Gash
Well Known Member
I just got my repaired exhaust back from Allan at Antisplat Aero. Background: 4 days ago I discovered that my crank case vacuum valve fitting had cracked completely off of the exhause pipe. Please click here to see the original thread.
Here are my observations.
1. The original cracked weld wasn't Antisplat Aero's fault--it was my original welder's mistake that caused the problem. Although the original weld looked nice, it was done too hot which caused weakness in the metal. Despite this, Allan offered to repair it at no cost. I am very happy with his kindness and customer service.
2. The new welding looks beautiful and I'm sure it will outlast the airplane. Allan shortened the length of the weld-in tube since it doesn't need to be so long (too much length amplifies vibration effects, of course). He also welded on a couple of gussets which look nice and sturdy. I spoke with Allan on the phone today, and he explained that *this* is the right way to do it. See the photos below for the "approved solution" on how the installation should look.
3. Finally, I tried to order one of their axle wrenches earlier this week to put in with the return shipment, but they wouldn't let me pay for it! Yep, Allan threw in one of his wrenches for free. Wow!
Thank you Allan and James for the excellent repair, quick turnaround, customer service and generosity. I am a loyal customer for life! Now I'm looking forward to the RV-8 gust lock--that will be my next purchase.
Here are my observations.
1. The original cracked weld wasn't Antisplat Aero's fault--it was my original welder's mistake that caused the problem. Although the original weld looked nice, it was done too hot which caused weakness in the metal. Despite this, Allan offered to repair it at no cost. I am very happy with his kindness and customer service.
2. The new welding looks beautiful and I'm sure it will outlast the airplane. Allan shortened the length of the weld-in tube since it doesn't need to be so long (too much length amplifies vibration effects, of course). He also welded on a couple of gussets which look nice and sturdy. I spoke with Allan on the phone today, and he explained that *this* is the right way to do it. See the photos below for the "approved solution" on how the installation should look.
3. Finally, I tried to order one of their axle wrenches earlier this week to put in with the return shipment, but they wouldn't let me pay for it! Yep, Allan threw in one of his wrenches for free. Wow!
Thank you Allan and James for the excellent repair, quick turnaround, customer service and generosity. I am a loyal customer for life! Now I'm looking forward to the RV-8 gust lock--that will be my next purchase.
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