The International Cessna 170 Association

I have in the past few years had every instrument rebuilt or replaced. I have always used Century Instrument in Oklahoma. The prices are fair, service is great and never any surprises. They also facilitated the repair of a wind up 8 day clock, even though they didn't actually do the work, they have ...

Hey Kyle! Haven't talked with you in a spell. There is a flyin @ 3KK Kankakee Il. the 1st week of June I believe. Karen and I are planning on going to in our recently acquired 11AC chief. Still have the 170 of which we will be taking to the Island July 20th. Give me a call sometime and of course my ...

The wife and I have it on the calendar pending my major engine overhaul, Its getting real close. Looking forward to the plane camping and friendships.

Barry Miller CFII of Lincoln, Illinois I have nearly 1500 hours of tail wheel time. Mostly in my 170B, 11AC Chief and my former Citabria. Also Cessna 120/140, Aeronca and Taylorcraft.
Cell.# 309 370-1819 or bmillercfi@gmail.com

I am currently trying to finish my in hanger major overhaul on my C145-2. As I understand it, the hydraulic lifters can only facilitate a .030 to .110 valve lash. My clearances range from .148 to .172 with a fully deflated lifter. I have new ECI Titan cylinders installed with a new camshaft (origina...

Here is what I have done. Instead of spending $250 per wheel for the original style rose coating. I believe the company was in Oklahoma (advertised in Trade a Plane). I simply cleaned them up removing all the old stuff and painted with epoxy. While I was at it, I drilled the center of the mount with...

Thanks for the comments. I did like the light color idea, especially for the visual on problems. If I paint the firewall can it be alodined and coated with epoxy? I did clean it several years ago and kept it ragged with the" X". I've already ordered the slick mag kit with yellow wires as m...

I am currently going through a major engine overhaul. I am considering doing some detailing to the firewall (painting) and highlighting some of the components. Does anyone out there have something to share on experiences or methods that enhance the inner beauty of this classic 170?

Hey, Here's a good stop for fuel, Lincoln,(Logan County), Illinois AAA, The fuel is still $3.95 for 100LL self serve. Nice little airport with a museum if you're passing through on the weekend. If you need any help while in the area call me 309 370-1819 (cell.) Barry Miller

I am currently in the middle of my annual once again with bad cylinders. After many tests the engine was removed and disassembled. Upon visual inspection, I find the crank oil tube from the rear main journal to the crank throw of #1 does not line up with the rod cap spray port when the main bearing ...

So you think you want to camp with your airplane? My wife and I absolutely love it! We have been all over the midwest with our C-170B. Our favorite is Washington Island Fish Boil usually held on the 3rd Saturday of July. Incidentally, the the video you have witnessed was produced by my brother who i...