A new member with a new Hiller purchase

[Maplewood Farm]

I bought an overhauled oil cooler, thinking mine might have a problem, but the oil temp still approached the red line on a 85 degree day. I was told by a reliable source that the AirWolf Remote probably would not make much of a difference, although you up the oil capacity about a quart. I also was told there is a STC for a Bell 47 cooler that does work but the mounting would have to be changed. Comments would be appreciated. Regards, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Greetings, My Hiller is in for an annual. It was running well, hopefully it will not require anything other than routine inspections. I installed a rebuilt oil cooler, but the temp was still near the red line. That was $675 for a learning experience. I decided to go with the Airwolf remote oil filter( $1300) it is not installed yet, will do it on the oil change. I'll give the details on the purchase and results at a later time, (another learning experience) Flew the Cub this morning. Need to mow the runway and lawn. Regards, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Greetings, much has happened since I last posted, perhaps someday I will explain. Does anyone have a way to track the main rotor blades electronically without purchasing the expensive equipment. Regards, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Greetings, I would like to track the main rotor blades and try to reduce the vibration condition for a smoother ride. Has anyone used the Dyna Vibe or other unit to accomplish this? I would appreciate any comments. Thanks, Charlie

[nhraracer90]

Our mechanic can do a track and balance on the blades. He has had good luck in the past

[Maplewood Farm]

Thank you for the reply. I will keep it in mind. Regards, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Greetings, My Hiller is in for a annual. Decided to work on some out of balance conditions, using a Vibrex system. When adjustments were made, the ground run and hover were excellent, but the flight check was bad with an excessive "Hiller Hop. When adjustments were made for that the flight conditions were only very slightly improved, but the hover and ground became much worse. Any suggestions or comments would be appreciated. Regards, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Greetings, Anyone know of Main Rotor Blades for a C model that could be for sale? Thanks, Charlie

[nhraracer90]

Greetings, Anyone know of Main Rotor Blades for a C model that could be for sale? Thanks, Charlie

Contact Bob @ Tulsa Rotor Blades. He can overhaul your blades as well.

[Maplewood Farm]

Thanks for the information, Charlie

[Maplewood Farm]

Hello, I'm in need of a new rebuilt Franklin V-335 210 HP engine, unfortunately mine broke a connecting rod and destroyed the engine. If anyone has a suggestion, it would be greatly appreciated. Charlie. 860-638-9689

[Maplewood Farm]

Hello, I purchased a engine from Franklin Engine Co. Thanks for the call Glenn.

[Maplewood Farm]

Does anyone have a contact number for "Louie" in Stockton, CA concerning blade rebuilding. Thanks

[Plumberpilot]

Hi Charlie
Have you been able to fly lately? Sounds like you’ve had more than your share of problems.
Ricky

[Maplewood Farm]

I haven't flown in almost a year, just one thing after another. The annual was completed and we were trying to fix a tracking problem when on what was probably going to be the last flight, as things were working out, the engine came apart. Fortunately it happened in a hover. I purchased a new rebuilt engine and discovered problems with the transmission before installing the engine. I'm waiting for that which required a overhaul. There was a problem with one MR blade. I had just purchased a spare set of blades that I will install. Hopefully things will come together and I'll be able to get it flying soon.