Radio Package

[Scott]

Hi All

I posted my radio package fabrication for your viewing pleasure:

https://c-fclr.blogspot.ca/p/map.html

S

[Mike S]

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I've been glancing at that vacant hole in my BC12 and thought that'd be a good spot for a radio, looks real good, Scott.

[mike lutz]

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The mark of a true craftsman! Very well done!

[Peterroy]

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Nice job. I just finished building one myself using the TRIG 91 as well. I have to admit though, the "innards" in mine are not as neat and tidy as yours. I've got wires going all over the place. I put mine in a project box I bought at Fry's Electronic's store.

Fearing a high power draw, I did not install the TRIG transponder.

The unit is powered by a 12volt battery similar to what is used in an emergency exit sign. Only cost about $20 on Amazon.

The battery is secured (but easily removed) in the sling behind the pilot. The radio sits on my seat and I rest my had on it -- finger on the PPT. All the wires feeding the radio come from behind the pilot (power, PPT, antenna, headset). By doing this, I have no wires dangling on or near the panel.

What I like most about this radio is the tactile feel of the knobs. Unlike pushing buttons on a handheld radio, this works and feels like a panel mounted radio. It also has the frequency flip/flop switch which I find myself using more and more. (As in: "LA Center, what was that frequency again?")

[Mike S]

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I'll be using a handheld for now ... what are people using for antennas? There's already a hole in my roof from the previous owner's efforts, so I'm fairly sure I'll mount something there.

[M Towsley]

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Mike, this has been covered many, many times. Just search for antenna or external antenna, etc. Here is my post from years ago: http://vb.taylorcraft.org/showthread...ternal+antenna

[Peterroy]

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I use the AAE (Advanced Aircraft Electronics) antenna. It is expensive, but doesn't require a ground plane and is hidden inside the fuselage. So far I haven't had any problems.

[Mike S]

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I use the AAE (Advanced Aircraft Electronics) antenna

I like the idea of having the antenna on the inside and will give this a serious look. Thanks for the tip.
Would you have a photo of where and how you mounted your antenna, Peter?

[3Dreaming]

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I mounted one like this glued onto a wooden slat mounted in the aft fuselage on a clip wing. IIRC I used an Adel clamp to and bottom.

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/avpages/antennasystems.php

[Scott]

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I use the AAE (Advanced Aircraft Electronics) antenna. It is expensive, but doesn't require a ground plane and is hidden inside the fuselage. So far I haven't had any problems.

Glad to hear it works! I installed one of these as well

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l7C4LzBDI6Q/VhGoTmcwOeI/AAAAAAAAB2k/cS4mJhrGNTw/s1600/DSCN3760.JPG

[Peterroy]

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Mike,

My installation is similar to Scott's, except I used zip ties to affix it to the wood.

[mikerice]

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Scott,

I see a black plastic cord used to tie the wood stringer to your fuselage structure. I have used it before, but can't come up with a proper name for it. I'd link to order some on Aircraft Spruce.

Do you you know the name to search for? I am really looking for something that is heat resistant.

[3Dreaming]

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Scott,

I see a black plastic cord used to tie the wood stringer to your fuselage structure. I have used it before, but can't come up with a proper name for it. I'd link to order some on Aircraft Spruce.

Do you you know the name to search for? I am really looking for something that is heat resistant.

Mike,

He used black cable ties. I think what you are asking about is this stuff. http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...clickkey=13003

[Scott]

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It's called koroseal and used to be the mainstay before tyraps came along. Not sure what the temperature range is but I've used it in engine compartments without issue. Won't tolerate contact with exhaust components though.

I rarely use tyraps but when I do I use Thomas &Betts. They have a metal tab and don't turn brittle as quickly as the others.

Just checked my roll of koroseal and it says it meets FAR 25.853B. That may give you a temperature spec.

[LostnSpace]

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It's called koroseal and used to be the mainstay before traps came along. Not sure what the temperature range is but I've used it in engine compartments without issue. Won't tolerate contact with exhaust components though.

I rarely use traps but when I do I use Thomas &Betts. They have a metal tab and don't turn brittle as quickly as the others.

Just checked my roll of koroseal and it says it meets FAR 25.853B. That may give you a temperature spec.

That reminds me of when I was with Erickson Air Crane, I was working on an engine of a C-46 and the DOM sent 2 new A&P's out to "help", neither of them had worked on a radial engine, so they were excited, I showed them how to wrap the Koroseal, and they got busy and so did I, we all got in the cockpit and I showed them how to start the engine,s, run it up til warm and shut down, walking under the engine we looked up and some of the Koroseal had been wrapped a little too close to the exhaust and it melted the half closest to the exhaust and the other half was still tight on the wire bundle, thanks for the memories, gary