POBER JR ACE
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rotecradial Tim Gallagher's Pober Junior Ace Takes to the Skies (21st June 2008):.

Tim Writes:
  FAA inspection went without a hitch yesterday.

Today, I changed the overhaul/taxi test oil – then flew her at 7:00PM .

Very nice flight. The ailerons were a little sloppy – the engine performed beautifully .

Checked low and medium speed flight, shallow turns, climb and glides.

I ran by the support group twice for photo runs at 100’, last approach to a landing.

Nice landing – small cheering crowd to meet plane and grinning pilot.

Video to follow. I need to get some rest!

Magnificent front on

Ready for flight!

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RotecRadial powers Pober Jr Ace . Magnificent Pober Jr Ace .A credit to Tim Galligher .Homeward bound!

Absolutely Superb!

Please read about the project and how it all came about:


Tim Gallagher's - Pober Jr. Ace Project.

We at Rotec are excited to see Tim prepared to share the building experience with all of us; as the Pober Junior Ace + R2800 should prove to be an ideal and exciting combination.

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14th July 2004: framework ... ... ...............

-----Original Message-----
From: timotgallagher [mailto:timotgallagher@insightbb.com]
Sent: Thursday, 9 December 2004 3:59 PM
To: Chernikeeff, Jim
Subject: R2800 Arrives!!


Hello Jim!

My beautiful new engine arrived today. What a glorious sight. The customs process was very smooth. The folks at UTI were very helpful, and answered all of my questions. I have looked at all of the parts in the shipping crate, and I am very impressed.

Some of my neighbors have already been by to see the engine. I live on a very active airpark, and good news like this spreads quickly. They are anxious to see the engine run.
I will update you on my progress and add some more pictures for your website.

My best to all! - Tim G.

4th Feb 2005 Update:

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2nd March Update:

Hello Jim,

I am building up the engine mount for my Junior Ace. The next step is a propeller and an oil tank. I have a mock up made for the tank. ...The Junior Ace looks great with the R2800 hanging out front on its own!

Regards, Tim G.

 

< R2800 Mounted >

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3rd May 2005 Update:

Hello Jim,

My R2800 lives and breathes!

All of the wires and hoses are finally installed. I cranked her up on April 23. It was a beautiful sight. She lit right up, and idled smoothly. After warming up, I ran her up a bit and then calibrated my tachometer. Boy did it get windy! I can't wait to tear everything apart again and start the covering process....

All of my friends and neighbors keep commenting on how beautiful the engine looks, and how great it sounds! - Best to all, Tim G.

R2800 Starts Up... . .

Osh 2007 - Tim brings progress pictures - covering the fuselage is completed and the wing is done... with steady progress this winter the job should be compteded for flight next spring or summer...

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A good indication that all is as it should be. .. Fabric covering.. UV Protection. .. Primed ready for paint job

Paint work .. Progress viewed front on .. Looks fantastic! . .Another view .Up close on the R2800

Now to finisj=h the wing

December 2007 - Tim writes: Hello Jim,

We put the wings on the Junior Ace yesterday, and the cockpit is nearing completion.

I found some clunky old cowl latches from a 1941 Taylorcraft that will fit my accessory cowling beautifully.

I am thinking about using your scavenge oil recovery pump system. Can you tell me everything you know about it?

Happy Holidays - Tim G.

Overall View with wing and cowl installed. . Side view with wing installed . Instuments in cockpit . Boot cowl with latches.
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Pober Jr Ace is Looking Great!