christopher fryatt
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Garmin Aera 760

Started this discussion. Last reply by christopher fryatt Aug 18, 2020. 5 Replies

just updated from aera 796 to the Aera 760. lighter and a few new features. ( now 8 user data fields, my favorite so far)Warning: after updating to version 2.3 software the unit will no longer…Continue

Surefly Electronic ignition

Started this discussion. Last reply by christopher fryatt Aug 31, 2021. 17 Replies

just saw an ad from A/C Spruce regarding Surefly Electronic Ignition. Replace one mag for about 1400$. Option allows for use of an advance curve with Manifold pressure reference. Anyone try on their…Continue

any 601 owners near albaquerque NM?

Started this discussion. Last reply by christopher fryatt Jul 31. 2 Replies

Got a friend ...RVN veteran who wants to get 601,  concerned his wife may have difficulty boarding. Appreciate anyone who has an example for him to see. Im in southern Texas and unable to fly up…Continue

 

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christopher fryatt posted a status
"i hate this time planning a long XC. Will a Texas to KOSH trip be possible in my window, the next few weeks? Time to Spare, travel by air"
Jun 28
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"flew this AM, seventh year anniversary since first flight in zodiac, 50 years since first solo in c150"
Sep 8, 2021
christopher fryatt posted a discussion

Garmin Aera 760

just updated from aera 796 to the Aera 760. lighter and a few new features. ( now 8 user data fields, my favorite so far)Warning: after updating to version 2.3 software the unit will no longer recognize your computer unless v3 USB ports available. now my computer (perfect for my needs)is Garmin useless. The 760 only comes with one update whereas the 796 gave a whole year. Cheaper cables and no home dock provided. When getting the hard wire kit I plan to mount in portrait mode, old 796 would…See More
Jul 9, 2020
christopher fryatt posted a discussion

kavlico pressure senders (service bulletin) might apply to you..it does me!!!

https://www.advancedflightsystems.com/service-bulletin-050620a.phpI need to replace my oil pressure sender, all other senders used are ok for me. Seems impossible to find right now, no surprise I guessSee More
May 9, 2020
christopher fryatt posted a discussion

Surefly Electronic ignition

just saw an ad from A/C Spruce regarding Surefly Electronic Ignition. Replace one mag for about 1400$. Option allows for use of an advance curve with Manifold pressure reference. Anyone try on their or others O-200? Seems great for fuel injection but carb?  I had WW type electronic Ignition on my plane when flown with Corvair engine,  and it sure did enhance start-upjust starting some discussionSee More
Feb 4, 2020
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newest co-pilot

newest co-pilot, she loves her headset, wants mic.
Dec 16, 2019
christopher fryatt posted a discussion

any 601 owners near albaquerque NM?

Got a friend ...RVN veteran who wants to get 601,  concerned his wife may have difficulty boarding. Appreciate anyone who has an example for him to see. Im in southern Texas and unable to fly up there for a whilethanks ChrisSee More
Jul 4, 2019
christopher fryatt posted a status
"just added 2 dynon servos and ap74, now got 2 axis A/P first test flgt seemed perfect!"
Apr 20, 2019

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ZODIAC XL
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Flying
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Engine installed (or plan to install)
Continental O-200
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Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
former CFI-A,I,ME
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ATP ME, COMM SE

Installed O-200D lightweight engine
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At 5:30pm on September 18, 2017, Larry Zepp said…

Hi Christopher, Did you use Lemke seats?

I hope you have good weather to make it to Mexico - I will be driving there - arriving on Friday morning.

Best Regards,  Larry Zepp, Zodiac 650B N22LZ

At 11:16am on January 3, 2017, Jim Huckins said…

Oh understand the break in period. I also changed to steel bungee. With the heavy lycoming and a grass field seemed like the thing to do. No hurry to change on my 701...much lighter on the nose with the Rotax

At 7:05pm on October 7, 2016, Jimmy Young said…

The B&C alternator unit works fine. Their lightweight starter has been great too. Over 500 hrs on both, no problems. 

Jimmy Y

At 9:51pm on September 1, 2016, Mike Armstrong said…
Christopher what is the price. I am interested and will be at the open house. Mike Armstrong 719-4663101 or mike_in_co_2000@yahoo.com
At 10:28pm on October 15, 2014, Timothy E Kinney said…

I've been waiting 14 months. Never got responce from  E-mails. He says there is a supply side issue he is working on...

              Tim K

At 9:33pm on September 9, 2014, Mack P. Kreizenbeck said…

Congrats from Idaho!

Keep on enjoying, but keep it safe.

Mack

 
 
 

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