Took my first lesson in a J3 Cub back in 1978, never lost the love of that friendly little plane, it may not get you there in a big ole hurry but when you do get there, you'll have a big ole smile on your face. Comfy as the living room couch.........................with wings. Cheers
I grew up around my dads tailwheel airplanes, got my license in a Cherokee 140 in high school and hated flying that way. I became a dad at 22 and gave up flying until about 4 years ago when my Dad and I bought a J3 from a friend. I’ve been flying the pants off of it since then. I really enjoy the simplicity and rugged versatility of the J3. Even with 65 hp, it is a very capable airplane when you use it wisely. Wisdom comes from mistakes, and mine has been a great teacher. I’ve learned way more about mountain flying with a J3 in WV than I ever expected!
Awesome story. Good for you! Yeah I love the simplicity of the J3, it’s kinda like home to me now after flying it over the past 14 years. So your Dad flys the J3 as well? West Virginia sounds like a perfect place for a Cub… love the Appalachian mountains!
Great video! I had a pretty large (1/4 scale) RC model of this airplane and I loved it. Felt like learning what the cockpit on a real one looked like so I found your video. At 4:43 it blew my mind to hear that the rear seat is for solo flying. Would you mind explaining why that is? Isn't it inconvenient, being farther from the indicators, front window etc?
I fly a J3C-65 built in 1946, one year after I was born. I truly like flying it but I like your version of the instrument panel. I can see it's been only slightly modified with the turn-slip indicator and the Hobbs. One thing somewhat difficult in a J3C is the amount of muscle needed in the back seat during taxi. I've heard that mentioned on other Cub videos on youtube. I got my PPL in 1991 but am only now getting around to tail wheel. I received my log book signoff about a month ago and have not been able to fly it since. A month ago (February) I got my certification, the Tennessee weather improved for a week but my wife had surgery. I still work every day and I'm the boss so I can't be fired but work does get in the way with my flying. I used to spend a lot of time sailing on one of the TVA lakes but the months I avoided were June, July and August. There was no wind. Now I'm waiting for those months so that I'll have a better time flying. I am a recreational pilot now and am not looking for challenges. Rough crosswinds, which I was luckly enough to practice with a CFI, are not recreational flying. I consider those conditions as "survival landing". click on my photo and you'll see what I've been doing for the last 50 years.
Yeah this J3 has a pre war panel. It sure is a solid straight flying J3 though. Approx 1100 hrs TT and its been kept well. The backseat and even more front seat is somewhat a challenge just getting in and out honestly. (gets much better with practice) However, taxing and flying isn’t too bad to catch on to. it’s such a simple and very nice aircraft to fly. Tennessee is such a beautiful state. The months you mentioned will be a great time for you to get more experience! Enjoy! Appreciate the comment. Thanks! Also, I purchased a PA-16 last fall which I’ll be sharing here very soon.
I flew a Cub a couple of times a few years ago and loved everything about it. It had a radio that didn't work and a compass that was about 45 degrees out and it smelled of old aeroplane. Utterly glorious.
Wonderful! Only just getting into the world of private flying. I love the Piper Cub. This was a great tour of the actual workings of the aircraft. Thank you so much.
I flew once as a passenger in a Legend Cub. Windows open, along the coastline of the Pacific Ocean on a beautiful 75 degree day. Was the absolute best hour of flying I've ever had. I totally get the passion people have for these airplanes. I have a PPL, but have only ever flown nosewheel aircraft.
One door is awesome, two I can only imagine! Legend Cubs are great 👍 What I do know, there’s something about the simplicity of a Cub that doesn’t get old…
Hi this is the first time seeing your channel. I've always been interested in the cub and flying. I've never been up in a cub. Really enjoyed your tour
Learned to fly in 1976 in a 1940 J3. Moved up to nose rollers to finish off all the nav/radio work to get private. Bought a 1941 Aeronca 65TAC and rebuilt it for the most part. Kept it 5 years then took flying job. Did that gig for 18 years, moved to flying a mahogany desk for next 26 years. Had kids to raise until they grew up and left the nest. Hadn't flown anything for 26+ years. On a whim bought a 46 J3 65 around 8 years ago. Got BFR in C172. Waited a week before Cub got ferried to me. Jumped in and took to the skies. Just like I'd flown it yesterday after all that time. Done over 1,000 take off and landings in this Cub and fly as much as I can - when I can. It's a good hands off plane in smooth air. Done a LOT of work over the years on it. Just love to fly the Cub now. Low and slow is a hell-of-a-lot-more-fun than go fast glass cockpit nose rollers. Looks like your's gets the attention it needs and looks really nice inside. I had a bunch of spaghetti wires all over the place, then did some upgrades. Based in and fly a lot within Mode C veil so just decided to bite the bullet with all necessary stuff to be 2020 compliant even though never had electrical system. Have wind driven alternator that keeps everything charged. Fun and highly recognized aircraft. Best toy I've ever had!
Awesome... I'm glad to hear you jumped back into something that really allows you to enjoy real flying again. Early morning and evenings is when I like to fly most. Also, being 2020 compliant is a good thing. I would like to at least get the BOM to mount under the wing. Do you know much about that bolt on option using the Ipad?
@@Blaircraft.Engines My Cub as the BPE14 alternator - mounted between gear legs. www.basicaircraft.com/gallery/turbo-alternator-bpe-14.asp STC kit, it provides plenty of power to run Becker 4201 Radio, Garmin Transponder, Garmin GDL 82 ADSB out, Intercom, ADSB-in, an iPad and/or Tablet. Made avionics rack on tubes near the overhead window. Best part- NO wires running all over the place
That would be great. J3’s are simple & super fun! I prefer to fly mornings and evenings, but calm days are always good. Have you flown a tailwheel yet?
Hi Joshua. Great video. I just bought a 1946 J3 on floats. I have fallen in love. Light aircraft for me were a means to an end(Airline pilot) but this beauty changed all that. Now that I’m an aircraft owner, I wish instead of getting a degree in aviation, that part was fine, but instead of wasting my time on business classes, which for me I had no interest, but if they would offer say an A&P course, wow that would have been right up my alley. Anyway enough about me, great channel, brand new subscriber. Looking forward to looking more at your videos. Thanks. I think you asked what we might want to see, for me Mechanical stuff. What breaks, what doesn’t. What to look for etc. oh how about(maybe you have) an oil change video. Already know I need to learn to safety wire! Would love to go back to school, A and P!! Congratulations on earning that! Sorry about the long winded reply!! Take care.
Appreciate the comment! A J3 on floats sounds like a great time for sure... In the next 1-2 yrs, I'm planning to get my seaplane rating. Do you plan to help with annual inspections? You can actually do a fair amount of preventive maintenance as the aircraft owner. You can sign log book entries for preventive maintenance. Also, it's never too late to go for your A&P! I don't have an oil change video, however I show the oil screen cleaning portion of the oil change. I'll share that link if you've not watch it yet. czcams.com/video/Z1tjsp9NfMc/video.html I will keep your suggestions in mind. Thanks again. Fly safe and be blessed!
@@Blaircraft.Engines thanks appreciate the link. I watched it. That’s really the part of oil change I wanted to see. Nice work on that video too….You will love the rating, are you planning on doing it in a cub? What a pleasure to fly! Yes i love working on cars, so I want to do what I can. Oil, plugs, general overview I guess is about it, or can I clean the gasgalator(spelled wrong I bet) too? That would be a good video too. Yes true never to late! Thanks for the great videos! Take care. Bob.
Nice setup. Got some ideas for my J3. Own one since a few weeks, and so LOVE flying her! I have a question: Do you mount GoPros outside? And if so, where and how? I do usually a lot of filming during flights, but not so sure, where to put the cameras on the J3.
I have a small simple bracket back on the tail handle and I also made a couple for the landing gear. If you'd like to see the landing gear brackets, here's the video link: czcams.com/video/IWOsuzxIFOU/video.html
I just discovered your channel and love it! I fly a Piper L4 with no electric system with an Odyssey battery to power the starter. Currently using an Icom A25 for radio, with a portable Intercom similar to yours, but plan to install a TRIG TY91. Do you think I Can use the same battery for both the starter and the radio? Thanks.
Awesome. Thanks for the comment! I was going to purchase a L4 15 yrs ago. (Wish I had) It should be just fine using the battery for both, I would be sure to have the radio off when cranking to help preserve the battery.
I’ve flown a WACO, old bi-planes are a very cool experience. As for ADS-B, I have use the iPad mini with the Status2S. I use it in the J3 and in my new to me PA-16 Clipper.
It’s stock for the ‘46 Cub, I love the view. If anything I think I would like the Piper L4, Military version even more with more visibility in the back.
Learned to fly a J3 in 1969 and always had a desire to get a PA-18 someday but alas prices for even a beat up example just became absurd. Even J3's are overpriced now. I get the nostalgia aspect and all but about ten years ago I picked up a 90hp 7EC Champ for half of what people were asking for J3's and despite being a born and bred "Cub guy" who had an ingrained bias against Champs the thing has really grown on me. So if you yearn for a Cub but balk at the price take a serious look at the Champ, especially the 90hp 7EC. Lots of bargains out there.
Yes. The price of J3’s sure have went up and up. I personally haven’t flown a champ but I know people enjoy them as well. For the money, you can get a nicer champ and more hp for less than 30k. I always refer to the J3 like a 69 Camaro, it’s a classic and that’s why it cost more. (Somewhat true)
bit of advice if your working as a A and P make sure your own airplane looks good and this cubs seen better days no way i 'd want the same work done to something i dropped alot money on .. Dump time into it and mke it right !
What concerns you about it? “Spare Parts” has a grubby look for a few reasons. From a mechanical stand point, it’s in top shape. The airframe is extremely straight and honestly this second owner Cub is more solid than most. I understand the grubby look might send a different vibe to some. I’ll have to share the story behind it soon along with more unseen details.
@@Blaircraft.Engines I thought your plane looked pretty sweet, I wouldn’t think twice about flying “Spare Parts” just wish I could do it from the front.
The shroud around the exhaust can either allow heat inside the cabin or the carburetor. There is a pull knob in the dash for the cabin heat. Surprisingly the cub has a pretty decent heater, although it does come from the front towards the back. Did I describe that clear enough? 😁
@@Blaircraft.Engines Nope. You have to open the canopy to get to it. Sonex does sell a bag and bulkhead cover, but I made my own out of ABS. With the smoke oil tank in the way, it's more of "hat rack." czcams.com/video/P1qXR1kUU18/video.html
I don’t think so. From the back seat, which is where you fly from solo (pilot in command) the rudder and brakes controls are pretty close. However during the engine run up, it’s hard to reach the carb heat forward of the door. But there’s a easy modification for this though. Are you currently flying anything?
I realize the line of thinking here is keep as much original as possible, but it escapes me why any Cub owner, who regularly flies it, would settle for the use of those original seats. I want my fat ass in a firm, modern seat, with headrest in the rear seat and both more ergonomic and durable, and include some larger crash harnesses. Secondly, why not install say, a dash mounted Attitude Indicator? For a Tail Dragger, this would add such a larger degree of safety to know precisely where you are, particularly if youre caught suddenly in IMC with updrafts. So much crash and Vestibular Illusion avoidance with that single instrument. Lastly, was hoping since back in the day they didnt have any of this, a source where I can find any published specs on the Cub beyond its original POH, such as W&B, etc.? That "20lb" in Luggage Compartment is a gas! Like, how do they know what everyone weighs, lol?!! Personally I would remove that sign and put it in storage just in case some knucklehead trys to rely on it. Anyways, great professionally produced video! Please try to answer my question on addtl. specs too if you can, and Take Care!
I haven't flown much, but take a lesson every now & then for fun. My BEST flight was a circa 1940 WACO biplane. The owner let me do lazy eights. Constructive criticism: lose the background noise! The subject & your narration of it is great. The addition of distracting, monotonous & annoying music ruined the vid for me. I tried shutting off the volume and reading captions, but that's not really great either.
Poor instructions on what you are discussing. Give detail you are an A&P so I would expect a better pre- flight with such a basic aircraft. Come dude do better.
This my favorite airplane for what i would actually do in real life
Took my first lesson in a J3 Cub back in 1978, never lost the love of that friendly little plane, it may not get you there in a big ole hurry but when you do get there, you'll have a big ole smile on your face. Comfy as the living room couch.........................with wings. Cheers
I’ve been flying “Spare Parts” about 13 years. Simple and a blast. I enjoy 360 turns with the door open (summer only)!
For us r/c flyers, your detailed description is first rate and very helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for the feedback!
I grew up around my dads tailwheel airplanes, got my license in a Cherokee 140 in high school and hated flying that way. I became a dad at 22 and gave up flying until about 4 years ago when my Dad and I bought a J3 from a friend. I’ve been flying the pants off of it since then. I really enjoy the simplicity and rugged versatility of the J3. Even with 65 hp, it is a very capable airplane when you use it wisely. Wisdom comes from mistakes, and mine has been a great teacher. I’ve learned way more about mountain flying with a J3 in WV than I ever expected!
Awesome story. Good for you! Yeah I love the simplicity of the J3, it’s kinda like home to me now after flying it over the past 14 years. So your Dad flys the J3 as well? West Virginia sounds like a perfect place for a Cub… love the Appalachian mountains!
Building a Pietenpol. Thanks for posting. Greetings from Africa.
Great video! I had a pretty large (1/4 scale) RC model of this airplane and I loved it. Felt like learning what the cockpit on a real one looked like so I found your video. At 4:43 it blew my mind to hear that the rear seat is for solo flying. Would you mind explaining why that is? Isn't it inconvenient, being farther from the indicators, front window etc?
I fly a J3C-65 built in 1946, one year after I was born. I truly like flying it but I like your version of the instrument panel. I can see it's been only slightly modified with the turn-slip indicator and the Hobbs. One thing somewhat difficult in a J3C is the amount of muscle needed in the back seat during taxi. I've heard that mentioned on other Cub videos on youtube. I got my PPL in 1991 but am only now getting around to tail wheel. I received my log book signoff about a month ago and have not been able to fly it since. A month ago (February) I got my certification, the Tennessee weather improved for a week but my wife had surgery. I still work every day and I'm the boss so I can't be fired but work does get in the way with my flying. I used to spend a lot of time sailing on one of the TVA lakes but the months I avoided were June, July and August. There was no wind. Now I'm waiting for those months so that I'll have a better time flying. I am a recreational pilot now and am not looking for challenges. Rough crosswinds, which I was luckly enough to practice with a CFI, are not recreational flying. I consider those conditions as "survival landing". click on my photo and you'll see what I've been doing for the last 50 years.
Yeah this J3 has a pre war panel. It sure is a solid straight flying J3 though. Approx 1100 hrs TT and its been kept well. The backseat and even more front seat is somewhat a challenge just getting in and out honestly. (gets much better with practice)
However, taxing and flying isn’t too bad to catch on to. it’s such a simple and very nice aircraft to fly.
Tennessee is such a beautiful state. The months you mentioned will be a great time for you to get more experience! Enjoy! Appreciate the comment. Thanks!
Also, I purchased a PA-16 last fall which I’ll be sharing here very soon.
The last time I flew in a J-3 was 1974. I love this aircraft for its simplicity.
Simple indeed...
I flew a Cub a couple of times a few years ago and loved everything about it. It had a radio that didn't work and a compass that was about 45 degrees out and it smelled of old aeroplane. Utterly glorious.
Awesome video Josh!
Thanks Nick!
Sweet! My son is sitting on my lap watching too and agrees. 👍 Probably the most thorough J3 interior "checkout" I've ever seen.
Awesome. Good to hear! I like to give people a chance to really see what I'm talking about if they would like to.
Very nice video. Love flying J3. Flying the way it was meant to be.
A simple classic for sure!
Great tour of the innards of a classic! Thanks so much for taking the time to make the video.
No problem. I love the simplicity of the J3. Thanks for the comment!
@@Blaircraft.Engines I'm an RC modeler and am just about to add an interior to my 1/4 scale Cub. This video really helps me out. Gotta love the Cub!
Wonderful! Only just getting into the world of private flying. I love the Piper Cub. This was a great tour of the actual workings of the aircraft. Thank you so much.
Awesome! Thanks for your feedback. FYI I'll be sharing extra this week as I'll be at the Oshkosh Airventure.
I flew once as a passenger in a Legend Cub. Windows open, along the coastline of the Pacific Ocean on a beautiful 75 degree day. Was the absolute best hour of flying I've ever had. I totally get the passion people have for these airplanes. I have a PPL, but have only ever flown nosewheel aircraft.
One door is awesome, two I can only imagine! Legend Cubs are great 👍
What I do know, there’s something about the simplicity of a Cub that doesn’t get old…
Hi Josh, love the videos, im doing my first Cub flight Tail dragging rating today.
Very helpful, thanks Mate!
Thanks! Hope your first Cub flight went well!
Hi this is the first time seeing your channel. I've always been interested in the cub and flying. I've never been up in a cub. Really enjoyed your tour
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your comment. I also did an exterior walk around if you didn’t notice yet.
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Hi Josh first time on . Yes I have flown in aj3. Your video. Is great I look forward to seeing you more thank you sir.
Awesome. Thanks for your comment! Make it a great day!
Love the J3 Cub never had a chance to fly one hoping to soon
That would be great, you’ll love it. Simple and never gets old. Have flown in a tailwheel before?
Learned to fly in 1976 in a 1940 J3. Moved up to nose rollers to finish off all the nav/radio work to get private. Bought a 1941 Aeronca 65TAC and rebuilt it for the most part. Kept it 5 years then took flying job. Did that gig for 18 years, moved to flying a mahogany desk for next 26 years. Had kids to raise until they grew up and left the nest. Hadn't flown anything for 26+ years. On a whim bought a 46 J3 65 around 8 years ago. Got BFR in C172. Waited a week before Cub got ferried to me. Jumped in and took to the skies. Just like I'd flown it yesterday after all that time. Done over 1,000 take off and landings in this Cub and fly as much as I can - when I can. It's a good hands off plane in smooth air. Done a LOT of work over the years on it. Just love to fly the Cub now. Low and slow is a hell-of-a-lot-more-fun than go fast glass cockpit nose rollers.
Looks like your's gets the attention it needs and looks really nice inside. I had a bunch of spaghetti wires all over the place, then did some upgrades. Based in and fly a lot within Mode C veil so just decided to bite the bullet with all necessary stuff to be 2020 compliant even though never had electrical system. Have wind driven alternator that keeps everything charged. Fun and highly recognized aircraft. Best toy I've ever had!
Awesome... I'm glad to hear you jumped back into something that really allows you to enjoy real flying again. Early morning and evenings is when I like to fly most. Also, being 2020 compliant is a good thing. I would like to at least get the BOM to mount under the wing. Do you know much about that bolt on option using the Ipad?
@@Blaircraft.Engines My Cub as the BPE14 alternator - mounted between gear legs. www.basicaircraft.com/gallery/turbo-alternator-bpe-14.asp STC kit, it provides plenty of power to run Becker 4201 Radio, Garmin Transponder, Garmin GDL 82 ADSB out, Intercom, ADSB-in, an iPad and/or Tablet. Made avionics rack on tubes near the overhead window. Best part- NO wires running all over the place
@@avflyguy Interesting... I'll check it out. Thanks!
Hey Josh! Its Jared Cable! Nice videos, you've done a lot of work to the cub since you took me up!
Hey Jared! It's been years! 10+? Good you hear from you! Yeah "Spare Parts" is a high tech cub now... haha!
Great job 👍 looks like a good solid flyer. Liked 👍 and subscribed 👍 hello from the Kentucky mountains. Happy landing's 👍
Kentucky is beautiful. I lived near Lexington/Winchester several years ago.
Thanks, thinking hard on buying a J3 soon.
That would be great. J3’s are simple & super fun! I prefer to fly mornings and evenings, but calm days are always good. Have you flown a tailwheel yet?
Joshua Ryan Blair , yes lots of TW. Even a little j3 time.
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Welcome. Thanks for watching!
Great video bro!😁👍🏼
Thanks! 👍 appreciate the feedback.
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Hi Joshua. Great video. I just bought a 1946 J3 on floats. I have fallen in love. Light aircraft for me were a means to an end(Airline pilot) but this beauty changed all that. Now that I’m an aircraft owner, I wish instead of getting a degree in aviation, that part was fine, but instead of wasting my time on business classes, which for me I had no interest, but if they would offer say an A&P course, wow that would have been right up my alley. Anyway enough about me, great channel, brand new subscriber. Looking forward to looking more at your videos. Thanks. I think you asked what we might want to see, for me Mechanical stuff. What breaks, what doesn’t. What to look for etc. oh how about(maybe you have) an oil change video. Already know I need to learn to safety wire! Would love to go back to school, A and P!! Congratulations on earning that! Sorry about the long winded reply!! Take care.
Appreciate the comment! A J3 on floats sounds like a great time for sure... In the next 1-2 yrs, I'm planning to get my seaplane rating.
Do you plan to help with annual inspections? You can actually do a fair amount of preventive maintenance as the aircraft owner. You can sign log book entries for preventive maintenance.
Also, it's never too late to go for your A&P!
I don't have an oil change video, however I show the oil screen cleaning portion of the oil change. I'll share that link if you've not watch it yet.
czcams.com/video/Z1tjsp9NfMc/video.html
I will keep your suggestions in mind. Thanks again. Fly safe and be blessed!
@@Blaircraft.Engines thanks appreciate the link. I watched it. That’s really the part of oil change I wanted to see. Nice work on that video too….You will love the rating, are you planning on doing it in a cub? What a pleasure to fly! Yes i love working on cars, so I want to do what I can. Oil, plugs, general overview I guess is about it, or can I clean the gasgalator(spelled wrong I bet) too? That would be a good video too. Yes true never to late! Thanks for the great videos! Take care.
Bob.
Nice setup. Got some ideas for my J3. Own one since a few weeks, and so LOVE flying her! I have a question: Do you mount GoPros outside? And if so, where and how? I do usually a lot of filming during flights, but not so sure, where to put the cameras on the J3.
I have a small simple bracket back on the tail handle and I also made a couple for the landing gear. If you'd like to see the landing gear brackets, here's the video link: czcams.com/video/IWOsuzxIFOU/video.html
Awesome videos. All my friends have cubs and I am currently looking to purchase one myself. I have a private 1200' grass strip.
Sounds great. Do you have any obstacles on either end?
@@Blaircraft.Engines No, great clearway and options.
The Bailing Wire and Bubble Gum are missing from your little tool bag . 😁😱
Thanks for the J3 videos !!
Maybe not a bad idea... Thanks for your feedback!
I just discovered your channel and love it!
I fly a Piper L4 with no electric system with an Odyssey battery to power the starter. Currently using an Icom A25 for radio, with a portable Intercom similar to yours, but plan to install a TRIG TY91. Do you think I Can use the same battery for both the starter and the radio?
Thanks.
Awesome. Thanks for the comment! I was going to purchase a L4 15 yrs ago. (Wish I had) It should be just fine using the battery for both, I would be sure to have the radio off when cranking to help preserve the battery.
@@Blaircraft.Engines Thanks for the answer.
Best regards,
Thank you, really very interesting, is there a fuel gauge??
The cork attached to a wire in the header tank, that’s it!
Got my tailwheel in a J3 and a Stearman. Soon to be a proud owner of a 46 J3.
Do you use anything for ADS-B IN for traffic? Stratux? Stratus?
I’ve flown a WACO, old bi-planes are a very cool experience. As for ADS-B, I have use the iPad mini with the Status2S. I use it in the J3 and in my new to me PA-16 Clipper.
Do you like the full open plexiglass canopy? Or would you prefer stock middle strip canopy?
It’s stock for the ‘46 Cub, I love the view. If anything I think I would like the Piper L4, Military version even more with more visibility in the back.
I have never flown one , the only airplane i have flown is the cessna 172 but when i get my own plane i will probably buy one of these
I learned in a Skyhawk. After a couple hundred hours I started flying the J3, Totally different flying. 😎
@@Blaircraft.Engines hell yeah I believe that , I would probably end up loving the J3 alot more
Learned to fly a J3 in 1969 and always had a desire to get a PA-18 someday but alas prices for even a beat up example just became absurd. Even J3's are overpriced now. I get the nostalgia aspect and all but about ten years ago I picked up a 90hp 7EC Champ for half of what people were asking for J3's and despite being a born and bred "Cub guy" who had an ingrained bias against Champs the thing has really grown on me. So if you yearn for a Cub but balk at the price take a serious look at the Champ, especially the 90hp 7EC. Lots of bargains out there.
Yes. The price of J3’s sure have went up and up. I personally haven’t flown a champ but I know people enjoy them as well. For the money, you can get a nicer champ and more hp for less than 30k.
I always refer to the J3 like a 69 Camaro, it’s a classic and that’s why it cost more. (Somewhat true)
bit of advice if your working as a A and P make sure your own airplane looks good and this cubs seen better days no way i 'd want the same work done to something i dropped alot money on .. Dump time into it and mke it right !
What concerns you about it?
“Spare Parts” has a grubby look for a few reasons. From a mechanical stand point, it’s in top shape. The airframe is extremely straight and honestly this second owner Cub is more solid than most. I understand the grubby look might send a different vibe to some.
I’ll have to share the story behind it soon along with more unseen details.
@@Blaircraft.Engines I thought your plane looked pretty sweet, I wouldn’t think twice about flying “Spare Parts” just wish I could do it from the front.
how does cabin heat work?
The shroud around the exhaust can either allow heat inside the cabin or the carburetor. There is a pull knob in the dash for the cabin heat.
Surprisingly the cub has a pretty decent heater, although it does come from the front towards the back.
Did I describe that clear enough? 😁
What do you have for radios?
I just use an older Sporty's SP-200 hand held radio.
Is the canvas baggage compartment standard on a J3? I'm starting to think that's what I should've done on my Sonex...
Yes, every Cub I've ever flown.
Right on!
Does the baggage on the Sonex have a door? I’m not to familiar, even though I’ve looked at a few when I’ve been to OSH.
@@Blaircraft.Engines Nope. You have to open the canopy to get to it. Sonex does sell a bag and bulkhead cover, but I made my own out of ABS. With the smoke oil tank in the way, it's more of "hat rack."
czcams.com/video/P1qXR1kUU18/video.html
Of course, being Experimental, I guess there's nothing stopping someone from adding a door to the turtledeck similar to a Mooney.
Would a short person have trouble flying it I'm 5' tall?
I don’t think so. From the back seat, which is where you fly from solo (pilot in command) the rudder and brakes controls are pretty close.
However during the engine run up, it’s hard to reach the carb heat forward of the door. But there’s a easy modification for this though.
Are you currently flying anything?
@@Blaircraft.Engines
Yes..
@@rafaeltorres2886 Awesome. Any tailwheel time yet? The J3 is so simple and just awesome.
I realize the line of thinking here is keep as much original as possible, but it escapes me why any Cub owner, who regularly flies it, would settle for the use of those original seats. I want my fat ass in a firm, modern seat, with headrest in the rear seat and both more ergonomic and durable, and include some larger crash harnesses.
Secondly, why not install say, a dash mounted Attitude Indicator? For a Tail Dragger, this would add such a larger degree of safety to know precisely where you are, particularly if youre caught suddenly in IMC with updrafts. So much crash and Vestibular Illusion avoidance with that single instrument.
Lastly, was hoping since back in the day they didnt have any of this, a source where I can find any published specs on the Cub beyond its original POH, such as W&B, etc.? That "20lb" in Luggage Compartment is a gas! Like, how do they know what everyone weighs, lol?!! Personally I would remove that sign and put it in storage just in case some knucklehead trys to rely on it.
Anyways, great professionally produced video! Please try to answer my question on addtl. specs too if you can, and Take Care!
I like the plane but too simple for me personally.
Yes… I bet you’d love it though! It’s definitely a different type of flying.
I haven't flown much, but take a lesson every now & then for fun. My BEST flight was a circa 1940 WACO biplane. The owner let me do lazy eights.
Constructive criticism: lose the background noise!
The subject & your narration of it is great. The addition of distracting, monotonous & annoying music ruined the vid for me. I tried shutting off the volume and reading captions, but that's not really great either.
Josh, if you have an email address that you are willing to give out...
Other owners of J3- aircraft could send videos to be added, be fun.
John, You can email me at: blairpilot@gmail.com
Poor instructions on what you are discussing. Give detail you are an A&P so I would expect a better pre- flight with such a basic aircraft. Come dude do better.
I tried to keep things general in this video, it’s more of a show and tell style of the inside. Thanks for your comment, make it a great weekend!
I should be flying in a cub in a couple of weeks. what is the primary piece of advice you would give someone?
I started out with wheel landings, I think that’s a good approach. Do you have any tailwheel time yet?