How many hours?
I’ve owned my AMD built 601XLB for 10 years and I’m coming up on 1,000 hours Hobbs. Just curious how many hours you have on your 601XLB?Dave N601XPSee More
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How many hours?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Stephen R. Smith May 2. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I’ve owned my AMD built 601XLB for 10 years and I’m coming up on 1,000 hours Hobbs. Just curious how many hours you have on your 601XLB?Dave N601XPContinue
Uavionix Tail Beacon TSO
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Oct 7, 2024. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I have a brand new in the box Uavionix Tailbeacon, TSO’d for experimental or certified aircraft.Retail $2095Selling for $1800Went with another ADSB system.Replaces your tail light, two wires and you…Continue
Uavionix Tail beacon on a 601XL/650
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Krakowsky Nov 21, 2024. 4 Replies 0 Likes
I just installed a Uavionix Tail beacon on my 601XLBi am having problems with getting acceptable FAA reportsUavionix has been helpful trying to resolve the issue.anyone here have positive or negative…Continue
Strut lifts
Started Sep 8, 2023 0 Replies 2 Likes
It’s been a few years on my 60 pound lift struts on my 601XLB, so I decided to replace them. Wow! What a difference, you don’t notice the slow degradation.The new struts are like power assist in the…Continue
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Uavionix Tail Beacon TSO
I have a brand new in the box Uavionix Tailbeacon, TSO’d for experimental or certified aircraft.Retail $2095Selling for $1800Went with another ADSB system.Replaces your tail light, two wires and you have ADSB out. David Krakowsky N601XPSee More
Uavionix Tail beacon on a 601XL/650
I just installed a Uavionix Tail beacon on my 601XLBi am having problems with getting acceptable FAA reportsUavionix has been helpful trying to resolve the issue.anyone here have positive or negative experience with the Tailbeacon?im not sure if its my plane/installation or a defective tail beacon it’s not getting a very good gps signal.before I send it back I’d like to hear your experience with a tail beacon.thanks Dave N601XPSee More
Strut lifts
It’s been a few years on my 60 pound lift struts on my 601XLB, so I decided to replace them. Wow! What a difference, you don’t notice the slow degradation.The new struts are like power assist in the opening of the canopy.if it’s been a while change your lifts on your canopy. Dave N601XPSee More
P-Mag wanted
Looking for a P-mag 114C for a Continental O-200DaveSee More
"Hi David,
I have a 2007 factory built 601 XLi with the sensenich 68x57 prop which seems to have too much pitch. I can get 2330 Static RPM and have not seen anything over 2600-2650 RPM max throttle level flight. I ordered a 3 bladed prop from Warp…"
Trade ADS B in and out for Garmin 660
I have a used Skyguard vision pro ADS B in and out, legal for experimental aircraft, current model withexcellent factory support for a Garmin Aera 660 with AirGizmo panel mount and wiring cable.the vision pro requires two external antennas and a 3 amp breaker to install.also looking for a P-mag or Surefly ignition for a 0-200DaveSee More
Icom A21 portable Nav/Com
Icom A21 Nav Com portableused, very good condition, includes alkaline battery pack, 12 volt cigarette plug cord, rubber antenna$150 shipped 48 statesDavedothetime@hotmail.com561-374-3285email for picsSee More
Dynon D180 fuel pressure sensor
I have a VDO fuel pressure sensor I need to replace0-30 psi, Dynon lists the part # 100411-00anyone know the VDO part number, resistance, etc?called Dynon, left voice mailDaveSee More
601XLB airframe
Just putting this out there to see if there is any interest.a buddy of mine has a flying, painted, kit built 601XLB, I’m interested inpurchasing it for the Continental 0-200. He’s too old to keep flying, he built it.Anyone out there interested in purchasing the airframe less the motor?I'm thinking like $10,000. For the airframe.it has a Dynon D100 and an Icom radio.Transponder (not sure make/model but I will find out), don’t think it has ads bcomments appreciated.location Southeast…See More
Home built help DVD’s 601/650
I have a set of 601/650 Homebuilthelp.com DVD’s, all original, not copies.Fuselage part 1, disk 1 and 2Fuselage Part 2, disk 1 and 2 Fuselage part 3, disk 1 and 2Wing construction disk 1 and 2, disk 1 doesn’t work on my Mac, may work for you or you can try getting a replacement from the manufacturer, no visible damage.CH601XL upgrade 1 diskCanopy Conversion 650 canopy on a 601 airframe 1 disk Electrical wiring 101 1 disk Building a glass panel 1 diskTotal of 12 disks all tested and play…See More
Emag P114C or Surefly 4P wanted
Still looking for a Emag 114C for a O-200or a Surefly 4Pif you have one on the shelf and want to turn it into cash, contact me.Davedothetime@hotmail.comSee More
601XL canopy question
Noticed a new crack in my canopy today at the leading edge of the canopy about two inches long not my first crack, I did some plastic repairs on my first which was there when I bought the plane in 2014.my plane was factory built by AMD in Georgia.it a s held to the frame by pop rivets. Don’t know if the screws will fit the pop rivets holes if I want to use screws.i have the plans and it shows screws hold the canopy to the frame so question 1, anyone have a canopy they want to sell? anyone know…See More
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- Bought N183AM(now 601XP)AMD factory built 601XLB November 2014, pilot since 1991, This is the fifth aircraft I have owned. I am retired law enforcement. I am a private pilot, high performance endorsement, tailwheel endorsement. Flying light sport now. Plane is registered as a ELSA and I have the repairman's certificate.
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ADS-B installed
Posted on June 11, 2017 at 9:32pm 3 Comments 1 Like
Installed a Skyguard ADS-B in and out system with AHRS
Install took two days, first day brackets and antennas.
Second day power, data, switch, breaker, cables.
Not a hard install, being a Amatuer radio operator probably helped. Don at Skyguard has great customer support.
Got an FAA report, all ok.
There are some great new products coming out there for experimental aircraft. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about doing your own install.
Install took two days, first day brackets and antennas.
Second day power, data, switch, breaker, cables.
Not a hard install, being a Amatuer radio operator probably helped. Don at Skyguard has great customer support.
Got an FAA report, all ok.
There are some great new products coming out there for experimental aircraft. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about doing your own install.
N601XP
Posted on February 5, 2015 at 2:00pm 3 Comments 3 Likes
My plane is a factory built AMD Zodiac 601XLB
Attended Rainbow Aviation Repairman 16 Hour course in Lakeland Florida, January 2014
Purchased November 2014, changed SLSA Certificate to ELSA January 2015
Received repairman certificate for the airplane February 2015
Plane has a Dynon D180 with AOA Option, Garmin SL40 Com radio, Garmin digital Transponder, Garmin 396 with air gizmo mount, Garmin Audio Panel.
Approximately…
ContinueComment Wall (4 comments)
- At 2:36pm on October 6, 2021,
Donald Mascol Jr said…
Hi David,
I have a 2007 factory built 601 XLi with the sensenich 68x57 prop which seems to have too much pitch. I can get 2330 Static RPM and have not seen anything over 2600-2650 RPM max throttle level flight. I ordered a 3 bladed prop from Warp Drive (ground adjustable) which I think you mentioned you had also done. Have you noticed a difference in performance?
Thank You
- At 12:03pm on February 9, 2017,
Jeff Garrett said…
- David
The shippinp will be $20.00. Yes you will be happy with the fit and finish. I just got finished making new molds for these parts. You will need to scuff,prime,and paint them of course.
Please give me a call when you can 502-536-3481
- At 6:03pm on June 18, 2016,
Wayne Tyson said…
Thanks, David. If I can reciprocate in any way, let me know.
WT
- At 2:39pm on March 6, 2015,
Normand Lambert said…
Hi David,
Don't forget to take pictures and post them here ! We enjoy seeing what other builders are doing... Welcome to the gang !
Norm
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