Recent content by jbarrass

Every plane I've owned has been a project, and it's been great. The key me thinks is to start out with a straight airframe without significant corrosion, those make it to hard to rehabilitate. As to the semantics, I think restoration is not really the idea here, I think that's reserved for...

It's a win-win. But to be a good partner, keep it very clean, appropriately full of gas, and help with the scheduled maintenance. And from time-to-time, offer to chip in for an upgrade or something. Of course, take him flying sometimes in his plane till he gets his certificate.

Nice, it's all about the crispy skin in my world.

Like flyingron, did a whole pig. Here's a before and after pic,

He'll go to jail for the fraud and ID theft. Not enough info to determine if it was the cause of the fatality but he's accused of faking his credentials.

I like Blackstone. The analyst comments add value.

Adding a thought, most of what is being recommended will also allow you to remove your vacuum system and save 10-12 lbs. along with some potential maintenance.

I haven't seen this in years, but dinosaurs are real and still exist. It was not uncommon in the first year or two, but all of the flight schools or clubs around me have had a chance to learn the rules and are OK with BM A very important aspect of clubs & partnerships is compatibility with the...

Prostate cancer? No problem driving, but the FAA said I was apparently an unacceptable risk of sudden incapacitation and ineligible to fly even though it was treated and eliminated. But through the kindness of their blessed little hearts they gave me an SI and told me to check back in often...

Some smart guys will be along shortly with more definitive answers, but they will need to know what the substance is and if it was alcohol, what is the relevant if any BAC. No need to share with us unwashed masses though. The next step is a Consultation (without completing a MedExpress) with...

Nashville is a great city, an amazing city, but it's not a BBQ city. I just have a need to say the best BBQ on earth is Woodyard in KC.

I don't always carry a knife anymore, but I frequently do. I keep a spot on my nightstand for my wallet, phone, keys, and knife. Each morning I decide my plan for the day and load my pockets accordingly. When in doubt I throw it in my pocket, which happens a lot since that decision comes...

That black crud is almost certainly going to block the drain holes.

I was in Scouts, both my kids (1 girl, 1 boy) are too. Couple thoughts. Scouting is not really coed, there are separate boy and girl troops. My son, loved it, especially the high adventure camps, Philmont twice, Northern Tier, and Seabase. My daughter loves it too. especially the shooting...

As bad as Apple is, MS is worse. I've forgotten my Microsoft account P/W a few times. I never us it because it sux, but sometimes you're forced to and have to start over with a new account.