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by Skepilot
Thu Jul 29, 2021 8:26 pm
Forum: Sling TSi
Topic: Question about gas
Replies: 44
Views: 90732

Re: Question about gas

Well, GAMI got FAA approval for a 100-octane unleaded fuel. At this point it's only approved as an STC on a per airframe and powerplant basis. This doesn't get us anywhere near where we need to be, but it's a step in the right direction. https://www.avfuel.com/Fuel/Alternative-Fuels/Unleaded-Avgas h...
by Skepilot
Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:58 pm
Forum: Sling TSi
Topic: Question about gas
Replies: 44
Views: 90732

Re: CA pushing to Kill 100LL

hpmicrowave wrote: Fri Apr 30, 2021 6:41 am Watch this story, unleaded avgas is coming sooner than we might think.
Don't hold your breath, they've been saying that for years. https://www.avweb.com/insider/going-to- ... -to-100ul/
by Skepilot
Sat Jul 24, 2021 12:29 pm
Forum: Sling TSi
Topic: Forward Ballast
Replies: 3
Views: 6739

Re: Forward Ballast

I've been brainstorming removable ballast ideas, too. Something forward of the firewall would be ideal due to the moment arm, but perhaps not as easy to implement. So here's an idea: Have some lead molded (or steel machined) to the exact dimensions of the floor in front of the front seat(s). Have a ...
by Skepilot
Wed Dec 30, 2020 9:24 pm
Forum: Avionics & Electrical Systems
Topic: GNX375
Replies: 8
Views: 23041

Re: GNX375

As an airline pilot who's used to a lot of redundancy, it was hard for me to let go of feeling that I "need" VHF Nav. But, after reading and thinking a lot about it, I'm going with the GNX375. I won't rehash all the reasoning here, but for a good read on the subject, check out the article ...
by Skepilot
Mon Dec 07, 2020 8:35 pm
Forum: Avionics & Electrical Systems
Topic: The Best Panel Switches?
Replies: 9
Views: 22673

Re: The Best Panel Switches?

I've been hoping to find something nicer than plain old toggles. I really like these: https://www.aerosportproducts.com/product/laser-etched-rocker-switches/ , which are popular in RV-10s. But I'm afraid they're too big to fit in a Sling panel under a 10.6" G3X Touch screen. I've been looking f...
by Skepilot
Fri Nov 13, 2020 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kit Insurance
Replies: 10
Views: 30081

Re: Kit Insurance

... Philip, who did you talk to over at Gallagher I'd like to give them a call to see if I can get a quote? I'll send you a PM with the contact details. Philip, I would love the contact details, too. The quote I got for builder’s insurance was $200 + .75% X value. Since it’s an annual premium and m...
by Skepilot
Sat Oct 24, 2020 9:04 pm
Forum: Avionics & Electrical Systems
Topic: CO Detector
Replies: 5
Views: 33157

Re: CO Detector

I was wondering about this myself. Since the heater does not use the conventional exhaust shroud, there's no risk of CO from the heater itself, right? Seems to make CO much less of an issue. I do like the Aithre EX 3.0 CO detector, as it’s reasonably priced and it integrates into the G3X, as does th...