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I have an RV-8, HS-180 with HS-34. Built with manual trim. I am thinking about adding the HS-74 autopilot. Is there any reason to or not to add electric trim? John

Lyc I0-360 M1B, D-180, installed in my Rv8. I am thinking I need to add a fuel flow sensor. Besides the one Dynon supplies are there others that will work? John

I have a D-180 with HS34. I have a 696 installed and hardwired. When I attempt to use the GPS for NAV on the HSI page I get a "waiting for data" message. Would this be another case of not doing the proper computer installation process or is it possibly a wiring problem?

My RV8 is ready to fly. I turned on the power last week and received a "internal battery low charge" message. Other than cranking it up and going flying, allowing the internal battery to charge, is there anything else I should do or check prior to flying?

RV8 with I0360. 21 gal. for each tank. D-180 installed. Standard Vans supplied float type senders. I am getting ready to calibrate my fuel levels on the 180. I think the wording is "add a known amount". I understand I need to do this several times but, how much? 1 gal? 2 gal? 5 Gal? or...

I am starting to configure my D-180 for operation. The RPM section says if using P-lead for RPM source to set the Pulse/Rev to 1/2 or 1/4 for Lyc/Con engines. I have a Lyc. I0-360 with P-lead connecions Which do I use? John

I purchased a D-180 with HS-34 at Sun & Fun 2009. I am getting ready to launch my RV-8 for the first time and thought it might be a good plan to upgrade. Are there any out there I need before flying? Also, have you heard of any problems using Windows/bootcamp on a MacBook? Is there any minimum...

I have an RV-8 almost finished, with D-180, HS-34, SL-30, GTX327 and Garmin 696. Getting ready to power up for the first time. Is there anything special I should do first? During the initial calibrations do I have to do all the first time or can I do some and then shut it down and come back...

RV-8 with D-180, HS-34, sl-30, GTX 327 and Garmin 696 hardwired. I am trying to get by using the SL-30 intercom function. Has anyone had any luck connecting the audio output from the HS-34 to an SL-30? I know I'll need the rheostat for volumn. If so where does it connect? My back-up plans...

I am attempting to wire my panel. I have a Dynon FD-180, HS-34, SL-30 and GTX 327. I am by no means an electronic expert. In fact I just bearly get by. Am I reading something wrong or am I correct in believing that I only have to connect pins 15, serial 2 TX and 2, Serial 2 RX on the male...

I am installing a D-180 with HS-34 in my RV 8. The installation manual says a .5Amp CB should be enough for the HS-34. Where do I find a .5 A CB or is it protected through the D-180? John

I have my EDC-10A mounted in the top of the tail cone on a shelf from the upper bulkhead of my RV8 underconstruction. I have an SL-30 and want to mount the NAV antennae on the Vertiucal Stab. How far do I need to keep the COAX from the antennae to SL-30 from the unit? Will running it along...

Today I was checking the continuity of the 25 pin female connector for the harness for my D-180. Good thing that I did as I had one pin that was not seated in the connector. Also there was one yellow with green stripe wire that I could not find a discreption of or pin connection for. plus...

The manual says keep it away from ferrous metals and suorces of high voltage. Speaking here of the remote unit. How far is enough? I have an RV8 with aft battery and Strobe Power pac mounted next to it. my first choice would be aft and above this, but is it far enough. Second choice is right...