Brodhead Pietenpol Association

I read that Wiley Post as well as many Air Mail pilots would rotate their gauges in the panel so that 12 o'clock was normal At a glance they could see all was good. Just a thought.

When I contacted Bill about restoring his first Piet ( N2094 ) his advise, help, support and stories were priceless to me. I tried my best to attend Broadhead last July so Bill could see her again but the weather just wouldn't allow it. He would call out of the blue and advise me of things to check ...

I have the same issue with N2094? Cruise is hands off at 75 MPH and 2100 RPM but I have to apply slight right rudder pressure. Usually just the weight of my foot is enough to correct a left turn & bank. I added a small rudder trim tab ( 6 inch X 2 ) but didn't notice a difference ? I was hoping ...

Due to the heavy rain predicted for this weekend the Nulltown Wingnuts are postponing their annual flyin till the next weekend. (Sept 14 - 16) If anyone has any questions feel free to contact me at ron.turner57@icloud .com . We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you all then. Ron Turner

Oscar ; Thanks soo much for the heat box! It will work perfect. Ordering an Air Maze filter and all will be good. Thanks again friend. Ron Turner

Just to let everyone know. the Nulltown Wingnuts will be having our annual Hog roast flyin the weekend after Labor day. it will be from Friday 9/7 till Sunday 9/9. I'ts a pretty big deal here in east central Indiana and always has a big turnout. We have a 2400 x 80 ft. grass runway with plenty of ca...

How can I order A couple 2018 Broadhead Pietenpol shirts? One large adult & one small adult. I was planning on flying WR-1 there this year both I can leave until Friday morning and the weather is forecast rain & storms here all weekend. :( . Ill get there soon as possible regardless. It migh...

Thank you soooo much Oscar!! It does have a very tiny hole in it. I feel better about installing it now!! Thanks Ron.

I have an air speed indicator question? The ASI in WR-1 isn't working. I have a United Instruments 8000 0-120 ASI that would fit. My question is the static port on it has a brass plug in it? Pressure port has a line fitting. Should the static port be reading atmospheric pressure?

Working on getting WR-1 flying again! ( Bill Rewey's first Piet.) Getting close! Thanks Bill for the advice and support!

Just saw NX17WR is for sale in Chico CA. on Barnstormers. Would be nice to see it come back to the Midwest.

Just saw my planes twin sister ( NX17WR ) is for sale in Chico CA. on Barnstormers. Would be nice to see it come back to the Midwest!!

Thank you sooo much Oscar! I became worried no one would reply so I called Bill Rewey yesterday. I always really enjoy talking to him anyway. Very glad you responded with advice and instructions. Having a support group when doing something like this is very important for safety and piece of mind. Bi...

Any advice would be appreciated. I've read about the "Twang" method and measuring to the vertical stabilizer but it appears to be offset so I'm not sure about that?

Have the wings back on WR-1! Preparing to install the strut crossing cables ? I need some advise on the recommended method of adjusting those cables ? And do I tighten the strut & jury strut bolts before I adjust them? Thanks Ron

Solved my jury strut problem. Mine are 3/4 in. 4130 so I made new one today. Only needed the 2 horizontal ones.

I have 8.00-4 Goodyear tires. I've been told they are old Cub wheels and tires? Mine show no signs of wear but have cracking in the grooves. I'm not sure if they can be trusted? Lol Aircraft Spruce has new ones but they are $311.00 each!

Looking for 2- 4 x 800 good tires

While preparing to install my wings on WR-1 I've found that some of my jury struts are bent some even kinked on the ends. Is there a recommended material for making new ones? 5052 or 6061T6 round tubing or some other that works well? Ron

Thanks I do have a functioning heat box ( new scat tube & cable too ) but it has no way of attaching an air filter. It has only a fine wire screen covering the inlet.

No rush my friend. Work before play! lol Or work so we can play?

Thanks Oscar. After a long chat with Sensenich tech support I've learned a lot about propellers! Great people and very helpful. He said he was not surprised at my 2000 rpm static as A65's seldom reach more than that? I'm ready to install the wings now and perform W & B then on to some taxi time ...

Thanks. Much appreciated! Preparing to put the wings on now. Weight and balance might dictate which prop to use? Metal is 10lbs. heavier.

Open question: I'm currently restoring WR-1. I have the engine running now after going though everything. It's a A65-8-F from a 46 Taylorcraft with a Sensenich 74 X 43 aluminum prop. Static RPM is barely 2000 indicated. Seems that 72 x 42 is the most widely used Piet prop. Sensenich recommended prop...

Thanks Pat for all you do!! It truly is much appreciated.

Oscar, From my home in east central Indiana it is 300 miles to Brodhead ( approximately 5 hours ) so a relatively short trip. I live at our clubs airport and am currently the club president. ( Nulltown Wingnuts ). there is a 2600 ft grass runway out my back door. We have hangers for 18 aircraft and ...

Thanks so much!!!! Give me an address and I will gladly send you the money! Currently rebuilding the carb and she will be ready to run. Probably best to send it to my shop. Team Automotive 420 East 5th. Street Connersville IN. 47331. And your address is? Hopefully we can meet at Broadhead this year?...

This is her back in the day. its in pretty good shape for the years.

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Actually I'm just trying to get the old girl back in the air right now. it is the first Piet Bill Rewey built back in 71.Its been stored in a hanger for 21 years and its mostly original. I've been in touch with Bill several times about her restoration and he seems very excited to see it. Trying to f...

Thanks I would appreciate that. Restoring WR-1. it has a heat box but as no means of attaching an air filter.

Looking for a good used carb heat box with air filter for my A65 Piet. (765)541-2219. Thanks

Hello my name is Ron Turner from east central Indiana. Just wanted to inform BPA that I recently purchased and am restoring Pietenpol # WR-1 ( Bill Rewey's first Piet.) from a hanger in Michigan where it had been in storage for over 20 years. I've contacted Bill to let him know and he seemed glad to...