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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
PostPosted: 03 Apr 2017, 22:06 
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In turbulence or ice, I like to rest my knee on the trim wheel so I can feel the AP working. It really is in the perfect spot.


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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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One thing I'd add to your list is that the trim setting on landing is the same setting for takeoff (in our 421)...missing trim on the checklist is a non-event.
These planes aren't as 'difficult' as they're made out to be.


Mine is very different. Resetting takes a few seconds (up) with the electric trim before takeoff. I generally land with full flaps. Not that it's unflyable if I forget, it just takes some force to rotate and fly off.


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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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Those motors could benefit from a little tuning. They'll last longer, will be more reliable, and you and your plane will be happier. I would be glad to talk you through it if that is helpful.

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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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I like the appearance of the 340, even more so than the 421. It's tall & nicely proportioned. And that is a purty one! :woot:
The only "complaint" I hear now & then in the 421 (I wonder if the 340 may be similar) is that the copilot seat can't slide back far enough for the long legged guys, because of the bulkhead behind the seat. This comes from non-pilot folks who want to avoid inadvertantly resting their hooves on the rudder pedals, while a pilot instinctively tends to be in position to fly the plane if necessary.


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I like the appearance of the 340, even more so than the 421. It's tall & nicely proportioned. And that is a purty one! :woot:
The only "complaint" I hear now & then in the 421 (I wonder if the 340 may be similar) is that the copilot seat can't slide back far enough for the long legged guys, because of the bulkhead behind the seat. This comes from non-pilot folks who want to avoid inadvertantly resting their hooves on the rudder pedals, while a pilot instinctively tends to be in position to fly the plane if necessary.




I'm not sure. I do my best to avoid the copilot seat. :cheers:


421--that's top dog. Tons of room.


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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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The only "complaint" I hear now & then in the 421 (I wonder if the 340 may be similar) is that the copilot seat can't slide back far enough for the long legged guys, because of the bulkhead behind the seat.


There is no bulkhead behind the seat in a 340. Though I have no idea how far the seat slides back relative to a 421.


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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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I really surprises me that no one ever talks about just reupholstering the seats in their aircraft for a custom fit. For less than topping the tanks off you could take the copilot seat to a good shop and get it custom made for a taller person. With the different memory foams, etc. available today it would be an easy job. Then, get an insert for "normal" sized pilots/passengers.

People can say what they want about the Cezzna brand, but the 340 is an outstanding design and a "can do" airplane.

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Anyone looking for a clean, straight and original Cessna 340 may want to call Gary Main at Main turbo, he is looking to step down to a Bonanza. Very clean all original, hangared in dry climate, no boots or air conditioning but, vry nice low time aircraft.


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 Post subject: Re: Cessna 340BS
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Anyone looking for a clean, straight and original Cessna 340 may want to call Gary Main at Main turbo, he is looking to step down to a Bonanza. Very clean all original, hangared in dry climate, no boots or air conditioning but, vry nice low time aircraft.



These 340 really need AC and RAM. Big difference in use ability.


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They are great machines - I loved flying mine, but I didn't love owning it. I worked out that I needed to have something fixed / maintained for about every 10-15 hours that I flew, and mine was a good example of the type that had been well cared for. They are old, complex machines with lots of moving parts.

I recently 'stepped down' back into a bonanza, have flown 50 hours since the annual in July and my only expense has been fuel. A refreshing change. I do miss aspects of the 340 though - they are a delight to travel places in. Big, stable, comfortable and capable.

I can understand the lure of moving up into the pressurised, turbo-charged twin cessna life, but I also understand the desire to move back to something simpler... I felt like I was always sitting there waiting for the next thing to fail.

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They are great machines - I loved flying mine, but I didn't love owning it. I worked out that I needed to have something fixed / maintained for about every 10-15 hours that I flew, and mine was a good example of the type that had been well cared for. They are old, complex machines with lots of moving parts.


Was it mandatory for you to comply with SIDS in Australia? If so, I wonder to what extent the additional requirements impacted your maintenance expense. Would a US owner find the maintenance as onerous when given the option to defer items you couldn't.


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KCLW to 28J.


What's up with the door warning light on? Cool plane, I'll be at 28J next week playing with aircraft doors in flight.


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