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jmartinez443 12-22-2007 09:03 PM

Tip: How I Installed My Pitot
 
Click here to see how I mounted my Gretz pitot: http://rv8alog.com/wings/pitot_static/pitot-static.htm

G-force 12-22-2007 09:17 PM

One thing to note...if the thread you cut on the bulkhead extend past the end of the plasti tube, there will probaly be a leak down in the thread. Perhaps seal the edge with some RTV or proseal.

Rick6a 12-23-2007 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by jmartinez443 (Post 182677)
Click here to see how I mounted my Gretz pitot: http://rv8alog.com/wings/pitot_static/pitot-static.htm

Jorge,

I really like the idea of using an AN807 hose adapter. I'm going to try it this time around. On the -6A, I had a pro come out and run a check on the static/pitot system prior to first flight and he discovered a slow leak. It took well over an hour of his paid time unbuttoning this and that before the source of the leak was finally discovered...the flare I made on the plastic tube joining it and the soft aluminum tube as inspired by a tip I read in the RVator. The AN807 seems a more elegant solution. Thanks for sharing.

jmartinez443 12-23-2007 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by G-force (Post 182681)
One thing to note...if the thread you cut on the bulkhead extend past the end of the plasti tube, there will probaly be a leak down in the thread. Perhaps seal the edge with some RTV or proseal.

That's a good tip and cheap insurance. I'll do that.

tonyjohnson 12-23-2007 08:02 AM

you go jorge
 
Jorge,

It looks like you have your project here in the Orlando area now and working away on it. Thanks for the info about how to install the gretz pitot tube. When I get to that point in my project I will give you a call. I will be working on my project over the holidays, if you want to stop by and visit you are welcome, just give me a call.

Tony


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