# Everything Else **URL:** https://sonexpilots.org/c/general/everything-else/7.md [Latest](https://sonexpilots.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://sonexpilots.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://sonexpilots.org/tags.md) --- ## [Cotton Waiex](https://sonexpilots.org/t/cotton-waiex/5033)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 221\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 3:45am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/cotton-waiex/5033 "2026-10-29T03:45:13Z")
We have been down for maintenance since May. Worked through some oil temperature and pressure issues and did our first 2-up flight over the airport. Shortly after this picture was taken, voltage went over 15. The EarthX … --- ## [And another one bites the dust](https://sonexpilots.org/t/and-another-one-bites-the-dust/6151)
**Author:** [@WesRagle](https://sonexpilots.org/u/WesRagle)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 7:28pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/and-another-one-bites-the-dust/6151 "2026-10-28T19:28:07Z")
Murphy Aircraft Insolvent, Future Uncertain for Builder Support Wes --- ## [Anson 6" tailwheel report](https://sonexpilots.org/t/anson-6-tailwheel-report/6143)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 2:49pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/anson-6-tailwheel-report/6143 "2026-10-25T14:49:34Z")
Flew with my Anson tailwheel for the first time today. The pedal forces when taxiing are noticably higher. I think mostly geometry, it’s a longer distance from the pivot to the contact point. It also has better traction.… --- ## [ACV-B01-21: Hydraulic Brake Puck](https://sonexpilots.org/t/acv-b01-21-hydraulic-brake-puck/5525)
**Author:** [@Badger830](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Badger830)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/acv-b01-21-hydraulic-brake-puck/5525 "2026-10-24T13:34:06Z")
Source: McMaster-Carr 60895K17 Instructions: \[To be updated\] (Thanks to @13brv3 for the information) --- ## [Fuel Tank Oops Fittings](https://sonexpilots.org/t/fuel-tank-oops-fittings/5531)
**Author:** [@Kevin\_Conklin](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Kevin_Conklin)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/fuel-tank-oops-fittings/5531 "2026-10-18T23:45:53Z")
I am hoping that someone might be able to identify a source for the oops fittings. I could be wrong, but I doubt they are Sonex IP/engineered parts. --- ## [GoPro for a Onex](https://sonexpilots.org/t/gopro-for-a-onex/6095)
**Author:** [@WesRagle](https://sonexpilots.org/u/WesRagle)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/gopro-for-a-onex/6095 "2026-10-14T20:55:10Z")
Hi Guys, I need a GoPro for my Onex. I need to be able to focus the camera and zoom in on the instrument panel. In a Onex I think that will require me to mount the camera on the canopy side. Question: Can someone su… --- ## [Tips for applying for Repairman Certificate](https://sonexpilots.org/t/tips-for-applying-for-repairman-certificate/1515)
**Author:** [@ArchiveBot](https://sonexpilots.org/u/ArchiveBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 6:30pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/tips-for-applying-for-repairman-certificate/1515 "2026-10-08T18:30:52Z")
Tips for applying for Repairman Certificate Posted: Fri Jan 31, 2020 10:06 am by Rynoth I have my first condition inspection coming up in a few months and need to get my Repairman Certificate. Any tips for handling th… --- ## [Equipment Decision Timing](https://sonexpilots.org/t/equipment-decision-timing/6077)
**Author:** [@dreynol](https://sonexpilots.org/u/dreynol)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 11:33am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/equipment-decision-timing/6077 "2026-10-08T11:33:10Z")
Hi Everyone, I’m very (very) early on my phoneix build, but I’ve been trying to plan things out a bit & want to make sure I have a good idea of when I need to make decisions around equipment so that I minimize the numbe… --- ## [Aircraft names](https://sonexpilots.org/t/aircraft-names/6082)
**Author:** [@JKS](https://sonexpilots.org/u/JKS)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 10:21pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/aircraft-names/6082 "2026-10-06T22:21:26Z")
Quite a while ago, I was asked if I had a name for my Sonex. The same person also said it should be a female name. I’ve only named 2 cars. A red Karmann Ghia aka “the Red Roach” and a Mini convertable I refered to … --- ## [Sonex Squadron 1.3](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonex-squadron-1-3/5926)
**Author:** [@JKS](https://sonexpilots.org/u/JKS)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 6:46pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonex-squadron-1-3/5926 "2026-09-30T18:46:56Z")
I was thinking about a Sonex Squadron insignia. So I downloaded GIMP and startyed playing with it. Getting close. --- ## [Buying from an estate sale](https://sonexpilots.org/t/buying-from-an-estate-sale/5964)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 10:08pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/buying-from-an-estate-sale/5964 "2026-09-09T22:08:26Z")
Hey all, I know some folks have talked about the challenges of buying from an estate sale. Thought I’d open a thread to discuss. I’ve just done this, as documented in my Sonerai thread. I don’t have any paperwork yet… --- ## [Sonerai](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonerai/5930)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 11:27pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonerai/5930 "2026-09-07T23:27:03Z")
I know Joe @Sonerai13 has one. Anybody else on the forum with Sonerai experience? I have an opportunity to buy a 50 year old project that seems really complete, right here in the neighborhood. --- ## [AHRS types - the differences between MGL SP-7 AHRS and SP-9 AHRS](https://sonexpilots.org/t/ahrs-types-the-differences-between-mgl-sp-7-ahrs-and-sp-9-ahrs/5933)
**Author:** [@minde4000](https://sonexpilots.org/u/minde4000)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 1:00am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/ahrs-types-the-differences-between-mgl-sp-7-ahrs-and-sp-9-ahrs/5933 "2026-08-29T01:00:38Z")
Hello everyone, My main instrument panel consist of (2x) MGL XTREME EFIS units + SP-7 Compass + SP-9 AHRS. I know for most of you having AHRS is not really relevant but for me personally is what makes my airplane that m… --- ## [And now for a total non-sequetur,](https://sonexpilots.org/t/and-now-for-a-total-non-sequetur/5918)
**Author:** [@JKS](https://sonexpilots.org/u/JKS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 12:48pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/and-now-for-a-total-non-sequetur/5918 "2026-08-22T12:48:29Z")
The first one is a Duzzy. How visualizations are manipulated to mislead, or just FUBAR. enjoy. --- ## [Minster Monster](https://sonexpilots.org/t/minster-monster/5851)
**Author:** [@JKS](https://sonexpilots.org/u/JKS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 2:54pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/minster-monster/5851 "2026-07-30T14:54:36Z")
Somehow, this wrench came into my possession. It is 18" long and fits a 3" nut. Not having nuts quite that large, I have no use for it. It’s like a trophy size wrench. So I bought a $9.00 katina stand. Now it’s … --- ## [Prospective owner, in over my head?](https://sonexpilots.org/t/prospective-owner-in-over-my-head/5850)
**Author:** [@johnisom](https://sonexpilots.org/u/johnisom)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 12:36pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/prospective-owner-in-over-my-head/5850 "2026-07-30T12:36:03Z")
Hey. I’ve made a couple posts here in the past week or so. I’m heavily considering buying a Revmaster Onex, low time. My family and girlfriend and most I’ve consulted seem to think it’s not a great idea. First for safet… --- ## [Oshkosh 2026 pictures](https://sonexpilots.org/t/oshkosh-2026-pictures/5829)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 4:02am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/oshkosh-2026-pictures/5829 "2026-07-29T04:02:37Z")
--- ## [Weather outlook for KOSH travel](https://sonexpilots.org/t/weather-outlook-for-kosh-travel/5814)
**Author:** [@JKS](https://sonexpilots.org/u/JKS)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 9:17pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/weather-outlook-for-kosh-travel/5814 "2026-07-19T21:17:44Z")
Smoke is reducing visibility to less than 1 mile. --- ## [N numbers shirts etc](https://sonexpilots.org/t/n-numbers-shirts-etc/5817)
**Author:** [@Chopndrag](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Chopndrag)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 11:06pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/n-numbers-shirts-etc/5817 "2026-07-17T23:06:33Z")
My wife does vinyl and is going to start doing n numbers for anyone that needs it done. Basically any stickers decals for your plane she can do. If you’re wanting a t shirt custom made with your plane your logo anything … --- ## [Tiedown extenders](https://sonexpilots.org/t/tiedown-extenders/5790)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 12:47am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/tiedown-extenders/5790 "2026-07-17T00:47:50Z")
If you have ever flown somewhere and wanted to tie down, you probably discovered the battleship class ropes at the airport don’t fit through the 3/8" tiedown hole very well. So, I made these: Cheap Amazon 1" wide alu… --- ## [Kitlog issues](https://sonexpilots.org/t/kitlog-issues/5793)
**Author:** [@techno-wizard](https://sonexpilots.org/u/techno-wizard)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/kitlog-issues/5793 "2026-07-09T18:32:22Z")
Anyone else having trouble accessing their build log on the mykitlog.com website? I haven’t accessed mine in about 2 weeks and I’m trying to upload some new entries, but it looks like the site has been fubar for the past… --- ## [What's the secret to drilling stainless steel?](https://sonexpilots.org/t/whats-the-secret-to-drilling-stainless-steel/2253)
**Author:** [@ArchiveBot](https://sonexpilots.org/u/ArchiveBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2026, 3:13pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/whats-the-secret-to-drilling-stainless-steel/2253 "2026-06-24T15:13:39Z")
What’s the secret to drilling stainless steel? Posted: Fri May 20, 2016 10:15 pm by Bacon8tor I’m working on the wing spars on my Onex and having a heck of a time updrilling the stainless steel outboard pivot plates, W… --- ## [Credit Card Numbers](https://sonexpilots.org/t/credit-card-numbers/5734)
**Author:** [@WesRagle](https://sonexpilots.org/u/WesRagle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 2:14pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/credit-card-numbers/5734 "2026-06-15T14:14:49Z")
Does anyone know how to change Credit Card numbers at the online Sonex Store? Wes --- ## [Sonex flying videos](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonex-flying-videos/2863)
**Author:** [@Bryan\_Cotton](https://sonexpilots.org/u/Bryan_Cotton)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 3:14am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sonex-flying-videos/2863 "2026-06-15T03:14:09Z")
Post yours here! I’ll start. Sorry for the poor audio. The sound recorder died. This was a 6.7 hour day of flying in Wisconsin. Added 9 passport stamps to the book. Also needed a fuel stop northbound becau… --- ## [Igniton wire pass through seals](https://sonexpilots.org/t/igniton-wire-pass-through-seals/5710)
**Author:** [@WesRagle](https://sonexpilots.org/u/WesRagle)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/igniton-wire-pass-through-seals/5710 "2026-06-08T20:09:51Z")
Hi Guys, This is a long shot but …, I needed to pass the engine temp sensor wire through the baffle. While building Onex #89 I elected to use a three-wire pass through seal. I removed one of the attachment bolts and o… --- ## [Loss of a friend](https://sonexpilots.org/t/loss-of-a-friend/5691)
**Author:** [@sonex1517](https://sonexpilots.org/u/sonex1517)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 12:31pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/loss-of-a-friend/5691 "2026-05-30T12:31:41Z")
On Tuesday May 26th, we lost a friend/neighbor here at Aero Estates (T25). He used to own a Sonex and was on the old forum as TxSwordGuy (I think). I saw the entire accident, and his wife was standing next to me - she s… --- ## [Sun n Fun 2026](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sun-n-fun-2026/5612)
**Author:** [@ddeford](https://sonexpilots.org/u/ddeford)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:20pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/sun-n-fun-2026/5612 "2026-05-15T23:20:49Z")
Anyone else going to be at Sun n Fun this year? I’ll be there tomorrow thru Sunday (17-19 April) then driving down to Sebring for a 2-day Rotax course at Lockwood. --- ## [Establishing TBO](https://sonexpilots.org/t/establishing-tbo/5661)
**Author:** [@WesRagle](https://sonexpilots.org/u/WesRagle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 10:58pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/establishing-tbo/5661 "2026-05-08T22:58:48Z")
I stumbled upon this video of the owner of Sprit Engineering discussing the SE-1. Of particular interest to me is the portion of the video about establishing TBO of their engine. That portion starts at about the 25:40 … --- ## [3D printed part longevity](https://sonexpilots.org/t/3d-printed-part-longevity/4980)
**Author:** [@ampzapper](https://sonexpilots.org/u/ampzapper)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2026, 3:12am UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/3d-printed-part-longevity/4980 "2026-05-07T03:12:30Z")
What filament materials and/or paint hold up well for long term durability on exterior components? --- ## [When to polish?](https://sonexpilots.org/t/when-to-polish/4572)
**Author:** [@ArchiveBot](https://sonexpilots.org/u/ArchiveBot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 11:48pm UTC](https://sonexpilots.org/t/when-to-polish/4572 "2026-05-06T23:48:35Z")
When to polish? Posted: Sat Apr 13, 2024 2:06 pm by gregsonex A few posts mention it’s easiest to polish sheets before riveting at the beginning of the build. Curious what most folks recommend since it seems you don’t … [Next page](https://sonexpilots.org/c/general/everything-else/7.md?page=1)