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Hold Fast Apparel Review

Hold Fast Apparel Review

Researchers have found that the average T-shirt has the potential to be read as many as 3,000 times in its lifespan. Since 1987, Kerusso has been designing apparel that shares the Good News of Jesus Christ through what they term as T-Shirt Evangelism. With free speech and traditional American values being assaulted from every direction, Kerusso launched the Hold Fast brand in 2019 to “Fight the good fight of faith.” (1 Tim 6:12) My Review I first noticed Hold Fast…

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Grease Monkey Gab Episodes 1-5, Thoughts of an Aircraft Mechanic

Grease Monkey Gab Episodes 1-5, Thoughts of an Aircraft Mechanic

When I started working as an aircraft mechanic, the job also came with a 1 hour plus commute in each direction. So what do I do over that time, listen to music? Audio books? I’m also a content creator, so why not…… create content! Episode # 1: You Have to Go Where Opportunity Is In this episode, I talk about getting out of my comfort zone and choosing to take on a long commute. I really don’t like them anymore,…

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BEST Tools for New Aircraft Mechanics

BEST Tools for New Aircraft Mechanics

If you’re just starting out as an aircraft mechanic apprentice or you’re getting ready to finish school, you’re probably wondering what tools you’ll actually need once you get out in the field. Here is my list of the Top 10 tools I actually use on the job: We’re assuming you already have the basics like screwdrivers, wrenches and socket sets. You need a good quality toolbox to work out of, but don’t go into debt getting the biggest fanciest box…

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5 Ways to Get Your A&P Licenses

5 Ways to Get Your A&P Licenses

If you want to become an FAA certified aircraft mechanic, there’s multiple ways to do it, but how really all depends on you and where you’re at in your life. This video explains your options and the pros and cons of doing so: 1. School This is the most common way for the majority of people. Hit the books and go to class for 1-2 years and take your A&P tests. If you’re fresh out of High School, this is…

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A New Career Path: Aircraft Mechanic Apprentice

A New Career Path: Aircraft Mechanic Apprentice

After a varied career in automotive, manufacturing and then laboratory testing, I’ve gone back to my hands-on busted knuckle mechanical roots. So, how do you combine a passion for aviation with a desire to work with your hands? Become an aircraft mechanic of course! Ok, but I’m married with children and have a mortgage how do I do that? Well there’s a few options, all of which I talk about here: Was it Easy to Do? Absolutely not! After multiple…

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BEST Way to Crimp Delphi Weatherpack Connectors

BEST Way to Crimp Delphi Weatherpack Connectors

One of our most popular videos covered building and crimping Delphi Weatherpack electrical connectors. But there was one thing missing according to our viewers, good close up shots of the process! So, we invested in better camera equipment and this is the result: For more in depth detail on the connectors and each of the steps, check out the original video: I use the standard Delphi crimper and pin removal tools found HERE. Also, if you’re just getting started with…

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My Top 10 Pilot Christmas Gift Ideas

My Top 10 Pilot Christmas Gift Ideas

Looking for the perfect gift for the aviator or aviatrix in your life? We’re a rare breed and can be tough to shop for. Don’t fret, here’s my Top 10 gift ideas for this 2020 holiday season. Let’s get this party started! 1. Heated Vest I was never a big vest guy, honestly thought they were kinda silly. Then I started flying and it all made sense. Plenty of warmth for your core without all the extra bulk in the…

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Fall Flying Fun

Fall Flying Fun

As the icy grips of winter begin to envelop the Northeast, I’ve been reflecting on some of the fun flights and gorgeous sights I got to experience. Some centered one even in particular, the EAA Chapter 855 Poker Run. I won’t spoil the video, but with everything 2020 brought us (and took away), it was great to at least have one good aviation event to look forward to. If you’re new to the concept of a poker run, participants travel…

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A New Home, A New Drive

A New Home, A New Drive

It has been some time hasn’t it? With everything going on in the world, I decided to take some time off from content creation to focus on my family. But don’t worry, work on the Sonex continued until I was finally able to move it to it’s new home. It’s finally back together as intended, and I’m in the middle of tying up a few loose ends before finishing a condition inspection. Then, that all important first flight. I got…

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Sonex Rehab Project Update

Sonex Rehab Project Update

It’s all coming together, albeit a bit later than I had hoped. Isn’t that always the way? Here is my most recent update video: Update to the Update Since the video was published, I now have everything I need here in the Left Seat garage to finish this project. Still working out some details with the graphics. It’s actually quite difficult to find someone to make them right now with all this Covid-19 business. My Aero Conversions throttle is still…

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