual. Anonymous switch installed in panel at _____ location.
Forum: RV Ongoing Maintenance Issues 10-28-2018, 08:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By Jesse
Is there any chance you have a broken sheer...

Is there any chance you have a broken sheer screw? I have seen broken sheer screws that are steered, allowing the arm to move about 10 degrees before catching and holding back and forth. This caused...
Forum: RV models of the future (RV-??) 10-26-2018, 07:04 PM
Replies: 393
Views: 96,465
Posted By Jesse
I agree 95% (all except the canopy open part).

I agree 95% (all except the canopy open part).
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 10-26-2018, 07:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,854
Posted By Jesse
I would do both. $35 for the WiFi is a no...

I would do both. $35 for the WiFi is a no brained, but touch is too if you can afford it.
Forum: RV-10 10-26-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By Jesse
The radio stack is a great place to split the...

The radio stack is a great place to split the Panel. That will be adequate to hold the halves together.
Forum: RV-10 10-25-2018, 08:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By Jesse
I have done this many times. If you are leaving...

I have done this many times. If you are leaving the stock bottom bar, then it’s an easy thing to do. Just put an attachment piece to hold the two together with screws.

The radio stack angles can...
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 10-24-2018, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,291
Posted By Jesse
One thing you are saying is AOA (Angle of...

One thing you are saying is AOA (Angle of Attack). The other thing sounds like you are talking about the AP Panel with trim circuitry. Which one is it? Give me a call & I’ll see if I can help.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-22-2018, 09:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By Jesse
You were here today & didn’t mention it? Text me...

You were here today & didn’t mention it? Text me a picture of the old switch back & the new one.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-22-2018, 05:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 345
Posted By Jesse
Once you figure out how to navigate the menus,...

Once you figure out how to navigate the menus, it’s not hard. The altitude will be RS232 as Icarus.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-21-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Jesse
That’s not an uncommon argument or uncommon...

That’s not an uncommon argument or uncommon reason for just moving forward, but that’s not following the rules. I’ve talked to FSDO people before who said, “don’t need to do anything” for that type...
Forum: RV-4 10-21-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 778
Posted By Jesse
I would keep the adapter assembly in case you...

I would keep the adapter assembly in case you decide to put on a backup alternator down the road. You can buy a plate or make one. I would use 1/4” aluminum as was mentioned, and there’s is a decent...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-21-2018, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Jesse
The language at the bottom of your original post...

The language at the bottom of your original post “or similarly worded statement.”
Forum: Electrical Systems 10-20-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 430
Posted By Jesse
Hi is 7 and Lo is 34 on the P1006

Hi is 7 and Lo is 34 on the P1006
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-18-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,891
Posted By Jesse
I might do this if I could break away, but I have...

I might do this if I could break away, but I have more work than I can do as it is.
Forum: ADS-B 10-18-2018, 06:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,560
Posted By Jesse
Anonymous mode on some UAT units is optional. If...

Anonymous mode on some UAT units is optional. If it shows the correct tail number, then it is not in anonymous mode.
Forum: ADS-B 10-15-2018, 02:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,560
Posted By Jesse
1. I think officially the Bahamas wants/required...

1. I think officially the Bahamas wants/required 1090ES, but I know a lot of people who fly there with no ADS-B (maybe not officially required yet) or with UAT, so I don't think the Bahamas will be a...
Forum: Traditional Aircraft Engines 10-14-2018, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By Jesse
I once found a sump on an O-360 that had 1/4+” of...

I once found a sump on an O-360 that had 1/4+” of sludge in it. The guy would always call his mechanic to come do the oil change, so it was always changed cold. I once changed it and by the time he...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-14-2018, 07:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,995
Posted By Jesse
If it isn’t installed yet, you should still...

If it isn’t installed yet, you should still qualify for the rebate.
Forum: RV-10 10-09-2018, 06:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,423
Posted By Jesse
Prop wash may be better on one side, but it would...

Prop wash may be better on one side, but it would also be worth considering the possibility of exhaust on the same side. In flight I don’t think it would matter, but following the diagram posted, I...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-08-2018, 07:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,970
Posted By Jesse
The most common problem I have seen people make...

The most common problem I have seen people make is buying auto pilot servos during the build, only to change their mind about final panel equipment and having servos they can’t use. The auto pilot...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 10-07-2018, 04:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,398
Posted By Jesse
You would want to put the mag switch(Es) close to...

You would want to put the mag switch(Es) close to the middle of he Panel and could easily out in two independent start switches/buttons, but you would probably want a starter enable switch so you...
Forum: Southeast 10-07-2018, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 978
Posted By Jesse
We could get you in a hangar at X35. We could...

We could get you in a hangar at X35. We could help arrange a ride to GNV, MCO, TPA, PIE, SFB or JAX.
Forum: RV-10 10-06-2018, 05:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,202
Posted By Jesse
The bottom cross bar needs to be replaced with a...

The bottom cross bar needs to be replaced with a curved one to clear the sump. This was an issue and fixed established years ago, but hasn’t been talked about recently that I’ve seen.
Forum: Traditional Aircraft Engines 10-04-2018, 06:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 905
Posted By Jesse
I had high CHT’s on my -6 back in the day and...

I had high CHT’s on my -6 back in the day and found that one mag was set at about 30-31 degrees. Set to 25 and the CHT’s dropped 25-30 degrees.
Forum: Autopilots 09-30-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,086
Posted By Jesse
The weight adds maybe 6-8 oz. Removing the manual...

The weight adds maybe 6-8 oz. Removing the manual trim cable and going electric with auto trim probably saves a pound or more.
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 09-29-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By Jesse
There is a wire on most encoders (usually pink),...

There is a wire on most encoders (usually pink), that old transponders would connect to ground to tell the encoder to send altitude data. Older transponders couldn’t handle continuous altitude data....
Forum: Autopilots 09-28-2018, 06:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,086
Posted By Jesse
From the TruTrak Auto Pitch Trim...

From the TruTrak Auto Pitch Trim Manual:

Autotrim Installation
-The autotrim module can be mounted in any location, in any orientation. Generally it is installed near the pitch servo to minimize the...
Forum: Autopilots 09-28-2018, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,086
Posted By Jesse
Is there a Jesse St. James, or are you referring...

Is there a Jesse St. James, or are you referring to me?

The auto trim module for the TruTrak can be mounted in any orientation, and can go right back by the pitch servo. It doesn’t need to run to...
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