Looking in from the right side. Connects to the air filter with 3" scat.
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Sun Dec 13, 2020 10:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
Yes, I was thinking the same thing Les because there is no seal where the shaft exits the top of the cylinder. Looking at the parts manual, it confirms there is no seal around there either. Based on your experience, I think I will drain a little fluid from the reservoir and see what happens. Thanks for all the input. |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Sun Dec 13, 2020 1:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
That was it Les, thanks for your input! I drained a teaspoon or so from each cylinder, and viola, no more leak. Thanks again. |
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| Author: | James Grahn [ Sun Dec 13, 2020 4:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
All true. And the piston actually floats on the end of the shaft. What that means is that the piston needs pressure from the shaft to actually seal and provide brake pressure. Once you release the pedal, the pressure from the shaft on the piston is released and therefore, fluid can flow both directions. Just FYI. Also, for those who need them, we have partnered with Matco Brakes. They are great people and provide us with an excellent discount. Cubes |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Tue Dec 29, 2020 8:47 am ] |
| Post subject: | Carb Air Intake from Rear Baffle |
Those of you that have air intake from your rear baffle, could you post some photos of your setup. I would really like to pursue this installation. I assume you need a horizontal induction sump. Also, are there any drawings regarding the cowling installation? I didn't find any in my set. |
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| Author: | ljkrume [ Tue Dec 29, 2020 10:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
Ryan, I did induction off the rear baffle with an updraft carb and large scat. Take a look in photo albums... Les |
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| Author: | fytrplt [ Tue Dec 29, 2020 12:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
Looking in from the right side. Connects to the air filter with 3" scat. |
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| Author: | fytrplt [ Tue Dec 29, 2020 12:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Tue Dec 29, 2020 4:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
That's what I needed, thank you both. Les, I'm posting your photos from your album here in this thread so I can come back and easily find yours and Bob's photos when its time. Attachment: vertical induction off back baffle.jpg [ 339.78 KiB | Viewed 8821 times ] Attachment: vertical induction off back baffle 2.jpg [ 336.3 KiB | Viewed 8821 times ] |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Sun Jan 17, 2021 1:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Moved to the Airport |
Well, I ran out of room on my garage, so I moved to the airport. I didn't feel like there was much else I could do at home anyway. My next plan is to fit the wings to the fuse. Then install the flaps/ailerons, wingtips, etc. That will give me more time to find an engine. Attachment: Resized_20210116_115619.jpeg [ 655.9 KiB | Viewed 8726 times ] |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Wed Feb 17, 2021 8:07 am ] |
| Post subject: | Lycoming 0-361-F1A6 |
I have come across a Lycoming 0-361-F1A6 out of a Cessna 172RG that looks interesting for my T18. Does anyone know of a reason why this engine would not be a good fit inside a Thorp cowl? Any other issues with running this engine on a T18? I attached a pic of the sump. Thats the only area I could foresee interference with the bottom cowl. Attachment:
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| Author: | leewwalton [ Wed Feb 17, 2021 7:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
You should be ok on the sump clearance as this is a horizontally inducted motor (so you can spare some clearance where the carb would be. Which brings up your biggest hurdle .. you'll need to alter the engine mount to accommodate the aft facing carb, which has been done but it is something that comes into play. |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Thu Feb 18, 2021 5:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
dang, I don't want to mess with that. Thank you very much for pointing that out. |
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| Author: | fytrplt [ Thu Feb 18, 2021 6:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
The motor mount mod is not so daunting. You cut the bottom "X" out, then rebuild the "X" with a dip in it and gusset all joints. |
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Sat Aug 14, 2021 12:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
While I plan to buy an 0-360 for my project, I came across an 0-320 case that I plan to use in order to fit my cowling to the airframe. Can anyone confirm this case will work for fitting my cowl and spinner spacing? Also, does anyone have any old engine mounts they want to get rid of? I would buy them so I can hang this case and fit my cowl. Any input/insight about my plan would be appreciated. 
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| Author: | Ryan Allen [ Sat Oct 23, 2021 2:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Project with main wing bolts already drilled |
Well, I finally got my junk engine hung today. It took me longer than I expected, but its done.....and man, are those engine mounts expensive or what! Now on to fitting the cowl. Attachment: image000000.jpg [ 971.21 KiB | Viewed 7453 times ] |
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