Replacing Vernier controls with friction
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Replacing Vernier controls with friction
I recall reading a post from the past where someone had their vernier controls replaced with friction controls. Is anyone aware as to whether there is a standard certified kit for this, or is it doable with an existing STC?
Thank you for your response.
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Hello gdflys, I have only been flying/owning a Maule for a little over a year, so I am still trying to learn stuff. I have a 1979 M-5-235C. So, I was wondering first, where can I acquire the "Maule Drawings" that you and others have referred to? Not that I want to change out the vernier, 'cause I think I have finally gotten use to it, and I don't need any more hassles than are absolutely necessary. Have you installed the NAS bolt kit? After reading all of the previous posts about failures, I am really wanting to get that done. So, I am hoping to get some direction on removing the seats, floor boards, etc. Thanks for any advice or help with anything....I need it.
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Re: Replacing Vernier controls with friction
My vernier throttle was replaced with an ACS friction-lock throttle a couple years ago. Part number I've got for the ACS is A-810BL040.Plarson622 wrote:I recall reading a post from the past where someone had their vernier controls replaced with friction controls. Is anyone aware as to whether there is a standard certified kit for this, or is it doable with an existing STC?
Thank you for your response.
Looks exactly like this one from Spruce: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/ ... key=187432
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When I first bought my Maule M7 235C it had the stock vernier throttle. I did not like it at all. I had it replaced with a friction throttle by my mechanic at the first annual and liked it much better, especially on shot grass strips. It just seemed to be less fussy. I have since sold the Maule and now fly a Bonanza with a vernier throttle and it works well. Obviously these are two very different aircraft and used in different ways, on the Bonanza the power adjustments are a lot less dramatic. When you need to pour on the coals the friction throttle is easier.
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I believe the original poster is speaking of vernier throttle (but did't specifically say that).
I have flown Maules with vernier and friction throttles; I don't like the vernier for a throttle. Much prefer a friction for the throttle but vernier is necessary for prop and mixture. A vernier mixture control is hard to get into the tight panel location without interfering with flight controls.
I have flown Maules with vernier and friction throttles; I don't like the vernier for a throttle. Much prefer a friction for the throttle but vernier is necessary for prop and mixture. A vernier mixture control is hard to get into the tight panel location without interfering with flight controls.
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A long time back, Jeremy described the best grip for the vernier throttle. Cup the vernier knob in the palm of your hand with palm mostly up, squeeze the vernier slightly and the bottom third of your palm presses the vernier knob.
Doesn’t take long to get used to, before long you don’t even think of the vernier action unless you are turning it for fine adjustments. I don’t even think twice about it being a vernier anymore. Big improvement over my first attempts pushing the button with my thumb.
Kirk
Doesn’t take long to get used to, before long you don’t even think of the vernier action unless you are turning it for fine adjustments. I don’t even think twice about it being a vernier anymore. Big improvement over my first attempts pushing the button with my thumb.
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