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by Diamond_Dan
Sat Nov 20, 2021 8:38 pm
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: G1000 NXi Phase III
Replies: 110
Views: 59885

Re: G1000 NXi Phase III

I'm rather curious as to the discussion on the DA-40-180 XLT. I hadn't heard that they were even doing NXi upgrades for the DA-40-180s, much less that there would be a Phase 3. Heck, I don't believe we have even an update for the original G1000 past the "0321.23" release from December 201...
by Diamond_Dan
Mon Nov 15, 2021 1:58 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Heater lever changes the altitude
Replies: 12
Views: 2372

Re: Heater lever changes the altitude

There is a good article in the March, 2021 issue of EAA Sport Aviation on pitot/static issues, which gives an example which duplicated your symptoms exactly. Static line leak within the cabin was the cause. I found the article - interesting - may also be the cause of my low IAS after installing the...
by Diamond_Dan
Mon Nov 15, 2021 1:39 pm
Forum: Lycoming
Topic: SureFly Electronic Ignition
Replies: 193
Views: 109728

Re: SureFly Electronic Ignition

And I am not impressed with the SureFly so far. My cylinders run hotter now but seem to produce less power so I am running richer to keep them cool. MPG drop! I fixed a static leak and I believe my IAS has gone up a bit which may have been the cause of the efficiency drop. It's a bit hard to tell p...
by Diamond_Dan
Sat Nov 06, 2021 7:30 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Kap140 trim fail and other AP anomolies
Replies: 13
Views: 4143

Re: Kap140 trim fail and other AP anomolies

I would bet that is it a bad trim servo. I replaced two so far in 1,600 hours. Maybe it's been three. What was the process to replace the servo? Did you replace entirely or try to overhaul? Was it expensive? If you are anywhere near KHYA I highly recommend working with Bob Griffin at Griffin Avioni...
by Diamond_Dan
Mon Oct 25, 2021 12:28 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Fuel pressure sensor one more time
Replies: 7
Views: 1499

Re: Fuel pressure sensor one more time

Swapping the sensors probably works because they are re-engaging the contacts and those can get loose and stop transmitting. Colin - I think it is more than that. I was having false low fuel pressure alerts (G1000) and re-seated the connector several times which did not fix the problem. Not until p...
by Diamond_Dan
Sat Oct 23, 2021 8:24 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Water leak in DA40XL
Replies: 13
Views: 2950

Re: Water leak in DA40XL

I have some cracks in the caulk around the same rear window. is there a special procedure or material to use? Can any shop do it?
by Diamond_Dan
Fri Oct 22, 2021 2:40 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Seat cushion options
Replies: 15
Views: 5238

Re: Seat cushion options

I second the Oregon Aero cushions. I am 5'9+" and use the 1" with standard lumbar support. My wife (not a pilot) is 5' and uses the 2". They also have a 1/2" but will make to a custom thickness if you ask. Great company. 5 years and would purchase again in a heartbeat. My daughte...
by Diamond_Dan
Fri Oct 15, 2021 10:39 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Diamond announces an electric DA40
Replies: 35
Views: 5431

Re: Diamond announces an electric DA40

We already have a lot of FBOs that grew out of flight schools, so it's not unreasonable to imagine that some of the folks who buy the electric Diamonds will eventually want to provide charging services to anyone else flying in with a compatible system. I have a 220V outlet in my hangar. If an elect...
by Diamond_Dan
Tue Oct 05, 2021 8:19 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Temporary ADS-B for DA40XLS
Replies: 10
Views: 1722

Re: Temporary ADS-B for DA40XLS

You can request a temporary exemption for a flight.

https://www.faa.gov/nextgen/equipadsb/adapt/
by Diamond_Dan
Sun Oct 03, 2021 5:38 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Alternator slow to wake up
Replies: 15
Views: 2500

Re: Alternator slow to wake up

Update on this one. After squaring away the SureFly issues last winter, my mechanic checked out the charging system and couldn't find anything wrong with it. Of course he could not re-create the problem. He said next thing he would do is replace the voltage regulator if I wanted. Either the problem ...