accuratemac
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My RV-7A front panel is finally up and running. N2879RB
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MY RV-7A Panel is finally coming together
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the_other_dougreeves
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I like the setup. I haven't decided on a G430 + SL40 or a G300XL + SL30. I suppose I like the redundancy of two boxes with IFR approach capability.
Some questions, though, as I'm trying to sift through everyone else's good ideas to get my own
* Why mix Dynon and AFS in the panel?
* Why use a mechanical CDI when the Dynon has a HSI? (My thinking is that the Dynon HSI is rather small, but then it goes away when you don't need it).
* Why not 2.25" backups? If you use a 2.25" T&B (e.g., TruTrak unit), all three will fit directly under the Dynon. I suppose if you fly a lot of IFR, the 3 1/8" gauges will be much easier to cross check against the Dynon.
Some questions, though, as I'm trying to sift through everyone else's good ideas to get my own
* Why mix Dynon and AFS in the panel?
* Why use a mechanical CDI when the Dynon has a HSI? (My thinking is that the Dynon HSI is rather small, but then it goes away when you don't need it).
* Why not 2.25" backups? If you use a 2.25" T&B (e.g., TruTrak unit), all three will fit directly under the Dynon. I suppose if you fly a lot of IFR, the 3 1/8" gauges will be much easier to cross check against the Dynon.
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andrew phillips
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Why can't I see the picture?
I can't seem to see the picture when I am in this thread. Is there a trick?
I can't seem to see the picture when I am in this thread. Is there a trick?
the_other_dougreeves said:
The 300XL is on the latest list from the FAA as being non-compliant.
see
http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=18028
the_other_dougreeves
Well Known Member
I know, but I've got to think that this will get fixed somehow. Either way, I have time before I have to commit and spend the $$.nucleus said:
BrickPilot
Active Member
Beautiful and inspiring!
LettersFromFlyoverCountry
Well Known Member
You know, I find myself adding up the the $ as I look at each component when I look at panels these days. I usually get about halfway across -- left to right -- before I get depressed.
pierre smith
Well Known Member
Not really
Bob, no need for any depression just yet.
An Enigma has Flight instruments, GPS and all the engine monitoring gauges for around $3,600. A 430 and SL 30 is nice but not necessary. An SL 40 comm and a Transponder don't add that much more.
If you'll build a removable face on your panel, the upgrades can be easily made as funds permit.
PM me for more info on the Enigma.
Regards,
Pierre
Bob Collins said:You know, I find myself adding up the the $ as I look at each component when I look at panels these days. I usually get about halfway across -- left to right -- before I get depressed.
Bob, no need for any depression just yet.
An Enigma has Flight instruments, GPS and all the engine monitoring gauges for around $3,600. A 430 and SL 30 is nice but not necessary. An SL 40 comm and a Transponder don't add that much more.
If you'll build a removable face on your panel, the upgrades can be easily made as funds permit.
PM me for more info on the Enigma.
Regards,
Pierre
