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Topic: A friend lost his door |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 2
Views: 1351
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Mon Feb 13, 2023 2:43 am Subject: Re: A friend lost his door |
Hi I am interested in buying your Europa doors and Bugeye wind shield please email me martflynut@alo.com
thank you |
Topic: Seat cushion question |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 17
Views: 7012
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Feb 16, 2022 5:58 am Subject: Re: Seat cushion question |
Hi Chris.
I have had two Europas and on both aircraft I used aircraft pilot spec
sheepskin as the top layer. I found them very comfortable. No problems encountered as you describe. I could put you ... |
Topic: Vents (again) |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6299
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Thu May 27, 2021 12:52 pm Subject: Re: Vents (again) |
Hi Chris.
My thoughts on vents.
In My first Europa I fitted the
"Ultimate Ventilator" They worked very well and as the vent opens into the airflow you can fit it where you like within ... |
Topic: blue foam |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 6
Views: 4432
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 1:31 am Subject: Re: blue foam |
In the UK I have bought from:
Hampshire Insulated Products
The Hangar
Thompsons Lane
Marwell
Winchester
SO211JY
TEL 01962777730
They can cut and make 3D shapes |
Topic: Vents |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 34
Views: 18401
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2021 6:56 am Subject: Re: Vents |
Thanks for the info Bob. I will look into them. |
Topic: Vents |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 34
Views: 18401
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2021 3:29 am Subject: Re: Vents |
Hello Graeme.
I have the same situation re air vents in my current Europa.
I fitted the round type in my previous Europa and they worked very well. As they are no longer an option I think the best ... |
Topic: Europa oil drain plug |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6075
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Thu Oct 29, 2020 1:57 am Subject: Re: Europa oil drain plug |
Very good point Remi.
I have a pre 2016 tank so it should not be a problem 🤞
I think this thread illustrates how useful this site is for harvesting people’s knowledge. On the face of it, a sim ... |
Topic: Europa oil drain plug |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6075
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 9:31 am Subject: Re: Europa oil drain plug |
Just to confirm. For the Europa oil tank the Saf-air oil drain part number:
M12175 [12mm x 1.75] This information sent to me by Saf-Air |
Topic: Europa oil drain plug |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6075
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 9:07 am Subject: Re: Europa oil drain plug |
Thank you all for the advice.
Good point made by Kevin Dilks re free flow of oil. I have fitted this type of drain valve to other aircraft and it does make an oil change much less messy. I have alwa ... |
Topic: Europa oil drain plug |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6075
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 3:50 am Subject: Re: Europa oil drain plug |
Hi Alan. I am not sure of the size. You may very well be right but I have to
be 100% sure before ordering.
Thank you for your advice
Martin |
Topic: Europa oil drain plug |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 9
Views: 6075
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 2:28 am Subject: Europa oil drain plug |
I am going to change the drain plug on the oil tank to a Saf-Air type. I think the thread size is 3/8. Can anyone confirm the size?
Thank you |
Topic: Monowheel speed kit |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 0
Views: 2898
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2020 10:44 am Subject: Monowheel speed kit |
I am trying to locate a "monowheel speed kit in any condition to fabricate a mould or buy outright. Any help would be much appreciated.
07973748491 |
Topic: Cockpit width increase kit |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 0
Views: 2894
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2020 10:40 am Subject: Cockpit width increase kit |
I am trying to locate a "cockpit width increase kit" in any condition to fabricate a mould or buy outright. Any help would be much appreciated.
07973748491 |
Topic: Rotax 912uls with woodcomp 3000 prop |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 3
Views: 3364
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 1:22 am Subject: Re: Rotax 912uls with woodcomp 3000 prop |
Hi William.
I will have a mod number for you. I have fitted a woodcomp 3000 VP prop to a 912ULs I am at flight test stage.
Best wishes
Martin |
Topic: upholstery |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 2
Views: 2889
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Sun Oct 21, 2012 11:59 pm Subject: Re: upholstery |
Try Ricky Biles
Tel 07759050736
Excellent workmanship, Ricky specializes in aircraft.
He is based in Southampton.
Worth the hassle of getting your aircraft to him as you will not be disappointed ... |
Topic: Insurance |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 2
Views: 2839
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Mon Mar 05, 2012 1:37 am Subject: Insurance |
I am about to insure my Europa tri gear and was wondering who is offering the best rate for Europa aircraft in the UK? Any suggestions and prices are welcome.
Thanks. |
Topic: Lightning Strike |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 17
Views: 12204
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Tue Feb 14, 2012 2:53 am Subject: Re: Lightning Strike |
Not looking good then.
Martin |
Topic: Lightning Strike |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 17
Views: 12204
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Tue Feb 14, 2012 2:21 am Subject: Re: Lightning Strike |
Thank you all for your input.
Martin. |
Topic: Lightning Strike |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 17
Views: 12204
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Mon Feb 13, 2012 2:17 am Subject: Lightning Strike |
Hi All. Has anyone experienced a lightning strike in a Europa? If not what is the perceived result of such a strike? A few years ago in the south of England a plastic glider was struck and broke up in ... |
Topic: long range tank |
Martin Olliver
Replies: 1
Views: 2534
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Forum: Europa-List Posted: Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:00 am Subject: Re: long range tank |
Hi Glenn. I have one in the UK. Email me if interested
martflynut@aol.com
Rgds
Martin. |
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