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    Video system

    Wondering if anyone has any experience installing a video system in a Super Decathlon. Looking for a reasonable compromise of cost/quality for personal flight recordings. Portable DVR, camcorder, bullet camera, mounting options??? Anys suggestions/advise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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    Paint/temperature limitations

    Have a 2008 Super Decathlon. While reading on the internet I came across some cold weather operations from Mike Goulian's website. Specifically they do not allow acro with their 2008 Super Decathlon below 20F and won't allow it to fly < 5F due to a concern/risk of paint cracking. Anybody...
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    winterization baffle

    Any recommendations what outside temp to install the oil cooler winterization baffle for a 8KCAB? Local temps about 47 now but noticed that oil temp at lower power settings (in the pattern) only about 130 - 140 degrees. During the 60 - 70 degree days, oil temps were about 180. Assume the...
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    8KCAB wheel landing tips

    Really enjoy reading the posts as a new owner. Without debating the merits of 3 point vs wheel landings, what specific technique factors optimize wheel landing the Super Decathlon. ? speeds. ? maintain power down final; ? add power in the flare to help arrest descent; ? power off like a...
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    Fuel stains

    Have a couple fuel stains on the under surface of the wing behind the fuel vent. Any good tricks or solvents to try? Thanks
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    Hooker competition harness

    Looking to upgrade from the standard harness to a Hooker competition harness for a 2008 Super Decathlon. Anybody have any experience with this change? Difficulty? Tips for install? Thanks.
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