Vent Check Valve
Because my vent system still allowed fuel to vent in a nice stream when topped off and turning on the ground or parked on...
Carbon Fiber Elevator Rib Reinforcements
This tip was sent by Michael Harfst.
An extra note for anyone considering a stiffener for the elevator end rib. I have the fiberglass tips...
Chart and Storage Box Under the Instrument Panel
Al Sibley provided this mod for a storage compartment hat sits under the instrument panel on the center tunnel.
Others might have already done something...
Streamlined Heated Pitot Tube
Want a unique pitot tube? Follow these instructions from Eric Jones and build a custom heated pitot tube. Eric Jones can be reached via his...
Tools to Maintain Your Sportsman or GlaStar
As we get more Sportsman builders who may not have extensive tool collections, the question has come up, what tools do I really need...
GlaStar vs. Sportsman
I now have about 28 hours in three separate Sportsman planes and about 800 hours in GlaStars, so I feel I am in a...
Sealing Flush Fuel Necks
Here is an option for sealing the flush fuel necks to the fuel tanks. If you have a metal lathe or have access to...
Tires for Alaska
With the big trip to Alaska almost upon us it is time to think seriously about getting our planes ready to tackle the untamed...
Flush Oil Door
This tip was sent by Graham Nutt.
In my case I worked out the area I was going to use on my uncut cowl,...
Cast Rudder Pedals
This tip was sent by Chris Lowery.
I never did like the cheap riveted metal plates SHAI had us make as rudder pedals, and nor...