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    Dawley Exhaust

    I sent a low time 8GCBC exhaust system to Dawley because of a leak at the bead clamps. Thinking since they were the original builder I might get a better job than the local shop. There turn around time was only a day, the bad news is now the cowl wont go on because the outlet is in the wrong...
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    8GCBC Nav Antenna Challenge

    After cutting into the vertical stab of a late model Scout to install the new Comant 157P. I find the holes in the mount are not only the wrong size but are wider apart than the holes in the antenna by about 1/8 inch. :shock: A simple job turned ugly, as they often can. :cry: I am...
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    Throttle Interference

    99-8GCBC I am surprised there is not an SDR on this. The muffler shroud outlet for the rear seat heater is at such an angle it allows the scat tubing to rub on the edge of the carburetor as well as interfere with the throttle arm. There is no way to rotate the shroud because of the tight fit...
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    Thrust Line

    Jerry there is a lot of work going on with Super Cubs, changing the -4 thrust line to zero with claims of 30% shorter take off. What is the 8GCBC thrust line? Any comments on what playing with thrust line on the Scout may or may not do?
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    In-flight adjustable cowl flap

    I am contemplating developing a cable adjustable cowl flap for the 8GCBC. Unless someone already has one, any info would be great to have. Also would any one else want one?
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    8GCBC Gear Flutter

    I just installed a set of BushWheels upon reaching 104 knots the gear legs begin to flutter. You can feel it in both seats, looking outside they appear to be moving about 3/8 of an inch and at a rate of about 350 times per minute. Any cause for alarm? The shake get worse as speed increases..
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    Tundra Tires

    Does any one have info on putting tundra tires on an 8gcbc. The Bushwheel seem's way to expensive. Are 26x10.5x6 Goodyears available? Any STCs for this size? Any info or opinions would be appreciated
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