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Forum: Off Topic Discussions Today, 03:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 974
Posted By Tim Hancock
I listened to a guy with many hours in this type...

I listened to a guy with many hours in this type airplane.... Apparently this aircraft when loaded to near max weight and running on only one engine will not climb when dirty with gear and flaps...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 12-18-2025, 09:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 753
Posted By Tim Hancock
I have always been a bit of a daredevil in life...

I have always been a bit of a daredevil in life and have skied since I was 5 years old. Unfortunately most of that has only been in Michigan where there are not really any long + steep runs to go...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 12-17-2025, 03:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 725
Posted By Tim Hancock
Very interesting... Thanks for posting!

Very interesting... Thanks for posting!
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 12-15-2025, 11:41 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 1,922
Posted By Tim Hancock
Brubaker Box.... weird looking ...

Brubaker Box.... weird looking

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads26/Brubaker_Box_Sport_Van1765827666.jpg
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 12-01-2025, 09:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 583
Posted By Tim Hancock
Androids for me. I had multiple Motorola phone...

Androids for me. I had multiple Motorola phone over the years... This go around I got a Pixel 9 Pro. Works good... no complaints.
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-29-2025, 10:57 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,140
Posted By Tim Hancock
I had a '72 240z in college. It was an auto and...

I had a '72 240z in college. It was an auto and I swapped in a manual. Loved that car and auto crossed it often. Being an Ohio car it had rust issues that I was not equipped to handle properly at...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-26-2025, 09:52 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 11,104
Posted By Tim Hancock
Thanks for the numbers guys.

Thanks for the numbers guys.
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-26-2025, 07:58 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 11,104
Posted By Tim Hancock
What are some current numbers for monthly health...

What are some current numbers for monthly health insurance these days?
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-26-2025, 05:11 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 11,104
Posted By Tim Hancock
The health insurance will likely put the stop to...

The health insurance will likely put the stop to my dream. My wife will be 65 when I am 62 so she should be good, but I guess I would have to pay for 3 years of health insurance. Probably too...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-26-2025, 03:58 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 11,104
Posted By Tim Hancock
All I dream about these days is retirement. So...

All I dream about these days is retirement. So many hobbies and projects. Did not do too well in the early years but have been maxing my 401k for a bit now. Had planned for 65 but now really...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-25-2025, 04:55 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
I have both a steamer and a heat gun. I think...

I have both a steamer and a heat gun. I think the heat gun will help it but when I hold this piece in place on the boat, it looked just fine as it is. I really want this interior to look brand new...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-23-2025, 03:37 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
Got the long port bolster stretched and stapled...

Got the long port bolster stretched and stapled on. Not perfect as there is a slight loose spot in a corner but I don't think anyone will notice once it is re-installed in the boat. Probably have...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-23-2025, 11:43 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
Finally got one of the side bolsters sewn up. I...

Finally got one of the side bolsters sewn up. I had no idea it would be so difficult. Many pieces and a complex shap at the front. What makes it tough is the welting that has to be sewn along the...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-18-2025, 01:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 347
Posted By Tim Hancock
I have thousands of aircraft rivets in all sorts...

I have thousands of aircraft rivets in all sorts of sizes.

FWIW...

McMaster Carr c'sink rivets are probably only offered in 78 degree aluminum.
Where as AN426 "countersunk" rivets have a...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-18-2025, 10:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 347
Posted By Tim Hancock
Why not just buy flat or dome rivets? ...

Why not just buy flat or dome rivets?

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/hapages/solidalumrivets.php
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-09-2025, 10:07 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
3rd cushion done.... The aft center bottom with...

3rd cushion done.... The aft center bottom with multiple colors it ended up needing a new base also which I made from 1/2" pvc. This one took me about 8 hrs. Gotta get more efficient at this,... I...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-06-2025, 02:52 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,233
Posted By Tim Hancock
Awesome buys and repairs!!!!

Awesome buys and repairs!!!!
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-04-2025, 07:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,233
Posted By Tim Hancock
I bought my 40' motorhome from CoPart with a...

I bought my 40' motorhome from CoPart with a salvage title. After fixing it Ohio required me to get it inspected by a Highway Patrol inspection location and after passing that, I was able to get an...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-03-2025, 01:28 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
I actually have thought about reupholstering my...

I actually have thought about reupholstering my 911's and my 944 turbo's original seats at some point. Both have aftermarket seats presently. I dont have handle on how the auto seats actually...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-02-2025, 06:17 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
Patterning and sewing of second cover went a...

Patterning and sewing of second cover went a little quicker. It came out perfect. Starting to get the hang of this. Tight corners with a wadded up piece of stiff vinyl takes some care, patience...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-01-2025, 01:05 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
It is a bit weird as from what I can see the...

It is a bit weird as from what I can see the larger bases are all good. These two bases are at the rear corners. When I get to the larger bases, if they are indeed solid, I will coat them with...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-01-2025, 12:40 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
Yep, I carefully mark then cut the old cushions...

Yep, I carefully mark then cut the old cushions apart at the main seams and mark them carefully noting if there is any too stitching. I then transfer the pattern adding 1/2" at all seams. I sew...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 11-01-2025, 11:25 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
Thanks guys.... It is not rocket science, but it...

Thanks guys.... It is not rocket science, but it definitely seems to be a bit of an art.... Unfortunately I am not an artist. :)

Starting on the opposite side bottom cushion now. Seat bottom is...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 10-31-2025, 05:31 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,000
Posted By Tim Hancock
First small boat cushion done.... Took me all day...

First small boat cushion done.... Took me all day to do it and I had to also make a new seat bottom out of 1/2" pvc board as the original plywood was rotted. Not perfect, but not bad for a rookie. ...
Forum: Off Topic Discussions 10-27-2025, 06:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 659
Posted By Tim Hancock
My brother in law used to work on an oil baron's...

My brother in law used to work on an oil baron's ranch in Texas. He always brought home coolers full of wild hog meat when he came home to visit.
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