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Makes me wonder why they charge so much then. RV antifreeze is $1.99/gal versus $19.99/gal TKS. But wait: google claims TKS is Ethylene Glycol and not Propylene Glycol. Keep it away from Fido! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m a pinch I’ve mixed propylene glycol (RV a/f) with 90% isopropyl alcohol in a pump sprayer. Some brands brag about the additives added to prevent aluminum corrosion and damage to rubber and plastics. I’ve used the stuff for years in my camper and never had an issue with the plastic pipes and...

Seems like any A&P with gray hair and active experience would be able to articulate that it is not normal practice to leave blue shop towels inside of an engine. I know one for sure that would explain why one does not stuff anything with blue shop towels. Are you expecting the defence to put up...

I’ll give you ten hours free if you move the four feet of snow blocking my hangar door that apparently has turned into solid ice. Oh I’m not in SoCal so never mind but the deal is still available. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Can a candidate see a DPE anywhere in the USA? I had a similar issue the OP is having 13 years ago and ended up with a 60+yr old pioneer female DPE who was an ultra-stickler to the letter of the law. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I bought the 150 thinking it would be a “great way to build time at 80 kts”. During the first flight home I immediately was ready to upgrade. Though I get bored doing 135 kts now... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That is quite expensive man. In 2013 I bought a ‘67 C150 with a 400hr SMOH in clean condition for $12k. I know the value has went up but recently an acquaintance of mine lost his medical and sold his 150 that he easily had just put $50k into for $20k. Had a new motor installed and extended tanks...

No way I would have agreed to $6k. I’d pay the $1k deductible and tell him to enjoy the new engine and prop. Wow I just stumbled upon this thread. A similar incident to this happened at my old airport. The rental Warrior recently had a fresh overhauled engine installed and had about 100 hours...

WTH I’m an idiot I meant to type Ophthalmologist (MD)!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

$110 from my AME Dentist. Considering my SAA burden, I’m getting a bargain. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The GROL appears to be a hiring minimum for some major firms. Also, for example, to open up a KT-76A and legally change the internal fuse, you’ll need your GROL or equivalent. The GROL isn’t rocket science. Just study the elements over a weekend and take the test Monday. I’m glad my hangar fairy...

A night landing for many of us is basically a “first night landing” as we don’t do it frequently. I tend to have high approaches if I haven’t done night ops for a while which leads to a wild navy “carrier style” landing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You can study for free to get the FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License which allows you to tinker with radios. The A&P can be had in 11-12 months at a good dedicated school. Missionary School of Aviation Technology (MSAT) in Ionia, MI comes to mind. There is another one in Indiana. Do it...

The most valuable part of your plane will be the avionics, engine, and propeller. Not in any particular order either. I’m curious to how an insurance company would valuate the engine in regards to a loss if it was not certified. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just like everyone says, the end result costs will be extremely close to that of a budget-priced “professional” shop or A&P field overhaul. At least it will have some sort of resale value to a larger field of buyers. Jewell Aviation comes to mind. There is one in Michigan, Kline Aviation, that I...