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Creative location for Dynon AP74 module
I would like to add the AP74 module to D10A but will struggle to do so without major panel surgery. Only real space I have is in a 3" hole, under the panel (i.e. similar to the throttle/prop/mixture sub panel) or in an "arm rest" between the seats.
I don't really like either of the last two options, and Dynon does not make a round module....so looking for a good idea from others. Would appreciate a photo, if possible. |
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[/IMG]I had the same problem with the AP Panel unit, here is what I did, now trying to decide if I should put it between my knees or over in the center below the throttle etc. |
Funny you should mention. I just did this last night:
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That is cute. It would seem to be a knee knocker like you have yours mounted, but as near as I can tell from crawling in and out, it seems to not be in the way at all. I notice that over in the center, it will be very hard to read with my aging eyes, but I can see it fine where you put yours! Have you flown yet with it mounted there?
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That was also along the line I was thinking...but was not sure as Don said, getting in and out, once seated it is like OK to fly with.
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Vertical AP74
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With the weather here I haven't flown it yet since the installation, but lots of hangar flying and getting in/out of the seat during and after install haven't turned up any problems. The best part is it's really easy to remove if it does wind up being a problem, and only leaves two small 3/16" holes in the bottom of the panel which I'll never see. I recently started training for an instrument rating, and the knob module will really reduce the time and attention spent switching between bugs. I'll report back if I end up removing it due to a knee-knock issue. One thing to note, make absolutely sure that nothing mounted in that area interferes with flight controls. In my particular installation, this was not an issue at all. |
Data Plate ??
Is the Data Plate on the panel an Australian thing? I've not seen that before.
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Data plate can be anywhere & not necessarily on panel however the Warning plate has to be in that area, just like you guys do ?
Jake J OZ. |
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Try it, and if you don't like it there for yourself, simply remove it! The only evidence will be a couple holes in the bottom of your panel that you'll never see. |
Your endorsement is all I need, that is where it is going! My legs are shorter than average too, so it seems to be an ideal place for me - AND I can read the labels with it there!
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Do report back on your experience, please. |
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