Tom,

On another note; those Formation training guys (Stu McKerdi?) that give you
that FAA "certification" to fly in formation at air shows disagree with me.
In regards to the vernier they actually prohibit them.  I've queried why and
got nothing more than, "we've had trouble with them in the past".  I suspect
the button vs twist issue may have caused some challenge.

Just so you are aware they would prefer traditional slider throttle with
adjustable friction lock.  Personally, I found myself at idle too many times
during the takeoff roll to enjoy that particular style of throttle.  For me
it's button LOCK with adjustable vernier.

Good Luck.

Larry

-----Original Message-----
From: mmcmanus@grandecom.net [mailto:mmcmanus@grandecom.net]
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2010 9:35 PM
To: lml@lancaironline.net
Subject: Re: [LML] Throttle Quadrant in 320/360?

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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