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For sale - 601XLB main gear and grove wheels/brakes

Started Sep 6 0 Replies

Main gear in good condition; tires and brakes in fair condition$1500Continue

Multiple items for sale from 601xlb

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dale Walters Sep 8. 4 Replies

Hi, I have multiple items for sale from a 601xlb that I'm parting out.  Prices listed or best offer (prices include shipping unless otherwise specified)ACS# 05-07872 A-750 6' throttle control (red…Continue

SOLD - MA3-SPA Carb for sale

Started this discussion. Last reply by Stephen E. Oct 28. 1 Reply

Works great, pulled from a 120hp Corvair engineContinue

Corvair 120HP 3L engine for sale

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dale Walters Feb 13, 2023. 4 Replies

I have a 120hp William Wynne-style Corvair engine for sale (3L).  The engine was built under the supervision of Roy Szarafinski (Roy's Garage). Roy 5th bearingSPA rear alternator, front starterWW…Continue

 

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Dale Walters posted a discussion

For sale - 601XLB main gear and grove wheels/brakes

Main gear in good condition; tires and brakes in fair condition$1500See More
Sep 6
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Dale Walters posted a discussion

Flightine FL-760 radio for sale - $500

Great working used FL-760 com radio for sale. Sorry, no cable availableFlightline FL-760 VHF Comm Panel Mount Transceiver2-1/4" Panel Mount Aviation Transceiver.Flip Flop Frequency SelectionBuilt-In 4-Place VOX IntercomBacklit Display32 Programmable Memory Channel Call-Up5 w Carrier, 16 w PEP25 KHz Channel SpacingSPECIFICATIONS:Frequency range : 118.00 to 136.975MHz (Receive:108.00 to 136.975MHz)Channel spacing : 25kHzMode : AM (6K00A3E)Number of memory channels : 32Acceptable power supply :…See More
Jan 28, 2023
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WTB: Looking for wheel pant brackets and one wheel pant - 601XLB

Hi all,I have two wheel pants, but not the hardware kit to install them.  I'm looking to purchase the hardware kit and possibly an additional wheel pantThanksDale WaltersN601DRSee More
Aug 10, 2021
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Pitch settings and cruise speed

Hi all,I'm wondering what others are using for your prop pitch and what cruise speeds/climb rates you're seeing.I have a 120hp Corvair with a Warp Drive 66" prop (10.0deg) in my 601xlb, and am seeing ~92knots cruise (at 2600rpm) and ~900 ft climb rate.ThanksDaleSee More
Apr 2, 2021
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Dale Walters posted a discussion

Torque values for engine mount

Hi all,Does anybody know the suggested torque values for the bolts that hold the engine to the mount?ThanksDale WaltersN601DRSee More
Jun 12, 2020
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Dale Walters posted a discussion

Low rpm's

Hi all,I have a 3.3L Corvair in my 601, with a 66" Warp Drive prop set to 9.5 degrees, seeing ~2620 rpm at WOT.I previously had a dual-points distributor installed and, after some discussion with William, opted to upgrade to his E/P-X distributor (electronic and points).During installation, I set the initial timing to 8 degrees, fired up the engine, but only saw 2400 rpm static at WOT.I timed it with my timing light to 28 degrees advance (per WW's video from Feb of this year). but am still only…See More
Apr 7, 2020
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Louis W. Ott left a comment for Dale Walters
"Hi Dale, A forum moderator removed my post because he said it should be in the "Classified" section. I'll re-post there. I still have all the items. Louie"
Jul 3, 2019

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Aircraft Model
Zenith CH 650
Project Status
Other
Building From
Partial kit
Engine installed (or plan to install)
Corvair
Building Experience
No Experience
Flying Experience
Sport Pilot (or Ultralight)
Home Airport (ie. KMYJ)
P45

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At 11:52pm on July 3, 2019, Louis W. Ott said…

Hi Dale,

A forum moderator removed my post because he said it should be in the "Classified" section. I'll re-post there. I still have all the items.

Louie

At 10:23pm on April 21, 2018, David Krakowsky said…

Hi dale

if you do a search, I posted photos of my plane with the fairings.

I’m happy with them, they did need some sanding and priming before painting to get them 

perfect.

Dave

 
 
 

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