Congratulations, it looks awesome :-)
Congratulations, it looks awesome :-)
[QUOTE=Geowitz;27690]
Some more thoughts upon reflection...
- Idle speed set too high. On the ground it was about 1800, but in the air it was hard to get below 2100. Couple that with wanting to keep a tight pattern and it made for a quick approach. Will dial idle down to 1600 and try again.
George,
Thanks for the update. Your comments regarding idle speed are pertinent. Mine is a bit too low and I haven't adjusted it yet. On three or four of my landings during Phase I, the engine actually quit as I touched - I guess the moving air kept the prop spinning to a point. The problem was that the engine didn't start readily and I don't want a situation where I was dead on the threshold with other traffic coming in. A friend has his Model IV set way low, but he has the procedure in place to goose it a bit right at the flair and has had no problems. Too much speed at idle can introduce issues as you mention.
Lowell
Congrats George very well done.
this thread really motivates me to get my project finished.
Geo, I've been down your way several time to Statesboro and Hinesville. I do plan a cross country to Statesboro next fall in my SS.
Would like to see you and your Speedster.
Tommy Walker in Alabama
All of your hard work has been rewarded... BIG TIME!! Congratulations on a job well done!!! You two look great together in the air!!
Great job Geowitz! Thanks for the videos.
Stan Inzer
912 ULS
Dynon Skyview 10"
N599KF
Great colors and scheme... Sketchy landing! I am envious of your build...
Cheers to you on a great job! You now have that WOW feeling of flying your pride and joy!
Happy flying!
Dan
Congrats Goewitz on the first flight, plane looks very nice great job. Even though it's been a few days the grin is still on your face!!!! Good first landing, reminds me of mine, good luck and safe flying.
Thanks guys.
A few more videos. Sorry for the shakes. My cameraman needs some practice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXSecl8bXag&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qocVf9gec48&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_YsGDPXlR4&feature=plcp
So far I've been able to get about 110mph indicated cruise with WOT(wide open throttle) and pitching the prop to keep rpms around 4850. Should be able to squeeze a little more out of it as I have a little more boost available and I still haven't been able to play with it much to see what rpms give the best thrust. Also, I do NOT have lift strut fairings so I am expecting at least another 10mph.
Last edited by Geowitz; 12-09-2012 at 01:25 PM.