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September 19, 2005 - October 07, 2005



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Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: Tim Olson <Tim(at)MyRV10.com>
Subject: Re: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high!
Randy, I don't think that the standard panel seems to be as good of a clearance as yours. I did some playing this weekend and I just don't think that even if I cut an ear off that it has a chance of fitting. I chopped off the whole vent rearward half, and it takes quite a bit more space for it to fit under the panel. Probably at least as much as the top flange of the vent takes up. I think the only solutions that I can think of for people with standard panels will be smaller vents or moving the outlet somewhere else and connecting with duct. That said, Van's REALLY needs to make sure they adjust their CNC punch to either lower, or elminate that hole altogether. Ray is builder 40250...which is quite a few kits that are going to be affected. In my opinion, they should just provide a template and let the builder cut the hole. Then it'll go wherever it needs to for that builders panel and plan. I myself had this same dilema and basically just pushed off completing that section until I find the best solution. Ray, I'll keep in touch and maybe we'll figure something good out. The idea that Noel gave out sounds pretty good. I think I'm going to explore what shape of bended aluminum would be needed to add a small mounting panel that blends in well with the rest of the plane. The only issue for me is that if it rivets thru the skin, I'll have to act quick, because I plan to paint soon. Tim Randy DeBauw wrote: > > I believe the hole placement on the side skin was based on the smaller > 1" vents. The feeling was, as I understand it, that the 1" vents did > not allow enough air flow. The 2" vents fit but you have to trim off one > ear. This makes it nice and close to the panel if you want to make a > cover that will hide everything except the vent itself. The cover will > end up right next to the lower edge of the panel. Randy > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Doerr, Ray R > [NTK] > Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 6:46 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high! > > --> > > > > Thank You > Ray Doerr > CDNI Principal Engineer > Sprint PCS > 16020 West 113th Street > Lenexa, KS 66219 > Mailstop KSLNXK0101 > (913) 859-1414 (Office) > (913) 226-0106 (Pcs) > (913) 859-1234 (Fax) > Ray.R.Doerr(at)sprint.com > > > I have a question for the list. I cleco'ed on the upper deck and > switch/breaker panel to the fuse yesterday and tried to fit the NACA > vents and the expensive aluminum vents I bought from Van's. The Vent > cutouts in the skin are too high on the side skin and hit the underside > of the switch/breaker panel. Even if you trim the naca vent as much as > possible it is still not enough. Van's should have lowered the skin > cutout another 1/4" to 3"8", than it would have fit. Now I am not sure > what I am going to do. I was thinking of ordered the NACA vent pieces > from Van's for the RV-9 which come in two pieces and then you join them > together with 2" scat tube and clamps. This might make it longer and > require a different mounting scheme. This sucks that at builder 40250, > this kind of stuff isn't already corrected. Any thoughts? > > > Ray Doerr > 40250 > Engine and Prop arrived. > Working on Finishing Kit. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: tailcone riveting!!
Chris Johnston wrote: > > >Hey all - >First, thanks to everyone who responded to my bolt ident query >yesterday. This list rocks. Now the new question: when riveting the >top skin on the tailcone, is it ok to climb in there to buck? I know >I've seen pics of people inside the tailcone bucking and goofing around, >but I'm scared of bending j-stiffners, dinging the skins, or otherwise >screwing stuff up. Thoughts? > >Thanks >cj > > > > > > > > > What I did was to put a LOT of blankets,quilts,towels on the bottom skin to protect against damaging things, I piled on a bunch, and then advised my daughter (my rivet bucker) to try and avoid stepping/kneeling directly where the stiffeners/bulkheads were, I sweated this also, but it turned out to be a non event, the padding seemed to do the trick with no damage. Deems Davis #406 waiting on wings to arrive Deemsrv10.com ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Aaron Sims <n217gt(at)gmail.com>
Subject: Re: tailcone riveting!!
Date: Sep 19, 2005
I was worried about this too. I used 1/4" fibreboard (the really stiff stuff used for peg boards without the holes) and cut out pieces to lay across the J-channels. My wife then got inside to buck rivets. No problems. http://canopyroad.org/gallery/view_photo.php? set_albumName=tailcone&id=IMG_1698 -- Aaron Sims RV-10 #40036 (Fuselage/Firewall) http://canopyroad.org/rv10/ n217gt(at)gmail.com On Sep 19, 2005, at 1:56 PM, Deems Davis wrote: > > Chris Johnston wrote: > > >> >> >> >> Hey all - First, thanks to everyone who responded to my bolt ident >> query >> yesterday. This list rocks. Now the new question: when riveting >> the >> top skin on the tailcone, is it ok to climb in there to buck? I know >> I've seen pics of people inside the tailcone bucking and goofing >> around, >> but I'm scared of bending j-stiffners, dinging the skins, or >> otherwise >> screwing stuff up. Thoughts? >> >> Thanks >> cj >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > What I did was to put a LOT of blankets,quilts,towels on the bottom > skin to protect against damaging things, I piled on a bunch, and > then advised my daughter (my rivet bucker) to try and avoid > stepping/kneeling directly where the stiffeners/bulkheads were, I > sweated this also, but it turned out to be a non event, the > padding seemed to do the trick with no damage. > > Deems Davis > #406 waiting on wings to arrive > Deemsrv10.com > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Jeff Carpenter <jeff(at)westcottpress.com>
Subject: Re: tailcone riveting!!
Date: Sep 19, 2005
Hi Chris, I sent my 130lb 15 year old son in there and it held up just fine... though he did move around carefully. You can do a lot of that riveting yourself if you plan your sequence, but there are some that you will have to have someone in there for. Having said that, my work was much faster and the results are significantly better having had his help. Jeff Carpenter 40304 Countersinking spar flanges (perhaps for the rest of my life...) On Sep 19, 2005, at 9:59 AM, Chris Johnston wrote: > > > > Hey all - > First, thanks to everyone who responded to my bolt ident query > yesterday. This list rocks. Now the new question: when riveting the > top skin on the tailcone, is it ok to climb in there to buck? I know > I've seen pics of people inside the tailcone bucking and goofing > around, > but I'm scared of bending j-stiffners, dinging the skins, or otherwise > screwing stuff up. Thoughts? > > Thanks > cj > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: tailcone riveting!!
Date: Sep 19, 2005
Try some padding under a board or something like that to distribute your weight over a larger area. That worked well for us. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis Subject: Re: RV10-List: tailcone riveting!! Chris Johnston wrote: > > >Hey all - >First, thanks to everyone who responded to my bolt ident query >yesterday. This list rocks. Now the new question: when riveting the >top skin on the tailcone, is it ok to climb in there to buck? I know >I've seen pics of people inside the tailcone bucking and goofing around, >but I'm scared of bending j-stiffners, dinging the skins, or otherwise >screwing stuff up. Thoughts? > >Thanks >cj > > > > > > > > > What I did was to put a LOT of blankets,quilts,towels on the bottom skin to protect against damaging things, I piled on a bunch, and then advised my daughter (my rivet bucker) to try and avoid stepping/kneeling directly where the stiffeners/bulkheads were, I sweated this also, but it turned out to be a non event, the padding seemed to do the trick with no damage. Deems Davis #406 waiting on wings to arrive Deemsrv10.com ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: Perry Casson <pcasson(at)sasktel.net>
Subject: Re: Canadain inspectors rejecting some pre-assembled parts?
Hi All, Just a short update regarding the report of Canadian inspectors failing RV-10 wings on preclose inspection. Unfortunately I've still not got names or kits numbers so I've not verified anything with the builders but here's the info I've received: - At least two kits were affected. - All reported defects were under driven shop heads on the 5/16 rivets on the main spars - The problems were only found on fast build wings. I'm got the calipers out to check my slow build spars and found all the rivets were well within spec. as I suspected. With the tanks off this should be no big deal to fix but I'd not be a happy guy to get this flagged as a defect during final inspection. Perry Casson Regina, Sk. Canada fuel tanks... ick ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high!
Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
I do like the template idea. I will mention it to Ken the next time I see him. Randy -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Tim Olson Subject: Re: RV10-List: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high! Randy, I don't think that the standard panel seems to be as good of a clearance as yours. I did some playing this weekend and I just don't think that even if I cut an ear off that it has a chance of fitting. I chopped off the whole vent rearward half, and it takes quite a bit more space for it to fit under the panel. Probably at least as much as the top flange of the vent takes up. I think the only solutions that I can think of for people with standard panels will be smaller vents or moving the outlet somewhere else and connecting with duct. That said, Van's REALLY needs to make sure they adjust their CNC punch to either lower, or elminate that hole altogether. Ray is builder 40250...which is quite a few kits that are going to be affected. In my opinion, they should just provide a template and let the builder cut the hole. Then it'll go wherever it needs to for that builders panel and plan. I myself had this same dilema and basically just pushed off completing that section until I find the best solution. Ray, I'll keep in touch and maybe we'll figure something good out. The idea that Noel gave out sounds pretty good. I think I'm going to explore what shape of bended aluminum would be needed to add a small mounting panel that blends in well with the rest of the plane. The only issue for me is that if it rivets thru the skin, I'll have to act quick, because I plan to paint soon. Tim Randy DeBauw wrote: > > I believe the hole placement on the side skin was based on the smaller > 1" vents. The feeling was, as I understand it, that the 1" vents did > not allow enough air flow. The 2" vents fit but you have to trim off one > ear. This makes it nice and close to the panel if you want to make a > cover that will hide everything except the vent itself. The cover will > end up right next to the lower edge of the panel. Randy > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Doerr, Ray R > [NTK] > Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 6:46 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high! > > --> > > > > Thank You > Ray Doerr > CDNI Principal Engineer > Sprint PCS > 16020 West 113th Street > Lenexa, KS 66219 > Mailstop KSLNXK0101 > (913) 859-1414 (Office) > (913) 226-0106 (Pcs) > (913) 859-1234 (Fax) > Ray.R.Doerr(at)sprint.com > > > I have a question for the list. I cleco'ed on the upper deck and > switch/breaker panel to the fuse yesterday and tried to fit the NACA > vents and the expensive aluminum vents I bought from Van's. The Vent > cutouts in the skin are too high on the side skin and hit the underside > of the switch/breaker panel. Even if you trim the naca vent as much as > possible it is still not enough. Van's should have lowered the skin > cutout another 1/4" to 3"8", than it would have fit. Now I am not sure > what I am going to do. I was thinking of ordered the NACA vent pieces > from Van's for the RV-9 which come in two pieces and then you join them > together with 2" scat tube and clamps. This might make it longer and > require a different mounting scheme. This sucks that at builder 40250, > this kind of stuff isn't already corrected. Any thoughts? > > > Ray Doerr > 40250 > Engine and Prop arrived. > Working on Finishing Kit. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Canadain inspectors rejecting some pre-assembled parts?
Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
I am pretty sure those rivets are drive at the same place that does them for the slow build. Randy -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Perry Casson Subject: Re: RV10-List: Canadain inspectors rejecting some pre-assembled parts? Hi All, Just a short update regarding the report of Canadian inspectors failing RV-10 wings on preclose inspection. Unfortunately I've still not got names or kits numbers so I've not verified anything with the builders but here's the info I've received: - At least two kits were affected. - All reported defects were under driven shop heads on the 5/16 rivets on the main spars - The problems were only found on fast build wings. I'm got the calipers out to check my slow build spars and found all the rivets were well within spec. as I suspected. With the tanks off this should be no big deal to fix but I'd not be a happy guy to get this flagged as a defect during final inspection. Perry Casson Regina, Sk. Canada fuel tanks... ick ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Dan Checkoway" <dan(at)rvproject.com>
Subject: For Sale: Whelen HDACF Strobe Power Supply
Date: Sep 19, 2005
Builders, want to save $150? Freshly rebuilt Whelen HDACF 3-channel power supply for sale...$230 including shipping. Details here: http://www.rvproject.com/forsale/whelen.html )_( Dan RV-7 N714D http://www.rvproject.com ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 19, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: Re: 2006 Calendar
Not many responses but I think I have enough pictures to build something that would keep us builders going a little longer in the tough times. My big incentive was to see four of the five -10's that were customer built up at Oshkosh. So very nice! There has got to be a bunch more there next year. I thought I might be able to make next year, but the more I work, the more there appears that I need to do. No light at the end of the tunnel just yet! The quickbuild kits start to look nice. But I am enjoying the building. It's just taking me longer than I would like. But along the way, it's sooooo nice to see major subassemblies go from drawings and a pile of parts to a finished part. Me being a first time builder I am always a little anxious to have my technical couselor come over. But I have learned so much and he is just a wealth of knowledge. Now I don't hesitate to have him look things over. Now where did I put that engine? I really must clean out the workshop! Keep pounding the rivets! ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Comcast" <kenbpeck(at)comcast.net> Date: Sun, 18 Sep 2005 21:33:48 -0400 Gosh, a great inspirational tool for those of us in the process! I'd gladly cough up a few $$ for something I could put on my office wall! Ken ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com> Subject: RV10-List: 2006 Calendar > > I have thought about making a 2006 calendar (RV-10 Style!) > > Several questions: > > (1) I would need to get some great pictures for use on the Calendar. > These would need to be high resolution digital if at all possible. I > would also need to have the photographers permision to use them on the > calendar and a small paragraph about the picture. > > (2) Anyone care to list any important dates they would like to see > highlighted on the Calendar (First Flight Anniversaries, Holidays, etc.) > > (3) Distribution? - PDF (Personal use only), Printed - Not stapled for > wall hanging, Printed / Stapled. > > Comments? > > Jim Combs > #40192, N312F - Fuselage > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high!
Date: Sep 19, 2005
Eliminate that hole all together and while they are at it they can delete the CNC coordinates to that drag inducing passenger duct thingy as well. John - KUAO -----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Randy DeBauw Subject: RE: RV10-List: NACA Vent cutout on side skin is too high! I do like the template idea. I will mention it to Ken the next time I see him. Randy ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "bruce snyder" <SNYDER888(at)peoplepc.com>
Subject: Connector for Trim Servo?
Date: Sep 19, 2005
On a related subject, for those that have finished wiring or nearly finished wiring, how much wire and what gauges did you end up using. I know every installation will be different but it would be nice to have a ballpark list of wire lengths and gauges to compare to my estimates. Thanks. Bruce Snyder Wings #40353 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RE: RV10-List: Connector for Trim Servo? We used a 9-pin D-sub connector from Radio Shack. We ended up going with relay decks, though, which makes wiring the servo, the indicator, the switch in the panel and the switch on the control stick a little bit of a pain, really almost defeating the purpose for making them a quick disconnect. For the Aileron and Rudder trims we used the same relay deck (that Van's sells) and just soldered/crimped the wires. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Connector for Trim Servo? Hi all, What connector is everyone using to connect to the trim servo? -Jim 40384 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: rob kermanj <rv10es(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Connector for Trim Servo?
Date: Sep 20, 2005
100' of 18 ga black, 100' of 18 ga red, 100' of 18 ga white and 50' of 22 ga yellow. I also bought 100' of 22 ga black, 100' of 22 ga red and 100' of 22 ga white. I am just about done with wiring and have a little left-over. I had some 10 ga left over from a previous project that I used for radio and airframe ground. figure about 30'. Depending on your alternator amperage, you will need about 15' of appropriate ga shielded wire. In addition, my radios and engine monitor are prewired. Rob. On Sep 19, 2005, at 10:12 PM, bruce snyder wrote: > > > On a related subject, for those that have finished wiring or nearly > finished > wiring, how much wire and what gauges did you end up using. I know > every > installation will be different but it would be nice to have a ballpark > list > of wire lengths and gauges to compare to my estimates. Thanks. > > Bruce Snyder > Wings #40353 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint > Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 10:11 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Connector for Trim Servo? > > > We used a 9-pin D-sub connector from Radio Shack. We ended up going > with > relay decks, though, which makes wiring the servo, the indicator, the > switch > in the panel and the switch on the control stick a little bit of a > pain, > really almost defeating the purpose for making them a quick > disconnect. For > the Aileron and Rudder trims we used the same relay deck (that Van's > sells) > and just soldered/crimped the wires. > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein > Sent: Sunday, September 18, 2005 12:09 PM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: Connector for Trim Servo? > > > Hi all, > What connector is everyone using to connect to the trim servo? > > -Jim 40384 > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Dunne" <acs(at)acspropeller.com.au>
Subject: Elevator Attachment
Date: Sep 21, 2005
Hi All, I've seen a similar question in the archives but didn't spot any answers. Re RV10 Plans Section 11 page 2 Has it been most peoples experience to have a "consistent" 1/8" gap, fore and aft between the outboard edge of the Horizontal Stab and the inboard edge of the Elev Counterbalance arm, given the correct 7/8" (+/- 1/16" tolerance) adjustment of the rod end bearings on the elevator? John Dunne #40315 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Albert Gardner" <ibspud(at)adelphia.net>
Subject: FW: Compass Correction Card spreadsheet
Date: Sep 20, 2005
INNOCENT GLOBAL 0.0000 1.0000 -4.4912 -----Original Message----- From: Albert Gardner [mailto:ibspud(at)adelphia.net] Subject: Compass Correction Card spreadsheet Well, an archive search didn't turn up any hits but I thought I remembered a posting about a spreadsheet program that would print a correction card. Anyone familiar with this? Albert Gardner Yuma, AZ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Rick Leach" <papadaddyo(at)tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: Hugo Rv10
Date: Sep 20, 2005
Jesse, My name is Rick Leach and I live in the Brandon area East of Tampa. I am building a -10 as well and would like to take a peak at yours sometime if that would be possible. Rick -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RE: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 Ken, If you are north of Orlando, then you are not far from us. You would we welcome to stop by X35 and look at our -10. It gets back today from a trip to Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and North Carolina. It will probably have the better part of 75 hours on it by then. It's been running great. It might inspire you to keep up the work. GOD BLESS! Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Comcast Subject: Re: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 Hey there! I'm building a -10 up north of Orlando, but get down to Ft. Lauderdale a few times a year either on business or to visit my brother. Would love to stop by if you're interested in meeting another -10 builder. My next confirmed trip south is week of Dec 5, but will probably come down at least once before then. Look forward to hearing from you. Ken Peck 31 Rosedown Blvd Debary, FL 386-846-4184 ----- Original Message ----- From: <gommone7(at)bellsouth.net> Subject: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 > > I'm ready to close the VS ,it is any provision for a red rotating > (LED)beacon in the RV10 tail,I identified the white in the lower part of > the rudder,any body install traditional VOR antennas at the top of the VS? > Hugo > I;m working a three blocks from the wicks manufacturer at Ft > >Lauderdale,Today I will made a cortesy visit(may be I can purchase > direct) > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Elevator Attachment
Date: Sep 21, 2005
I can remember it was fairly close to "consistent" but nonetheless I had the elevators on and off several times adjusting the bearings by turning them a half turn each time. It's also important that the elevator does not scratch the HS. Lorenz Malmstrm 40280 Wings http://www.malmstrom.ch/RV10.htm > -----Original Message----- > From: John Dunne [mailto:acs(at)acspropeller.com.au] > Sent: Mittwoch, 21. September 2005 02:46 > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: Elevator Attachment > > > Hi All, > I've seen a similar question in the archives but didn't spot any > answers. Re RV10 Plans Section 11 page 2 > Has it been most peoples experience to have a "consistent" 1/8" > gap, fore and aft between the outboard edge of the Horizontal > Stab and the inboard edge of the Elev Counterbalance arm, given > the correct 7/8" (+/- 1/16" tolerance) adjustment of the rod end > bearings on the elevator? > > John Dunne > > #40315 > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 21, 2005
From: James Hein <n8vim(at)arrl.net>
Subject: Re: Elevator Attachment
I just got done with my elevator attachment and I had to do *zero* adjustment for the gap or alignment. I think it helps if you accurately measure the bearing distance (7/8" from the HS to the center of the bearing). I did this and then tightened the jam nuts and everything was perfect.. No muss, no fuss... -Jim 40384, Done with tail, on to wings this weekend! John Dunne wrote: > >Hi All, >I've seen a similar question in the archives but didn't spot any >answers. Re RV10 Plans Section 11 page 2 >Has it been most peoples experience to have a "consistent" 1/8" >gap, fore and aft between the outboard edge of the Horizontal >Stab and the inboard edge of the Elev Counterbalance arm, given >the correct 7/8" (+/- 1/16" tolerance) adjustment of the rod end >bearings on the elevator? > >John Dunne > >#40315 > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 21, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: Re: September RV-10 Calendar Page
A pdf file for September 05 has been posted at www.infra-read.com It's about a half meg for those using dial-up internet access. If you have a color printer, try feeding a sheet of photo / glossy paper and print it. If you have access to a large format color laser (Lexmark C910), it looks good at 11 x 17 format too. Enjoy, Jim Combs N312F - Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Fixitauto(at)aol.com
Date: Sep 21, 2005
Subject: Re: September RV-10 Calendar Page
In a message dated 9/21/2005 5:54:51 P.M. Central Standard Time, jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com writes: www.infra-read.com JUST WISHING I COULD GET TO SUNDAYS IN TO EVERY WEEK ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 21, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: September RV-10 Calendar Page
Me too, but I sure tried! Fixed it! JimC ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Dick Gurley" <rngurley(at)mindspring.com>
Subject: September RV-10 Calendar Page
Date: Sep 21, 2005
Jim - Thanks so much, this looks great! -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Combs Subject: Re: RV10-List: September RV-10 Calendar Page A pdf file for September 05 has been posted at www.infra-read.com It's about a half meg for those using dial-up internet access. If you have a color printer, try feeding a sheet of photo / glossy paper and print it. If you have access to a large format color laser (Lexmark C910), it looks good at 11 x 17 format too. Enjoy, Jim Combs N312F - Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 22, 2005
From: James Ochs <jochs(at)froody.org>
Subject: Re: Vic Syracuse's RV-10 Flies!
Vic's plane was just spotted at KSQL... He's got all the flight instructors at my flight school drooling over (on) it. My instructor just called me and was saying "what are those dual screen EFIS systems??? It looks really nice with that three bladed prop... whens your's going to be done!?!?!?!" Good Job Vic. Glad to see you pushing that thing around the country! James Tim Olson wrote: > > See here for photos! > http://www.myrv10.com/miscphotos/VicsRV10/plane/index.html > > Vic just CC'd me on the following note....great news! Also, finally > an MT prop flies an RV-10! > > Van & Team---- You did it again! What a great airplane. N64VC took to > the air today, 7/24/2005, for the first time. Enclosed is the > requisite RV-grin photo after landing, and I assure you the grin > needed no prompting! We started the airplane in May of 2004, SN# > 40229, and 14 1/2 months, 1700 manhours and 700 wife hours later (yes, > she was right there) we are beginning to have fun again. We used a QB > kit, and wired, painted, and upholstered it ourselves. The engine is > an I0-540-D4A5 built by Performance Engines, with AirFlow Performance > Injection, Lightspeed Ignition on top, magneto on bottom, balanced, > ported, and flow balanced, with an MT-3 Blade prop. The panel is dual > screen Chelton, Garmin 430, Sl-30, PS Engineering PM7000CD, TruTrack > Sorcerer autopilot. With only 5 hours on it this weekend ,and limited > to a traffic pattern distance from the airport during those 5 hours, > I've not been able to get any good performance numbers yet. However, > at 2650' DA, climb rates have been about 1500 fpm. We've been asking > Van for a 4 place since 1985, and he sure has delivered a winner! > > Thanks again!!! > > Vic & Carol Syracuse > 3-time repeat offenders :) > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 22, 2005
From: James Ochs <jochs(at)froody.org>
Subject: slightly disapointing visit to vans
Hey all, Just wanted to share (gripe) an experience I had at Van's last weekend. I took a friend of mine over there who helped me build some of my project, is a student pilot, and is interested in the rv-10, but hasn't ever flown in one. We got to Van's and Bruce came down to show us the factory and do the demo flight. After a few questions it came up that my friend has not soloed yet but was close (he also has his medical / student pilot cert, its just not signed off yet). Bruce would not fly. He said that having soloed is a requirement for the demo flight and that the demo flights were only for "people they felt were serious about buying a kit, and if he hasn't soloed yet then he can't be serious." Now I know, and you know, that there are a number of people building, or getting ready to build who are *about* to begin their PPL and aren't even close to soloing. Since I had already had a demo ride, of course I was disqualified as well. Needless to say my friend and I were quite dismayed at this cavalier dismissal of a potential customer, especially since the rv-10 demo is something we went prepared to pay $50 for (and Bruce had the nerve to explain (albeit nicely) that since fuel was $4.20/gallon they had to be careful about demo flights... let's see, at $4.20/gal and average of 11-12gph shouldn't that cover expenses for a 10 - 15 minute demo?) I might also add that there was no one else there, so it wasn't like they were busy either. So for a potential $40,000+ customer with $50 for a 10 - 15 minute ride with nothing else going on he felt it was worthwile to turn away a customer based on the fact that they haven't soloed. Nice. Fortunately, Randy was around and gave us a much better demonstration than we would have gotten at the factory, even after he had taken me up the day before! (Thanks Randy!) Anyway, I guess the bottom line is you can't be serious about flying, building or owning a plane unless you've soloed. makes me wonder how anyone gets started ;) James #40400 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 22, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: Oct / Nov Calendar Posted
I put two more RV-10 calendar pages up (Oct / Nov) www.infra-read.com JimC N312F - Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: slightly disapointing visit to vans
Date: Sep 22, 2005
This is odd, indeed. I'd flown in the demo RV-10 and liked it. Took my son (flying since he was 14, soloed, but when we flew in the RV-10 he was 19, but still no ticket), and Ken took him up. Maybe because I was the potential buyer. I know of another builder who's on this list and both he and his wife do not yet have their tickets (although she is close), but he's busy building. Not sure if they've had a ride other than with Randy (bless his heart), but they are clear evidence of builders with no tickets, yet they've got their VS, rudder done and even have the wings parts in the hanger. I agree it doesn't make any sense. Unless it has something to do with insurance. Oh, well. John Jessen #40328 HS -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Ochs Subject: RV10-List: slightly disapointing visit to vans Hey all, Just wanted to share (gripe) an experience I had at Van's last weekend. I took a friend of mine over there who helped me build some of my project, is a student pilot, and is interested in the rv-10, but hasn't ever flown in one. We got to Van's and Bruce came down to show us the factory and do the demo flight. After a few questions it came up that my friend has not soloed yet but was close (he also has his medical / student pilot cert, its just not signed off yet). Bruce would not fly. He said that having soloed is a requirement for the demo flight and that the demo flights were only for "people they felt were serious about buying a kit, and if he hasn't soloed yet then he can't be serious." Now I know, and you know, that there are a number of people building, or getting ready to build who are *about* to begin their PPL and aren't even close to soloing. Since I had already had a demo ride, of course I was disqualified as well. Needless to say my friend and I were quite dismayed at this cavalier dismissal of a potential customer, especially since the rv-10 demo is something we went prepared to pay $50 for (and Bruce had the nerve to explain (albeit nicely) that since fuel was $4.20/gallon they had to be careful about demo flights... let's see, at $4.20/gal and average of 11-12gph shouldn't that cover expenses for a 10 - 15 minute demo?) I might also add that there was no one else there, so it wasn't like they were busy either. So for a potential $40,000+ customer with $50 for a 10 - 15 minute ride with nothing else going on he felt it was worthwile to turn away a customer based on the fact that they haven't soloed. Nice. Fortunately, Randy was around and gave us a much better demonstration than we would have gotten at the factory, even after he had taken me up the day before! (Thanks Randy!) Anyway, I guess the bottom line is you can't be serious about flying, building or owning a plane unless you've soloed. makes me wonder how anyone gets started ;) James #40400 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 22, 2005
From: Larry Rosen <LarryRosen(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Cushion Clamps
Would someone tell me the difference between a cushioned line support clamp (MS21919-DEG) and a wedge cushioned line clamp (MS21919-WDG). Also, are angle brackets commercially available to mount the cable clamps perpendicular to a hole through a bulkhead? Larry Rosen RV-10 40356 N205EN (reserved) ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Aft Heater Hose
Date: Sep 23, 2005
What the (*&# is up with the 2" aft heater hose going over the fuel valve bracket that only has 1" vertical space? Anyone routing it under the bracket or see any problem with this? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: LessDragProd(at)aol.com
Date: Sep 23, 2005
Subject: Phone number for Doug Peterson?
Hi All, Does anyone have a phone number for Doug Peterson with the RV-10 in Arizona? Please contact me off the list. _jim(at)lessdrag.com_ (mailto:jim(at)lessdrag.com) TIA Jim Ayers ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: slightly disapointing visit to vans
Date: Sep 23, 2005
James, It seems that there are some at Van's that are more into what they think the world should look like than the way it actually looks. I haven't soloed yet either, but I have build an RV-10 (with 2 other people) and plan to do more. I know more about the way planes work structurally and aerodynamically than most student pilots, I think, and probably know more about flying than a lot of student pilots, but have spent more time building, flight planning, back seat flying and so on than I have actually spent with the stick in my hand. I would consider myself fairly serious about flying. Most of the people at Van's are great, but there is at least one "K" than I know of that seems to care more about knowing what he supposedly knows than about selling airplane kits and keeping customers happy. Anyway, I'm glad that it worked out for you to fly with Randy. I am sure the demo with him was much better than it would have been with Van's. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Ochs Subject: RV10-List: slightly disapointing visit to vans Hey all, Just wanted to share (gripe) an experience I had at Van's last weekend. I took a friend of mine over there who helped me build some of my project, is a student pilot, and is interested in the rv-10, but hasn't ever flown in one. We got to Van's and Bruce came down to show us the factory and do the demo flight. After a few questions it came up that my friend has not soloed yet but was close (he also has his medical / student pilot cert, its just not signed off yet). Bruce would not fly. He said that having soloed is a requirement for the demo flight and that the demo flights were only for "people they felt were serious about buying a kit, and if he hasn't soloed yet then he can't be serious." Now I know, and you know, that there are a number of people building, or getting ready to build who are *about* to begin their PPL and aren't even close to soloing. Since I had already had a demo ride, of course I was disqualified as well. Needless to say my friend and I were quite dismayed at this cavalier dismissal of a potential customer, especially since the rv-10 demo is something we went prepared to pay $50 for (and Bruce had the nerve to explain (albeit nicely) that since fuel was $4.20/gallon they had to be careful about demo flights... let's see, at $4.20/gal and average of 11-12gph shouldn't that cover expenses for a 10 - 15 minute demo?) I might also add that there was no one else there, so it wasn't like they were busy either. So for a potential $40,000+ customer with $50 for a 10 - 15 minute ride with nothing else going on he felt it was worthwile to turn away a customer based on the fact that they haven't soloed. Nice. Fortunately, Randy was around and gave us a much better demonstration than we would have gotten at the factory, even after he had taken me up the day before! (Thanks Randy!) Anyway, I guess the bottom line is you can't be serious about flying, building or owning a plane unless you've soloed. makes me wonder how anyone gets started ;) James #40400 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Aft Heater Hose
Date: Sep 23, 2005
I think we tried to put it over the bracket and it didn't fit so we routed it under. Just make sure that it doesn't get in the way of the controls. I imagine it is a little safer going over because of that heat right next to the fuel lines, but I agree that there didn't seem to be a good way to get it to fit without crimping and folding it, which would obviously cut the air flow to next to nothing. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose What the (*&# is up with the 2" aft heater hose going over the fuel valve bracket that only has 1" vertical space? Anyone routing it under the bracket or see any problem with this? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: UFOBUCK(at)aol.com
Date: Sep 23, 2005
Subject: Re: Plans revisions - Don't trust your plans
What does Fiy Aman Allah mean ??? DNA ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Aft Heater Hose
Date: Sep 23, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
Ahn. I reduced the size to 1 =BD" going over the fuel valve and then stepped it up to 2" to go into the rear connector. I used white pvc adapters at home depot and it worked very well. You can buy one that has 2" od and if you remove the threads it is 1 =BD" on the outside of the other end. Randy ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose What the (*&# is up with the 2" aft heater hose going over the fuel valve bracket that only has 1" vertical space? Anyone routing it under the bracket or see any problem with this? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "David McNeill" <dlm46007(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Plans revisions - Don't trust your plans
Date: Sep 23, 2005
live under the protection of God ----- Original Message ----- From: UFOBUCK(at)aol.com To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Friday, September 23, 2005 8:53 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Plans revisions - Don't trust your plans What does Fiy Aman Allah mean ??? DNA ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: slightly disapointing visit to vans
Date: Sep 23, 2005
From: "RV Builder \(Michael Sausen\)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
Excellent idea Dan! Michael Sausen -10 #352 Ailerons This one is good for the archives -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dan Checkoway Subject: Re: RV10-List: slightly disapointing visit to vans > you to fly with Randy. I am sure the demo with him was much better > than it would have been with Van's. I can't comment on the attitude up at Van's, since I've never been to the factory. Never had a factory demo ride there or at airshows or whatever, and was never really interested -- it always seemed like it would be a rushed affair to me. I got my rides from builders. My 2 cents is -- Randy is the man, and he deserves the $100. Get your ride from a builder like Randy, who is probably going to be more excited about taking you up in the first place. And then you really ought to go and name that builder as the "Finder" on your Finder's Fee form. Call Van's if your kit didn't have a Finder's Fee Form in the paperwork, and they'll send you one. Van's pays out $100 checks to people who are named as the "Finder." So save the $50 that you would have spent on a very brief ride with Bruce or whomever, get the ride with the builder, and then name that builder as the Finder. He gets $100, you get a great ride, and everybody's happy, right? )_( Dan RV-7 N714D (632 hours and LOTS of rides) http://www.rvproject.com ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: slightly disapointing visit to vans
Date: Sep 23, 2005
I have taken 5 builders or prospective builders for flights. I can tell you the feeling of putting the stick in your hand and actually flying the RV10 for 30 min. or so is a real kick. Randy ________________________________
From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of RV Builder (Michael Sausen) Subject: RE: RV10-List: slightly disapointing visit to vans Excellent idea Dan! Michael Sausen -10 #352 Ailerons This one is good for the archives -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dan Checkoway Subject: Re: RV10-List: slightly disapointing visit to vans > you to fly with Randy. I am sure the demo with him was much better > than it would have been with Van's. I can't comment on the attitude up at Van's, since I've never been to the factory. Never had a factory demo ride there or at airshows or whatever, and was never really interested -- it always seemed like it would be a rushed affair to me. I got my rides from builders. My 2 cents is -- Randy is the man, and he deserves the $100. Get your ride from a builder like Randy, who is probably going to be more excited about taking you up in the first place. And then you really ought to go and name that builder as the "Finder" on your Finder's Fee form. Call Van's if your kit didn't have a Finder's Fee Form in the paperwork, and they'll send you one. Van's pays out $100 checks to people who are named as the "Finder." So save the $50 that you would have spent on a very brief ride with Bruce or whomever, get the ride with the builder, and then name that builder as the Finder. He gets $100, you get a great ride, and everybody's happy, right? )_( Dan RV-7 N714D (632 hours and LOTS of rides) http://www.rvproject.com RV10-List Email Forum - more: bsp; ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Something has to be done about this! Who is able to take him off the list? Note to self...don't set up an autoresponder on e-mail accounts that are on a listserv. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lorenz Malmstrm Subject: RV10-List: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Marcus Cooper" <coop85(at)bellsouth.net>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Maybe someone with free international calling (yah, right) could call regarding the "urgent matter" of turning off the e-mail ;) -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lorenz Malmstrm Subject: RV10-List: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Re: Aft Heater Hose
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Thanks Randy. 1.5" still gives 0.5" protruding above the tunnel cover. There's exactly 1.0" above the fuel bracket and 2.0" in between the valve selector and the tunnel side skin. Anh ----- Original Message ----- From: Randy DeBauw To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Friday, September 23, 2005 1:20 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose Ahn. I reduced the size to 1 =BD" going over the fuel valve and then stepped it up to 2" to go into the rear connector. I used white pvc adapters at home depot and it worked very well. You can buy one that has 2" od and if you remove the threads it is 1 =BD" on the outside of the other end. Randy From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2005 9:48 PM To: RV10 Subject: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose What the (*&# is up with the 2" aft heater hose going over the fuel valve bracket that only has 1" vertical space? Anyone routing it under the bracket or see any problem with this? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Engine Baffle Aft Center Bracket
Date: Sep 24, 2005
May Aft center bracket on top of the engine is hitting the engine (converted C4B5) itself, prventing you from tightening the two engine bolts. Anyone with this problem? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 24, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Wire Run Distance
Could someone with the tailcone attached measure the distance from the battery tray to the firewall for me please? I'm doing some load analysis and wire sizing. Thanks... -Sean #40303 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 24, 2005
From: Tim Olson <Tim(at)MyRV10.com>
Subject: Re: Wire Run Distance
Approx. 115" (I didn't use a micrometer) You'll probably want to add a couple extra feet to that for zig-zags as it goes down the side of the fuselage and thru snap bushings and stuff. Tim Olson -- RV-10 #40170 Sean Stephens wrote: > > Could someone with the tailcone attached measure the distance from the > battery tray to the firewall for me please? I'm doing some load > analysis and wire sizing. > > Thanks... > > -Sean #40303 > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 24, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 25, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Chris , Susie McGough" <VHMUM(at)bigpond.com>
Subject: Re: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 25, 2005
Maybe someone in the US can ring the number..... ----- Original Message ----- From: " "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>" Subject: RV10-List: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice > > Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden > Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). > > I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our > front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Lorenz Malmstrm" <lm(at)viscomvisual.com>
Subject: Abwesenheitsnotiz - Out of Office Notice
Date: Sep 25, 2005
Ich bin ab dem 10. Oktober 2005 wieder im Bro erreichbar. In dringenden Fllen wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Sekretariat (031 307 50 50). I will be in my office again from October 10, 2005. Please contact our front desk for urgent matters (031 307 50 50). ________________________________________________________________________________
From: <gommone7(at)bellsouth.net>
Subject: Hugo Rv10
Date: Sep 25, 2005
his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder trailing edge,the plans say first to drill perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the importance of do so if when you counters. in both sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is humongous.did I made something wrong? hugo ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 25, 2005
From: James Hein <n8vim(at)arrl.net>
Subject: Re: Hugo Rv10
Hugo, When you drill perpendicular to the chord, you are drilling through both skins. Its hard to tell if you're perpendicular to the chord or not; The difference is so slight (probably 1/2 a degree) that its hard to tell. All I did was to drill so that the bit comes out the matching hole on the other side! As for countersinking, use a slow drill; countersinking the wedge enlarges the pilot hole a bit when you do the other side of the wedge. That hole will be hidden, and "filled in" a bit with the proseal that comes later (You did order your proseal, right?). My Proseal recommendations? Don't get the 30min tube, just go for the 2-hr quart can; Then you won't have to rush, and it gives you more time when you do the same thing to the elevator trailing edges. -Jim 40384, Alodining the main spar countersinks (yes, I've gone off the deep end... and I like it!) gommone7(at)bellsouth.net wrote: > >his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder trailing edge,the plans say first to drill perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the importance of do so if when you counters. in both sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is humongous.did I made something wrong? >hugo > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 25, 2005
From: Darton Steve <sfdarton(at)yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Hugo Rv10
Hugo, Just follow those instructions as best as you can. The drilled hole needs to be drilled perpendicular to the chord so that it exits the other side in the right place. The countersink is perpendicular to the skin because that is how the rivets are shaped. If you get out of that alignment it will not matter because the rivet will conform to the shape of the hole. All of these trailing edge rivet holes are out of alignmentin respect to the face of the rivet head and the shaft of the rivet. Steve 40212 --- gommone7(at)bellsouth.net wrote: > > > his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder > trailing edge,the plans say first to drill > perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink > perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do > so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the > importance of do so if when you counters. in both > sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is > humongous.did I made something wrong? > hugo > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 25, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Hugo Rv10
Hugo, It makes it a TON easier to build a little jig to hold the trailing edge and use a drill press to countersink. Read about it and see a picture here... <http://rv10.stephensville.com/archives/2005/01/dimpling_deburr.html> -Sean #40303 Darton Steve wrote: > > Hugo, > > Just follow those instructions as best as you can. The > drilled hole needs to be drilled perpendicular to the > chord so that it exits the other side in the right > place. The countersink is perpendicular to the skin > because that is how the rivets are shaped. If you get > out of that alignment it will not matter because the > rivet will conform to the shape of the hole. All of > these trailing edge rivet holes are out of alignmentin > respect to the face of the rivet head and the shaft of > the rivet. > > Steve 40212 > > --- gommone7(at)bellsouth.net wrote: > > >> >> >> his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder >> trailing edge,the plans say first to drill >> perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink >> perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do >> so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the >> importance of do so if when you counters. in both >> sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is >> humongous.did I made something wrong? >> hugo >> >> >> >> >> >> browse >> Subscriptions page, >> FAQ, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > __________________________________ > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "eagerlee" <eagerlee(at)comcast.net>
Subject: uncensored mail list
Date: Sep 25, 2005
how soon we forget. The reason this matronics list became so popular was because we didn't want anybody restricting the input. Just zip past those "out of office" things and be glad we don't have a monitor filtering stuff out. Is anybody thinking of an alternate engine? I know it's somewhat sacrilegious to consider an experimental engine in an experimental aircraft with such reliable, tried and true manufacturers (Lycoming?) out there, BUT Jan Eggenfellner is working on a new ratio PSRU that will allow the Suburu H6 engine to operate at a high enough RPM to develop 240 HP. If he offers a firewall forward kit with a supercharged H6 I'll plunk down some money. Paul Hahn #203 - slo-build ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 25, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: Re: Temporary Wheels
D:\IMail\spool\DCP_1401s.jpg; This weekend I joined the front and rear fuselage sections. This made the assembly too large to fit through my workshop doors forcing a move to the garage. I needed to be able to easily move it back to the workshop door as well (walkout basment location). In order to make it more easily movable, I fabricated a temporary set of wheels. So far so good. A single piece of 1.5" aluminum angle, two tires and some bolts and now it moves with ease. Jim Combs N312F - Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 25, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
"Hatamos, Grant"
Subject: Re: Temporary Wheels - Correct pictures this time
D:\IMail\spool\DCP_1556s.jpg; Sorry, grabbed the wrong pictures. Jim C ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Ken Peck" <kenbpeck(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Re: Hugo Rv10
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Gosh I wish I'd read this two days ago.... At least I now have plenty of scrap trailing edge from which to make my jig... If anyone else needs a little scrap, drop me a note.... The countersinking was a slight bit overzealous. Ken 40439 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sean Stephens" <schmoboy(at)cox.net> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 > > Hugo, > > It makes it a TON easier to build a little jig to hold the trailing edge > and use a drill press to countersink. > > Read about it and see a picture here... > > <http://rv10.stephensville.com/archives/2005/01/dimpling_deburr.html> > > -Sean #40303 > > Darton Steve wrote: >> >> Hugo, >> >> Just follow those instructions as best as you can. The >> drilled hole needs to be drilled perpendicular to the >> chord so that it exits the other side in the right >> place. The countersink is perpendicular to the skin >> because that is how the rivets are shaped. If you get >> out of that alignment it will not matter because the >> rivet will conform to the shape of the hole. All of >> these trailing edge rivet holes are out of alignmentin >> respect to the face of the rivet head and the shaft of >> the rivet. >> >> Steve 40212 >> >> --- gommone7(at)bellsouth.net wrote: >> >> >>> >>> >>> his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder >>> trailing edge,the plans say first to drill >>> perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink >>> perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do >>> so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the >>> importance of do so if when you counters. in both >>> sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is >>> humongous.did I made something wrong? >>> hugo >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> browse >>> Subscriptions page, >>> FAQ, >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Hugo Rv10
Date: Sep 26, 2005
If you don't want to build a jig, which is easy to do and you might as well do it, here's my technique, which is even easier. Worked fine. Essentially you stand the rudder up on the yet-to-be-rolled leading edge of the skins. That puts the cord straight up and down relative to the work bench. It doesn't hurt the skin edges at all. You then put a string level on your drill so you know you are at a right angle to the cord. Drill. Pictures attached. John Jessen #328 HS -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Ken Peck Subject: Re: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 Gosh I wish I'd read this two days ago.... At least I now have plenty of scrap trailing edge from which to make my jig... If anyone else needs a little scrap, drop me a note.... The countersinking was a slight bit overzealous. Ken 40439 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sean Stephens" <schmoboy(at)cox.net> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Hugo Rv10 > > Hugo, > > It makes it a TON easier to build a little jig to hold the trailing edge > and use a drill press to countersink. > > Read about it and see a picture here... > > <http://rv10.stephensville.com/archives/2005/01/dimpling_deburr.html> > > -Sean #40303 > > Darton Steve wrote: >> >> Hugo, >> >> Just follow those instructions as best as you can. The >> drilled hole needs to be drilled perpendicular to the >> chord so that it exits the other side in the right >> place. The countersink is perpendicular to the skin >> because that is how the rivets are shaped. If you get >> out of that alignment it will not matter because the >> rivet will conform to the shape of the hole. All of >> these trailing edge rivet holes are out of alignmentin >> respect to the face of the rivet head and the shaft of >> the rivet. >> >> Steve 40212 >> >> --- gommone7(at)bellsouth.net wrote: >> >> >>> >>> >>> his is my sunday question,when drilling the rudder >>> trailing edge,the plans say first to drill >>> perpendicular to the cord,later say to countersink >>> perpendicular to the face,how you will be able to do >>> so if the hole line is out of line ,and what is the >>> importance of do so if when you counters. in both >>> sides for the skin dimples the hole remain is >>> humongous.did I made something wrong? >>> hugo >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> browse >>> Subscriptions page, >>> FAQ, >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Aft Heater Hose
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
Push and squeeze of fold spindle and mutilate. You can get it in. Or you can go to 1 =BC" material. You will have plenty of heat unless you live where Tim does. Randy ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose Thanks Randy. 1.5" still gives 0.5" protruding above the tunnel cover. There's exactly 1.0" above the fuel bracket and 2.0" in between the valve selector and the tunnel side skin. Anh ----- Original Message ----- From: Randy DeBauw <mailto:Randy(at)abros.com> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Friday, September 23, 2005 1:20 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose Ahn. I reduced the size to 1 =BD" going over the fuel valve and then stepped it up to 2" to go into the rear connector. I used white pvc adapters at home depot and it worked very well. You can buy one that has 2" od and if you remove the threads it is 1 =BD" on the outside of the other end. Randy =09 ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2005 9:48 PM To: RV10 Subject: RV10-List: Aft Heater Hose What the (*&# is up with the 2" aft heater hose going over the fuel valve bracket that only has 1" vertical space? Anyone routing it under the bracket or see any problem with this? Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: My Power Distribution
I've uploaded my main power distribution diagram for review. It's essentially a Z-12 from Aeroelectric Connection, modified a bit for the battery being in the tail. Please take a look and see if I've missed anything, other than what's actually located on each bus, as that's not totally finished yet. You can find it here.. <http://rv10.stephensville.com/N428RV-pwr-dist.pdf> Thanks, Sean #40303 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Bruce Case" <pioneer(at)choiceonemail.com>
Subject: Re: My Power Distribution
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Is your hobbs meter also hooked into an oil pressure sensor which isn't shown here? Otherwise your hobbs is always running.. Bruce #446 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: My Power Distribution
Yes it would be. This and other sensors are not shown in this diagram. In the end, the separate hobbs may not even be there, if I go with the ACS2005 engine monitor for example. Thanks, -Sean #40303 Bruce Case wrote: > > Is your hobbs meter also hooked into an oil pressure sensor which > isn't shown here? Otherwise your hobbs is always running.. > > Bruce #446 > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: "Bobby J. Hughes" <bhughes(at)qnsi.net>
James, Slow down the drill to a very slow setting to minimize the bit chatter. I prefer using a battery powered drill for CS instead of the air powered. You can also use a little oil. Also Avery sells a #8 screw CS bit. It is the #20. Bobby Hughes 40116 Fuse / Engine ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP Anyone who's done the #8 countersinks for the fuel tank nutplates: I've used a #30 100-degree countersink cutter and did a few countersinks. Even though the dimensions are correct, the inside looks a bit jagged. I've included a couple (closeup) pictures, and ask: Is this right? How did you do it? Any hints here? -Jim 40384 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "bruce snyder" <SNYDER888(at)peoplepc.com>
Subject: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Best way I found to do it was to start the drill very slowly and then build up speed to keep the countersink bit from chattering. I also had a countersink bit I bought from Yardstore.com that had a little longer pilot on it and that seemed to help. Bruce #40353 wings _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP Anyone who's done the #8 countersinks for the fuel tank nutplates: I've used a #30 100-degree countersink cutter and did a few countersinks. Even though the dimensions are correct, the inside looks a bit jagged. I've included a couple (closeup) pictures, and ask: Is this right? How did you do it? Any hints here? -Jim 40384 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: PJ Seipel <seipel(at)seznam.cz>
Subject: Re: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP
In my opinion Van's instructions for this are poor. You have a couple of options: 1) Leave it as-is. Van's will tell you this is normal because you don't have material providing a solid hold on the bit's pilot; 2) Take off all the nutplates, make a jig to cleco on that will hold the pilot for the countersink; 3) Make a jig to hold your spar such that you can use a drillpress to do the countersinking. I went with option 3. If the spar and drillpress are clamped solidly enough that they can't move relative to each other, then you will eliminate most of the "wiggle" that produces the jagged countersink. PJ 40032 James Hein wrote: > Anyone who's done the #8 countersinks for the fuel tank nutplates: > > I've used a #30 100-degree countersink cutter and did a few > countersinks. Even though the dimensions are correct, the inside looks > a bit jagged. > > I've included a couple (closeup) pictures, and ask: Is this right? How > did you do it? Any hints here? > > -Jim 40384 > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: AHRS/Magnetometer Location
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob \(US SSA\)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
For those that have systems with remote magnetometers, where have you located them? Have you actually tested them for interference and accuracy? I was going to build a small shelf just aft of the battery near the top of the tailcone. Before doing this I taped a compass in the approximate location and it appears that that powering up the battery contactor causes the compass to shift a few degrees. Although I haven't checked it, I would imagine that the TruTrack pitch servo (located just aft of the battery) would cause additional influence/error. There's also the rear seat shoulder harness cables, but since they're essentially stationary I assume that calibration of the EFIS would take care of that. I considered moving aft another bay which but that starts getting close to the shoulder harness cable attach bolts and an area that will be difficult at best to reach later for maintenance. The Chelton units have the AHRS and magnetometer in the same module and I believe that it's recommended to be mounted on the centerline. The GRT approach has the magnetometer as a separate box that can be put out on a wingtip. Thoughts anybody? Pictures? What did you do Tim? Bob #40105 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "David McNeill" <dlm46007(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: AHRS/Magnetometer Location
Date: Sep 26, 2005
What type of AHRS are you installing? what is a few degrees? The Chelton specify four or less. I too am planning to locate there except my platform can move further aft if necessary. Note that at the rear of my platform the 24" distance requirement for the Chelton will be met from battery contactor and almost by met TT AP pitch servo. Certainly will be met by strobe power supply. It sounds also that some error can be removed during calibration. ----- Original Message ----- From: Condrey, Bob (US SSA) To: RV10-List(at)matronics.com Sent: Monday, September 26, 2005 2:52 PM Subject: RV10-List: AHRS/Magnetometer Location For those that have systems with remote magnetometers, where have you located them? Have you actually tested them for interference and accuracy? I was going to build a small shelf just aft of the battery near the top of the tailcone. Before doing this I taped a compass in the approximate location and it appears that that powering up the battery contactor causes the compass to shift a few degrees. Although I haven't checked it, I would imagine that the TruTrack pitch servo (located just aft of the battery) would cause additional influence/error. There's also the rear seat shoulder harness cables, but since they're essentially stationary I assume that calibration of the EFIS would take care of that. I considered moving aft another bay which but that starts getting close to the shoulder harness cable attach bolts and an area that will be difficult at best to reach later for maintenance. The Chelton units have the AHRS and magnetometer in the same module and I believe that it's recommended to be mounted on the centerline. The GRT approach has the magnetometer as a separate box that can be put out on a wingtip. Thoughts anybody? Pictures? What did you do Tim? Bob #40105 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Agree with Bobby. In fact (Randy DeBauw tip), sometimes I'll use the 100 degree debur bit that fits in the manual debur handle to do my countersinks. The one with no pilot shaft. Just hold it perpendicular to the work, give it 10 to 20 revolutions, wham, you got a perfect countersink. Works great and is fast and very accurately consistent for #30 and #40 sizes. Not sure about #20. Try using that to smooth out those ridges. Should be fine. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bobby J. Hughes Subject: RE: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP James, Slow down the drill to a very slow setting to minimize the bit chatter. I prefer using a battery powered drill for CS instead of the air powered. You can also use a little oil. Also Avery sells a #8 screw CS bit. It is the #20. Bobby Hughes 40116 Fuse / Engine _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP Anyone who's done the #8 countersinks for the fuel tank nutplates: I've used a #30 100-degree countersink cutter and did a few countersinks. Even though the dimensions are correct, the inside looks a bit jagged. I've included a couple (closeup) pictures, and ask: Is this right? How did you do it? Any hints here? -Jim 40384 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: "Lloyd, Daniel R." <LloydDR(at)wernerco.com>
Your not going to like my answer, but if you did not do the other spar yet then you can try it. What I did was take a piece of scrap angle, and clamp it in place under the three holes for a nut plate, Then I drilled the holes to match the locations, I then CTSK'd for the rivets, and then to CTSK for the center I put an extra long -3 in each hole to center the guide, clamped it in place, and CTSK for the screw to the correct depth, this countersunk the template at the same time making sure it would not chatter. They all came out perfect. But I really do not think this is an issue, because as you CTSK the spar you are actually making the whole larger, so the metal left at the bottom is very thin no matter how you do it. The more important part of this is not making it larger than necessary for the tank skin to sit down in the CTSK, as the strength comes from the skin set in the opening and pulling against the nut plate to seat deeper. This method was told to me by Sam, a fellow 9A builder. Clear as mud? contact me directly if you would like me to clear it up Dan 40269 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersink... HELP Anyone who's done the #8 countersinks for the fuel tank nutplates: I've used a #30 100-degree countersink cutter and did a few countersinks. Even though the dimensions are correct, the inside looks a bit jagged. I've included a couple (closeup) pictures, and ask: Is this right? How did you do it? Any hints here? -Jim 40384 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Dan Masys <dmasys(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: My Power Distribution
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Circuit diagrams look fine. I have the Z-12 schematic running in my -7A, using the 8 amp standby alternator rather than the 20A, and a Nippon Denso internally regulated main alternator, for which I added a disconnect relay (connected to Bob's crowbar overvoltage sensor) in case of alternator voltage runaway. Works well, though my electric gyros didn't like being on the downstream side of the diode connecting the main bus and essential bus, since there is about a 1.2 volt drop across the diode. Simple solution to this problem has been to keep the E-bus Alternate Feed swith on in addition to the Master switch, which brings the essential bus up to the same voltage as the main bus. Last week I inadvertently left the alternate feed switch on overnight and ran down the battery to nothing during a long cross country. I discovered for the first time that I could run both the main alternator and the standby alternator at the same time, and increase the total amps available for running the airplane and charging the battery. I had always figured I would have to shut the main alternator down to prevent interactions of the two voltage regulators, but in practice running both worked like a charm. Bob's dual alternator circuits work well. Are you using his fuse block approach also? That's a little less elegant in my -7A since I have to crawl under the panel to get to the fuse blocks, but the idea is not to be replacing fuses while flying in any case. Will be putting fuse blocks in the -10 also. -Dan Masys RV-7A flying Four weeks into the project and working on RV-10 elevators, with VS, HS and rudder done. > From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net> > Date: 2005/09/26 Mon PM 12:41:28 EDT > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: My Power Distribution > > > I've uploaded my main power distribution diagram for review. It's > essentially a Z-12 from Aeroelectric Connection, modified a bit for the > battery being in the tail. Please take a look and see if I've missed > anything, other than what's actually located on each bus, as that's not > totally finished yet. > > You can find it here.. <http://rv10.stephensville.com/N428RV-pwr-dist.pdf> > > Thanks, > > Sean #40303 > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: My Power Distribution
Dan Masys wrote: > > Circuit diagrams look fine. I have the Z-12 schematic running in my -7A, using the 8 amp standby alternator rather than the 20A, and a Nippon Denso internally regulated main alternator, for which I added a disconnect relay (connected to Bob's crowbar overvoltage sensor) in case of alternator voltage runaway. Works well, though my electric gyros didn't like being on the downstream side of the diode connecting the main bus and essential bus, since there is about a 1.2 volt drop across the diode. Simple solution to this problem has been to keep the E-bus Alternate Feed swith on in addition to the Master switch, which brings the essential bus up to the same voltage as the main bus. > > Last week I inadvertently left the alternate feed switch on overnight and ran down the battery to nothing during a long cross country. I discovered for the first time that I could run both the main alternator and the standby alternator at the same time, and increase the total amps available for running the airplane and charging the battery. I had always figured I would have to shut the main alternator down to prevent interactions of the two voltage regulators, but in practice running both worked like a charm. > I've often wondered if both circuits could be open and not do damage. > Bob's dual alternator circuits work well. Are you using his fuse block approach also? That's a little less elegant in my -7A since I have to crawl under the panel to get to the fuse blocks, but the idea is not to be replacing fuses while flying in any case. Will be putting fuse blocks in the -10 also. > Yes, going fuse blocks on everything except the two alt fld breakers on the panel. Thanks for the comments, -Sean #40303 > -Dan Masys > RV-7A flying > Four weeks into the project and working on RV-10 elevators, with VS, HS and rudder done. > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Neal George" <neal(at)appaero.com>
Subject: Tank Screw Countersinks
Date: Sep 26, 2005
James - It's hard to say. Running a screw down in the dimple doesn't tell us much. The countersink should be just deep enough for the DIMPLE in the skin that will eventually fill the countersink to sit in it without a gap between the skin material and the spar flange material. I drilled, dimpled and marked (ie 0.032, #8 Screw) scraps of the appropriate thickness and use them as gauges for countersinks. Countersink and check with the gauge. Turn the cage a few notches (sometimes 10, other times 2) and check again. When the gauge stops rocking in the hole and sits flush, wipe it with MEK, then the Alodine pen (www.steinair.com <http://www.steinair.com/> ) and move to the next one. Neal www.appaero.com RV-7 N8ZG (fuselage - seat & baggage ribs) RV-8 N998GM (wings finished!) So...... Are these too deep? Should I start to worry now? ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: Tim Olson <Tim(at)MyRV10.com>
Subject: Re: AHRS/Magnetometer Location
Bob, See inline: Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: > For those that have systems with remote magnetometers, where have you > located them? Have you actually tested them for interference and accuracy? > > I built a shelf maybe 6" rearward of the baggage bulkhead, above the battery. Moving it towards the rear of that section (near the next bulkhead) would not be a bad option either. I may end up moving mine back some day if I decide to make a "hat shelf" in the upper baggage wall. I did do a quick test with the Chelton AHRS for magnetic interferences. I know Vic Syracuse had his on the floor next to the battery and when he had the towbar in the baggage area, he had some interference. In my install, I moved the control surfaces and didn't see any movement at all on the magnetometer. There is a PC interface that you can use for doing the iron calibrations, so it should be apparent if there is any effect. I put my towbar in the baggage area and didn't see any movement either. I did not do any powerup of my autopilot servos and did not power up a battery contactor. I'm about 20" away from those things. Crossbow likes 24" from any high-current or high-frequency things, but I'm at least on the outer edge of that spec. My shelf I think is visible in some of my latest finishing kit pictures. I did what David McNeill did basically...just spanned my longerons with some angle, although I laid my angle in differently. Same basic thing. Originally I was thinking I'd try to mount it hanging from the top of the tailcone, but I think it would be harder to work with in future leveling and it may move around more. It would also be closer to any antennas you put in the roof there, but that probably doesn't matter much. > > I was going to build a small shelf just aft of the battery near the top > of the tailcone. Before doing this I taped a compass in the approximate > location and it appears that that powering up the battery contactor > causes the compass to shift a few degrees. Although I havent checked > it, I would imagine that the TruTrack pitch servo (located just aft of > the battery) would cause additional influence/error. Theres also the > rear seat shoulder harness cables, but since theyre essentially > stationary I assume that calibration of the EFIS would take care of that. > > You're right that the seat belt harnesses should be able to be calibrated out. I would think that the non-moving solenoid might also be in that situation. The autopilot servo didn't interfere when non-powered, so it would have to interfere just from the motor standpoint if it is going to. > > I considered moving aft another bay which but that starts getting close > to the shoulder harness cable attach bolts and an area that will be > difficult at best to reach later for maintenance. > I agree. I think that would be overkill. If it doesn't work where I have it now, I think I'll just make a higher type of shelf for it to mount closer to the ceiling. I'll probably have it painted already though, so I'd build the shelf to hold it high, not rivet through the roof in that case. > > > The Chelton units have the AHRS and magnetometer in the same module and > I believe that its recommended to be mounted on the centerline. The > GRT approach has the magnetometer as a separate box that can be put out > on a wingtip. > > Here are pictures of my install: http://www.myrv10.com/N104CD/finishing/20050905/index.html You're right that they recommend mounting on centerline, and near center CG, and all that stuff. But, I was also told by them that in our small craft, it isn't really too big a deal if you move it way forward or aft of CG, or even put it off centerline. Those are ideals, but I think most locations you can think of would probably work fine. That said, there aren't all that many great locations that I could think of. I was just happy though that the control movement didn't cause anything. I'm really guessing it won't be an issue, but you're correct to have concerns...we're all kind of testing these waters. Hope the photos help... Tim > > Thoughts anybody? Pictures? What did you do Tim? > > > > Bob #40105 > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Tank Screw Countersinks
Date: Sep 26, 2005
From: "Lloyd, Daniel R." <LloydDR(at)wernerco.com>
you are trying to put the screw in without the skin, so it will sit deeper, look at the page for the measurements. From the measurement you show you are just 8 thousands over, They are listed on page 13-3, in the lower right hand corner. For the tank skins they list 3/8 as the max on the top opening and tapering to 7/32 as the max for the lower opening. I would assume if you went a little large you would be ok, but you would have to verify this with Vans. These measurements are different for the inspection plate holes, so do those first as they are smaller. Hope this helps Dan 40269 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Tank Screw Countersinks So...... Are these too deep? Should I start to worry now? ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Richard Sipp" <rsipp(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: AHRS/Magnetometer Location
Date: Sep 26, 2005
The article on instrument panels in the current Kit Planes says Direct To Avionics will be introducing cable kits, mounting hardware and instructions for the proper location of the AHRS in the 10. Hope this will be available soon. Dick Sipp ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Olson" <Tim(at)MyRV10.com> Subject: Re: RV10-List: AHRS/Magnetometer Location > > > Bob, See inline: > > > Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: >> For those that have systems with remote magnetometers, where have you >> located them? Have you actually tested them for interference and >> accuracy? >> >> > > I built a shelf maybe 6" rearward of the baggage bulkhead, above the > battery. Moving it towards the rear of that section (near the next > bulkhead) would not be a bad option either. I may end up moving mine > back some day if I decide to make a "hat shelf" in the upper baggage > wall. > > I did do a quick test with the Chelton AHRS for magnetic interferences. > I know Vic Syracuse had his on the floor next to the battery and > when he had the towbar in the baggage area, he had some interference. > In my install, I moved the control surfaces and didn't see any movement > at all on the magnetometer. There is a PC interface that you can use > for doing the iron calibrations, so it should be apparent if there > is any effect. I put my towbar in the baggage area and didn't see > any movement either. I did not do any powerup of my autopilot servos > and did not power up a battery contactor. I'm about 20" away from those > things. Crossbow likes 24" from any high-current or high-frequency > things, but I'm at least on the outer edge of that spec. > > My shelf I think is visible in some of my latest finishing kit pictures. > I did what David McNeill did basically...just spanned my longerons with > some angle, although I laid my angle in differently. Same basic thing. > Originally I was thinking I'd try to mount it hanging from the top of > the tailcone, but I think it would be harder to work with in future > leveling and it may move around more. It would also be closer to > any antennas you put in the roof there, but that probably doesn't > matter much. > >> >> I was going to build a small shelf just aft of the battery near the top >> of the tailcone. Before doing this I taped a compass in the approximate >> location and it appears that that powering up the battery contactor >> causes the compass to shift a few degrees. Although I havent checked >> it, I would imagine that the TruTrack pitch servo (located just aft of >> the battery) would cause additional influence/error. Theres also the >> rear seat shoulder harness cables, but since theyre essentially >> stationary I assume that calibration of the EFIS would take care of that. >> >> > > You're right that the seat belt harnesses should be able to be > calibrated out. I would think that the non-moving solenoid > might also be in that situation. The autopilot servo didn't > interfere when non-powered, so it would have to interfere > just from the motor standpoint if it is going to. > > >> >> I considered moving aft another bay which but that starts getting close >> to the shoulder harness cable attach bolts and an area that will be >> difficult at best to reach later for maintenance. >> > > I agree. I think that would be overkill. If it doesn't work where > I have it now, I think I'll just make a higher type of shelf for > it to mount closer to the ceiling. I'll probably have it painted > already though, so I'd build the shelf to hold it high, not > rivet through the roof in that case. > >> The Chelton units have the AHRS and magnetometer in the same module and >> I believe that its recommended to be mounted on the centerline. The GRT >> approach has the magnetometer as a separate box that can be put out on a >> wingtip. >> >> > > Here are pictures of my install: > http://www.myrv10.com/N104CD/finishing/20050905/index.html > > You're right that they recommend mounting on centerline, and > near center CG, and all that stuff. But, I was also told by them > that in our small craft, it isn't really too big a deal if you > move it way forward or aft of CG, or even put it off centerline. > Those are ideals, but I think most locations you can think of would > probably work fine. That said, there aren't all that many great > locations that I could think of. I was just happy though that > the control movement didn't cause anything. I'm really guessing > it won't be an issue, but you're correct to have concerns...we're > all kind of testing these waters. > > Hope the photos help... > Tim > >> >> Thoughts anybody? Pictures? What did you do Tim? >> >> Bob #40105 >> >> > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Sean Blair" <seanblair(at)adelphia.net>
Subject:
Date: Sep 26, 2005
Have many of you installed the cable fairings on the tail and/or inside the fuselage? What do you think of using proseal with no rivets? Sean Blair N967SB reserved ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 27, 2005
I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 27, 2005
Anh, With the C4B5 one of the holes you need does not exist. We had to make a bracket that fit to another one of the holes in the engine and found a screw that would fit. If you aren't in a hurry I can take a picture of our setup next time we have the top cowl off, which may not be for another several weeks. We are going to need our 100-hour by that time. It's running great. You may also notice that the right rear section of the baffles does not fit the engine case very well. We had to trim and trim and trim that piece to get it to fit right. GOD BLESS! Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: My Power Distribution
Date: Sep 27, 2005
From: "RV Builder \(Michael Sausen\)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
One possibility for the people that are going to go with the fuse block is to use the space on the panel that would have been breakers and mount the fuse block behind a door so they are easily accessible. Of course if you don't have the space this wouldn't be an option. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Ailerons -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dan Masys Subject: Re: RV10-List: My Power Distribution Circuit diagrams look fine. I have the Z-12 schematic running in my -7A, using the 8 amp standby alternator rather than the 20A, and a Nippon Denso internally regulated main alternator, for which I added a disconnect relay (connected to Bob's crowbar overvoltage sensor) in case of alternator voltage runaway. Works well, though my electric gyros didn't like being on the downstream side of the diode connecting the main bus and essential bus, since there is about a 1.2 volt drop across the diode. Simple solution to this problem has been to keep the E-bus Alternate Feed swith on in addition to the Master switch, which brings the essential bus up to the same voltage as the main bus. Last week I inadvertently left the alternate feed switch on overnight and ran down the battery to nothing during a long cross country. I discovered for the first time that I could run both the main alternator and the standby alternator at the same time, and increase the total amps available for running the airplane and charging the battery. I had always figured I would have to shut the main alternator down to prevent interactions of the two voltage regulators, but in practice running both worked like a charm. Bob's dual alternator circuits work well. Are you using his fuse block approach also? That's a little less elegant in my -7A since I have to crawl under the panel to get to the fuse blocks, but the idea is not to be replacing fuses while flying in any case. Will be putting fuse blocks in the -10 also. -Dan Masys RV-7A flying Four weeks into the project and working on RV-10 elevators, with VS, HS and rudder done. > From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net> > Date: 2005/09/26 Mon PM 12:41:28 EDT > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: My Power Distribution > > > I've uploaded my main power distribution diagram for review. It's > essentially a Z-12 from Aeroelectric Connection, modified a bit for > the battery being in the tail. Please take a look and see if I've > missed anything, other than what's actually located on each bus, as > that's not totally finished yet. > > You can find it here.. > <http://rv10.stephensville.com/N428RV-pwr-dist.pdf> > > Thanks, > > Sean #40303 > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 27, 2005
From: "Scott Schmidt" <sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com>
I just went through this as well. On the left side I had to make a new bracket because the one provided was off by quite a bit and didn't line up at all. The baffles are definitely a pain. I think each engine casing is just a little different. I will take some pictures tonight but you will just have to fabricate your own brackets where they don't fit. Try to get the angle as close as possible on the ramp by lining it up with the bottom opening of the cowl since it is something you can't bend later. You also have to be aware of the rivets and nutplates that are added later. Scott Schmidt sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 27, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Fwd Engine baffle
Just curious, Is this only an issue with the C4B5? I assume Van's probably made the baffles to match the D4A5? -Sean #40303 Scott Schmidt wrote: > > I just went through this as well. On the left side I had to make a new > bracket because the one provided was off by quite a bit and didnt > line up at all. The baffles are definitely a pain. I think each engine > casing is just a little different. > > I will take some pictures tonight but you will just have to fabricate > your own brackets where they dont fit. Try to get the angle as close > as possible on the ramp by lining it up with the bottom opening of the > cowl since it is something you cant bend later. You also have to be > aware of the rivets and nutplates that are added later. > > Scott Schmidt > > sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com > > > *From:* owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *DejaVu > *Sent:* Monday, September 26, 2005 10:11 PM > *To:* RV10 > *Subject:* RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle > > I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, > especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to > the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of > the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the > ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the > engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll > have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower > cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine > that has gone through this. > > BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another > one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work > out ok. > > Anh > > #141 > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: OldOOwl(at)aol.com
Date: Sep 27, 2005
Subject: Re: Fwd Engine baffle
Please discontinue my rv10-list. Thanks! ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 27, 2005
From: "Scott Schmidt" <sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com>
Well, I actually have the D4A5 and it still doesn't fit. Scott Schmidt sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sean Stephens Subject: Re: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Just curious, Is this only an issue with the C4B5? I assume Van's probably made the baffles to match the D4A5? -Sean #40303 Scott Schmidt wrote: > > I just went through this as well. On the left side I had to make a new > bracket because the one provided was off by quite a bit and didn't > line up at all. The baffles are definitely a pain. I think each engine > casing is just a little different. > > I will take some pictures tonight but you will just have to fabricate > your own brackets where they don't fit. Try to get the angle as close > as possible on the ramp by lining it up with the bottom opening of the > cowl since it is something you can't bend later. You also have to be > aware of the rivets and nutplates that are added later. > > Scott Schmidt > > sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com > > > *From:* owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *DejaVu > *Sent:* Monday, September 26, 2005 10:11 PM > *To:* RV10 > *Subject:* RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle > > I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, > especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to > the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of > the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the > ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the > engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll > have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower > cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine > that has gone through this. > > BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another > one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work > out ok. > > Anh > > #141 > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Dan Masys <dmasys(at)cox.net>
Subject: My Power Distribution
Date: Sep 27, 2005
> From: "RV Builder \(Michael Sausen\)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net> > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: My Power Distribution > > One possibility for the people that are going to go with the fuse block is to use the space on the panel that would have been breakers and mount the fuse block behind a door so they are easily accessible. Of course if you don't have the space this wouldn't be an option. > > Michael Sausen > -10 #352 Ailerons Andy Karmy had a nice solution for this on his RV-9A website, shown here: http://www.karmy.com/rv9a/pictures/fuselage/electrical/img_0022.htm Basically, he mounted the fuse blocks on a hinged plate between the main panel and subpanel, with a cowl fastener to hold it in place. Quarter turn and viola, the fuses drop down into view. Better solution than I have on my -7A, where the fuse blocks are mounted to the firewall recess, but I didn't see it before I had mine in place. -Dan Masys #40448 elevators ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Re: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 27, 2005
Thanks Jesse and others. I feel a little better that at least I'm not whacked. Included tonight are some pictures. I'm discovering some other problems yet on the L/H fwd air ramp. Please look at them and tell me if my mitigations below are sound: 1. The aft center bracket on top of the engine sat too high above the screw holes. I took a shot of the screw hole itself so you can see how different it is from the true D4A5. I ground down about 50% of the mid section of the bracket to make it fit. Is this section now too thin that I should fabricate another? 2. First of 3 problems on the L/H air ramp. The big hole that will have a screen underneath (not too concerned and don't know what it is for at this point) is too close to the fiberglass lip. One of the #30 holes is actually underneath the glass. You're supposed to trim the metal later so that the ramp lip is almost even with the glass lip. That would cut out this #30 hole. I can either cut a half-moon in the glass and same on the metal side so that this #30 hole will stay. Will I have difficulty installing the bottom cowl later on? Or I can trim the entire glass lip back to expose the #30 hole. Note a picture of 410RV shows the air seal partially covering the big hole on Tim Olson's website. 3. Second prob. The center of the smaller 3/4" hole on the same air ramp where the prop gov cable will protrude through is about 1/2" inboard of the prop gov arm from eyeballing it. Will I have a problem aligning and installing the prop gov cable? 4. Third prob. One of my pictures shows my pinky pointing at a screw hole on the engine case. A bracket goes there and I intend to have it contact the top side of the air ramp. I don't think it will interfere with the center fwd baffle later. Do you see any other problems with this? The last picture is of the R/H air ramp. No problems here. I happened to see that the glass lip of the bottom cowl is aligned with the rear of the ring gear. Is this about how yours are? My glass lips are not too fat, are they? I don't remember being told to trim them back when working on the cowls. Pew! that's enough for one night. Thanks in advance. Guess I've been spoiled up to this point (except the oil door took longer than the big door - exaggerated a bit. What up with that) that things have been fitting together much nicer. Anh #141 ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 7:09 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Anh, With the C4B5 one of the holes you need does not exist. We had to make a bracket that fit to another one of the holes in the engine and found a screw that would fit. If you aren't in a hurry I can take a picture of our setup next time we have the top cowl off, which may not be for another several weeks. We are going to need our 100-hour by that time. It's running great. You may also notice that the right rear section of the baffles does not fit the engine case very well. We had to trim and trim and trim that piece to get it to fit right. GOD BLESS! Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 12:11 AM To: RV10 Subject: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: My Power Distribution
Date: Sep 28, 2005
From: "Doerr, Ray R [NTK]" <Ray.R.Doerr(at)sprint.com>
I did this as well. I created a tray for the pilot side that was 15" wide by 8" deep that was hinged to the bottom of the sub panel. Keep in mind that if you put it on the co-pilot side it will interfere with the push/pull cables for the heater because they will likely be routed below the sub panel. Also on the Pilot side, stay in enough so that it won't interfere with the vent or naca scoop. Thank You Ray Doerr 40250 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dan Masys Subject: RE: RV10-List: My Power Distribution > From: "RV Builder \(Michael Sausen\)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net> > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: My Power Distribution > > One possibility for the people that are going to go with the fuse block is to use the space on the panel that would have been breakers and mount the fuse block behind a door so they are easily accessible. Of course if you don't have the space this wouldn't be an option. > > Michael Sausen > -10 #352 Ailerons Andy Karmy had a nice solution for this on his RV-9A website, shown here: http://www.karmy.com/rv9a/pictures/fuselage/electrical/img_0022.htm Basically, he mounted the fuse blocks on a hinged plate between the main panel and subpanel, with a cowl fastener to hold it in place. Quarter turn and viola, the fuses drop down into view. Better solution than I have on my -7A, where the fuse blocks are mounted to the firewall recess, but I didn't see it before I had mine in place. -Dan Masys #40448 elevators ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 28, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
Just a word of caution on the air dams. I had some help in this area. Tim James that helped with the baffle area told me to leave at least 3/8" clearance between the rear of the cowl and the front of the air dam. He said that any less and getting the rubber up through that gap would be a real problem. As it worked out I have one rivet on the air inlet for the heater has 1/2 of a rivet left, we cut through it to maintain the clearance. It has made the removal of the cowl much easier. That gap between the rear of the cowl and the front of the air dam is cover completely with the rubber seal material. Hope this helps. Randy ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Subject: Re: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Thanks Jesse and others. I feel a little better that at least I'm not whacked. Included tonight are some pictures. I'm discovering some other problems yet on the L/H fwd air ramp. Please look at them and tell me if my mitigations below are sound: 1. The aft center bracket on top of the engine sat too high above the screw holes. I took a shot of the screw hole itself so you can see how different it is from the true D4A5. I ground down about 50% of the mid section of the bracket to make it fit. Is this section now too thin that I should fabricate another? 2. First of 3 problems on the L/H air ramp. The big hole that will have a screen underneath (not too concerned and don't know what it is for at this point) is too close to the fiberglass lip. One of the #30 holes is actually underneath the glass. You're supposed to trim the metal later so that the ramp lip is almost even with the glass lip. That would cut out this #30 hole. I can either cut a half-moon in the glass and same on the metal side so that this #30 hole will stay. Will I have difficulty installing the bottom cowl later on? Or I can trim the entire glass lip back to expose the #30 hole. Note a picture of 410RV shows the air seal partially covering the big hole on Tim Olson's website. 3. Second prob. The center of the smaller 3/4" hole on the same air ramp where the prop gov cable will protrude through is about 1/2" inboard of the prop gov arm from eyeballing it. Will I have a problem aligning and installing the prop gov cable? 4. Third prob. One of my pictures shows my pinky pointing at a screw hole on the engine case. A bracket goes there and I intend to have it contact the top side of the air ramp. I don't think it will interfere with the center fwd baffle later. Do you see any other problems with this? The last picture is of the R/H air ramp. No problems here. I happened to see that the glass lip of the bottom cowl is aligned with the rear of the ring gear. Is this about how yours are? My glass lips are not too fat, are they? I don't remember being told to trim them back when working on the cowls. Pew! that's enough for one night. Thanks in advance. Guess I've been spoiled up to this point (except the oil door took longer than the big door - exaggerated a bit. What up with that) that things have been fitting together much nicer. Anh #141 ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 7:09 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Anh, With the C4B5 one of the holes you need does not exist. We had to make a bracket that fit to another one of the holes in the engine and found a screw that would fit. If you aren't in a hurry I can take a picture of our setup next time we have the top cowl off, which may not be for another several weeks. We are going to need our 100-hour by that time. It's running great. You may also notice that the right rear section of the baffles does not fit the engine case very well. We had to trim and trim and trim that piece to get it to fit right. GOD BLESS! Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 =09 ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 12:11 AM To: RV10 Subject: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 28, 2005
You have to make a new bracket. I had the same problem. The model year on my engine is 1978 and it is not the same as the newer engines. When you make the bracket it will be hard to get to the screw holding the bracket on. I solved that problem by making the bracket in two pieces with one part that screws on to the block and then it screws onto the part that is riveted to the air dam part. Sorry I don't have a photo of that bracket. Randy -----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Scott Schmidt Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle --> Well, I actually have the D4A5 and it still doesn't fit. Scott Schmidt sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sean Stephens Subject: Re: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Just curious, Is this only an issue with the C4B5? I assume Van's probably made the baffles to match the D4A5? -Sean #40303 Scott Schmidt wrote: > > I just went through this as well. On the left side I had to make a new > bracket because the one provided was off by quite a bit and didn't > line up at all. The baffles are definitely a pain. I think each engine > casing is just a little different. > > I will take some pictures tonight but you will just have to fabricate > your own brackets where they don't fit. Try to get the angle as close > as possible on the ramp by lining it up with the bottom opening of the > cowl since it is something you can't bend later. You also have to be > aware of the rivets and nutplates that are added later. > > Scott Schmidt > > sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com > > > *From:* owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *DejaVu > *Sent:* Monday, September 26, 2005 10:11 PM > *To:* RV10 > *Subject:* RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle > > I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, > especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to > the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of > the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the > ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the > engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll > have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower > cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine > that has gone through this. > > BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another > one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work > out ok. > > Anh > > #141 > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Dave Saylor" <Dave(at)AirCraftersLLC.com>
Subject: Builders Wanted
Date: Sep 28, 2005
Hello All, AirCrafters LLC is looking for help! We need builders experienced with avionics, airframe construction, powerplant installation, maintenance, and repair. We work on all types of experimental aircraft from ultralights to turboprops. We're located at Watsonville Airport (WVI) near Monterey, California. Starting wages are $20-$25/hr. If you love building airplanes, please email a cover letter and resume to jobs(at)AirCraftersLLC.com. Please see www.AirCraftersLLC.com for more information. Thanks, Dave Saylor AirCrafters LLC 831-722-9141 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Trim Tab Hinges
Date: Sep 28, 2005
Hey all - Does anyone know if the hinges provided to attach the trim tabs need priming? They look kind of like they might be anodized, but I'm not sure. Thanks, cj ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 28, 2005
I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "David McNeill" <dlm46007(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 28, 2005
Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 11:53 AM Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 28, 2005
From: Phil Hall <phil(at)asibuildings.com>
Subject: Re: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Jesse, Add me to the list. I have several of their covers over the years and am quite satisfied with their covers. Phil phil(at)asibuildings.com > > Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org>Jesse Saint >> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com >> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 11:53 AM >> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy >> >> I just talked to Bruce @ Bruces Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a >> cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of >> them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does >> anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of >> $200-250? >> >> Thanks. >> >> Jesse Saint >> I-TEC, Inc. >> jesse(at)itecusa.org >> www.itecusa.org >> W: 352-465-4545 >> C: 352-427-0285 >> F: 815-377-3694 >> > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 28, 2005
From: "Doerr, Ray R [NTK]" <Ray.R.Doerr(at)sprint.com>
I would be interested as well. Can we get the price down to $300 even? Thank You Ray Doerr CDNI Principal Engineer Sprint PCS 16020 West 113th Street Lenexa, KS 66219 Mailstop KSLNXK0101 (913) 859-1414 (Office) (913) 226-0106 (Pcs) (913) 859-1234 (Fax) Ray.R.Doerr(at)sprint.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 28, 2005
I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Re: Fwd Engine baffle
Date: Sep 28, 2005
Good suggestion on the 3/8" gap Randy. Bottom line here is do what it takes to make it work and be ready to undo it. Anh ----- Original Message ----- From: Randy DeBauw To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 11:02 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Just a word of caution on the air dams. I had some help in this area. Tim James that helped with the baffle area told me to leave at least 3/8" clearance between the rear of the cowl and the front of the air dam. He said that any less and getting the rubber up through that gap would be a real problem. As it worked out I have one rivet on the air inlet for the heater has 1/2 of a rivet left, we cut through it to maintain the clearance. It has made the removal of the cowl much easier. That gap between the rear of the cowl and the front of the air dam is cover completely with the rubber seal material. Hope this helps. Randy From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 8:41 PM To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Subject: Re: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Thanks Jesse and others. I feel a little better that at least I'm not whacked. Included tonight are some pictures. I'm discovering some other problems yet on the L/H fwd air ramp. Please look at them and tell me if my mitigations below are sound: 1. The aft center bracket on top of the engine sat too high above the screw holes. I took a shot of the screw hole itself so you can see how different it is from the true D4A5. I ground down about 50% of the mid section of the bracket to make it fit. Is this section now too thin that I should fabricate another? 2. First of 3 problems on the L/H air ramp. The big hole that will have a screen underneath (not too concerned and don't know what it is for at this point) is too close to the fiberglass lip. One of the #30 holes is actually underneath the glass. You're supposed to trim the metal later so that the ramp lip is almost even with the glass lip. That would cut out this #30 hole. I can either cut a half-moon in the glass and same on the metal side so that this #30 hole will stay. Will I have difficulty installing the bottom cowl later on? Or I can trim the entire glass lip back to expose the #30 hole. Note a picture of 410RV shows the air seal partially covering the big hole on Tim Olson's website. 3. Second prob. The center of the smaller 3/4" hole on the same air ramp where the prop gov cable will protrude through is about 1/2" inboard of the prop gov arm from eyeballing it. Will I have a problem aligning and installing the prop gov cable? 4. Third prob. One of my pictures shows my pinky pointing at a screw hole on the engine case. A bracket goes there and I intend to have it contact the top side of the air ramp. I don't think it will interfere with the center fwd baffle later. Do you see any other problems with this? The last picture is of the R/H air ramp. No problems here. I happened to see that the glass lip of the bottom cowl is aligned with the rear of the ring gear. Is this about how yours are? My glass lips are not too fat, are they? I don't remember being told to trim them back when working on the cowls. Pew! that's enough for one night. Thanks in advance. Guess I've been spoiled up to this point (except the oil door took longer than the big door - exaggerated a bit. What up with that) that things have been fitting together much nicer. Anh #141 ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 7:09 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle Anh, With the C4B5 one of the holes you need does not exist. We had to make a bracket that fit to another one of the holes in the engine and found a screw that would fit. If you aren't in a hurry I can take a picture of our setup next time we have the top cowl off, which may not be for another several weeks. We are going to need our 100-hour by that time. It's running great. You may also notice that the right rear section of the baffles does not fit the engine case very well. We had to trim and trim and trim that piece to get it to fit right. GOD BLESS! Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of DejaVu Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2005 12:11 AM To: RV10 Subject: RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine that has gone through this. BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work out ok. Anh #141 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hilger" <ninepapa(at)nethere.com>
Subject: Re: Trim Tab Hinges
Date: Sep 28, 2005
Chris They are anodized. Check them with an ohm meter. they should read little or no conductivity. John ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Johnston" <CJohnston(at)popsound.com> Subject: RE: RV10-List: Trim Tab Hinges > > > Hey all - > Does anyone know if the hinges provided to attach the trim tabs need > priming? They look kind of like they might be anodized, but I'm not > sure. > > > Thanks, > cj > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 28, 2005
From: Larry Rosen <LarryRosen(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Fuselage Wire Routing
I am trying to decide how route the wires from the tail cone to the panel before I close up the baggage compartment floor boards and passenger seat. And I am becoming overwhelmed with the amount of wire and tubing that needs to be routed past the spar and into the tail cone. Some of Randy's pictures on Tim's site: <http://www.myrv10.com/N610RV/20050316/IMGP0786.html> <http://www.myrv10.com/N610RV/20050306/IMGP0715.html> <http://www.myrv10.com/N610RV/20050306/IMGP0716.html> They show wires going through 3 holes to get past the wing spar, but there are only 2 holes per Vans design. How big can the holes go (3/4")? Is any reinforcement necessary. And then how did they get that much through the 3/4" conduit running under the floor boards? here <http://www.myrv10.com/N610RV/wire_routing/2%20%2821%29.html> The right side would be easier because there is no baggage door, and you have a removable panel. Anyone making the floor boards or passenger seat removable? or any suggestions on access panels? Larry Rosen N205EN (reserved <http://rv10pilot.home.comcast.net/> ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 28, 2005
I would be very interested in the kit at 50% Dan Lloyd 40269 _____
From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 11:53 AM Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 29, 2005
Same $350 price. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 29, 2005
Very interested Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
Also interested. Bob #40105 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Very interested Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 11:53 AM Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: wiring
Anyone have some figures on wire sizes and amounts to order. Perhaps a shopping list?? I am having my panel wired complete, but I still have to go from the panel to wings, tail ect. Sure would save a lot of thinking time if someone has a list. Jim Wade 40834 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: DOUGPFLYRV(at)aol.com
Date: Sep 29, 2005
Subject: Re: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Very Interested. Thanks, Doug Preston 40372 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Torque tube install
Date: Sep 29, 2005
Does installing the torque tube, aileron bellcrank and aileron pushrod in the wings before the bottom skins, get in the way of riveting the bottom skins? I didn't know if you could still get good access to buck rivets with the tubes in there. BTW, just saw a post from Jim Wade with a kit number in the 800's. Wow, I didn't know Van's had sold that many yet! John Hasbrouck #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: wiring
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox(at)pacificnw.com>
Jim - are we really up to kit #834 now? John - KUAO ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: wiring Anyone have some figures on wire sizes and amounts to order. Perhaps a shopping list?? I am having my panel wired complete, but I still have to go from the panel to wings, tail ect. Sure would save a lot of thinking time if someone has a list. Jim Wade 40834 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: wiring
<9F819487C44F0B4DBDB0CC0450824CEB019B54D5@ehost005-2.exch005intermedia.net> Sorry, 383. Worked out the wiring, so please disregard previous post. -------Original Message------- From: John W. Cox Date: 09/29/05 18:13:28 Subject: RE: RV10-List: wiring Jim =96 are we really up to kit #834 now? John - KUAO From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: wiring Anyone have some figures on wire sizes and amounts to order. Perhaps a shopping list?? I am having my panel wired complete, but I still have to go from the panel to wings, tail ect. Sure would save a lot of thinking time if someone has a list. Jim Wade 40834 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Albert Gardner" <ibspud(at)adelphia.net>
Subject: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 29, 2005
I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? Albert Gardner 40-422 Yuma, Arizona ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Dan Masys <dmasys(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: wiring
Date: Sep 29, 2005
> From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox(at)pacificnw.com> > Date: 2005/09/29 Thu PM 07:05:49 EDT > To: > Subject: RE: RV10-List: wiring > > Jim - are we really up to kit #834 now? I ordered the -10 tailcone kit at OSH on 7/26/05 and got builder number 40448. Kit was delivered 8/23/05. Unless some third world airforce just ordered a couple of hundred of them, seems more likely it would be a typo. Dan Masys -7A flying -10A elevators ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: john dalmas <jdalmas(at)yahoo.com>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close to dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage skin from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to be replaced or is there a way to repair them? John Dalmas #40399 tailcone ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. john dalmas wrote: > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage >skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close to >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage skin >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to be >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > >John Dalmas >#40399 tailcone > >__________________________________________________ > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Albert Gardner" <ibspud(at)adelphia.net>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 29, 2005
Your Acceptable Methods book is a good reference for this-you can look at this as a repair job and see what will fly according to that guide. Extra holes can be dimpled and filled with a rivet assuming it's not a 'snowball' kind of extra hole. Bad tears and cracks may need doublers. How much of this do you have to deal with? Albert Gardner, Yuma, AZ -----Original Message----- What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close to dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage skin from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to be replaced or is there a way to repair them? John Dalmas #40399 tailcone ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Ted on RV list" <ted_french(at)telus.net>
Subject: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 29, 2005
They are dimpled. Ted French RV-10 wings -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com]On Behalf Of Albert Gardner Sent: September 29, 2005 5:39 PM To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? Albert Gardner 40-422 Yuma, Arizona ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Richard Sipp" <rsipp(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Torque tube install
Date: Sep 29, 2005
----- Original Message ----- From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com> Subject: RV10-List: Torque tube install > > Does installing the torque tube, aileron bellcrank and aileron pushrod in > the wings before the bottom skins, get in the way of riveting the bottom > skins? I didn't know if you could still get good access to buck rivets > with the tubes in there. BTW, just saw a post from Jim Wade with a kit > number in the 800's. Wow, I didn't know Van's had sold that many yet! > > John Hasbrouck > #40264 John: I had the ailerons and flaps built before skinning the bottom of the wing so I mounted them, set all the linkage lengths, installed the autopilot servo and wiring then removed the actuator tubes for the bottom skinning. Trying to single hand rivet the skins was hard enough with the tubes out. Dick Sipp 40065 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: john dalmas <jdalmas(at)yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know > without the context. > > john dalmas wrote: > > > > > > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage > >skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close > to > >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > skin > >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > be > >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > > >John Dalmas > >#40399 tailcone > > > >__________________________________________________ > protection around > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Rick Leach" <papadaddyo(at)tampabay.rr.com>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 29, 2005
I am a long way from complete but to save some future money, I would be definitely interested. Rick Leach 40397 papadaddyo(at)tampabay.rr.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of David McNeill Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy Try getting a price from Kennon Covers from WY. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jesse Saint <mailto:jesse(at)itecusa.org> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I just talked to Bruce @ Bruce's Custom Covers. He is quoting $350 for a cabin cover for the -10. He did mention that if he were making several of them he could probably cut 10%. Is anybody interested in doing this? Does anybody have an idea of where we could get a cover more in the range of $200-250? Thanks. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "David McNeill" <dlm46007(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 29, 2005
In general the rivet set should be used on the manufactured head of the rivet. it should be held firmly in place (both hands if necessary) and the bucking bar should be allowed to slightly bounce on the other end. The bucking bar can also "shimmed" with baffling material or wood pieces (held on by tape) to offset it from other metal structures so that when it bounces it will not damage the inside of the structure with metal to metal contact. Also helpful is the "rounded flush set" for the 426 rivets, it allows for less than perfect technique required for the standard flush sets. Additionally any significant dings to the internal structure should be sanded out to prevent stress cracks at a later date from the ding. my 2 cents. ----- Original Message ----- From: "john dalmas" <jdalmas(at)yahoo.com> Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > Deems, I have been checking out your website and it > has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a > bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet > gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was > outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the > rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and > tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about > drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 > doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would > be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal > and the 3 rivets. ? > > Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get > the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the > tear isn't all that big. > > --- Deems Davis wrote: > >> >> >> John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know >> without the context. >> >> john dalmas wrote: >> >> >> > >> > >> >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage >> >skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close >> to >> >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage >> skin >> >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to >> be >> >replaced or is there a way to repair them? >> > >> >John Dalmas >> >#40399 tailcone >> > >> >__________________________________________________ >> protection around >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> >> >> >> >> >> browse >> Subscriptions page, >> FAQ, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 29, 2005
From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
John, I agree that the aft top skins are a bear, it seemed that it took a lot more time on them than the rest of the tailcone skins. I'm not sure about inserting the .016 between the bulkhead and the skin, I suspect that adding it would cause problems keeping the 3 rivet holes aligned, and might put a weird load/twist on the bulkhead itself from the pics, it;s hard to tell which way the bulkhead tabs (inside the tailcone) are oriented, it they are oriented 'away' ie. (on the other side of the rivet line from the tear). you probably have enough room to fabricate a patch that could be attached from the inside of the tailcone, dimpled and riveted in place. the tear would be filed and smoothed and then covered during paint prep. One thing you will want to make sure of is that the 'tear' itself is cleaned/stop drilled so that there are no cracks or acute angles where a hairline crack could continue to grow. Its probably worth a call to Van's to get their input. (for future reference, I found it easier to keep the rivet gun on the outside and to have the helper and bucking bar inside) less than 2 cents Deems Davis # 406 Empennage attach (wings arrived, finally!) http://deemsrv10.com/ john dalmas wrote: >Deems, I have been checking out your website and it >has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a >bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet >gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was >outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the >rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and >tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about >drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 >doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would >be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal >and the 3 rivets. ? > >Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get >the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the >tear isn't all that big. > >--- Deems Davis wrote: > > > >> >> >>John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know >>without the context. >> >>john dalmas wrote: >> >> >> >>> >>> >> >> >> >>>What can be done about damage done to the fuselage >>>skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close >>> >>> >>to >> >> >>>dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage >>> >>> >>skin >>>from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to >>be >> >> >>>replaced or is there a way to repair them? >>> >>>John Dalmas >>>#40399 tailcone >>> >>>__________________________________________________ >>> >>> >>protection around >> >> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> >>browse >>Subscriptions page, >>FAQ, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > >__________________________________ > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "DejaVu" <wvu(at)ameritel.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Hey John, I see that you made it to the list. I had one of those on an elevator. If the extra hole is small enough, drill it to size, deburr/dimple as usual and set a rivet in place. It looks like there might be a small crack. Look at it carefully with a magnifying glass. Stop drill the crack if there is a crack. Then I would set a rivet in place with a doubler underneath. Anh #141 ----- Original Message ----- From: "john dalmas" <jdalmas(at)yahoo.com> Subject: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > What can be done about damage done to the fuselage > skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close to > dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage skin > from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to be > replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > John Dalmas > #40399 tailcone > > __________________________________________________ > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Mike Kraus" <n223rv(at)wolflakeairport.net>
Subject: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 30, 2005
I just got done dimpling and priming mine, made them bow some, but not enough to hurt anything once riveted. I prefer dimpling over countersinking wherever possible. For me it is more consistent and I don't like how thin the material gets at the bottom of a countersink.... -Mike -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Albert Gardner Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? Albert Gardner 40-422 Yuma, Arizona ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Mike Kraus" <n223rv(at)wolflakeairport.net>
Subject: Torque tube install
Date: Sep 30, 2005
They do get in the way.... I'd rivet on all the skins then install them for good. -Mike -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Hasbrouck Subject: RV10-List: Torque tube install --> Does installing the torque tube, aileron bellcrank and aileron pushrod in the wings before the bottom skins, get in the way of riveting the bottom skins? I didn't know if you could still get good access to buck rivets with the tubes in there. BTW, just saw a post from Jim Wade with a kit number in the 800's. Wow, I didn't know Van's had sold that many yet! John Hasbrouck #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. Did anybody else try this? Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know > without the context. > > john dalmas wrote: > > > > > > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage > >skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close > to > >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > skin > >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > be > >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > > >John Dalmas > >#40399 tailcone > > > >__________________________________________________ > protection around > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: Jay Brinkmeyer <jaybrinkmeyer(at)yahoo.com>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
What is a "Cabin Cover"??? Thanks, Jay From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Scott Schroeder <tristarcapt(at)charter.net>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Hi, Vans say's that .040 is to thick to dimple and to thin to countersink, they recommend combining the two, dimple first then with a rivet on hand use a deburring tool to countersink the rest of the way checking with the rivet. Here's the quote from the plans, "(Dimpling the spar is a special case. It is 0.040" thick - a bit thick to dimple well and a bit thin to machine countersink safely. So, we combine methods by dimpling first, then enlarging the dimple with the hand deburring tool. This is done by eye and tested by dropping a rivet in the hole to determine fit.)" Scott On Sep 29, 2005, at 7:38 PM, Albert Gardner wrote: > I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I > don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be > countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 > inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and > countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the > other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other > reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled > spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? > > Albert Gardner 40-422 > > Yuma, Arizona > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
How did you insert person? Did you raise the tail cone up with pulleys, then lower it down on dummy, er, person standing there? Got to see this. Pictures? John Jessen 40328 HS and looking for someone a lot skinnier than me. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. Did anybody else try this? Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. > > john dalmas wrote: > > > > > > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For > >example: inadvertent drill holes close > to > >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > skin > >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > be > >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > > >John Dalmas > >#40399 tailcone > > > >__________________________________________________ > protection around > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Cabin Cover Group Buy
Date: Sep 30, 2005
I assume this was tongue in cheek, but, a cabin cover covers the canopy area to protect from dirt and dust, weather, UV, snooping eyes. Also available are wing covers, tail covers and prop covers to help in those frost and snow months. Will be getting back to everyone on the details of the canopy cover kit. I think this is doable. We'll probably get the measurements and practice on Randy's bird. Randy, that ok with you? John Jessen 40328 HS -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jay Brinkmeyer Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy --> What is a "Cabin Cover"??? Thanks, Jay From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Group Buy I have a friend who may be able to secure fabric of the same type usually used for these covers, get it cut correctly, supply the cut fabric, the reinforced corner materials, the straps and buckles, and perhaps even have the N number embroidered on each side, but as a kit. You or someone you know would sew it where needed. Anyone interested? Probably be half the prices you are seeing. John Jessen 40328 HS __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
We put it up on a padded table (like the height of a coffee table) or saw horses, and the person just climbed in from underneath. It may have looked dumb, but it worked great. (Note: "Dummy" inside tail cone left out for clarity!) Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins How did you insert person? Did you raise the tail cone up with pulleys, then lower it down on dummy, er, person standing there? Got to see this. Pictures? John Jessen 40328 HS and looking for someone a lot skinnier than me. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. Did anybody else try this? Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. > > john dalmas wrote: > > > > > > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For > >example: inadvertent drill holes close > to > >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > skin > >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > be > >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > > >John Dalmas > >#40399 tailcone > > > >__________________________________________________ > protection around > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
That Cub hanging above you get hit by some wind and/or hail? That looks like a restoration project waiting to happen! :) -Sean #40303 Jesse Saint wrote: > We put it up on a padded table (like the height of a coffee table) or saw > horses, and the person just climbed in from underneath. It may have looked > dumb, but it worked great. > > (Note: "Dummy" inside tail cone left out for clarity!) > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 11:29 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > How did you insert person? Did you raise the tail cone up with pulleys, > then lower it down on dummy, er, person standing there? Got to see this. > Pictures? > > John Jessen > 40328 HS and looking for someone a lot skinnier than me. > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 6:14 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the > tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. > This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. > Did anybody else try this? > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas > Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2005 10:52 PM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. > The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the > rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the > tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the > rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about > drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the > skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with > some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? > > Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are > small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. > > --- Deems Davis wrote: > > >> >> >> John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. >> >> john dalmas wrote: >> >> >>> >> >> >>> What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For >>> example: inadvertent drill holes close >>> >> to >> >>> dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage >>> >> skin >> >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to >> be >> >>> replaced or is there a way to repair them? >>> >>> John Dalmas >>> #40399 tailcone >>> >>> __________________________________________________ >>> >> protection around >> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> >> browse >> Subscriptions page, >> FAQ, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > __________________________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: James Ochs <jochs(at)froody.org>
Subject: corrosion protection of the outer skins
Hey all, I'm working through my tail section and am probably either going to paint the exterior of the peices when they are all completed or take them all to a shop to have it painted when the kit is completed. I looked at my horizontal stabilizer the other day and I noticed that there was a big handprint (probably mine) that looked kind of gray and fuzzy (and tough to wipe off so it wasn't just oil). Given that the whole package wont be ready for paint for probably a year or more is there something that I should do to ensure that I don't get corrosion starting on the skins? When I was at vans they apparently put a light coat of wd40 on them, which I am thinking about doing. Should I clean it first, and if so with what? Or will the wd take care of it? Thanks, James ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Scot, That's interesting! A combination of dimpling and CS the flap spar was not mentioned in my plans. The plans I have indicate dimpling of the spar which is what I did and it worked OK. Step #6 page 22-5 is my reference. Seems to me that trying to CS after dimpling would result in a big mess. John Hasbrouck #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Jesse, Wish I had thought of that! I crawled inside of mine to buck. Laid lots of padding on the fuse bottom and I didn't hurt a thing. ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: James Ochs <jochs(at)froody.org>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
A friend of mine just got the "practice kit" from vans and dimple then countersink are the instructions for the spar there as well. Interestingly enough, the new practice kit has two projects in it now and the wing section piece is all prepunched... I kind of liked the old kit because you knew the prepunched kit was going to be easier and if you could do the practice kit you knew you were good to go. In my EAA sheetmetal class the instructor basically said that .040 you can either dimple or countersink, you just have to be very careful with the countersink. We used the countersink on the practice kit and it seemed to do a pretty good job, without removing too much material. I'd be concerned with dimpling first because it tends to enlarge the hole which can lead to countersink bit chatter. I'd say just do it however you feel comfortable, but go really slow and be very careful with each hole. James #40400 John Hasbrouck wrote: > Scot, > That's interesting! A combination of dimpling and CS the flap > spar was not mentioned in my plans. The plans I have indicate > dimpling of the spar which is what I did and it worked OK. Step #6 > page 22-5 is my reference. Seems to me that trying to CS after > dimpling would result in a big mess. > > John Hasbrouck > #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Same here... -Sean #40303 John Hasbrouck wrote: > Scot, > That's interesting! A combination of dimpling and CS the flap > spar was not mentioned in my plans. The plans I have indicate > dimpling of the spar which is what I did and it worked OK. Step #6 > page 22-5 is my reference. Seems to me that trying to CS after > dimpling would result in a big mess. > > John Hasbrouck > #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Noel & Yoshie Simmons" <noel(at)blueskyaviation.net>
Subject: Temporary Wheels - Correct pictures this time
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Looks like the beginning of a light sport aircraft -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Combs Subject: Re: RV10-List: Temporary Wheels - Correct pictures this time Sorry, grabbed the wrong pictures. Jim C ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: Bud Newhall <RV-6(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Builder assistance available
Greetings You want an RV but don't have the time to build it. I can help. I am a machinist by trade. I completed an RV-6 in 2200 hrs. (no prepunced holes) and assisted on 2 others. I am available to work on a project full time. I am located in Lodi, CA. Bud Newhall RV-6(at)comcast.net 209-334-2911 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Scott Schroeder" <tristarcapt(at)charter.net>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Hi, Sorry, should have been more specific. The instructions came from the Van's Training Project., where you contruct a piece of a control surface. I thought I remembered it, looked it up and sure enough there it was, I figured it may be relevant since this is exactly what you were talking about. Here's the scanned image of the relevant portion of the plans. When I did it, sure enough the dimple wasn't quite deep enough to accept the dimpled skin. 2 -4 turns of the deburring bit in a cordless screwdriver left plenty of material in the dimpled spar and allowed for the skin to sit in flush. Thought it might be useful information. Scott ----- Original Message ----- From: John Hasbrouck To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 11:47 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? Scot, That's interesting! A combination of dimpling and CS the flap spar was not mentioned in my plans. The plans I have indicate dimpling of the spar which is what I did and it worked OK. Step #6 page 22-5 is my reference. Seems to me that trying to CS after dimpling would result in a big mess. John Hasbrouck #40264 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Actually, that Cub got hit by machetes and spears. It was used as a prop in a movie (www.endofthespear.com). We got a couple of messed up wings and a fuselage that would probably never be able to fly again anyway and put that together. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sean Stephens Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins That Cub hanging above you get hit by some wind and/or hail? That looks like a restoration project waiting to happen! :) -Sean #40303 Jesse Saint wrote: > We put it up on a padded table (like the height of a coffee table) or saw > horses, and the person just climbed in from underneath. It may have looked > dumb, but it worked great. > > (Note: "Dummy" inside tail cone left out for clarity!) > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 11:29 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > How did you insert person? Did you raise the tail cone up with pulleys, > then lower it down on dummy, er, person standing there? Got to see this. > Pictures? > > John Jessen > 40328 HS and looking for someone a lot skinnier than me. > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 6:14 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the > tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. > This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. > Did anybody else try this? > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas > Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2005 10:52 PM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. > The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the > rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the > tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the > rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about > drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the > skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with > some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? > > Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are > small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. > > --- Deems Davis wrote: > > >> >> >> John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. >> >> john dalmas wrote: >> >> >>> >> >> >>> What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For >>> example: inadvertent drill holes close >>> >> to >> >>> dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage >>> >> skin >> >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to >> be >> >>> replaced or is there a way to repair them? >>> >>> John Dalmas >>> #40399 tailcone >>> >>> __________________________________________________ >>> >> protection around >> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> >> browse >> Subscriptions page, >> FAQ, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > __________________________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: damaged fuselage skins
Yes! I did that too! I was afraid to mention that on the list, but it does work! You have to be carefull with the corner piece next to the baggage door though. ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org> Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2005 09:13:42 -0400 I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this way. Did anybody else try this? Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very helpful. The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking about drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know > without the context. > > john dalmas wrote: > > > > > > > >What can be done about damage done to the fuselage > >skin? For example: inadvertent drill holes close > to > >dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > skin > >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > be > >replaced or is there a way to repair them? > > > >John Dalmas > >#40399 tailcone > > > >__________________________________________________ > protection around > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Sep 30, 2005
From: Rick <ricksked(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
My suggestion is to either replace the part or stop drill the tear at all corners and apply a patch IAW the AC 41.31. If left as is it will expand and eventually cause a skin failure. My 2 penny's. Rick S. 40185 Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "brian bollaert" <bbollaert(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Re: damaged fuselage skins
Date: Sep 30, 2005
looking forward to seeing the movie Jesse ! looks interesting . Brian Bollaert #40200 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org> Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > Actually, that Cub got hit by machetes and spears. It was used as a prop in > a movie (www.endofthespear.com). We got a couple of messed up wings and a > fuselage that would probably never be able to fly again anyway and put that > together. > > Jesse Saint > I-TEC, Inc. > jesse(at)itecusa.org > www.itecusa.org > W: 352-465-4545 > C: 352-427-0285 > F: 815-377-3694 > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sean Stephens > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 12:30 PM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > That Cub hanging above you get hit by some wind and/or hail? That looks > like a restoration project waiting to happen! :) > > -Sean #40303 > > Jesse Saint wrote: > > We put it up on a padded table (like the height of a coffee table) or saw > > horses, and the person just climbed in from underneath. It may have > looked > > dumb, but it worked great. > > > > (Note: "Dummy" inside tail cone left out for clarity!) > > > > Jesse Saint > > I-TEC, Inc. > > jesse(at)itecusa.org > > www.itecusa.org > > W: 352-465-4545 > > C: 352-427-0285 > > F: 815-377-3694 > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Jessen > > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 11:29 AM > > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > > > > How did you insert person? Did you raise the tail cone up with pulleys, > > then lower it down on dummy, er, person standing there? Got to see this. > > Pictures? > > > > John Jessen > > 40328 HS and looking for someone a lot skinnier than me. > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint > > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 6:14 AM > > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > > > > I don't know it this is common or not, but to rivet the skins on the > > tailcone we stood it up and had someone stand inside with the bucking bar. > > This way we did not stress the ribs or skin. It worked very well this > way. > > Did anybody else try this? > > > > Jesse Saint > > I-TEC, Inc. > > jesse(at)itecusa.org > > www.itecusa.org > > W: 352-465-4545 > > C: 352-427-0285 > > F: 815-377-3694 > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of john dalmas > > Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2005 10:52 PM > > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > > Subject: Re: RV10-List: damaged fuselage skins > > > > Deems, I have been checking out your website and it has been very > helpful. > > The top aft skin has been a bear. I crawled inside the tailcone with the > > rivet gun and its spring hit the bulkhead. My helper was outside the > > tailcone holding the bucking bar and the rivet gun bounced away from the > > rivet/bucking bar and tore a hole in the tailcone skin. I am thinking > about > > drilling out the 3 rivets (see pic) and sliding a .016 doubler between the > > skin and the bulkhead. This would be held very tightly on the curve with > > some proseal and the 3 rivets. ? > > > > Sorry about the picture quality, but I think you get the idea. Those are > > small rivets AN426 3-3.5, and the tear isn't all that big. > > > > --- Deems Davis wrote: > > > > > >> > >> > >> John, can you post some pics? It's hard to know without the context. > >> > >> john dalmas wrote: > >> > >> > >>> > >> > >> > >>> What can be done about damage done to the fuselage skin? For > >>> example: inadvertent drill holes close > >>> > >> to > >> > >>> dimpled rivet holes, and small tears in fuselage > >>> > >> skin > >> >from bouncing rivet guns? Do these panels need to > >> be > >> > >>> replaced or is there a way to repair them? > >>> > >>> John Dalmas > >>> #40399 tailcone > >>> > >>> __________________________________________________ > >>> > >> protection around > >> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >> > >> > >> > >> browse > >> Subscriptions page, > >> FAQ, > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "brian bollaert" <bbollaert(at)comcast.net>
Subject: vetterman exaust
Date: Sep 30, 2005
I am posting this info re: the vetterman exaust system for the -10 , i purchased the system from Vans (good system ) instructions for this system do not come in the firewall forward kit ! , the instructions in the box are 2 hand sketches on 8 1/2 by 11 pages thats ok for someone who is familier with doing this sort of thing , but for those that are not good instructions and pics are invaluable . It turns out that there are 2 companies that make this sytem Larry Vetterman & his company makes the pipes from the engine to the exaust muffler then http://www.aircraftexhaust.net makes the muffler back they have some good pics on there web site (the contact at the 2nd co is Chris Stepp) . Adjusting the brackets left &b right at the end were chalanging to say the least ! Any comments about this from anyone else ? Brian Bollaert #40200 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Marcus Cooper" <coop85(at)bellsouth.net>
Subject: vetterman exhaust
Date: Sep 30, 2005
Just to confirm, does the RV-10 exhaust system include a muffler? I couldn't find any reference to the -10 exhaust other than it's included in the firewall forward kit on Van's website. The other exhaust systems don't include a muffler but I'm sure it would be nice. It seems like I remember a note some time ago from one of the folks with a flying -10 that it was pretty quiet. Next question, does anyone know if there's any significant thrust loss due to the muffler? Thanks, Marcus -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of brian bollaert Subject: RV10-List: vetterman exaust I am posting this info re: the vetterman exaust system for the -10 , i purchased the system from Vans (good system ) instructions for this system do not come in the firewall forward kit ! , the instructions in the box are 2 hand sketches on 8 1/2 by 11 pages thats ok for someone who is familier with doing this sort of thing , but for those that are not good instructions and pics are invaluable . It turns out that there are 2 companies that make this sytem Larry Vetterman & his company makes the pipes from the engine to the exaust muffler then http://www.aircraftexhaust.net makes the muffler back they have some good pics on there web site (the contact at the 2nd co is Chris Stepp) . Adjusting the brackets left &b right at the end were chalanging to say the least ! Any comments about this from anyone else ? Brian Bollaert #40200 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: vetterman exhaust
Date: Oct 01, 2005
Marcus, Yes, the Vetterman exhaust actually comes with 2 mufflers, one for each side. I don't know how it affects performance as opposed to no mufflers, but they say that the first exhaust system they had (I don't know who made it) had only one muffler and the Vetterman has more power than that system. Van's retro-fitted their first -10 with the Vetterman. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Marcus Cooper Subject: RE: RV10-List: vetterman exhaust Just to confirm, does the RV-10 exhaust system include a muffler? I couldn't find any reference to the -10 exhaust other than it's included in the firewall forward kit on Van's website. The other exhaust systems don't include a muffler but I'm sure it would be nice. It seems like I remember a note some time ago from one of the folks with a flying -10 that it was pretty quiet. Next question, does anyone know if there's any significant thrust loss due to the muffler? Thanks, Marcus -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of brian bollaert Subject: RV10-List: vetterman exaust I am posting this info re: the vetterman exaust system for the -10 , i purchased the system from Vans (good system ) instructions for this system do not come in the firewall forward kit ! , the instructions in the box are 2 hand sketches on 8 1/2 by 11 pages thats ok for someone who is familier with doing this sort of thing , but for those that are not good instructions and pics are invaluable . It turns out that there are 2 companies that make this sytem Larry Vetterman & his company makes the pipes from the engine to the exaust muffler then http://www.aircraftexhaust.net makes the muffler back they have some good pics on there web site (the contact at the 2nd co is Chris Stepp) . Adjusting the brackets left &b right at the end were chalanging to say the least ! Any comments about this from anyone else ? Brian Bollaert #40200 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 01, 2005
From: Tim Lewis <Tim_Lewis(at)msm.umr.edu>
Subject: Re: Fwd Engine baffle
The C4B5 and D4A5 both use the same crank case, LW-11033. In fact, as far as I can tell from looking at the Lycoming parts manual, the C4B5 and D4A5 are part-for-part identical. Same crank case, same crank shaft, cam shaft, push rods, pistons and cylinders, gears, etc. The only difference I can find in the parts catalog is that there is apparently a configuration of the D4A5 that *can* use a different oil dipstick (see page 1-3 of theparts catalog). I asked Lycoming about this at OSH this year and last. Lycoming tech support confirmed that the engines are identical, and you can run the C4B5 at 2700 rpm and get 260 HP with no problem, despite the C4B5's data plate rating of 2600 rpm and 250 HP. Tim -- Tim Lewis -- HEF (Manassas, VA) RV-6A N47TD -- 790 hrs RV-10 #40059 under construction Sean Stephens wrote: > > Just curious, > > Is this only an issue with the C4B5? I assume Van's probably made the > baffles to match the D4A5? > > -Sean #40303 > > Scott Schmidt wrote: > >> >> I just went through this as well. On the left side I had to make a new >> bracket because the one provided was off by quite a bit and didnt >> line up at all. The baffles are definitely a pain. I think each engine >> casing is just a little different. >> >> I will take some pictures tonight but you will just have to fabricate >> your own brackets where they dont fit. Try to get the angle as close >> as possible on the ramp by lining it up with the bottom opening of the >> cowl since it is something you cant bend later. You also have to be >> aware of the rivets and nutplates that are added later. >> >> Scott Schmidt >> >> sschmidt(at)ussynthetic.com >> >> >> *From:* owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com >> [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] *On Behalf Of *DejaVu >> *Sent:* Monday, September 26, 2005 10:11 PM >> *To:* RV10 >> *Subject:* RV10-List: Fwd Engine baffle >> >> I'm not having a lot of luck fitting the fwd air ramp baffles, >> especially the L/H ramp. There's two brackets to bolt this air ramp to >> the engine case. The aft one is fine. The fwd one sets the angle of >> the ramp. Only about 1/2 of this bracket is making contact with the >> ramp itself. Also, the plans call for a 3/8" bolt. The hole on the >> engine is made to accept a smaller 10-24 bolt. It appears that I'll >> have to fab another bracket to make things fit after trying the lower >> cowl on. I would appreciate tips from anyone who has a C4B5 engine >> that has gone through this. >> >> BTW, so far I had to fab the aft bracket on top of the engine, another >> one on the rear of the cyl #5 baffle assembly. All else seemed to work >> out ok. >> >> Anh >> >> #141 >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Robert G. Wright" <armywrights(at)adelphia.net>
Subject: elevators
Date: Oct 01, 2005
I don't have a set of vise-grip #40 dimplers. Is there a way to dimple the last two holes of the counterbalance tip rib that don't allow the squeezer in there without having to wait for an order from Avery? Rob ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 01, 2005
From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: elevators
Rob, I made my own set of vice grip dimplers. I simple drilled a hole in each jaw of an existing pair of vice grips that was large enough to hold the dimple set (3/16?) it turned out great, I use them frequently where I can't get the other options to fit. The good news is that pop out the dimple dies and you've still got a good pair of vice grips. and you can use them for multiple sizes. Deems Davis # 406 Empennage fairings (wings finally arrived) http://deemsrv10.com/ Robert G. Wright wrote: > I dont have a set of vise-grip #40 dimplers. Is there a way to dimple > the last two holes of the counterbalance tip rib that dont allow the > squeezer in there without having to wait for an order from Avery? > > Rob > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Re: elevators
Date: Oct 01, 2005
Rob, You can make your own female dimple die from a piece of angle iron and your #40 countersink. 1/8 inch thick angle works fine. Polish the edges and drill a #40 hole close to the edge, close enough so you can fit it in the tip rib. Then countersink that hole. Use your male die to dimple the skin with the female in the angle iron. John ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Gary Specketer" <speckter(at)comcast.net>
Subject: RE: Engine choice
Date: Oct 02, 2005
I had a chance to buy a used DeMars engine for a great price. I called Vans and they told me that most 260 Lycs work. So I got a AEIO540D4B5. I did not need the aerobatic function but it came with the package. I received the engine this week and it looks like I have the correct ears, but it is a rear inlet for the injector/ air tube and remote mount injector. It looks to me that the cross tube on the motor mount will conflict with the inlet. Anyone have any light to shead on this. If it is a problem, what is the solution? Can I buy a new cold induction box that has a forward opening? Thanks for comments. Gary ________________________________________________________________________________
From: DOUGPFLYRV(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 02, 2005
Subject: RV10 Builder in Houston ?
I may be overnight at Hobby Field Monday and/or Tuesday. Any 10 builders in that area that don't mind a visitor. Thanks, Doug Preston BHM ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Aileron Bellcrank Bushing
Date: Oct 02, 2005
I need to ream the bushing for the aileron bellcrank for the AN4 bolt. Any ideas on how best to do this. The thing's over 2 1/2 inches long and difficult to mount in my drill press. Best to use a 1/4 inch drill or a ream? Any suggestion appreciated! ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 02, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: Re: Aileron Bellcrank Bushing
I took mine to a machine shop (where I work). They chucked it into a lathe and then used a reamer. At least use a reamer. There are bushings and various pieces that "should" be machined if at all possible. Jim Combs #40192 - 312F Fuselage ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com> Date: Sun, 2 Oct 2005 21:19:47 -0400 I need to ream the bushing for the aileron bellcrank for the AN4 bolt. Any ideas on how best to do this. The thing's over 2 1/2 inches long and difficult to mount in my drill press. Best to use a 1/4 inch drill or a ream? Any suggestion appreciated! ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 02, 2005
From: "Jim Combs" <jimc(at)mail.infra-read.com>
Subject: RE: Engine choice
I thought I saw somewhere that he was going to a different gear ratio on the PSRU to allow the engine to run slightly higher RPM to get more horsepower. I watched a video and got real uncomfortable with the engine running 5000 + RPM on takeoff and around 4000 RPM on cruise. I know the Subaru engines are known to handle the high RPM for long periods. But It really made me rethink the engine choice. The last time I checked, there were no higher insurance premiums to using his FWF package either. That's a big plus for him and his work. He's got quite a few RV's racking up flying time. Still watching his work (yet still searching for a Lyco too!) Jim Combs #40192 - N312F Reserved - Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
From: LessDragProd(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 02, 2005
Subject: RV-10 propeller test?
Hi All, Is anyone willing to test both the RV-10 MT Propeller and the RV-10 Hartzell propeller on their flying RV-10? Please contact me directly at _jim(at)lessdrag.com_ (mailto:jim(at)lessdrag.com) , or call me at (805) 795-5377. Van's Aircraft hasn't had time available with their RV-10 to test the RV-10 MT Propeller. The Hartzell propeller Van's Aircraft sells to RV-10 builders, model number C2YR-1BFP/F8068D, is unique to the RV-10. In talking with Hartzell, apparently the C2YR-1BFP/F8068D propeller can only be purchased from Van's Aircraft. And Van's Aircraft can only sell one Hartzell propeller to each builder. Do you see were this is going? The Hartzell builders are the only ones with the RV-10 Hartzell propellers. It looks like it is up to someone with a flying RV-10 using a Hartzell propeller to step forward, if both propellers are to be tested on a common airframe. Regards, Jim Ayers ________________________________________________________________________________
From: AndrewTR30(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 03, 2005
Subject: Re: Aileron Bellcrank Bushing
After screwwing one up in my drill press I took the reamer to a machine shop. He chucked it into a lathe and it came out fine. Andrew Rayhill Wing tips Phoenix ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Paul Walter" <pdwalter(at)bigpond.net.au>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Oct 03, 2005
I was wondering if any one can answer the following. When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. Keep up the good work paul walter ----- Original Message ----- From: Albert Gardner To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 10:38 AM Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? Albert Gardner 40-422 Yuma, Arizona ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Kent Forsythe <matronix.rv10(at)4sythe.com>
Subject: RE: Where to start on Emp kit
Paul, The plans/instructions for the 10 by default, go in the following order: 1. Vertical Stab 2. Rudder 3. Horizontal Stab 4. Elevators 5. Trim Tabs 6. Tailcone Kent Forsythe 40338 Tailcone From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server.at.matronics.com(at)matronix.rv10.at.4sythe.com] On Behalf Of Paul Walter Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I was wondering if any one can answer the following. When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. Keep up the good work paul walter ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Oct 03, 2005
Follow the plans and start with the VS. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Paul Walter Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I was wondering if any one can answer the following. When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. Keep up the good work paul walter ----- Original Message ----- From: Albert <mailto:ibspud(at)adelphia.net> Gardner Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? Albert Gardner 40-422 Yuma, Arizona ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Larry Rosen <LarryRosen(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Re: RE: Where to start on Emp kit
Follow the sequence of the plans and start with the Vert Stab and then rudder. The horizontal is long. Larry N205EN http://rv10pilot.home.comcast.net/ Kent Forsythe wrote: > >Paul, > >The plans/instructions for the 10 by default, go in the following order: > >1. Vertical Stab >2. Rudder >3. Horizontal Stab >4. Elevators >5. Trim Tabs >6. Tailcone > >Kent Forsythe >40338 >Tailcone > > >From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server.at.matronics.com(at)matronix.rv10.at.4sythe.com] On Behalf Of Paul Walter >Sent: Monday, October 03, 2005 6:16 AM >To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com >Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > >I was wondering if any one can answer the following. > >When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. > >With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. > >Keep up the good work > > >paul walter > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Rick <ricksked(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Aileron Bellcrank Bushing
John, You don't need to remove a whole lot of material. I drilled a wood block the size of the outside diameter with the drill press then put the bushing into the block, wraped it with tape and held it from rotating with a vise grip. lubed a 1/4" bit and made two passes one from the top and flipped it over to finish. The bearing gets clamped by the bolt in the hinge bracket, the bellcrank rotates on the outside of the bracket so a super precise reaming is not needed. Mine is in and rigged and there was not slop in the bolt to bushing fit as a matter of fact it is nice and snug as it goes through the bushing. Once the drill starts it followed the bushing hole right on through. Clean the inside of the bushing lip first with a file to get rid of any burrs prior to drilling. Rick S. 40185 Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: FW: Group buy on covers.
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy(at)abros.com>
Here is a response from Abby on the light weight travel covers. Randy ________________________________ From: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS [mailto:flightline(at)tds.net] Subject: Fw: Group buy on covers. ----- Original Message ----- From: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS <mailto:flightline(at)tds.net> Subject: Re: Group buy on covers. Sorry, I didn't even really answer your questions. I don't have it patterned right now, but given a little time I could have it patterned. It is made of Ripstop Nylon fabric. It would come with its own storage bag. They would probably be somewhere around $225 each. Thanks, Abby ----- Original Message ----- From: Erdmann's <mailto:erdmannb(at)execpc.com> To: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2005 7:47 AM Subject: Fw: Group buy on covers. ----- Original Message ----- From: Randy's Abros mail <mailto:randy(at)abros.com> To: erdmannb(at)execpc.com Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2005 1:20 PM Subject: Group buy on covers. The RV10 list is all a flutter with people wanting to be involved in a group buy (my guess is 15 to 20) on canopy covers for the 10. They have been taking to Bruce at Bruce's Covers. I think most don't want the heavy cover. I think if you give your regular price and what it is made of and what includes I can relay it to the group and give them an option. Thanks and I hope things are will. Randy ________________________________________________________________________________
From: <gommone7(at)bellsouth.net>
Subject: Re: flap spar: countersink or dimple?
Date: Oct 03, 2005
To Paul Walter,please be careful with the VS nose ribs do not try to fit the skin ,you need to chop a piece at front before try to cleco the skin,read the HS instructions before . Hugo > > From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com> > Date: 2005/10/03 Mon AM 08:36:26 EDT > To: > Subject: RE: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > > Follow the plans and start with the VS. > > John Jessen > 40328 HS > > _____ > > From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Paul Walter > Sent: Monday, October 03, 2005 3:16 AM > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > > > I was wondering if any one can answer the following. > > When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal > stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far > easier way to commence project. > > With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. > Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. > > Keep up the good work > > > paul walter > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Albert <mailto:ibspud(at)adelphia.net> Gardner > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 10:38 AM > Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > > > I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see > any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. > I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border > between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. > On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other > reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but > maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? > > Albert Gardner 40-422 > > Yuma, Arizona > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: FW: Group buy on covers.
Date: Oct 03, 2005
Randy, I have surfed your site and watched your videos. Excellent job. Do you have a rudder trim assembly on your 10? Thank You Rick Conti office: 703-414-6141 cell: 571-215-6134 ________________________________
From: Randy DeBauw [mailto:Randy(at)abros.com]
Subject: RV10-List: FW: Group buy on covers. Here is a response from Abby on the light weight travel covers. Randy ________________________________ From: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS [mailto:flightline(at)tds.net] Subject: Fw: Group buy on covers. ----- Original Message ----- From: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS <mailto:flightline(at)tds.net> Subject: Re: Group buy on covers. Sorry, I didn't even really answer your questions. I don't have it patterned right now, but given a little time I could have it patterned. It is made of Ripstop Nylon fabric. It would come with its own storage bag. They would probably be somewhere around $225 each. Thanks, Abby ----- Original Message ----- From: Erdmann's <mailto:erdmannb(at)execpc.com> To: FLIGHTLINE INTERIORS Sent: Saturday, October 01, 2005 7:47 AM Subject: Fw: Group buy on covers. ----- Original Message ----- From: Randy's Abros mail <mailto:randy(at)abros.com> To: erdmannb(at)execpc.com Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2005 1:20 PM Subject: Group buy on covers. The RV10 list is all a flutter with people wanting to be involved in a group buy (my guess is 15 to 20) on canopy covers for the 10. They have been taking to Bruce at Bruce's Covers. I think most don't want the heavy cover. I think if you give your regular price and what it is made of and what includes I can relay it to the group and give them an option. Thanks and I hope things are will. Randy ________________________________________________________________________________
From: Dan Masys <dmasys(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Re: order of build
Date: Oct 03, 2005
Had the same observation about the -7A emp, and it is also true for the -10: the vertical stabilizer is the easiest piece to begin with. (Which is to say the order in which the plans read.) Just watch out that you take the sharp corner off of the VS nose ribs so you don't get the little bump in the skin that most unsuspecting -10 builders get. -Dan Masys RV-7A flying RV-10 elevators > From: "Paul Walter" <pdwalter(at)bigpond.net.au> > Date: 2005/10/03 Mon AM 06:15:38 EDT > To: > Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > > I was wondering if any one can answer the following. > > When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. > > With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. > > Keep up the good work > > > paul walter > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Albert Gardner > To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com > Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 10:38 AM > Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? > > > I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? > > Albert Gardner 40-422 > > Yuma, Arizona > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Paul Walter" <pdwalter(at)bigpond.net.au>
Subject: Re: Re: order of build
Date: Oct 04, 2005
thanks Dan. All the little tips this site provides are invaluable. Take care Regards paul Walter Horsham, Victoria, Australia ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dan Masys" <dmasys(at)cox.net> Subject: RV10-List: Re: Re: order of build > > Had the same observation about the -7A emp, and it is also true for > the -10: the vertical stabilizer is the easiest piece to begin with. > (Which is to say the order in which the plans read.) Just watch out that > you take the sharp corner off of the VS nose ribs so you don't get the > little bump in the skin that most unsuspecting -10 builders get. > > -Dan Masys > RV-7A flying > RV-10 elevators > >> From: "Paul Walter" <pdwalter(at)bigpond.net.au> >> Date: 2005/10/03 Mon AM 06:15:38 EDT >> To: >> Subject: Re: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? >> >> I was wondering if any one can answer the following. >> >> When I commenced emp on my 7A Vans recommended work to begin on >> horizontal stabilizer, how ever it is my opinion the the verticle >> stabilizer is a far easier way to commence project. >> >> With my 10 emp on the way and an enthusastic young friend keen to help >> me. Which part of the 10 empenage would best suit to kick things off. >> >> Keep up the good work >> >> >> paul walter >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: Albert Gardner >> To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com >> Sent: Friday, September 30, 2005 10:38 AM >> Subject: RV10-List: flap spar: countersink or dimple? >> >> >> I'm currently working on my flaps (section 22 in the plans) and I don't >> see any instruction on whether the flaps spar should be countersunk or >> dimpled. I measured the spar thickness at .040 inches so it's right on >> the border between dimpling and countersinking-I suppose it could go of >> it either way. On the other hand I'm pretty sure it should be >> countersunk if for no other reason it would be hard to install the flap >> ribs into a dimpled spar but maybe I'm wrong. Any help here? >> >> Albert Gardner 40-422 >> >> Yuma, Arizona >> >> > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: aileron trim
Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck(at)woh.rr.com>
Subject: Re: Aileron Bellcrank Bushing
Date: Oct 03, 2005
Rick, Great idea! I'll give that a try. Thanks to all who replied ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Patrick Thyssen <jump2(at)sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Re: RV10 Builder in Houston ?
We have two on the northwest side of Houston at David Wayne Hooks (DWH) airport near Spring and Tomball.. My Phone is 281-655-9363 Patrick Thyssen DOUGPFLYRV(at)aol.com wrote: I may be overnight at Hobby Field Monday and/or Tuesday. Any 10 builders in that area that don't mind a visitor. Thanks, Doug Preston BHM ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: aileron trim
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
Yep, going with the Van's aileron trim option. Don't know if it's on their web page or not, came out the same time as OSH. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. =09 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Larry Rosen <LarryRosen(at)comcast.net>
Subject: Soundproofing Material
I am getting ready to close up the front floor boards. I know many are using the super Soundproofing sheets from Aircraft Spruce <http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/ap/soundproof.html>. However, this is the material that I am going to be using <http://www.b-quiet.com/ultimate.html>. It is B-Quiet Ultimate. A flexible composite material with an aluminum top layer. It is 1.6mm thick and weighs 0.35 lb/sqft. Larry Rosen 40356 N205EN (reserved) ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 03, 2005
From: Rick <ricksked(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Re: order of build
Ha!! As unspecting RV-10 builders, we found this problem in the pioneer days of the RV-10..... on the old Yahoo list, we were a brave lot until a "Pide Piper" named Tim Olson led this early group of builders (minus our jester James McClow and the new airport home owner "just build" it guy named Brian Denk) to the land of good archives named "Matronics" There was talk of shims, reworking the nose ribs....but in the end, all you could really do was polish out the steps in the nose rib and hope for the best. If you could go back in time two + years ago, myself and other builders would go to the HS on N410RV at any show it was appearing, just to confirm that Van's did the same thing we did, and THEY DID!!! Flat spots on the skin where the nose ribs fit. Mine are not too bad but are still there. (Better than Van's!! ;) You can only round them ribs so much until they get really thin. So venture forth new builders!!!!! We will be here to answer them same questions we used to ask each other while our airplanes were still considered metal signs and boats in the garage to our neighbors! I love seeing everyone blazing the same trails we did when the kits first came out. What a great past time this is!! Rick S. 40185 Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: aileron trim
Date: Oct 04, 2005
We have the AeroTrim kit installed for Aileron and Rudder. They are awesome! The rudder pedals are used strictly for ground control, nothing used in the air at all. Also, with that much fuel in the wings, you don't want to be fighting the ailerons all the time, and it is nice to take a little bit of torque off the auto pilot. We wouldn't have it any other way. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: aileron trim
Thanks Jesse! Did a search for Aerotrim kit, no info. Where did you get yours? Do aileron and Rudder work together or separate? I am planning on having my elevator and aileron trim on the hat switch on the stick. Jim Wade -------Original Message------- From: Jesse Saint Date: 10/03/05 23:56:39 Subject: RE: RV10-List: aileron trim We have the AeroTrim kit installed for Aileron and Rudder. They are awesome! The rudder pedals are used strictly for ground control, nothing used in the air at all. Also, with that much fuel in the wings, you don=92t want to be fighting the ailerons all the time, and it is nice to take a little bit of torque off the auto pilot. We wouldn=92t have it any other way. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Soundproofing Material
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
Larry, This is very similar to what I've been looking at using. http://www.quietcoat.com/index.html They are both viscoelastic materials similar to what our front seats are made of. Only difference is quiet coat is spray on and b-quiet is a mat with a butyl rubber adhesive and aluminum layer. The butyl adhesive will add a layer of high density to further assist in stopping the wave propagation from the skins but most of the work is done by the "smart" foam. The main job of the adhesive is to get the waves into the foam where they can be converted to heat. With the quiet coat being a spray on, it should have superior adhesion. The aluminum layer is primarily a heat shield and won't really add much other than weight. Not trying to change your mind, just trying to do a quick comparison. Either way both of these products should give equal or better performance to the heavier asphalt mats. Let us know how it works. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Larry Rosen Subject: RV10-List: Soundproofing Material I am getting ready to close up the front floor boards. I know many are using the super Soundproofing sheets from Aircraft Spruce <http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/ap/soundproof.html>. However, this is the material that I am going to be using . It is B-Quiet Ultimate. A flexible composite material with an aluminum top layer. It is 1.6mm thick and weighs 0.35 lb/sqft. Larry Rosen 40356 N205EN (reserved) ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: aileron trim
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
I've got the Van's kit. It is a spring bias system driven by a servo, installation is in the wing at the inboard access panel. I considered the Aerotrim after seeing it at OSH but this seemed to be a cleaner installation. I'm not flying yet so can't provide feedback on functionality. Bob #40105 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
From: LessDragProd(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 04, 2005
Subject: RV-10 propeller tests
Hi All, Is anyone willing to test both the RV-10 MT Propeller and the RV-10 Hartzell propeller on their flying RV-10? Please contact me directly at _jim(at)lessdrag.com_ (mailto:jim(at)lessdrag.com) Van's Aircraft hasn't had time available with their RV-10 to test the RV-10 MT Propeller. The Hartzell propeller Van's Aircraft sells to RV-10 builders, model number C2YR-1BFP/F8068D, is unique to the RV-10. In talking with Hartzell, apparently the C2YR-1BFP/F8068D propeller can only be purchased from Van's Aircraft. And Van's Aircraft can only sell one Hartzell propeller to each builder. Do you see were this is going? Van;s Aircraft and the RV-10 builders are the only ones with the RV-10 Hartzell propeller. It looks like it is up to someone with a flying RV-10 with the RV-10 Hartzell propeller to step forward, if both propellers are to be tested on a common airframe. It might even be interesting to see how a standard Hartzell propeller compares to the RV-10 Hartzell propeller. Regards, Jim Ayers _jim(at)lessdrag.com_ (mailto:jim(at)lessdrag.com) (805) 795-5377 ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Dave & Brenda Emond" <d_emond(at)mweb.co.za>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 04, 2005
I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I need some help???? Dave Emond #40159 Busy on Fuse Kit ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
Although it's almost a necessity in parts of the fuselage, you can easily get by with just the snap bushings in the wings. Only thing I did was use the next larger size (625-7 called out, I used 625-8). For those new to the list, also consider that you may have wingtip nav antenna coax (one or both wings), marker beacon antenna coax, and/or the AOA pressure tap lines. My specific configuration included all of the above (navs in both wingtips), Whelen strobe/nav lights, Van's landing lights, heated pitot, standard stall warning and the TruTrak roll servo. Bob #40105 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! I've been trying to decide on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. So, I'm thinking of PVC electrical conduit. So far so good, except what size? This stuff all has 1/8" walls, so add 1/4" to the I.D. to get the O.D. But, how far can I enlarge the rib holes before I get into trouble? would 3/4" (1.05" O.D) be too large? (I did look at Teflon conduit/tubing, from McMaster-Carr, which has a 1/16" wall, but it's $5 per foot! Ouch!) I plan on having the following installed in the wings (left wing for example) 1. Whelean Strobes 2. Duckworks HID lights 3. Van's Landing Light (yep, both; Van's tip light to be used as a taxi light) 4. Nav lights 5. Heated Pitot 6. The Kit's stall warning system 7. Facet Fuel pump for tip tank transfer (3amp) 8. TruTrak roll servo If you've already done something similar, what is the wire bundle size? Decisions, Decisions... What have I gotten myself into? -Jim 40384 (Still deburring the wing ribs..) to and ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
Date: Oct 04, 2005
Make the Van's landing lights alternate on/off during approach and you have a list that is almost exactly mine. I'm going with an AOA and probably no extra tanks, but everything else looks great. Am therefore very interested in the responses to come. John Jessen 40328 HS _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrte. So, I'm thinking of PVC electrical conduit. So far so good, except what size? This stuff all has 1/8" walls, so add 1/4" to the I.D. to get the O.D. But, how far can I enlarge the rib holes before I get into trouble? would 3/4" (1.05" O.D) be too large? (I did look at Teflon conduit/tubing, from McMaster-Carr, which has a 1/16" wall, but it's $5 per foot! Ouch!) I plan on having the following installed in the wings (left wing for example) 1. Whelean Strobes 2. Duckworks HID lights 3. Van's Landing Light (yep, both; Van's tip light to be used as a taxi light) 4. Nav lights 5. Heated Pitot 6. The Kit's stall warning system 7. Facet Fuel pump for tip tank transfer (3amp) 8. TruTrak roll servo If you've already done something similar, what is the wire bundle size? Decisions, Decisions... What have I gotten myself into? -Jim 40384 (Still deburring the wing ribs..) ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: James Ochs <jochs(at)froody.org>
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
I think Tim used innerduct (interduct?) which is what I am planning on using. It's the orange stuff that they run fiber optic cable in from the telco providers. I managed to swipe H H H H appropriate about 50' of the stuff from a phone closet at a friends work that some unamed telco left there a year or two ago. It's corrugated, but I imagine if they use it for fiber it can't be all bad. I'm curious to know what you used that fell apart in the 20 years? I have plenty of time to make a switch in my plan since I haven't even gotten to the tailcone yet ;) Secondly, for these conduit runs, does one just make a new hole in the rib / bulkhead for it to pass through? any worries about structural integrity? I think the stuff I have is around 1 - 1-1/4 inches on the OD. Thanks, James #40400 elevators James Hein wrote: > on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions > from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not > fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before > on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "SteinAir, Inc." <stein(at)steinair.com>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 04, 2005
They are "skybolt" fasteners and are really quite nice to use. They aren't cheap, but then again you get what you pay for! After using both the hinge pins and fasteners, I'll never go back to hinge pins again. http://www.skybolt.com Cheers, Stein. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com]On Behalf Of Dave & Brenda Emond Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 2:24 PM To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Subject: RV10-List: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I need some help???? Dave Emond #40159 Busy on Fuse Kit ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Werner Schneider <glastar(at)gmx.net>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
http://www.milspecproducts.com/index.htm I'm using them in the Glastar 140 hrs without any problems br Werner Dave & Brenda Emond wrote: > I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You > adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor > plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I > need some help???? > > Dave Emond > > #40159 > Busy on Fuse Kit ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Tim Olson <Tim(at)MyRV10.com>
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
I have similar stuff, without the van's tip lights and the fuel pump. I ran my TruTrak servo wires in the same place the pitot line is run in the opposite wing. May as well run it there, since it's not being used for anything else, and is closer to the servo. I ran my strobe wires in snap bushings towards the rear of the wing. No big reason...just because. Considering this, there is a fair amount of space left over in my standard Van's conduit. So if you did something similar, you wouldn't need to worry about going anywhere near 1". I think 1" might be pushing it anyway. Tim James Hein wrote: > on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions from > the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not fond of > corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before on other > applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. > > So, I'm thinking of PVC electrical conduit. So far so good, except what > size? This stuff all has 1/8" walls, so add 1/4" to the I.D. to get the > O.D. > > But, how far can I enlarge the rib holes before I get into trouble? > would 3/4" (1.05" O.D) be too large? > > (I did look at Teflon conduit/tubing, from McMaster-Carr, which has a > 1/16" wall, but it's $5 per foot! Ouch!) > > I plan on having the following installed in the wings (left wing for > example) > 1. Whelean Strobes > 2. Duckworks HID lights > 3. Van's Landing Light (yep, both; Van's tip light to be used as a > taxi light) > 4. Nav lights > 5. Heated Pitot > 6. The Kit's stall warning system > 7. Facet Fuel pump for tip tank transfer (3amp) > 8. TruTrak roll servo > > If you've already done something similar, what is the wire *bundle* size? > > Decisions, Decisions... What have I gotten myself into? > > -Jim 40384 (Still deburring the wing ribs..) > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Tim Olson <Tim(at)MyRV10.com>
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
I did use innerduct, but that was in the fuselage to go to the tail. My runs to the wingtips seem to be great on space, given the way I laid it out (you'll see in my other reply). I think that people with an EFIS should for sure consider some alternative for the front to tail run. There I think you'll run out of space really quick. That 1" innerduct I think will be perfect for that location....one per side. Glad to hear you were able to "Procure" (same as "swipe" ;) ) some for yourself. I think it should last a good long time. It lasts for years and years in commercial buildings. As for that hole size....given the location for front to tail, it didn't seem to structurally be very bad. I don't think I'd like to run it to the wingtips though. I think I've even heard something somewhere about a max size hole in the wing ribs, and I don't think it was that big. But, I don't know where I heard that. Tim James Ochs wrote: > > I think Tim used innerduct (interduct?) which is what I am planning on > using. It's the orange stuff that they run fiber optic cable in from > the telco providers. I managed to swipe H H H H appropriate about 50' > of the stuff from a phone closet at a friends work that some unamed > telco left there a year or two ago. It's corrugated, but I imagine if > they use it for fiber it can't be all bad. I'm curious to know what you > used that fell apart in the 20 years? I have plenty of time to make a > switch in my plan since I haven't even gotten to the tailcone yet ;) > > Secondly, for these conduit runs, does one just make a new hole in the > rib / bulkhead for it to pass through? any worries about structural > integrity? I think the stuff I have is around 1 - 1-1/4 inches on the OD. > > Thanks, > James > #40400 elevators > > James Hein wrote: > >> on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions >> from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not >> fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before >> on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. >> >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: David Talley <RV10(at)satx.rr.com>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 04, 2005
Try the following link (this one works): http://www.milspecproducts.com/ On Oct 4, 2005, at 3:29 PM, Werner Schneider wrote: > > http://www.milspecproducts.com/index.htm > > I'm using them in the Glastar 140 hrs without any problems > > br Werner > > Dave & Brenda Emond wrote: > > >> I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. >> You adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and >> anchor plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are >> called. I need some help???? >> Dave Emond >> #40159 >> Busy on Fuse Kit >> > > ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: aileron trim
Thanks Michael, will check on the Van's trim option. I still want to look at the aerotrim also, but haven't found it yet. Jim Wade Mississippi -------Original Message------- From: RV Builder (Michael Sausen) Date: 10/03/05 21:03:04 Subject: RE: RV10-List: aileron trim Yep, going with the Van's aileron trim option. Don't know if it's on their web page or not, came out the same time as OSH. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Fuel Tank Drain And Finger Strainer
Just wanted to double check with someone else that has done the tanks. When I tighten up the drain and the finger strainer, they do not tighten up all the way to the stop nuts. Is that what everyone else is seeing? Thanks, Sean #40303 (tanks finally done!!!!!! after 49 hours of yuk) ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "John Mcmahon" <rv6(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 04, 2005
Skybolt Fastners ----- Original Message ----- From: Dave & Brenda Emond To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 2:23 PM Subject: RV10-List: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I need some help???? Dave Emond #40159 Busy on Fuse Kit ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Chris" <toaster73(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Fuel Tank Drain And Finger Strainer
Date: Oct 04, 2005
I believe they are pipe threads. -Chris L 40072 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sean Stephens" <schmoboy(at)cox.net> Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Tank Drain And Finger Strainer > > Just wanted to double check with someone else that has done the tanks. > > When I tighten up the drain and the finger strainer, they do not tighten > up all the way to the stop nuts. Is that what everyone else is seeing? > > Thanks, > > Sean #40303 (tanks finally done!!!!!! after 49 hours of yuk) > > > > > > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: LarryRosen(at)comcast.net
Subject: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
Date: Oct 05, 2005
Bob #40105 Are you able to fit all the wires through the 625-8 snap bushings? What size wire did you use for the services? Someone asked what size holes can be drilled in the ribs. Vans does have a positon on this. You can see it here <http://www.vansaircraft.com/public/confaq.htm> and select Routing of wires and tubes in the Wing. The main wire routing hole can be able to be drilled out to 3/4" and use a SB750-10 bushing wiht a 5/8" ID. Larry Rosen 40356 N205EN (reserved) From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com> Subject: RE: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! Date: Tue, 4 Oct 2005 20:04:41 +0000 --NextPart_Webmail_9m3u9jl4l_16939_1128479856_1 Although it's almost a necessity in parts of the fuselage, you can easily get by with just the snap bushings in the wings. Only thing I did was use the next larger size (625-7 called out, I used 625-8). For those new to the list, also consider that you may have wingtip nav antenna coax (one or both wings), marker beacon antenna coax, and/or the AOA pressure tap lines. My specific configuration included all of the above (navs in both wingtips), Whelen strobe/nav lights, Van's landing lights, heated pitot, standard stall warning and the TruTrak roll servo. Bob #40105 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein Subject: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! I've been trying to decide on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. So, I'm thinking of PVC electrical conduit. So far so good, except what size? This stuff all has 1/8" walls, so add 1/4" to the I.D. to get the O.D. But, how far can I enlarge the rib holes before I get into trouble? would 3/4" (1.05" O.D) be too large? (I did look at Teflon conduit/tubing, from McMaster-Carr, which has a 1/16" wall, but it's $5 per foot! Ouch!) I plan on having the following installed in the wings (left wing for example) 1. Whelean Strobes 2. Duckworks HID lights 3. Van's Landing Light (yep, both; Van's tip light to be used as a taxi light) 4. Nav lights 5. Heated Pitot 6. The Kit's stall warning system 7. Facet Fuel pump for tip tank transfer (3amp) 8. TruTrak roll servo If you've already done something similar, what is the wire bundle size? Decisions, Decisions... What have I gotten myself into? -Jim 40384 (Still deburring the wing ribs..) to and --NextPart_Webmail_9m3u9jl4l_16939_1128479856_1 http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40"> Although its almost a necessity in parts of the fuselage, you can easily get by with just the snap bushings in the wings. Only thing I did was use the next larger size (625-7 called out, I used 625-8). For those new to the list, also consider that you may have wingtip nav antenna coax (one or both wings), marker beacon antenna coax, and/or the AOA pressure tap lines. My specific configuration included all of the above (navs in both wingtips), Whelen strobe/nav lights, Vans landing lights, heated pitot, standard stall warning and the TruTrak roll servo. Bob #40105 From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of James Hein 2:29 PM Subject: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!

I've been trying to decide on what type and size of conduit to use, and would like suggestions from the group. I would rather not use Van's conduit because I am not fond of corrugated conduit and If it it like the stuff I used before on other applications, after 20 years or so it will disintegrate. So, I'm thinking of PVC electrical conduit. So far so good, except what size? This stuff all has 1/8 walls, so add 1/4 to the I.D. to get the O.D. But, how far can I enlarge the rib holes before I get into trouble? would 3/4 (1.05 O.D) be too large? (I did look at Teflon conduit/tubing, from McMaster-Carr, which has a 1/16 wall, but it's $5 per foot! Ouch!) I plan on having the following installed in the wings (left wing for example) 1. Whelean Strobes 2. Duckworks HID lights 3. Van's Landing Light (yep, both; Van's tip light to be used as a taxi light) 4. Nav lights 5. Heated Pitot 6. The Kit's stall warning system 7. Facet Fuel pump for tip tank transfer (3amp) 8. TruTrak roll servo If you've already done something similar, what is the wire bundle size? Decisions, Decisions... What have I gotten myself into? -Jim 40384 (Still deburring the wing ribs..) --NextPart_Webmail_9m3u9jl4l_16939_1128479856_1-- ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
All are through the bushings except for the TT roll servo which goes through the same holes that the pitot lines uses on the other wing. I can get details of the wire sizes tomorrow PM but they were sized to keep the voltage drop to less than .5 volts with a min size of #22. Antennas are all RG-400. AOA lines run through bushings with the wires. Bob -------------------------- -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com <owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com> Subject: RE: RV10-List: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! Bob #40105 Are you able to fit all the wires through the 625-8 snap bushings? What size wire did you use for the services? Someone asked what size holes can be drilled in the ribs. Vans does have a positon on this. You can see it here <http://www.vansaircraft.com/public/confaq.htm> and select Routing of wires and tubes in the Wing. The main wire routing hole can be able to be drilled out to 3/4" and use a SB750-10 bushing wiht a 5/8" ID. Larry Rosen 40356 N205EN (reserved) ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 04, 2005
From: Rick <ricksked(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Fuel Tank Drain And Finger Strainer
Sean, They are NPT or National Pipe Thread. This type of thread is tapered and the more you tighten it the further and tighter it gets until you give up or it strips out. Put some fuel lube on the male part of the threads, a little goes a long way. Snug up the inner fitting first then while holding the inner fitting tighten the outer. During your leak checks you can snug these fittings until any leaks stop if you find any. I suggest for now you apply a little lube and just hand tighten until final assembly. Then tighten all the fittings. My plan is to put some fuel in the tanks and flush them a bit prior to connecting them to the fuselage feeds. Then pull the drains and get rid of the excess fuel and reinstall them. At this stage just put,em back into the holes for storage and contamination prevention. Rick S. 40185 Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: Werner Schneider <glastar(at)gmx.net>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
seems the link had changed, here directly to the item you're looking at: http://www.milspecproducts.com/245213info.htm and the pricing: http://www.milspecproducts.com/c-lockprice.htm they seem to be a tad cheaper then skybolt (but look the same) Werner Werner Schneider wrote: > > http://www.milspecproducts.com/index.htm > > I'm using them in the Glastar 140 hrs without any problems > > br Werner > > Dave & Brenda Emond wrote: > >> I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You >> adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor >> plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I >> need some help???? >> >> Dave Emond >> >> #40159 >> Busy on Fuse Kit > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "William Curtis" <wcurtis(at)core.com>
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
Date: Oct 05, 2005
Jim, See my wing electrical configuration here: http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/07Wings/index7.html with wiring overview here: http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/90Electrical/RV10Electrical_v3b.pdf William Curtis 40237 - Wings http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: Sean Stephens <schmoboy(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
For those of you who have tested your tanks, what did you use to seal the fuel pickup hole where the finger strainer is. The wing kit doesn't come with a bulkhead union, which I assume goes in there and comes with a later kit? Thanks, Sean #40303 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: Jim Wade <jwadejr(at)direcway.com>
Subject: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions!
William, great website. Somehow I have missed finding it before. Jim Wade 40383-Wings & Fuselage -------Original Message------- From: William Curtis Date: 10/05/05 09:06:19 Subject: RV10-List: Re: Conduit, Wires, Decisions! Jim, See my wing electrical configuration here: http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/07Wings/index7.html with wiring overview here: http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/90Electrical/RV10Electrical_v3b.pdf William Curtis 40237 - Wings http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
If the finger strainer is installed, pick up a 3/8 NPT plug from Home depot or wherever. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sean Stephens Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners For those of you who have tested your tanks, what did you use to seal the fuel pickup hole where the finger strainer is. The wing kit doesn't come with a bulkhead union, which I assume goes in there and comes with a later kit? Thanks, Sean #40303 ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: "William Curtis" <wcurtis(at)core.com>
Subject: RE: Fuel Tank Testing
The Van's fuel tank test kit is useless for the RV-10. As noted here: http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/07Wings/wings59a.html I used AN-913-6 plug at the finger strainer. The Vans kit comes with a -6 cap for the other RVs, but is useless on the -10. The plugs are also useful when you put the wings/tanks in storage. Keep out any little critters. >For those of you who have tested your tanks, what did you use >to seal the fuel pickup hole where the finger strainer is. >The wing kit doesn't come with a bulkhead union, which I >assume goes in there and comes with a later kit? William Curtis 40237 - wings http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Mike Lee" <miklleen(at)hotmail.com>
Subject: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber
Date: Oct 05, 2005
OK I am sure this has been asked before, but maybe someoneone could send me copies of any list digests with information on this, or just reply directly. I am ver seriously considering an RV-10 project. What I would like is information from real builders on the following: Assuming the following: 1) RV-10 Quick build kit 2) Builder has good mechanical aptitude and electonics experience. 3) Never built an airplane before, or any project of this size. 4) Planning to keep customizations to a minimum. 5) Need to keep costs down, planning on finding a used mid time engine, CS prop, analog engine gauges, basic JPI engine monitor, will shell out $ for a Garmin 530 / 430 combo and indicators. 6) Want an IFR platform (hence the 530 / 430 combo) 7) GPS / Nav coupled auto pilot with altitude hold. 8) Will paint myself, will have uphoulstry done. 9) Basic sound proofing. 10) Wingtip stobes, plus stobe beacon, otherwise standard lighting with taxi / landing light. Can I get an estimate of build time and costs? What types of unexpected costs that are not in the above are there? Anyone else out there with similar goals / expectaions? What are other builders doing to keep costs down? I know I can save some $$ by buying a standard kit instead of a quick build, but I have a need to have the aircraft done in less than a year, working evenings and weekends. THANKS!!!!! for any and all help! Mike ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Dave & Brenda Emond" <d_emond(at)mweb.co.za>
Subject: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners
Date: Oct 05, 2005
Thanks Stein ----- Original Message ----- From: SteinAir, Inc. To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 10:25 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners They are "skybolt" fasteners and are really quite nice to use. They aren't cheap, but then again you get what you pay for! After using both the hinge pins and fasteners, I'll never go back to hinge pins again. http://www.skybolt.com Cheers, Stein. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com]On Behalf Of Dave & Brenda Emond Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 2:24 PM To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com Subject: RV10-List: Re: Cowling Quick Fastners I recall reading about a quick fastner, one size that fits all. You adjust each fastner to suit the depth of the cowl material and anchor plate. I can't remember who makes them, or what they are called. I need some help???? Dave Emond #40159 Busy on Fuse Kit ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 05, 2005
From: Rick <ricksked(at)earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber
Mike, You don't want much huh? :) I am slow build about 20 hours a week and have just finished the wings at around 700 hours. I expect it will take me 2.75 to three years to complete. The kit is very easy to build you just need to develop some riveting skills which has to be learned through practice but it's easy now, after about 100 practice rivets I had the hang of it. I am planning a very similar avionics package as have other in this group. My budget is right around 110K including paint but I am doing all the work myself. I suggest you visit all the builders sites. Start with Tim's at 'myrv10.com". You can link to all the others from there. Tim and Mike Howe list time spent, I think this is Tim's first airplane but Mike has experience and teaches sheetmetal classes so you can compare the two build times. If your farming out the avionics Stein and several others on the list can give you some preliminary figures for that and autopilots. I find the little things add up like antennas, wiring spare nuts and bolts etc. Read up on all the others projects, I think Randy posted a build time around 2200 hours but don't hold me to that. Do an archive search as well....all of your questions I think have been addressed at least once. Rick S. 40185 Fuselage ________________________________________________________________________________ tests=ALL_TRUSTED: -2.4,AWL: 0.346,SARE_MSGID_EMPTY: 1.106, SARE_RECV_ADDR: 0.027
From: "John Jessen" <jjessen(at)rcn.com>
Subject: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber
Date: Oct 05, 2005
Mike, Good questions. A trip through the land of RV web sites will help you, greatly. Also, search the archives. There are many references there as to the time to build and costs. I cannot do anything but give you a projected cost range that I came up with for my purposes (IFR panel, new engine, etc), and that was between $120,000 to $140,000. I hope the estimated range is high; I doubt it. But to me, the one thing that disturbed me about your post was the "need" to get this done within a year or less. Randy, the first totally completed RV-10 to fly, was finished in 20 months, with help, both in terms of physical labor, but also in terms of subsections being farmed out, such as the panel. (Randy can fill you in on exactly what were his shortcuts.) Twenty months is fast, my friend. I expect to take between 24 and 48 months, depending if I, too, go QB, which is still being debated. For a plane of this complexity, anything south of 24 months would be proud to crow about, but less than 12? Please don't set that as your goal. This stuff is doable, but it is not strictly a Lego or erector set. By the way, I work on it each evening for 2 hours (when I'm not traveling on business) and each and every weekend for at least 6 hours (when I'm not being pulled away by others who don't understand the passion and addiction, but whose needs must be recognized - none of us are total recluses, yet), and there's no way that I could get it done in less time than Randy's 20 months. I have all the tools, and the requisite knowledge and skills, and there's no way. In short, enjoy the process, build well and have some fun...or, buy one already built. I'm sure there will be a few up for sale soon. My best, John Jessen 40328 HS -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mike Lee Subject: RV10-List: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber OK I am sure this has been asked before, but maybe someoneone could send me copies of any list digests with information on this, or just reply directly. I am ver seriously considering an RV-10 project. What I would like is information from real builders on the following: Assuming the following: 1) RV-10 Quick build kit 2) Builder has good mechanical aptitude and electonics experience. 3) Never built an airplane before, or any project of this size. 4) Planning to keep customizations to a minimum. 5) Need to keep costs down, planning on finding a used mid time engine, CS prop, analog engine gauges, basic JPI engine monitor, will shell out $ for a Garmin 530 / 430 combo and indicators. 6) Want an IFR platform (hence the 530 / 430 combo) 7) GPS / Nav coupled auto pilot with altitude hold. 8) Will paint myself, will have uphoulstry done. 9) Basic sound proofing. 10) Wingtip stobes, plus stobe beacon, otherwise standard lighting with taxi / landing light. Can I get an estimate of build time and costs? What types of unexpected costs that are not in the above are there? Anyone else out there with similar goals / expectaions? What are other builders doing to keep costs down? I know I can save some $$ by buying a standard kit instead of a quick build, but I have a need to have the aircraft done in less than a year, working evenings and weekends. THANKS!!!!! for any and all help! Mike ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Interior Paint Options
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: "McGANN, Ron" <ron.mcgann(at)baesystems.com>
G'day all, I was wondering what options we have for painting the inside of the cabin/fuselage. I have been using Valspar Super Anzapon (BMS 10-11 similar to Akzo) for corrosion protection of the emp and wings and I'm very happy with the results. This stuff is not supposed to be top coated though, (without additional prep work). I would like to go with internal trim from classic aero designs or similar, but I'm not clear on what is needed for corrosion protection of the fuse (ie primer) versus those exposed cabin wear surfaces that need to be 'prettied up'. Has the general approach been to prime as per the emp/wings and then top coat, or are there other ways? Any suggestions or pointers to other info would be appreciated. Thanks in advance Ron #187 fuse. ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: Nikolaos Napoli <owl40188(at)yahoo.com>
Subject: Lycoming Engines
Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and noticed that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know if this has the new tapped technology? Has anyone compared the TMX540 (Mattituck) to the Aerosport? Thanks Niko ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: "William Curtis" <wcurtis(at)core.com>
Subject: RE: Lycoming Engines
Yup, they raised the price of the 260HP IO-540 from $38,990 to $42,650, an over $3,600 increase. However they now have an offering of the 250HP O-540 for $37,500. Other than fuel injection, anyone know what else is different between these engines? It would seem you could get the O and add fuel injection for a lot less than $5,150 or FADEC for a little more. I think Ill be looking at the IO-540 clone from Aerosport. Maybe in these days of $5 avgas, they will reconsider the 210HP Continental IO-360. >Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and noticed >that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know if >this has the new tapped technology? William Curtis 40237 - wings http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: Re: RE: Lycoming Engines
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey(at)baesystems.com>
You can get a Silverhawk EX package from Mattituck to convert to an IO for about 3200. I wasn't aware that there were any FADEC options for the Lyc 540 - am I missing something? Bob -------------------------- -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com <owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com> Subject: RV10-List: RE: Lycoming Engines Yup, they raised the price of the 260HP IO-540 from $38,990 to $42,650, an over $3,600 increase. However they now have an offering of the 250HP O-540 for $37,500. Other than fuel injection, anyone know what else is different between these engines? It would seem you could get the O and add fuel injection for a lot less than $5,150 or FADEC for a little more. I think I'll be looking at the IO-540 clone from Aerosport. Maybe in these days of $5 avgas, they will reconsider the 210HP Continental IO-360. >Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and noticed >that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know if >this has the new tapped technology? William Curtis 40237 - wings http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis(at)cox.net>
Subject: Re: RE: Lycoming Engines
This is making the Egg/Subie look more and more interesting to me. He' going to be @ Copperstate this weekend, and I look forward to hearing 1st hand about his plans for the RV-10 installation. (I just saw on ANN an AD for Lyc 360 & 540 cranks, maybe this is how Lyc expects to pay for it) Deems Davis # 406 Wing Main Spar http://deemsrv10.com/ William Curtis wrote: > Yup, they raised the price of the 260HP IO-540 from $38,990 to > $42,650, an over $3,600 increase. However they now have an offering of > the 250HP O-540 for $37,500. Other than fuel injection, anyone know > what else is different between these engines? It would seem you could > get the O and add fuel injection for a lot less than $5,150 or FADEC > for a little more. I think Ill be looking at the IO-540 clone from > Aerosport. Maybe in these days of $5 avgas, they will reconsider the > 210HP Continental IO-360. > > >Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and > noticed > >that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know if > >this has the new tapped technology? > > William Curtis > 40237 - wings > http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
Subject: RE: Lycoming Engines
Date: Oct 06, 2005
From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder(at)sausen.net>
Deems, A comment Rob Hickman had to me about this subject really struck home. How hard will it be to get it through a condition inspection if you are not the builder. I would expect it to impact the perceived and real value without a lyc but if you ever want to sell it how hard will it be for the buyer to get it inspected? Might be a bigger impact than expected leading to an unsellable aircraft. I would like to hear Jan's comment on this and some real world experiences before I jump on this boat. Another thing that has been rumored is that insurance companies are going to treat the -10 differently than other RV's in respect to an "unapproved" engine. This would also be a serious deal killer if insurance sky rockets or is completely unavailable. Like I said this is a rumor that maybe someone can confirm the next time they talk to an agent. These are two things you might want to bring up. I for one would love to get positive answers to these two items as it would provide, what I feel, would be a viable alternative to the $$$ Lyc's. Unfortunately they are both deal killers also, as I suspect they would be for most other people. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis Subject: Re: RV10-List: RE: Lycoming Engines This is making the Egg/Subie look more and more interesting to me. He' going to be @ Copperstate this weekend, and I look forward to hearing 1st hand about his plans for the RV-10 installation. (I just saw on ANN an AD for Lyc 360 & 540 cranks, maybe this is how Lyc expects to pay for it) Deems Davis # 406 Wing Main Spar http://deemsrv10.com/ William Curtis wrote: > Yup, they raised the price of the 260HP IO-540 from $38,990 to > $42,650, an over $3,600 increase. However they now have an offering of > the 250HP O-540 for $37,500. Other than fuel injection, anyone know > what else is different between these engines? It would seem you could > get the O and add fuel injection for a lot less than $5,150 or FADEC > for a little more. I think I'll be looking at the IO-540 clone from > Aerosport. Maybe in these days of $5 avgas, they will reconsider the > 210HP Continental IO-360. > > >Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and > noticed > >that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know > >if this has the new tapped technology? > > William Curtis > 40237 - wings > http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse(at)itecusa.org>
Subject: aileron trim
Date: Oct 06, 2005
The phone number for the AeroTrim guy is 305-864-3336. I think we paid $175 each for the set, plus the required servo relay deck from Ray Allen so we could use the trim switches in our Infinity Aerospace stick grip. Sorry for the delay. Jesse Saint I-TEC, Inc. jesse(at)itecusa.org www.itecusa.org <http://www.itecusa.org/> W: 352-465-4545 C: 352-427-0285 F: 815-377-3694 _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RE: RV10-List: aileron trim Thanks Michael, will check on the Van's trim option. I still want to look at the aerotrim also, but haven't found it yet. Jim Wade Mississippi -------Original Message------- From: RV Builder (Michael Sausen) <mailto:rvbuilder(at)sausen.net> Date: 10/03/05 21:03:04 Subject: RE: RV10-List: aileron trim Yep, going with the Van's aileron trim option. Don't know if it's on their web page or not, came out the same time as OSH. Michael Sausen -10 #352 Flaps _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim Wade Subject: RV10-List: aileron trim Anyone putting aileron trim in?? Does the plane need one? Heard it mentioned a few times. Has anyone tried to attach a Rosen sunvisor to the cabin structure?? I have Rosen's in my T210 and they are great when the sun is bright, also you can move them to the side if needed. Would be a very nice addition with all that glass. Jim Wade 40383 ( no type this time) Slow build everything Fuselage ready to close floors and install panel. Wings ready for top skins. ________________________________________________________________________________
From: GenGrumpy(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 06, 2005
Subject: Re: Lycoming Engines
I went with Aerosport Power's IO-540. Did a lot of checking. Think they offer a very good engine, and for the few that have gotten them, I believe they will agree. Grumpy #40404 ________________________________________________________________________________ spamd1.ruraltel.net * -4.0 RCVD_FROM_NEXTECH_5 Message came from 204.96.144-152.x network * 0.0 UNPARSEABLE_RELAY Informational: message has unparseable relay * lines * -2.6 BAYES_00 BODY: Bayesian spam probability is 0 to 1% * 0.4 AWL AWL: From: address is in the auto white-list
From: "Bill and Tami Britton" <william(at)gbta.net>
Subject: Re: RE: Lycoming Engines
Date: Oct 06, 2005
Deems, get all the info you can get out of Jan at Copperstate and please report back. I've been interested in his engines since I first found out about them a couple years back. I was ready to buy one of his 2.5's when I was planning on a RV-7, but now that I'm building a -10 I really hope he can make the H-6 work. The only thing that still bugs me a little is the high RPM's on take off. I know the engines do that all the time in the cars, but it just sounds too high. Probably won't be a problem. Anyway, please report back if you have time. Bill Britton RV-10 #40137 Elevators in progress ----- Original Message ----- From: "Deems Davis" <deemsdavis(at)cox.net> Subject: Re: RV10-List: RE: Lycoming Engines > > This is making the Egg/Subie look more and more interesting to me. He' > going to be @ Copperstate this weekend, and I look forward to hearing > 1st hand about his plans for the RV-10 installation. > (I just saw on ANN an AD for Lyc 360 & 540 cranks, maybe this is how Lyc > expects to pay for it) > > Deems Davis # 406 > Wing Main Spar > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > William Curtis wrote: > > > Yup, they raised the price of the 260HP IO-540 from $38,990 to > > $42,650, an over $3,600 increase. However they now have an offering of > > the 250HP O-540 for $37,500. Other than fuel injection, anyone know > > what else is different between these engines? It would seem you could > > get the O and add fuel injection for a lot less than $5,150 or FADEC > > for a little more. I think Ill be looking at the IO-540 clone from > > Aerosport. Maybe in these days of $5 avgas, they will reconsider the > > 210HP Continental IO-360. > > > > >Back to the engine question. I am getting close to ordering one and > > noticed > > >that Vans prices went up considerably for the IO540. Does anyone know if > > >this has the new tapped technology? > > > > William Curtis > > 40237 - wings > > http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/ > > ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "ddddsp1(at)juno.com" <ddddsp1(at)juno.com>
Date: Oct 07, 2005
Subject: aileron trim
The trim servo kit from Van's is $275. Why is AEROTRIM servo trim kit only $175? DEAN The trim servo kit from Van's is $275. Why is AEROTRIM servo trim kit only $175? DEAN ________________________________________________________________________________
From: GenGrumpy(at)aol.com
Date: Oct 06, 2005
Subject: Re: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber
I'll throw a nickel on the grass (as the old fighter pilot song goes). Going the QB route, with some great (and RV experienced helpers). At least a year to complete, some of which is lead time for Van to deliver QB kits. With new engine (rather than some clunker rebuild), new prop and REAL IFR package (with backup), probably $150k is a good ball park. You can do it for less, but with increased risk. I figure.....$120k and a 2nd class machine that is VFR or $150k and a first class machine with reall IFR capability. And you'll be head to head with the Cirrus and Lancair bubbas, who have $500k+ in their machines. It's your call..... Probably get strafed by others for my opinion. Grumpy 40404 In a message dated 10/5/2005 9:29:49 PM Central Standard Time, jjessen(at)rcn.com writes: Mike, Good questions. A trip through the land of RV web sites will help you, greatly. Also, search the archives. There are many references there as to the time to build and costs. I cannot do anything but give you a projected cost range that I came up with for my purposes (IFR panel, new engine, etc), and that was between $120,000 to $140,000. I hope the estimated range is high; I doubt it. But to me, the one thing that disturbed me about your post was the "need" to get this done within a year or less. Randy, the first totally completed RV-10 to fly, was finished in 20 months, with help, both in terms of physical labor, but also in terms of subsections being farmed out, such as the panel. (Randy can fill you in on exactly what were his shortcuts.) Twenty months is fast, my friend. I expect to take between 24 and 48 months, depending if I, too, go QB, which is still being debated. For a plane of this complexity, anything south of 24 months would be proud to crow about, but less than 12? Please don't set that as your goal. This stuff is doable, but it is not strictly a Lego or erector set. By the way, I work on it each evening for 2 hours (when I'm not traveling on business) and each and every weekend for at least 6 hours (when I'm not being pulled away by others who don't understand the passion and addiction, but whose needs must be recognized - none of us are total recluses, yet), and there's no way that I could get it done in less time than Randy's 20 months. I have all the tools, and the requisite knowledge and skills, and there's no way. In short, enjoy the process, build well and have some fun...or, buy one already built. I'm sure there will be a few up for sale soon. My best, John Jessen 40328 HS -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mike Lee Subject: RV10-List: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber OK I am sure this has been asked before, but maybe someoneone could send me copies of any list digests with information on this, or just reply directly. I am ver seriously considering an RV-10 project. What I would like is information from real builders on the following: Assuming the following: 1) RV-10 Quick build kit 2) Builder has good mechanical aptitude and electonics experience. 3) Never built an airplane before, or any project of this size. 4) Planning to keep customizations to a minimum. 5) Need to keep costs down, planning on finding a used mid time engine, CS prop, analog engine gauges, basic JPI engine monitor, will shell out $ for a Garmin 530 / 430 combo and indicators. 6) Want an IFR platform (hence the 530 / 430 combo) 7) GPS / Nav coupled auto pilot with altitude hold. 8) Will paint myself, will have uphoulstry done. 9) Basic sound proofing. 10) Wingtip stobes, plus stobe beacon, otherwise standard lighting with taxi / landing light. Can I get an estimate of build time and costs? What types of unexpected costs that are not in the above are there? Anyone else out there with similar goals / expectaions? What are other builders doing to keep costs down? I know I can save some $$ by buying a standard kit instead of a quick build, but I have a need to have the aircraft done in less than a year, working evenings and weekends. THANKS!!!!! for any and all help! Mike ________________________________________________________________________________
From: "bob.kaufmann" <bob.kaufmann(at)cox.net>
Subject: Real time and cost to build? From a new subscriber
Date: Oct 06, 2005
My nickel after talking to Misty pilot, is IFR, rotary 20B, all glass, and under 100 Bob K _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server(at)matronics.com



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