Tip: How I Installed My Pitot

[jmartinez443]

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

[G-force]

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]

Originally Posted by jmartinez443

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]

Originally Posted by G-force

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]

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