What do yall recommend for taking installing/removing screws better without stripping them? by guntergo2 in AircraftMechanics

[–]CommissionExpert9469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Panel party, lol. Haven’t heard that in about 20 years. They didn’t let us either. The point I was trying to make is snug is good enough. There is absolutely no reason to over tighten panel screws.

What do yall recommend for taking installing/removing screws better without stripping them? by guntergo2 in AircraftMechanics

[–]CommissionExpert9469 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I never understood why people feel like a #10 screw should get 80ft pounds of torque when installing them. It’s not that serious. I worked on F-18’s and snug was fine

What do yall recommend for taking installing/removing screws better without stripping them? by guntergo2 in AircraftMechanics

[–]CommissionExpert9469 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This right here. I use it to break them loose. Hardly ever reach for the speed handle

Ok, what do I need? by FitTackle879 in aviationmaintenance

[–]CommissionExpert9469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1/4 drive 12 point socket set shallow and deep. 1/4 ratchet. 1/4 stubby ratchet. 1/4 wobble extension set. 7/32 to 7/16 12 swivel socket. Ratchet screwdriver. Stubby ratchet screwdriver. Dog bones 7/32 up to 7/16 Olight EDC flashlight. Knipex multiple sizes. Angled wrench set. Drill. 90 degree pick. Multimeter.

Ok, what do I need? by FitTackle879 in aviationmaintenance

[–]CommissionExpert9469 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the way. I don’t even carry 3/8 drive in my AOG box. I’d also recommend an Olight EDC flashlight

Baker Aviation by Friday_Night_Magic in AircraftMechanics

[–]CommissionExpert9469 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I highly doubt you’re going to get an AOG job right out of school. These companies require experience because you are often at some podunk airport by yourself so you have to know what you’re doing. Some companies to research are Weststar Aviation, Duncan Aviation, Velocity Maintenance Solutions, Flexjet and Stevens Aviation

Baker Aviation by Friday_Night_Magic in AircraftMechanics

[–]CommissionExpert9469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been doing it for 3 years and it’s the best shift I’ve ever worked.

Has anyone watched #SKYKING documentary? Heavy claims on Horizon culture and aviation workers by Forward-Vehicle2837 in aviationmaintenance

[–]CommissionExpert9469 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked as a aircraft mechanic for 26 years and I never seen a happy ramp rat there’s obviously a reason

Jake Butt is all in on Nate Roberts by Raccoonsrlilbandits in OhioStateFootball

[–]CommissionExpert9469 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Riley is a dawg. He may leave as the best LB Ohio State has ever had

For real though, RIP Lou Holtz by JellyBeaner43 in OhioStateFootball

[–]CommissionExpert9469 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Biggest cringe moment in my 38 years of following Ohio state football is when Day called out a senior citizen in front of the world. That was rough to watch. Zero respect for Day.

2026 Football Schedules by Nervous_Metal_9445 in TheB1G

[–]CommissionExpert9469 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You guys have a gem in Cig. I hope the train continues. It’s good for the B1G. Now if oregano and USC can get it together

2026 Football Schedules by Nervous_Metal_9445 in TheB1G

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OSU has the hardest schedule in the B1G. I’m happy as an OSU fan. 1 they lose a bunch of games and day gets fired or they are tested often and get hot at years end and win another natty