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Good morning! Can anyone provide some pictures of the heel brake pedals in their aircraft?Are the forward and aft pedals the same?Thank you for any assistance!John BergesonNC27206Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Ahrens Sep 17.
Parts availability for a new Porterfield operator?
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Good morning. NC27206 is in lovely condition and flies regularly. Does a parts list exist? We will eventually need wheel bearing dust seals. 'Anyone have a part number and/or source for wheel…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Bergeson Sep 13.
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Porterfield LP-65, NC27206, after takeoff from Fairview, Texas. 26 September, 2024.Pilot: John Bergeson
"You’re welcome.
Is your bird flying John? Or are you in the process of restoration?"
"Steve-
Thank you. Your installation is similar to what we have on NC27206. Can you send me pictures of your fuel valve, fuel line and fuel strainer installation?
'No hurry. Thank you!
John B "
"This is the best one I have without going to the airfield John. The front and rear are the same."
Heel brakes...
Good morning! Can anyone provide some pictures of the heel brake pedals in their aircraft?Are the forward and aft pedals the same?Thank you for any assistance!John BergesonNC27206See More
"Yes, and the brakes work remarkably well!"
"Does your old gal still have her original Shinn wheels & brakes?"
Parts availability for a new Porterfield operator?
Good morning. NC27206 is in lovely condition and flies regularly. Does a parts list exist? We will eventually need wheel bearing dust seals. 'Anyone have a part number and/or source for wheel parts? Thank you!John Bergeson Rhome, TexasSee More
"Welcome to our wee club for the skinny birds, John! I see you bought old S/N 703 from Bobby Jones. There's a lot of info in the Forum and Blogs sections, as well as the Photos and Videos sections. We look forward to your sharing your…"
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- At 9:38pm on September 11, 2024,
Andy Gelston said…
Welcome to our wee club for the skinny birds, John! I see you bought old S/N 703 from Bobby Jones. There's a lot of info in the Forum and Blogs sections, as well as the Photos and Videos sections. We look forward to your sharing your Porterfield adventures with us.
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