Goodies and Gadgets - August 2013

Hellcat Bottle OpenerGet ready to pop that top with this truly unique handcrafted, Hellcat bottle opener.  Not only is this a fun keepsake and a functional gadget, but it also resembles the Grumman F6F carrier-based fighter used in World War II.The Hellcat bottle opener is made with lead-free pewter with some sterling silver that provides an exceptional shine.  You can keep the Hellcat bottle opener clean by hand washing with ammonia free mild soap and water.  Dishwashing is not recommended. A pewter cleaning cloth available from any hardware store is also an option for keeping your bottle opener shiny bright.  The Hellcat bottle opener and gift box packaging is completely made in the USA.  It fits in the palm of your hand, has a nice feel, and measures approximately 4.25-inches long by 3.25-inches across the wingspan.Anyone interested in aviation would enjoy owning this opener. This is available for $25 on the Banyan Pilot Shop website at www.BanyanPilotShop.net/hellcat Complete Leak Detection Kit for Aviation Fluid Systems  Spectronics Corporation has introduced the ALK-365 Aviation Fluid Leak Detection Kit — the most complete kit for finding leaks in aviation fuel, lubrication and hydraulic systems. This versatile kit works with all petroleum- and synthetic-based lubricants and fluids.At the heart of the ALK-365 kit is the powerful, cordless and rechargeable OPTIMAX 365 UV LED leak detection flashlight. Engineered with state-of-the-art, ultra-hi-flux LED technology, this flashlight is four times brighter than other high-intensity UV lamps.The kit also includes an eight-ounce bottle of Aero-Brite universal fluorescent dye, which pinpoints the exact location of all aviation fluid leaks by a bright yellow/green glow. Rounding out the kit is an eight-ounce bottle of GLO-AWAY dye cleaner, smart AC and DC chargers, rubber lamp protector, a belt holster and UV-absorbing glasses. All components are conveniently packed in a soft carrying case.For more information about the Spectroline ALK-365 Aviation Fluid Leak Detection Kit, call toll-free 1-800-274-8888or visit www.spectroline.com. Piper/Cessna/Mooney Taper Pin ToolThe M-4 Control Yoke Taper Pin Tool is a specialty tool that was designed to counter the frustration of removing the control wheel taper pin.  With the aid of the M-4 tool, even the most stubborn taper pin can be removed in minutes, not hours, without vibration or stress being induced on your aircraft or the surrounding delicate instruments and avionics. The tool is self-indexing, locking the taper pin in position and securing itself in place for easy pin removal.  The M-4 Control Yoke Taper Pin Tool can be used on Piper, Cessna, and Mooney aircraft.Quality made in the USA and precision milled from bar stock for maximum strength, the body is Cad Plated for corrosion resistance and the press screw is Grade 8 to assure long life.The M-4 Control Yoke Taper Pin Tool is being offered at a special reduced price of $195.00.  For more information, contact Aircraft Spruce at 1-877-477-7823 and reference part number 12-02620.  Aircraft Spruce’s complete product line is available at www.aircraftspruce.com.