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Allan Gratia
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DAR cost
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Austin Jun 9, 2021. 17 Replies 0 Likes
Just got a quote from a San Antonio area DAR for an Airworthiness Inspection. $1000 flat rate. Is that the going rate, as this seems expensive from what I've heard in the past?Will someone please…Continue
white zenair rivets
Started this discussion. Last reply by Allan Gratia Sep 25, 2020. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone know if they make A5 rivets painted with a white head? Plane parts are painted, but during assembly there will be rivets unpainted. Thought I might save some time but I can't seem to…Continue
Shielded versus unshielded wire
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ralph Powell Feb 10, 2020. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Ola' everyone.What is the rule for using shielded vs. unshielded wire? I understand the EMI and the reasoning behind shielded, but why are some wires in our aircraft unshielded? To prevent…Continue
website tracking
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ken Ryan Jan 15, 2020. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I added an anti-tracking software to my computer (Avast) and everytime I log into our Zenith.aero website (i.e. this very forum), I get a warning that I'm being tracked. The following are the…Continue
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- Built RV 6A (mostly), private pilot (instrument rated), Doctor of Chiropractic
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650 versus 750 Cruzer
Posted on April 25, 2017 at 4:31pm 10 Comments 0 Likes
Hi Everyone,
I have narrowed my search for a kitplane down to the Cruzer or perhaps a 650. I can't seem to find any posts or articles comparing or explaining why one would choose one over the other. My mission is primarily 150 to 250 mile hops, as well as pleasure flying. I live in near San Antonio, TX and will fly to Houston, Austin, Big Bend and Corpus Christie. I know the 650 is faster, but comfort is also a factor. Any thoughts?
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 4:44pm on November 6, 2019,
Gary Motley said…
Sure Allen,I have two coms, one GPS, one ELT, one transponder, one ADSB, a VOR/ILS, a marker beacon as well as one on the glare shield for satellite radio.
- At 1:33pm on January 22, 2019,
Robert Riat said…
The engine was $21,000 and the complete forward firewall including mount, cowl, propeller, and everything to make it run (less battery) was $5800. Expensive compared to some, but it seems to have a good track record - I think Roger has a couple thousand hours on the one they have in the factory Cruzer. My stol plane weighed in at 807lbs. and I certified it at 1440lbs gross. I can fill my tanks (30 gallons), take a 250lb passenger and the plane leaps
off the runway. I can be 500agl by the time at the end of our 3200’ runway so it has plenty of power for the plane. I suppose the Viking will do the same.
- At 12:32pm on January 22, 2019,
Allan, Hope it’s okay if I comment here. Like Ford or Chevy owners, there are probably
lots of opinions on who has the best engine and I’m not into cutting down any of them. If
it starts good, runs good, has enough power and is dependable then I would say it’s a good engine. Cost and weight seem to be the biggest issues. I finished a stol 750 last year and
installed a UL350is — too early to tell, but I do have 80+ hours on it and, so far, it hasn’t
missed a beat. Was easy to install, starts instantly, has great power and is light weight.
The only negative part is the cost.
I am currently building a 650 (picked up the kit about 6 weeks ago) and I plan to install
a UL350 in it. My old Warrior has a Lycoming engine and I had a 172 with a Continental
and either would be my next choice - I just like having fuel injection and Fadec. I’ve had
lots of construction equipment in my life with lots of radiator issues so my preference is
air cooled, but the”best engine” is what fits the best criteria for each builder. Good luck
with your project!
Robert
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