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    C180K
Member since
Monday, 08 August 2011 16:00
Last online
9 months ago
  • chugachman created a new forum topic Portable Fuel Pump
    Hi there, I'm curious what folks do when they are in remote areas and needing to fuel from drums. So far, I've typically been lucky and had a local pump available, or made do in the worst cases with a...
    2025-06-09 14:50:43
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  • chugachman created a new forum topic Woven Vinyl Flooring from SCS?
    Has anyone tried out the woven vinyl flooring from SCS? With the amount of sand I track in to the plane in the summer, and how hard it is to clean it out of, and from under, the carpet (no matter how...
    2025-03-28 15:47:01
  • chugachman created a new forum topic FH: Ferry Pilot
    Just putting myself out there if anyone is looking for a ferry pilot at some point. Able to ferry SEL aircraft. Majority of time is in Skywagons (C 180/185) here in Alaska, but open to other aircraft...
    2024-11-28 00:21:58
  • chugachman created a new forum topic WTB: Fuel Pod for Cessna 180/185
    Looking to get another 100+ gallons on the 180 for some long x-water ferry flights. Currently, I think the ideal setup would likely be a Sorenson fuel pod - however am open to other ideas/options as well....
    2022-02-26 19:09:09
  • Looking for a pair of LH4000's or Wipair 3600's for a 180K - if you have a pair that never get used anymore, drop a line!
    2021-12-03 00:15:04
  • Howdy folks, looking for a set of Airglass LH4000 or Federal 3600 hydraulic wheel skis - reach out if you happen to have a set you'd like to unload, or know someone who might!
    2021-12-02 16:26:25
  • chugachman created a new forum topic Convert 180 to 185?
    Has anyone here ever taken a late model 180, and officially got it redesigned as a 185? With various tweaks and mods over the years by previous owners and myself, I think I am physically most of the way...
    2021-08-11 02:48:31
  • Hey folks, anyone out there have a set of Cleveland or AK Bushwheel wheels for sale? normally comes as part of the wheel and brake kit 199-62A, but really just need the rims/rotors. Thanks!
    2021-07-08 17:49:59
  • chugachman created a new forum topic FS: Cessna 185 Steel Landing Gear
    Pair of steel landing gear legs, removed from a 180 with heavy duty legs. Gear was checked by the landing gear works ~150 hrs ago, is in good shape, and removed by Stene aviation as part of an upgrade....
    2021-06-14 23:34:03
  • Pulled from my 1978 Cessna 180k, these wing tips have been great. Selling due to wing mods. In great shape, normally $2250 with Whelen LED's, selling for $1450. Fits the following models: Cessna...
    2021-06-14 23:22:44
  • chugachman created a new forum topic Wanted: 26" Bushwheels
    Looking for a set of 26" bushwheels for a C180 that are still in good shape with lots of life left. Radials only. Drop a line at 907-two two seven - 565- niner if you have any you're trying to offload!
    2016-08-08 23:10:29
  • Unfortunately need to have some wing repair done on the '78 180, and was considering getting it done with Steve's Aircraft and Wings West in central/northern California. Any experience out there to go...
    2016-06-22 19:13:47
  • chugachman created a new forum topic Reno Transient Parking
    I unfortunately (or fortunately?) have a wedding to attend in Reno on the 19th (weekend of the air races), and am looking for transient parking in the area on Friday and Saturday night - preferably away...
    2015-09-11 20:56:17
  • chugachman created a new forum topic Sacatar Meadows and Sierra Strips
    Anyone know the status of Sacatar Meadows in the southern Sierra, and if it's possible to get permission to land there? I've seen mixed info online, and heard rumors of it still being a good strip, however...
    2015-04-30 18:24:51
  • Selling the McCauley tailwheel from my Cessna 180K. PN 0742155-13. $1000 OBO. Send a PM if you're interested! https://www.backcountrypilot.org/images/photos/2760/4213/ea92331b9d71667d8c8a0bb5.jpg https://www.backcountrypilot.org/images/originalphotos/2760/4213/3f339d16bb67dc82814b0b4b.jpg https://www.backcountrypilot.org/images/originalphotos/2760/4213/6aa3a1243c18b4433608695f.png https://www.backcountrypilot.org/images/originalphotos/2760/4213/17ce44b8f5d8afd1104a915e.jpg
    2014-12-14 22:33:43
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