Mailing List lml@lancaironline.net Message #54739
From: <mmcmanus@grandecom.net>
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Subject: Re: [LML] Throttle Quadrant in 320/360?
Date: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 22:35:26 -0400
To: <lml@lancaironline.net>
Tom,
I don't fly formation, but I do have a throttle quadrant in my 360.  It's hard to compare to something you don't have, but, although I like the quadrant for looks and panel space it saves, I don't think it will allow any finer controls than a standard push type.

I usually have the tension adjusted such that it actually doesn't move all that easily to keep the throttle from backing off when I am crusing.  If I had my choice I would go with a vernier style throttle like Larry suggests.  I had one in a Mooney and was very pleased with it.
Matt McManus
LNC2 360

Quoting Tom McNerney <dudewanarace@yahoo.com>:

I have been doing a lot of formation flying with RV's recently.  This means tons of small power changes while flying 140 kts..

I had plans to change the location of my throttle/prop/mixture cables to a more comfortable location, but now I am considering a quadrant.

So, does anybody have any experience flying a 320/360 with a quadrant installed?  Good or Bad?  Any brands that are better than others?  Am I crazy for even thinking about doing this?  Are small movements possible (like formation flying) with a quadrant?

I have electric trim so my center console is empty forward of the glove box.

Thanks,
Tom McNerney
N54SG

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