Hangar Flying

Hi Glennbob and others

Epoxies do tend to crystallize out if they are cold for a long time.
The solution to that problem is put the can in some hot water for
several hours.   BE CAREFUL THAT THE CAN DOES NOT TURN OVER;
YOU DON'T WANT WATER IN THE EPOXY.  The crystals dissolve and
it is still good to use.

I never had that problem with West System because I use it up too
fast.   My Aeropoxy sits around more.

You can avoid that by keeping it warm enough for you to be comfortable;
in the pantry (your wife will love that), in the closet, under the bed, etc.

Nothing happens to the hardener, I think, at reasonable hot or cold temps.

Big batches:  I never mixed very big batches because I did not have
anyone to help me; you have to stir vigorously and try to spread it at
the same time.   Big batches work if you have someone to stir to get
the heat out while you spread.   The warmer the weather, the bigger
the problem.

Of course I am speaking of the West System.   Aeropoxy is never a
exotherm problem because it reacts much slower at any temp.

Good luck.    

Bruce Hughes

Hi Bill

If you have a really bad crash, your ELT may be destroyed
along with you.   The passenger may survive and not have
a functioning ELT......

I am glad that mine is in the back.  

Bruce Hughes

Hi Allen

As you live in Virginia, you should check with the CSA representative
for Virginia, Steve Volovsek.  He may be able to help or may know
someone who can.   His # is 757-538-8992

As the aircraft is in Florida, you might also check with the CSA rep
for FL, Jack Fehling     561-744-1309

Those 2 guys know a lot of canard people and are great guys.

Also you need to join CSA.   Very worthwhile.   $25/year

Bruce Hughes  

 

HI Glennbob

Forgive me but I don't know which canard you are building.
It could make a difference.

If it is a Longeze, you should have a hole through the wing
close to the winglet for a tiedown.   Some people don't have
one but many do.

Bruce Hughes  

Hi Kevin

I am surprised that you got just one answer.   There are many EZ
pilots in Arizona and S. Cal.   Guess they are all gone to OSH.

I do not have my directory handy as I am also at OSH.   When I
get back home I will send some names and phone or email info.

You are 10" taller than me and 100+ pounds heavier.   You probably
could get comfortable in the front seat.   But NEVER in the back.
You can get someone to help trim the width of the arm rests somewhat
but there  is a limit to what you can gain with that.

Do not consider buying a Longeze with a O235 engine; you need a O320.

Be sure you get a good prepurchase examination from a GOOD
canard mechanic.   For your area that would be Bill Oertel in S. Cal
or Dale Martin in Idaho or Burrall Sanders in CO.

You should be a member of the CSA if you are even thinking of
buying any canard pusher.   This website has all the information
on joining.   You get a directory so you can see who lives in Las
Vegas or other southwest cities.   Best $25 you will ever spend.

I think you would be much happier with a Cozy III or Cozy IV
or an Eracer or Velocity with an engine large enough for the size.

Good luck.  

Bruce Hughes  

The NWEAA is next week.   If you plan to be there please read the
following:

I can furnish some refrigerator space, shelter in case of rain,
and friendly conversation.   Unfortunately I am tied up most of the
day each day but see me when I drop by the canard parking area.

Candy and I will be there in our Dolphin motorhome (license is
Washington 308 VWB (Very Wide B*stard)   We get pretty choice
parking close to the front of camper parking.   Not hard to find.    
3 rows from the flight line and 5 or 6 campers from the forum tents.
Please do not let our 2 cats out if we take them.

The door is left unlocked and there is a propane-run refrigerator
inside.    Put whatever you want in the refrigerator.   If it is
beer I will drink it (just kidding, I will bring a bunch and I expect
you to drink mine ( I don't have a weight limit on the motorhome and you
DO on the airplane)).

I will also try to remember to bring a bunch of folding chairs.
I will leave one or two by your airplane IF THE RULES ALLOW IT.
I'll collect them on the last day.   (we stay until EVERYONE else
has gone).

If it RAINS (common in western WA but it seems unlikely this year)
I can seat 7 or 8 (depending on how friendly you are)(grin) in dry
comfort.   We have a restroom inside but no shower.    Also have a
variety of reading material and survival rations.   At least 3 could
sleep inside.

I will not be around a whole lot because my wife and I
are volunteers judging antique certificated airplanes.   We get
pretty busy when people are arriving.    Please come by the
motorhome someday after 5, if you can.    Candy has a lot of
true BS stories (Candy's 1st PIC flight is a classic)
(her intentional groundloop is just as good)
(and flying in an aluminum shadow).
I have a few, too.

Bruce Hughes  

Hi Allen

I had my Longeze on the ramp for a long time and it leaked.
Eventually water got into the radio and ruined it.

A "friend" gave me a plain canvas cover so I put it on.   Every
day the wind blew and the canvas gradully removed the paint
in selected (by the canvas) areas.

21 months ago I bought a cover from Dorothymarie Dickey.
The aircraft is in the shop in pieces so I have not yet used
Ms Dickey's cover.   It looks good.

Bruce's covers are pretty expensive.   I paid a bit less than $300
(including shipping) for the cover but I don't know what Ms Dickey
charges now, or if she makes them now.

Try canardcovers@yahoo.com or call 928-685-3148

Bruce