Cozylover Posted December 28, 2002 Posted December 28, 2002 Hi Canardiens, I'm in the process of buying a COZY 3, with a O235 engine. Only need to do the inspection of the aircraft and fly it! Can anybody help me with a list of the things to be checked on a "pre-purchase" inspection for the COZY 3? Any specific weak points I should know about? All info is more than welcome, but I'm a bit in a hurry...leaving in 24hrs or so! So, if you guys can help me, please mail: [email protected] Thanks and a Happy 2003 to all of you, COZYLOVER Quote Flying was my first love and it will be my last one!
John Slade Posted December 28, 2002 Posted December 28, 2002 I sent this via email, but then thought that it might be a thread of interest to others considering buying a used Cozy. No doubt others can add to my list of things to look for. The ideal would be to take an experienced composite builder (or better still, a Cozy flyer) with you on the inspection. If you have the opportunity, take some digital pictures and post them for comments. If this is not possible, then here are a few things to look out for, most of which will be obvious. Bottom line: If it flys well, looks good and the price is right, you'll probably love it. You might also call Nat Puffer (designer) at 480-981-6401. Get the serial number. Nat might know the history of the airplane. He may also be able to point you to a nearby builder who can look at it for you. Items to check: Finish: How straight are the trailing edges of wings, elevator, rudders How smooth is the finish - look for minor bumps and dips in the paint Look particularly around the winglet / wing attach, strake / fuselage join How even and smooth is the wing leading edge? Structure: Lift the wings. Any play? Lift the canard. Any play? Look at the canard attach tabs Main wheel strut near the wheels - any sign of heat? condition of prop look at aileron / elevator gap - 1/8 inch? elevator balance should be checked at some point (not trivial on a casual inspection) any sign of structural repairs? Controls: Any lag? any side movement of bearings in wing roots? Equipment: Nose Retract - manual or auto. If manual, has it been reversed Panel - age of radios etc. Wiring: How neat is it type of connections Modifications from plans: Ask the owner to point out anything that isnt per plans Engine: total time since last overhaul who did the last overhaul How professional does the installation look? Any automotive hoses / hose clips? ignition system - mags? mag drop? condition of oil? Performance: what is the gross weight? Take off roll gals / hr at cruise max speed landing speed brakes - stopping capability are the elevators in trail during cruise? are the rudders in trail when at rest? are the ailerons even and in trail in cruise? Quote I can be reached on the "other" forum http://canardaviationforum.dmt.net
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