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by Diamond_Dan
Fri Jan 10, 2025 6:29 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: KAP 140 manual electric trim
Replies: 3
Views: 1486

Re: KAP 140 manual electric trim

There is no lag or delay in activation for the electric trim on my airplane either. Steve gives a good list of suspects and I have a couple of comments. Fortunately I have a KAP guru nearby at KHYA (Griffin Avionics). Other shops in the region will often defer to them for issues.

The trim switch ...
by Diamond_Dan
Tue Jun 04, 2024 4:58 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Tug for DA40 NG
Replies: 19
Views: 7920

Re: Tug for DA40 NG

Just bought a B4 for my DA40. I have only used it once, but wow it worked great. I justified it based on ease of use and wing clearance. Damage a wingtip and the price difference evaporates. One plus for the upsell, it seems they will throw in some goodies to sweeten the deal so be sure to start the ...
by Diamond_Dan
Fri May 10, 2024 12:37 pm
Forum: Public forum
Topic: Which GIA63w?
Replies: 16
Views: 10800

Re: Which GIA63w?

I have a 2004 with KAP140 and GIA63W upgrade. I get more precise glideslope tracking with ILS than LPV which can wander, getting worse as I approach the runway. I hand fly if it gets too sloppy which is not much trouble with this wonderful aircraft. I think trying to get better performance out of ...
by Diamond_Dan
Mon Apr 01, 2024 12:04 am
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: IO-360 with intermittant oil pressure reading
Replies: 9
Views: 2117

Re: IO-360 with intermittant oil pressure reading

You might find this thread helpful. I believe the sensor is the same as used for fuel.
viewtopic.php?t=3671
by Diamond_Dan
Fri Feb 16, 2024 5:31 pm
Forum: DA62 Forum
Topic: DA62 Tie down rope length
Replies: 4
Views: 6006

Re: DA62 Tie down rope length

Been very happy with my slidedown tie down. Has never slipped.
They will make them to any length.
https://slidedown.com/
by Diamond_Dan
Thu Feb 08, 2024 6:34 pm
Forum: DA42 Forum
Topic: Rear door seal replacement?
Replies: 7
Views: 2803

Re: Rear door seal replacement?

Check the caulk seal around the rear window too.
by Diamond_Dan
Wed Feb 07, 2024 5:11 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: ADS-B poorly understood
Replies: 1
Views: 605

Re: ADS-B poorly understood

Rich you are a gem and and asset not only to Diamond pilots but to GA everywhere. Thank you.
by Diamond_Dan
Wed Jan 24, 2024 8:29 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Tanis engine heater for Lycoming: Love it or not?
Replies: 21
Views: 4346

Re: Tanis engine heater for Lycoming: Love it or not?

+1 for these comments, great product. You will want to use cowl plugs and a blanket, especially if outside. I try to run it at least 4-6 hours before startup but 2 should work if it is not much below freezing.
by Diamond_Dan
Wed Jan 10, 2024 3:19 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Nose gear recurring AD
Replies: 133
Views: 76193

Re: Nose gear recurring AD

astaib wrote: Wed Jan 10, 2024 2:20 pm
Cost is 3200 euros for the part only...
What did you get for a lead time?

Pardon my ignorance, but with the new part, is the annual die penetration test still required?
by Diamond_Dan
Wed Jan 10, 2024 1:43 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Donations
Replies: 36
Views: 38424

Re: Donations

Done - Thank you for everything.