I've got MAULE WITHDRAWAL and I got it BAD!
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I've got MAULE WITHDRAWAL and I got it BAD!
So I'm flying around, minding my own business, and this 'available hole' in my panel keeps calling my name.
Hey! What about me! I need something like the other holes! How about another CDI, or an ADI, or an AOT indicator? Oh wait a minute, I know, how about a real nice engine analyzer? That's what I want is a JPI engine analyzer with all of the bells and whistles!
So, being new to the aircraft ownership thing, I foolishly agree. And thinking I can get a few more things done while the mechanic is under the hood, I come up with a short laundry list that he says will only take two days.
JPI-EDM, Reiff heating system, balance the prop, etc............., but they ALWAYS find more that needs to be 'fixed' once they open her up.
So now I am coming up on six days without the Maule, and I am ready to check myself into Trembling Hills Sanatorium. Were talking the robe, the cotton shoes, the music playing as I shuffle off for my meds, full lock-down, the works.
So, while I am waiting for a room to open up, the nurses suggested I talk about my separation anxiety, including any recent trips in the Maule which may help calm my nerves, and I reluctantly agree.............
We planned on flying from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Basin Harbor in Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain which is about 130 miles west. They have a beautiful grass strip next to the resort and a fine restaurant that you can taxi right up to.
Here is my dutiful and ever helpful wife assisting with the pre-flight.
Once I do all of the dirty work, she takes the controls in cruise.
But the wind starts to pick up, and we now have a 40 knot headwind which happened to be quite choppy, so we decide to divert into Parlin airport in Newport NH for some Mexican food at the Red Baron Cafe. 100LL is $5.39.
After consuming some marginal tex-mex, we head back towards Portsmouth, and will plan on heading to Basin Harbor real soon.
Oh, gotta go, my room is ready! Visiting hours are 1-3 every third Wednesday!
Thanks for listening................Rob
Hey! What about me! I need something like the other holes! How about another CDI, or an ADI, or an AOT indicator? Oh wait a minute, I know, how about a real nice engine analyzer? That's what I want is a JPI engine analyzer with all of the bells and whistles!
So, being new to the aircraft ownership thing, I foolishly agree. And thinking I can get a few more things done while the mechanic is under the hood, I come up with a short laundry list that he says will only take two days.
JPI-EDM, Reiff heating system, balance the prop, etc............., but they ALWAYS find more that needs to be 'fixed' once they open her up.
So now I am coming up on six days without the Maule, and I am ready to check myself into Trembling Hills Sanatorium. Were talking the robe, the cotton shoes, the music playing as I shuffle off for my meds, full lock-down, the works.
So, while I am waiting for a room to open up, the nurses suggested I talk about my separation anxiety, including any recent trips in the Maule which may help calm my nerves, and I reluctantly agree.............
We planned on flying from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Basin Harbor in Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain which is about 130 miles west. They have a beautiful grass strip next to the resort and a fine restaurant that you can taxi right up to.
Here is my dutiful and ever helpful wife assisting with the pre-flight.
Once I do all of the dirty work, she takes the controls in cruise.
But the wind starts to pick up, and we now have a 40 knot headwind which happened to be quite choppy, so we decide to divert into Parlin airport in Newport NH for some Mexican food at the Red Baron Cafe. 100LL is $5.39.
After consuming some marginal tex-mex, we head back towards Portsmouth, and will plan on heading to Basin Harbor real soon.
Oh, gotta go, my room is ready! Visiting hours are 1-3 every third Wednesday!
Thanks for listening................Rob
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Great pictures!
Linda provides similar assistance, although she is great at 'tug' duties .
+1 on the JPI, IMHO one of the most important pieces of equipment needed to most efficently run your motor safely and for the best longevity.
I resist the 'empty hole call' best I can.
I'm a VFR puke, and saving my cash-ola for the Big Government Mandate of ADS-B in a few years.
I guess this way the government can better track my every move...
Linda provides similar assistance, although she is great at 'tug' duties .
+1 on the JPI, IMHO one of the most important pieces of equipment needed to most efficently run your motor safely and for the best longevity.
I resist the 'empty hole call' best I can.
I'm a VFR puke, and saving my cash-ola for the Big Government Mandate of ADS-B in a few years.
I guess this way the government can better track my every move...
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Give me a call, I am looking for one possibly for my Maule.MauleWacko wrote:I am taking a JPI EDM 700 out. It is complete for a six cylinder with about ten hours on it . Anyone need one?
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Sorry to derail the thread, so I'll try and add a little. I to am going through an avionics install, that has taken much longer than thought, but it is turning out better than I had planned, so not all is lost. I also have a JPI 700 in my Bonanza, and love the instrument. It is simple, small and works very well.
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Jeez Wacko, I'm about to get another hypo to calm my nerves and you rudely interrupt to hawk your wares!MauleWacko wrote:I am taking a JPI EDM 700 out. It is complete for a six cylinder with about ten hours on it . Anyone need one?
Thanks for the compassion. You're a regular Mother Theresa.
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Not that I don't appreciate all the bells and whistles, the need to keep the weight low usually overpowers the desire to fill empty space on the panel... Oh, and the need to maintain the weight of my wallet! LOL!
40kt wind, chop and "marginal" Mexican food. You sir, are a brave man!
40kt wind, chop and "marginal" Mexican food. You sir, are a brave man!
You have to make up your mind about growing up and becoming a pilot. You can't do both!
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MW keeps the balance on the site from the mega poster happy happy folks. He brings it down the the real and to the point kinda view .MAU MAU wrote:Jeez Wacko, I'm about to get another hypo to calm my nerves and you rudely interrupt to hawk your wares!MauleWacko wrote:I am taking a JPI EDM 700 out. It is complete for a six cylinder with about ten hours on it . Anyone need one?
Thanks for the compassion. You're a regular Mother Theresa.
If you are sensitive I would stay clear of MW He is good people
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You're absolutely right jmtgt!
This great forum would be totally ruined if we had happy and enthusiastic posters who actually contribute.
I know things are starting to get cold in the 49th state, but your ability to pick up on humor is a little frozen. I was joking with WM, just as I was throughout this post.
.......oops, gotta go, I have electro shock at 9 sharp..............
This great forum would be totally ruined if we had happy and enthusiastic posters who actually contribute.
I know things are starting to get cold in the 49th state, but your ability to pick up on humor is a little frozen. I was joking with WM, just as I was throughout this post.
.......oops, gotta go, I have electro shock at 9 sharp..............
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Keep it up it is not working.MAU MAU wrote:
.......oops, gotta go, I have electro shock at 9 sharp..............
I sold my Maule and have a lot of friends here but people like you are forcing me to move on. Off to the Beech site to play with the Baron folks. I do not care about your NH mildew humor. Oh do not bother replying for me because I will not be back to see your last jab!
To my friends, talk to you all soon.
TO MAU MAU......well never mind
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food/humor
Marginal TexMex! Maybe New Hampshire Mex or
Patio TV Dinner Mex would be a better comparison!
Patio TV Dinner Mex would be a better comparison!
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I think you are 100% correct.cs409 wrote:Marginal TexMex! Maybe New Hampshire Mex or
Patio TV Dinner Mex would be a better comparison!
Whatever 'it' was took 6 Alka-Seltzers to put it out of its misery.
Guess I'll have to fly down Harligen way to get some of the real stuff.
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Bad Mexican food is still a good reason to fly, although if it's bouncy and the food was real bad I can forsee some downsides.
I don't think of New England as being famous for it's mexican food though...
I don't think of New England as being famous for it's mexican food though...
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