Steve Genotte wrote:
> All,
>
> I've had several local builders/A&P types question the longevity of the
> factory provided plastic pitot/static tubing. One gentleman noticed the
> tubing during a visit to my shop and said "You know that stuff only
> lasts a few years, right?" Uh, err...
>
> A) Are these people correct or are they thinking of some other "stuff"?
>
> B) If they are correct, where can I get some step-by-step instructions
> on how to properly run metal (aluminum or copper, yes?) tubing through
> the wing and fuselage. I've just about figured out how to incorporate
> the quick connectors to this kind of system, but the actual "nuts and
> bolts" of running metal tubing...I dinna ken.
>
> Steve "Why do I do this to myself?" G.
>
We chose to run plastic conduit out to the pitot/static head to contain
the plastic tubing provided, allowing us to use the supplied connectors
and the ability to replace the tubing periodically (if or when necessary).
The conduit we used is black PVC pipe from the local building
supply, the stuff used for drip sprinkler systems. Staying with the
supplied grommets would make replacing the tubing difficult.
Terry Seaver
A135
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