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    Electronic ignition

    Hello fellow pilots, I have a 1958 C-172. Over the years it has been modified with 180hp o-360, constant speed prop and STOL kit. Annual is due in December. I’m wondering if you folks have an opinion on electronic ignition. There is nothing wrong with the airplane, just looking to improve the...
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    Drag

    Hello fellow aviators, I own a C-172 With a 180hp Lycoming and CS prop. The wheel pants have never been installed. Are there any numbers that show the efficiency one would expect in airspeed and fuel savings with the pants installed? Thank you in advance.
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    Weatherstripping

    Scope creep!! I like it.
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    Weatherstripping

    @thomasdr72, thank you, I ordered the seals from aircraftdoorseals today. I appreciate the advice. All I wanted to do was replace the hinge pins, they were showing signs of rust and corrosion. Being detail obsessed, it turned into a full refurbishing of both doors. Almost complete once the seals...
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    Weatherstripping

    Thank you sir, it pays to check the bottom page of a google search. Found it this evening. Just a tad spendy but quality is worth it.
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    Weatherstripping

    Thanks gentlemen, I checked three auto parts stores in my area. Just car and camper stuff. I see a couple of online possibilities. I’ll share my results.
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    Weatherstripping

    Hello everyone, I’m replacing the window weatherstripping on my c-172. One supplier has a kit, but has a few one star reviews. Any leads you may have would be appreciated. I like to do things once. Not cheap out and have to do again. Thank you.
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