I Bought A Flying Boat... Sitting for Years

[@orvjudd1383]

Jimmy, I trained in an aircraft with a 912. When you burp the engine,first check the oil on the dip stick. It should read low. Then spin the prop with about 3 to 4 full revolutions. You should hear two to three expressive burps. That will push the oil back up into the engine. Wipe the dip stick and reinsert. If there is a proper amount of oil the dipstick will read full. If not full add as needed. It is important to do this before starting when the aircraft has sat for more than a couple hours. Do not overfill. I learned this routine from my flight instructor who is also an A&P.

[@TJBrennan58]

I have to say jimmy, in all the years I have been watching your videos, this is in the top 10 coolest planes you've purchased. Rock on!

[@400AGLNET]

Better than top 10 imho...

[@thorstenpannwitz2345]

I´m flying an motorglider with rotax. The reason of turning before ist because of the dry sump lubrication. So your oil sump is the can. So when turning your pumping the oil back in the can until ist sounds like your toilet.That´s what we all do at first. Then there is a marking on the dipstck min and max. by the flat spot. If your in between it´s fine until your over minimum in cold. In warm ist rises itself a bit by getting, hotter. And be aware to have the magneto´s off before turning!! The rotax need´s chike when cold just für a minute after starting you can turm off the choke. And there is normally an add. electric fuel pump while starting and take off should be on.

[@tjnucnuc]

Weird grammar and wording

[@scottmanley]

912ULS engine isn't a snowmobile engine, it's exactly the engine I have on my plane. Also, engine manufacturer requires overhaul after 15 years, so, that might be something you need to consider.

[@brendangardam710]

You only need a calender time rebuild if it's in a certified aircraft not experimental.

[@helloworld9811]

Fly Safe!

[@ImBradCrites]

@@brendangardam710 but there's a difference between what you need to do and what you should do.

[@DoktorBayerischeMotorenWerke]

@@ImBradCrites If the compression is good and it passes inspection? it doesn't need a certified overhaul.

[@ImBradCrites]

@ you do you.

[@Patshes]

WOW!! You never stop surprising us! Hope you show us how you take off and land the thing. On water of course.

[@lesb3481]

Very nice to see another abandoned aircraft rescue.

[@WAZZUjohn03]

This is my favorite type of Jimmy content. I think this one needs to fly and I look forward to following along as you earn a couple of new certs.

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Jimmy, I think an oil change and some fresh gas and you should be good to go. I'd keep the bicycle water bottle. Looking forward to the next video! Thanks for Sharing! 🙃🙂

[@davidfarrish9000]

Love the videos. Jimmy is almost the Diesel Creek of aviation. Missed you for the last month or so Jimmy I flew over your airport on Wednesday checking out a RV 7A, didn’t see anyone around. Cannot wait for the next instalment on this plane.

[@biffgordon8468]

Looks like a Rotax 912 on top. Not a snow mobile engine! Designed for aircraft. TBO can be between 1200 and 2000 hours depending on model.

[@Iflyagrasshopper]

Yes a dual ignition 4 stroke designed specifically for aircraft. Not a snowmobile engine unless there’s cocaine involved.😂

[@darrelrobbins]

@@biffgordon8468 how else could they charge $165 for air filters (and you need 2)

[@jimmywalton4812]

I watched one of these crash with a demo pilot and prospective buyer at the Sebring LSA show years ago. I also have 250 hours in a SeaRey. Yes, they both perished from the low altitude stall spin turning from upwind to crosswind and adding power at the same time and pulling back. Without enough speed, it will wrap up into a stall/spin to the left very quickly.

[@derdeichläufer]

Would be really cool to get some updates on what you do with all these planes Jimmy. As a viewer I have totally no Idea hoe many planes you own, wich are airworthy, wich are sold and so on.

[@thegoodkingtony]

Jimmy, That thing looks like fun on a bun! Back when I was a kid, a guy had an old Republic RC-3 Seebee at the marina my dad had kept our boat at. I spent hours talking to him while he wrenched on that old bird. I don't think either one of us ever got to see the thing fly, but since then, flying boats have always had a special place in my heart. Blue skies (and flat water!)

[@jeffcossaboon5012]

I so want to see you fly that thing. It looks like so much fun.

[@shanekennethjamesaustin3949]

These are great little aircraft, the ROTAX motors are near bullet proof. Keep the oil changes up to date and they will go forever! There are instances where these engines have gone over 6000 hours before rebuilds.😁

[@Iflyagrasshopper]

When you start a 912 it’s at full idle. That allows the enrichment aka choke to work. Hold the choke out and keep the engine rpm high for a bit the while the choke is out add throttle and release the choke I hope that helps.

[@Leonardo-rp1gk]

I agree I also fly a tecnam astore with a rotax 912 engine and do the same as you, no need to push throttle before start. and only choke for cold start when it is hot it starts quick

[@jimnjele.bean-dayone3505]

OUTSTANDING sir !!! I can not wait to see it airborn....And landing on water...This opens up a bunch more places to go....

[@whalesong999]

Just an FYI: I had a friend who built a Rans S-6 and the wing covering looked very similar to this a/c. The wing skins are pulled into place somewhat like a pillow case, then shrunk with a heat gun.

[@alrad5686]

Nice looking plane, and one you can expand your flying experience with. Hopefully you can get it airworthy fast and enjoy.

[@wmack7283]

This is one of your coolest planes you bought , being from Minnesota I believe all snowmobile motors don't give you oil pressure til they are started

[@Nick-punx]

Love the channel me and my sons watch your videos all the time. Just waved at you at the airport, best of luck on getting it in the air!

[@xxShrappyxx]

Thats so freaking awesome @jimmysworld!... my dad got into UL flying when he left the marines and we had a quicksilver mx for a few years and he always wanted one of those cause we always hunted and fished and wanted it so we could fly in remote places ... unfortunately cancer took him back in 2017 and we never got to enjoy one. Make some memories in it brother!!!!!!

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

There is a long time and current owner of a 912ULs I can tell you those things are bulletproof, the only weak point they have is the carburetors If you do purchase that do yourself a favor snatch those off and get the edge EFI system and put on there.

[@travisw9071]

Hal stockman is your rotax guy. Malcom burbaker (great sails) is your fabric guy. Interview both these guys!

[@i.r.wayright1457]

I worked on one Rotax engine in a Czech Sport plane. I was also a motorcycle mechanic. You need to remove the carbs and service the idle jet, or change it with the same number jet. They don't like to sit for more than a year with some fresh fuel going through them. That is why it wouldn't idle. Fresh gas would probably help too.

[@stephantrzonnek1720]

However, they are absolutely reliable.

[@i.r.wayright1457]

@@stephantrzonnek1720 In one study, the NTSB was unable to determine the cause of engine power loss in 26 out of 371 fixed-wing E/A-B accidents involving Rotax 912 engines.

[@commentatron]

@@i.r.wayright1457 Is that good?

[@i.r.wayright1457]

@ I used to build Lycoming engines. I'll stick with them.

[@MikeMBerg]

TOP FUN with Jimmy! Great buy!

[@ParaglidingManiac]

There's something absolutely magical about flying boats, I think it comes with age! Do you need a boating license too, considering how much power it has and that it navigates on water too?

[@commentatron]

My tax guy says I need to spend money faster. Airplane and boat together? That sounds about right!

[@ymasse5755]

At 14:00, the rubber thing is a keel guard to protect the fiberglass from rocks. I think this is definitly one of the best deal you got !

[@kamoboko86]

I love those Sea planes so much! please fix it up!

[@jeffhicks1008]

That thing detaching from the keel is just a glued on keel guard, take it off unless you are going to be doing some shore landing. It is just an aftermarket standard rubber keel guard for pleasure boats and small runabouts. Has nothing to do with any of the hulls structure.

[@jackrichards1863]

Thats amazing. I don't know squat about planes but this craft is sort of brilliant and it sounds very purposeful when running. A fair bit like a Cesna or other small passenger aircraft. I'm inspired by this adventure!

[@russellharris6994]

I use to own a ultralight dealership 40 years ago 900 miles north of Winnipeg! Greatest time of my life! Always wanted to buy a 2 seater buccaneer,just like this craft! Claimed to be able to carry 500 lbs of cargo!

[@Beauloqs]

900 North of the Winnipeg, mosquitos so big you'll be dogfighting in a ultralight...

[@AlanCheak]

Jimmy, I’m still waiting to see you rescue a Piper Comanche. Met you at Oshkosh last year. Also go get your sea plane rating at Jack Brown’s school at Winter Haven. I did and it was a blast.

[@ChristopherMcKissick-f6c]

Interesting project Jimmy, not that I want to add test pilot to my resume but I do have my tailwheel endorsement and seaplane rating so happy to help evaluate it and help with ground run ups!!! Have fun!!!

[@ImBradCrites]

It was awesome meeting you at the Plant City airport event. My kids got a kick out of meeting a real life KZbinr! Even if they didn't know who Elvis was.

[@davidwookey3792]

Choke out, turn over with mags off to get pressure up, then choke in, nags on and start, keep your hand off the choke!! I fly with a 912 on a Eurostar in UK

[@StephenJG1]

Island hopping, Monument Vally tour, Lake P0well, grand fly over tours... oh yeah!!!

[@justacuppajoe]

Totally awesome purchase! Great new toy! :)

[@flaagan]

That buy went from "oh boy..." to "oh boy!" went it fired right up. Wish any of my project car purchases had as much luck firing off like that.

[@robertshreeve2512]

This doesn't look like a Jimmy's World airplane it is in too good a condition, please take us flying, you will have so much fun in this one.

[@tony66au]

WHAT a FUN thing :-) Rotax are good engines, I've played with a few on Go Karts and there's a lot of out of the box thinking in the designs and added to that airframe I think it'll be a fun project. I thought you did the tail dragger cert on a war bird ages ago but I mustve been mistaken. Looking forward to this project!

[@GarryFishermusic]

Congrats Mr Jimmy be very careful about doing any three hour tours caution

[@Watson1]

Please explain

[@videoswho5151]

That's a keel guard comming loose it's a easy fix they just stick on you can get it at any marine place

[@dynamite6507]

Dude this is a good one to watch it be cool to see you get the endorsement to fly tail wheel too

[@MSPWebs]

I’ve built a a couple Aventura models over the years… I’m excited.

[@johnwight6041]

Can’t wait to see how it turns out and also the Cessna 140 too

[@SeanWhite]

If it's sat that long. You need to prime the oil system. It's why it won't gurgle. Big risk of taking out crank bearings.

[@clarencewiles963]

Congratulations it’s amazing how easy the engine started 😊 Thumbs up 👍

[@Jaysalgarage]

I’m super excited for this one. This looks like it’ll definitely fly again with some much needed tlc. Great find!

[@jodycarter4420]

Smooth as butter 🎉 that's awesome you gotta keep this one Jimmy!

[@thelonewrangler1008]

Ive never seen your channel before but this project gained my attention and sub

[@jerrystevens1865]

Jimmy,, Sun n Fun is April 1st. 569AT oughtta be airworthy by then huh What could possibly go wrong.? Great find, my kind of video and project. A Beech 18 on floats would be a good find. just my 3 cents

[@FL.AirBoater]

Great to see you back Jimmy, Watching from central Fl.

[@donaldhyatt6078]

Fabric needs the punch test. Get out FAA AC43.13 and read up. Should be fine sitting the hanger all those years. Though I have seen a fellow A&P go right through an upper wing on a fabric punch test. Be careful. Also look at the Piper AD on the J3 and Super Cubs for their struts for how to get an idea to test the struts for corrosion. They'll probably be fine the struts, but Florida and salt water are not good for struts.

[@bobmoyer8864]

What a great buy…. Now for tail dragged check out and float endorsement….. sounds like you’re having lots of fun. Are you going to keep up with your helo rating now that you’ve sold your cute little helicopter?

[@EricHaskins71]

I will be a light sport Repairman this month if ya need help :-) doing Rotax training this week. 2500 tbo love the 912

[@peteralexander5000]

Never a dull moment in Jimmys world. Nice one.

[@yachty1949]

Love to see you land and take off on water.

[@johnhicks735]

I know of two so far Jimmy myself for it. 1 is to add on A four wheeler radiator for coolant and mounting brackets to hold it on with to. 2. A cooling fan with it's own power toggle switch controller.

[@LightAndSportyGuy]

Unless the oil is low on the dipstick, there is no need to "burp". If it is low, you burp it to see if there is oil hiding in the crankcase so you don't end up overfilling it. And, it's not really a choke. It's a bypass enrichment system that only really works when the throttle is closed.

[@davidlj53]

Watching you fly this thing is gonna be a riot! Lol

[@lanceneuman9528]

Thanks, cool project.

[@raybednarcik4793]

Most solid airplane I’ve seen you fiddle with haha. Love it

[@EduardoLlamas-dn9sv]

Not a fan of sea planes,but look prety strong and well built,have fun Jimmy 🎉🎉🎉

[@Cross75777]

Beautiful Jimmy ! Looks like it would be a lot of fun 👍

[@stevenmerriman4479]

Welcome to the World of Rotax, you will love it, once you figure out the differences. Lockwood in Sebring are the go-to guys for Rotax Info.

[@0verload]

Cool plane! You've got my interest again!

[@amazingkeys6162]

Hey Jimmy, you live close to the ocean (Gulf) and we live close to the ocean (Baltic Sea). So here`s one thing you could do with it: Come fly it to Germany. We will meet you at one of our beaches and have coffee ready ;-)) Greatings, Matt

[@garyjohnson4575]

You were born to fly. You can fly anything😊 From rc flight the pusher is a little different because if you give it power the nose drops.

[@dave8456]

You probably found out already. Rotax 912's are a dry sump engine. (AKA no oil pan on engine) This is why the four stroke Rotax engines all have an external oil tank. Checking the oil: Many people check the oil to make sure there is oil on the dipstick. Start the engine and bring up to heat. Then check the level of the oil that way. That way all expansion of oil from heat and running engine level is then determined.

[@charlesurrea1451]

This looks like it's going to be a lot of fun. I know some outdoors people that do hunting and fishing, they would love something like this.

[@DeanShostrom]

The 912 is the best of the rotax engines that I’ve seen. I’m sure they made better one now but back around 2008. I flew a four seater rattan Rands and it was very nice

[@colinboneham7387]

Nice jimmys world project goin to be fun watching him get the wheel rating & then the float rating for this one.

[@scrumpyenglish]

Fun little aircraft! Really is about time you did your tail wheel conversion so you can fly some real aeroplanes Jimmy 😉

[@TerryLawrence001]

Wow! One crank to start! Amazing, she wants to fly!!

[@sunflowermahea225]

That thing looks like so much fun

[@ferebeefamily]

Thank you for the video.

[@TimParhamSr]

sure hope the runner at the center - bottom of your plane / boat is not going to leak ....... or at east be easily fixed ;))

[@2140BlackCreek]

Jimmy! When it comes to an experimental "home built" aircraft, "What could possibly go wrong?" Take a chance, Columbus did... LOL

[@nuttyDesignAndFab]

LOVE these!

[@Beauloqs]

Oh that ticks two of of three of lifes greatest lesson..... . . ..that being 'if it flys, floats or..,,........RENT IT'

[@dcallan812]

Sumer loving had me a blast. Nice boat-plane thing. 👍

[@thunderbolt513]

Wuau Jimmy. It looks like a Sikorsky S 38 with only one engine 😅🤙

[@danielhayton9438]

A colleague worked for Microsoft in the UK on visits to HQ he always arranged enough time to nip up to the NW Pacific coast to keep up his float plane hours.

[@peterschouten-ys8yr]

Hi, how about trip along the Mississippi River from the gulf to the source! Cheers Peter.

[@meinkamph5327]

Jimmy, I live very near Westover Air Force Base. You can rent a hanger. You would have a lot to gain, my friend.

[@blurtmenow]

That's gonna be 1 of the best things you've ever owned. Sooooo much fun.

[@nothingtoseehere4026]

Rotax are cool. You need to burp it before checking oil.

[@darrenbagnall321]

jimmy......keep this...and fly it...ull love it

[@marlinkojak9882]

thanks Jimmy love your show

[@roadking99jokerst60]

First thought to mind was Jimmy found a Lake. Guess not. On vacations long ago I used to visit GA near Kissimmee, when Flying Tigers re-build was around there.

[@bobflyman]

I love that plane!

[@AlexZaboroski]

Snowmobile engine.........looks like a Rotax aircraft engine to me. wonder which 912's were in snowmobiles

[@JamesPegram-d3n]

How fun!!! Don’t forget your fishing pole!

[@iamthefatstig]

Some Rotax bike engines are the same for checking the oil, nearly all are oil in frame so need to be ran then checked. Its a PITA after a Japanese bike.

[@justpauls]

The carbs on that engine are the same as on many old BMW "airhead" motorcycles (that I worked on for 35 years as a service technician) and are very simple and reliable. They need new rubber parts every few (5) years. Diaphragms and rubber o rings are available at dealerships.

[@robinhadley]

This ones gonna be good. Would be awesome if you had some mountain lakes to land in though.

[@chrisconolly488]

(What could possibly go wrong?) love what you do jimmy! Haters gotta hate we ignore them!

[@kk6aw]

What tail wheel training? Got my license in 1962. All tricycle gear, then found a Citabria tail dragger, took a check ride and was turned loose. 87 this year.

[@michaelsphotosandvideos5896]

This one’s going to be fun to follow. 👍