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Forum: ADS-B 05-06-2015, 04:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,692
Posted By alexw
SkyRadar ads-b

Has anyone connected a Skyradar-DX to a 430W?

I have an older Sport WS. GRT claims that it will work with their unit through a serial port. I would also like traffic displayed on the 430W like Mods...
Forum: My RV Build Project 03-31-2014, 05:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,515
Posted By alexw
Scott, stop by Riverview Airport. Saturday...

Scott, stop by Riverview Airport. Saturday mornings are best. We have 3 completed RV9A's.
Forum: GPS 02-27-2014, 05:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,517
Posted By alexw
I had problems that sounds very similiar with my...

I had problems that sounds very similiar with my 430W. It was too far out of warranty for Garmin to cover it. I replaced the antenna over a year ago and it has worked fine since.
Forum: GPS 11-22-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,019
Posted By alexw
gps signal loss

Did you figure out why you keep losing the gps signal?

I have been having similar issues. At one time I thought that the avionics shop did a master reset fixed it. It did for 1 1/2 years now it has...
Forum: GPS 09-26-2011, 06:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,019
Posted By alexw
I had similair issues with my 430W. I moved my...

I had similair issues with my 430W. I moved my antenna aft of the canopy and this helped, but it would still happen. I then had some kind of heat issue or at least the 430W thought so. It would warm...
Forum: Glass Cockpit 05-26-2011, 05:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,216
Posted By alexw
Last night I made sure the canopy was closed. The...

Last night I made sure the canopy was closed. The first calibration the error improved so that it was 10 degrees off. So I did it a second time and it is within 5 degrees!

I had problems with this...
Forum: Glass Cockpit 05-24-2011, 11:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,216
Posted By alexw
GRT Magentometer calibration

Has anyone have their heading/magnetometer calibration change?

I have been flying with it in my RV-9A for 3 years and the heading always made sense. Since the last AHRS upgrade, I did a...
Forum: Instrument Flight Rules 02-23-2010, 05:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,506
Posted By alexw
I took my check ride in my RV-9A last month.

I took my check ride in my RV-9A last month.
Forum: Glass Cockpit 12-02-2009, 06:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 886
Posted By alexw
Altitude control with GRT, 430W and TT

I have been having problems with controlling the altitude using GRT Sport, Garmin 430W and TruTrak with GPSS. According to GRT I should be able to set my altitude on the GRT and the autopilot will...
Forum: GPS 10-12-2009, 05:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,019
Posted By alexw
I have had a couple of those messages. Once while...

I have had a couple of those messages. Once while in actual IFR!

I spoke with Stark Avionics and they claim that the location of my WAAS GPS antennea is the problem. I have it mounted under the...
Forum: Electrical Systems 12-05-2008, 05:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,642
Posted By alexw
I used the switched circuit breakers because it...

I used the switched circuit breakers because it takes less panel space than a switch and a circuit breaker to control the same load. I think the switched circuit breakers have a rated mechanical life...
Forum: Instrument Flight Rules 09-22-2008, 06:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,974
Posted By alexw
Homebuilt IFR Equipment

Has anyone successfully and legally documented their own equipment for IFR use?

The local airports have VOR/DME approaches. I do not have a TSO'd DME nor a TSO'd GPS. I do have a built-in GPS in my...
Forum: GPS 09-17-2008, 06:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,525
Posted By alexw
Thank you for the replies. I do have an auto...

Thank you for the replies.

I do have an auto pilot. I have the Sport from GRT. It is great. I have been practicing navigation with the VOR display on it. Using my Garmin SL-30 and taking advantage...
Forum: GPS 09-16-2008, 06:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,525
Posted By alexw
GPS for IFR

I am starting IFR training. I screwed up in my avionics design by not installing a TSO'd GPS. I have a GPS in the EFIS from Grand Rapids Technology. I do have VOR on a Sl-30 Nav/Comm.

The Garmin...
Forum: RV-9/9A 02-26-2008, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,153
Posted By alexw
Windshield Fairing RV-9A

I have a gap between the front skin and the windshield on the sides that is large enough to put my fingers through. I have the windshield screwed onto the roll bar. Reading some previous posts, guys...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-23-2008, 05:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,285
Posted By alexw
I would be interested. I am a few weeks away from...

I would be interested. I am a few weeks away from glassing in my windshield.
Forum: Midwest 12-10-2007, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,440
Posted By alexw
I am building in Jenison. There are 3 of us in...

I am building in Jenison. There are 3 of us in various stages of a RV-9A at Riverview airport (08C) in the Chapter 145 Eaa hanger. Stop by sometime. Saturdays are a good day to visit.
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