Recent content by CareBear

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Problem solved. Bad Alternator Control Unit.

Interesting info. I had the alternator tested and it is ok. I also replaced the wiring connector to the alternator.

Cessna 172S, 2000 Model. This is a continuous problem. I noticed it about a week ago during my night currency. All lights in the panel flickers. I turned off all non-essentials and the flicker continued. While checking it during the day the same thing happens. Even if I turn everything off it...

I have a problem that I have not been able to diagnose. When flying, any lights I have on will flicker along with the vacuum gauge, ammeter, and digital clock. With all lights and radios off, the flicker is present (indicated by the flickering ammeter. I pulled the alternator to have it tested...

Wow! I had forgotten about this. The plane is a 2000 model with a single axis KAP 140. It also has a KLN-94 and a KMD-550. What I really wanted was to get GPS Steering (alt hold and preselect would be a plus). Thanks

My landing light has blown out for the second time in a year. I currently use 4597 for landing and 4587 for taxi lights. I am considering getting HID lights. Anyone have experience with HID lights and which ones to buy? I am also thinking about putting a set of lights in the right wing. Is...

I need a KAP 140 Autopilot part number 065-00176-7904. Thanks. Never mind...it won't work in my plane.

See this thread. http://forums.aopa.org/showthread.php?t=51994&highlight=carebear

Is the KLN94 a "direct" replacement for the KLN89B? Will there have to be any rewiring or other instrument replacements to get the KLN94 to function as it should? Thanks

Congratulations, Pilot !!!