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For what it’s worth (and probably not much!), my major issue with multiple ground points is that it sets you up to have different ground references for your various devices which will/do lead to ...

When I was building my 601HDS I really got caught up in questioning everything and trying to improve on other’s decisions/designs that I just knew had to be wrong. I’ve since learned that ...

I've got about 100 hours on mine - am I supposed to be adding oil? Never
checked - LOL!!!

Seriously, I haven't been able to really track my usage properly. I end
up with a lot going overboard as ...

Gotcha! Nice to see someone experimenting Smile

Please keep us all in the
loop - sounds awesome!

Don

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I'm interested in seeing the real world longevity of the changes as well
- 1/2 TBO, sounds like a fun thing to do; 1/16 TBO and then I'm probably
not interested; no TBO difference - where do I sign ...

This is an expensive option, but I've used it and it works great. The
head is also extremely small which works wonderful for all those tight
spots that you just can't avoid when building. I purchase ...

A lot of folks have gone about their Bing Carb issues by changing out the needles, etc. What I've found is that the air intake system will make a huge swing on performance, EGTs and can fix things jus ...

And once you truly do stop finding stuff to fix/improve then it is time
for a new plane Smile

Don

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I have about 60 hours on my 3300A without the air tubes and I haven't had any issues (yet) and the manual has the same suggestion.

When I asked the local Jabiru distributor, his answer was th ...

I measured mine using a fabric tape and split the difference around the
curves.

While I'm not sure if the location really makes a big difference
although I think way too close would be bad ?, ju ...

Craig,

Thanks for posting!
Don

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Maybe I just got lucky, but in moving the ground wire for the starter, I
didn't have any problems with the bolt and shearing, etc.

I'd also recommend moving the ground wire or adding the strap for ...

I just finished flying off my 40 hours on my 601HDS and everything is performing well. I'm starting to seriously think about painting and while I understand the core processes (from reading), it is ha ...