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d.grimm
12-27-2017, 03:11 PM
Picked up a new project, 1938 Culver Dart.
Looking for a 150 hp Tri-Pacer firewall forward to replace
the 90 hp Lambert.
Dave

Rick-CAS
12-27-2017, 07:00 PM
I love the looks of the Dart. The only problem I have with it is it’s a tight fit for me. I’m not a 1930’s average pilot. Six foot and size 13 feet don’t fit in many antiques well.

smcnutt
12-28-2017, 07:31 AM
Very cool. When you say "project" what stage is that? Well, beyond the typical "50% completed with 90% to go" reply :icon_wink:

d.grimm
12-28-2017, 08:51 AM
It needs new wooden wings and ailerons built.
A engine that can be flown and repaired.
New cover (obviously) and upgrades to make it a reliable
daily flyer, brakes, radio’s.
The biggest trick will be to keep it a certified airplane.
Dave

N2803P
12-28-2017, 09:21 PM
Have Fun with the Dart!, I just completed a CulverCadet, very cool era, difficult to restore because of so few built, makes a shortwing seem like a quickbuild kit, fully supported by the factory. 1284512845

tjlebaron
12-29-2017, 04:41 PM
Picked up a new project, 1938 Culver Dart.
Looking for a 150 hp Tri-Pacer firewall forward to replace
the 90 hp Lambert.
Dave

What are you wanting in a "Tri-Pacer firewall forward? A good core or a ready to fly engine?

d.grimm
12-29-2017, 05:58 PM
Good core on the actual engine, but I need everything. Cowl, engine mount, exhaust, prop and accessories.
Dave

N2803P
12-30-2017, 08:07 PM
128511940 Culver Cadet, wingspan is 27 feet, that is over 2 feet shorter than my Shortwing.
125 mph on 75 hp, no electrics, no radios, no adsb, no worries, (also no sand bars, no extra baggage, no night, no ifr). quick and efficient for a flat lander.

rsrguy3
11-18-2023, 09:27 PM
How did your dart go?

d.grimm
11-27-2023, 09:05 PM
Ended up selling, health reasons☹️

Steve Pierce
11-28-2023, 07:42 AM
Ended up selling, health reasons☹️
Sorry to hear that David.

rsrguy3
11-28-2023, 08:39 AM
Same here. Keep fighting, God bless you.

andya
11-29-2023, 09:05 PM
Also sorry to hear Dave