---------------------------------------------------------- Pietenpol-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Wed 07/28/04: 18 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 02:58 AM - Re: TACO logo proposal (Jack Phillips) 2. 08:12 AM - TIG welding 4130 (Bill Church) 3. 08:44 AM - TACO Logo proposal #2 (BARNSTMR@aol.com) 4. 08:52 AM - Broadhead Photos (BARNSTMR@aol.com) 5. 01:00 PM - Fw: Chuck Gantzer (Isablcorky@aol.com) 6. 03:39 PM - Where do I get the spruce? (Ron Hargrove) 7. 04:26 PM - 75th anniversary t-shirts (LAWRENCE WILLIAMS) 8. 05:32 PM - Re: 75th anniversary t-shirts (DJ Vegh) 9. 06:13 PM - Re: 75th anniversary t-shirts (David Esslinger) 10. 06:38 PM - Re: 75th anniversary t-shirts (Ron Hargrove) 11. 07:10 PM - Re: Where do I get the spruce? (Richard Navratil) 12. 07:15 PM - Re: Where do I get the spruce? (Jack Phillips) 13. 07:55 PM - Fitting out your Pietenpol (Ted Brousseau) 14. 08:04 PM - Re: Where do I get the spruce? (Ron Hargrove) 15. 08:08 PM - Pietenpol project for sale on eBay... (Ron Hargrove) 16. 08:39 PM - Re: 75th anniversary t-shirts (Mike Whaley) 17. 08:43 PM - Re: 75th anniversary t-shirts (BARNSTMR@aol.com) 18. 10:14 PM - YEEE HAAAAWWWW !!! (Rcaprd@aol.com) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 02:58:16 AM PST US From: "Jack Phillips" Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: TACO logo proposal Looks good to me, Terry. My only comment is I don't remember from my days of flying my Cub in Texas ever seeing a windsock that limp. Generally it was straight as an arrow, pointing north (unless a "Blue Norther" had blown in, in which case it was straight as an arrow pointing south). Jack "Tex" Phillips Raleigh, NC Doing the final assembly of NX899JP - got the centersection on last night -----Original Message----- From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of BARNSTMR@aol.com Subject: Pietenpol-List: TACO logo proposal Howdy Piet folks.. It seem that the TACO wagon is rollin...not only across TEXAS..but across the nation as well. This is great! TEXAS is way over due for an organized group of Pietenpol builders. And as evidenced by the good turn-out and great time at Tick Hill last week, the time is certainly ripe. Up to now...I haven't said too much about all of the enthusiastic emails from Sterling on the formation of this TACO group. I have to admit that I wasn't too keen on the name at first....especially after the look Leann gave me when I told her that she may be named a TACO "Belle". I was also somewhat stymied by the mention of alcohol as a means of indoctrination. In my way of thinking, flying and alcohol don't mix. I'm not against anyone having a relaxing beverage as long as it isn't mixed with flying (or driving for that matter.) So needless to say... It has taken me some time to warm up to the name and the indictment terrms of the TACO organization. Now....Before everyone starts thinking I am bashing Sterling....hold on. I aplaud you Sterling for rallying the troops and stirring the interest. As I said... its about time for a Texas Piet group. I have to say....EVERYONE I have met so far in this Pietenpol group has been super. It is amazing to me how this little beloved airplane design seems to attract a broad cross-section of interesting and down-to earth builders and enthusiasts. I have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of this email discussion list and look forward to meeting each and everyone on it. We also are looking forward to hosting the 2nd annual Tick Hill gathering next year....perhaps in a cooler month... and not so close to Broadhead, so maybe more folks can attend. So anyway... I am here to say....WAY to GO Sterling!. Count me in. I have prepared something to contribute. It is some artwork that I would like to propose as the TACO logo. Click on the link below to see it. If anyone else has a logo they'd like to propose...just send it to me and I will post it and we'll take a poll for votes of everyone's favorite. Once everyone has settled on the "official" design, I plan to have some shirts screened for my family and anyone else who wants one. Leann is planning to digitize this for embroidery on hats too. So lets keep the TACO wagon rolling....get those Piets flying... and lets get together for some good times! Terry Click here.... http://www.mykitplane.com/Planes/photoGalleryList2.cfm?AlbumID=204 ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 08:12:31 AM PST US From: Bill Church Subject: Pietenpol-List: TIG welding 4130 --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Bill Church A little info for those contemplating welding: While at Brodhead I was party to a discussion regarding the suitability of the use of TIG welding for 4130, and concerns about edge hardening, which leads to cracking. No question that this is a bad thing. There were misconceptions that 4130 should ONLY be welded using gas. The main problem with TIG welding 4130 occurs when the improper filler rod is used. If the proper procedures are followed, TIG will produce excellent welds with 4130. (Remember also, that only by following the proper procedures can proper welds be achieved using gas!) Following is a handy link that seems to clarify all the concerns. http://www.lincolnelectric.com/knowledge/articles/content/chrome-moly.asp Basically, these are the criteria: 1) fit your joints with minimum of gap 2) clean the edges to be welded 3) metal should be at 70F or higher 4) USE THE PROPER FILLER ROD (ER80S-D2, ER70S-2, ER70S-6, or stainless 310 or 312 --- DO NOT USE 4130 filler) 5) Slow cool the weld in still air - DO NOT QUENCH. 6) No heat treatment (stress relief) required for thicknesses of .120" or less. The techniques apply up to .120" thickness (okay for the piet fittings!). TIG can provide such a nice clean job of welding, without the need for pre-heating (other than room temperature), and it's not that difficult to learn. Bill ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 08:44:17 AM PST US From: BARNSTMR@aol.com Subject: Pietenpol-List: TACO Logo proposal #2 --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: BARNSTMR@aol.com Cliff, Jack, and Gary Thanks for the comments on the logo design...so I am submitting proposal #2.... see link below. Some of the comments were incorporated into the logo...pilot and "belle" added...white scarf. Flight attitude in level cruise...not in a downward mode. Sorry Jack... the windsock is a fantasy...light breeze..tailwind. http://www.mykitplane.com/Planes/photoDisplay.cfm?PhotoName=TACO%2003.jpg&PhotoID=2517 -- Terry B ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 08:52:24 AM PST US From: BARNSTMR@aol.com Subject: Pietenpol-List: Broadhead Photos --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: BARNSTMR@aol.com Thanks Jack...for posting the wonderful pics from Broadhead. -- Terry B. ANXIOUSLY awaiting more pics from others. DO NOT ARCHIVE ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 01:00:57 PM PST US From: Isablcorky@aol.com Subject: Pietenpol-List: Fwd: Chuck Gantzer Pieters and interested, Thought maybe you would enjoy this nice note from Chuck's sister. I don't think she would object to my forwarding it to the Piet net. From: becki guy Subject: Re: Chuck Gantzer --0-173073628-1091035059=:6777 Corky, I am Chuck's sister from Ohio. I am amazed how interested your group is in Chuck's travels. I thought I would let you know he will be flying into Union Co. airport near Marysville Ohio about 4pm today. I will pick him up & bring him to my house in Dublin for the night. He plans to fly home to Wheeling WV tomorrow (150 miles from here). I am sure he will email you or the group tonight from my house or tomorrow from 1 of my other brother's or nephew's houses in Wheeling. You all seem to be a wonderful & friendly group. I'd rather be cycling, Becki --------------------------------- --0-173073628-1091035059=:6777 Corky, I am Chuck's sister from Ohio. I am amazed how interested your group is in Chuck's travels. I thought I would let you know he will be flying into Union Co. airport near Marysville Ohio about 4pm today. I will pick him up bring him to my house in Dublin for the night. He plans to fly home to Wheeling WV tomorrow (150 miles from here). I am sure he will email you or the group tonight from my house or tomorrow from 1 of my other brother's or nephew's houses in Wheeling. You all seem to be a wonderful friendly group. I'd rather be cycling, Becki --0-173073628-1091035059=:6777-- ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 03:39:15 PM PST US From: Ron Hargrove Subject: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove Ok guys, I finally got my plans, and while I am studying them for awhile, I was wondering if I could get some input on where to get the sitka spruce, or even better, where NOT to get the wood? Also, does anyone out there have a slightly used builders manual they would be willing to part with at a reasonable price? Or is it available online somewhere? Many thanks, Ron ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 04:26:06 PM PST US From: "LAWRENCE WILLIAMS" Subject: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Seal-Send-Time: Wed, 28 Jul 2004 19:07:39 -0400 Here's a plea on behalf of one of our Piet brothers........ Randy Bruce designed a special t-shirt for the 75th anniversary of the Air Camper but didn't sell them all (or even half!) at Brodhead so I'm putting out the call for the rest of us to help him out. These aren't the typical computer-font type designs. Randy is a pretty talented artist and he made a big effort to make these shirts very special. At Brodhead, the Pietenpol family was so impressed that they bought 9 of them. He even donated the original artwork to them. So here's the deal: he will sell AND ship them for what he was asking for them at Brodhead which is exactly $16.00. No extra shipping, handling, or other charges! I am doing this for him for two reasons. First, he doesn't have a computer and next, because he put quite a bit of his hard-earned bucks into the project, drove all the way to Brodhead from his home (boat) near Orlando, FL and back to share his talent and celebrate the auspicious occasion with and for us. It would be nice to have him recoup his investment and for a measly $16 you could have a treasure. That's my pitch. Here's his address: Randy Bruce P.O. Box 2353 Sanford, FL 32772 Thanks, guys- Larry ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 05:32:56 PM PST US From: "DJ Vegh" Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts a picture of the artwork?? I'm interested. DJ ----- Original Message ----- From: LAWRENCE WILLIAMS To: Pietenpol-List Digest Server Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 4:07 PM Subject: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Here's a plea on behalf of one of our Piet brothers........ Randy Bruce designed a special t-shirt for the 75th anniversary of the Air Camper but didn't sell them all (or even half!) at Brodhead so I'm putting out the call for the rest of us to help him out. These aren't the typical computer-font type designs. Randy is a pretty talented artist and he made a big effort to make these shirts very special. At Brodhead, the Pietenpol family was so impressed that they bought 9 of them. He even donated the original artwork to them. So here's the deal: he will sell AND ship them for what he was asking for them at Brodhead which is exactly $16.00. No extra shipping, handling, or other charges! I am doing this for him for two reasons. First, he doesn't have a computer and next, because he put quite a bit of his hard-earned bucks into the project, drove all the way to Brodhead from his home (boat) near Orlando, FL and back to share his talent and celebrate the auspicious occasion with and for us. It would be nice to have him recoup his investment and for a measly $16 you could have a treasure. That's my pitch. Here's his address: Randy Bruce P.O. Box 2353 Sanford, FL 32772 Thanks, guys- Larry ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 06:13:27 PM PST US From: "David Esslinger" Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Larry, sign me up for three of them. I want one for now, one for when I finish my Piet and one for my first passenger. Just let me know how to pay for them. Thanks, Dave Esslinger -----Original Message----- From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of LAWRENCE WILLIAMS Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 6:08 PM To: Pietenpol-List Digest Server Subject: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Here's a plea on behalf of one of our Piet brothers........ Randy Bruce designed a special t-shirt for the 75th anniversary of the Air Camper but didn't sell them all (or even half!) at Brodhead so I'm putting out the call for the rest of us to help him out. These aren't the typical computer-font type designs. Randy is a pretty talented artist and he made a big effort to make these shirts very special. At Brodhead, the Pietenpol family was so impressed that they bought 9 of them. He even donated the original artwork to them. So here's the deal: he will sell AND ship them for what he was asking for them at Brodhead which is exactly $16.00. No extra shipping, handling, or other charges! I am doing this for him for two reasons. First, he doesn't have a computer and next, because he put quite a bit of his hard-earned bucks into the project, drove all the way to Brodhead from his home (boat) near Orlando, FL and back to share his talent and celebrate the auspicious occasion with and for us. It would be nice to have him recoup his investment and for a measly $16 you could have a treasure. That's my pitch. Here's his address: Randy Bruce P.O. Box 2353 Sanford, FL 32772 Thanks, guys- Larry ps. for all of you taking bets........I made it back from Brodhead with ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 06:38:46 PM PST US From: Ron Hargrove Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove What sizes are available? I am interested as well... Ron ----- Original Message ----- From: David Esslinger Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Larry, sign me up for three of them. I want one for now, one for when I finish my Piet and one for my first passenger. Just let me know how to pay for them. Thanks, Dave Esslinger -----Original Message----- From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of LAWRENCE WILLIAMS Subject: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Here's a plea on behalf of one of our Piet brothers........ Randy Bruce designed a special t-shirt for the 75th anniversary of the Air Camper but didn't sell them all (or even half!) at Brodhead so I'm putting out the call for the rest of us to help him out. These aren't the typical computer-font type designs. Randy is a pretty talented artist and he made a big effort to make these shirts very special. At Brodhead, the Pietenpol family was so impressed that they bought 9 of them. He even donated the original artwork to them. So here's the deal: he will sell AND ship them for what he was asking for them at Brodhead which is exactly $16.00. No extra shipping, handling, or other charges! I am doing this for him for two reasons. First, he doesn't have a computer and next, because he put quite a bit of his hard-earned bucks into the project, drove all the way to Brodhead from his home (boat) near Orlando, FL and back to share his talent and celebrate the auspicious occasion with and for us. It would be nice to have him recoup his investment and for a measly $16 you could have a treasure. That's my pitch. Here's his address: Randy Bruce P.O. Box 2353 Sanford, FL 32772 Thanks, guys- Larry ps. for all of you taking bets........I made it back from Brodhead ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 07:10:34 PM PST US From: "Richard Navratil" Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Richard Navratil" Hi Ron Where do you live? There are sources around the contry. Dick N. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ron Hargrove" Subject: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? > --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove > > Ok guys, I finally got my plans, and while I am studying them for > awhile, I was wondering if I could get some input on where to get the > sitka spruce, or even better, where NOT to get the wood? Also, does > anyone out there have a slightly used builders manual they would be > willing to part with at a reasonable price? Or is it available online > somewhere? > > Many thanks, > Ron > > ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 07:15:00 PM PST US From: "Jack Phillips" Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Jack Phillips" Hi Ron, I got most of mine from Wicks Aircraft Supply. Good wood, and fast shipping, but the shipping can cost nearly as much as the wood. Aircraft Spruce and Specialty is also good quality, but they are slow on shipping spruce, and they are expensive (so is Wick's). If you don't have catalogs from each of these companies, get them. Both have websites, and both offer free catalogs that have just about everything you will need to build an airplane. Personally, I like Wicks better. AS&S is just a little too pricey. Jack -----Original Message----- From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Ron Hargrove Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 6:39 PM Subject: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? * > Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove Ok guys, I finally got my plans, and while I am studying them for awhile, I was wondering if I could get some input on where to get the sitka spruce, or even better, where NOT to get the wood? Also, does anyone out there have a slightly used builders manual they would be willing to part with at a reasonable price? Or is it available online somewhere? Many thanks, Ron advertising on the Matronics Forums. ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 07:55:30 PM PST US From: "Ted Brousseau" Subject: Pietenpol-List: Fitting out your Pietenpol --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Ted Brousseau" Well I can't hold it in any longer. My twin daughter is in the hospital awaiting twins any day now. So, I am grounded to home area. Had to cancel Brodhead and OSH. Moped all weekend thinking about Brodhead. So, went out on Monday and flew 3 different Pietenpols for 4 hours. Not quite like flying to Brodhead, but my butt hurt just as much... I am test flying two different Piets for friends. It has given me a chance to compare some things I have taken for granted. I want to share some observations with current builders. When you finish the fuselage but before adding things like rudder pedals, throttles, etc. plug in a tv and tune in your favorite program and sit in the fuselage and watch. And think. Put your rudder pedals where you think you want them. Put your feet on them and sit and watch that program. You will soon start to see whether they are in a place that is comfortable or where you can barely walk when you try to get out. If the pedals are too close to you, your knees will be bent too much. Your ankles will also be bent back a lot and the heel brakes will be awkward to apply. The knees will also be in the way of the control stick and limit the amount of aileron movement. Also, most of your weight will be concentrated on your tailbone and you will hurt after a short time. Other things to look at. Don't have the throttle so that your knee will hit it while getting in. Could ruin your day after you hand prop it but don't yet have your feet on the brakes. Make sure the cables, like those that attach to the rudder pedals, don't have cotter keys, frayed ends, or ends of safety wire protruding where it can gouge your shoes or ankles. Could be distracting while trying to fly. Make sure your shoe is not going to jam between the rudder pedal and an side upright or passenger seat part. Could happen at a most inopportune time. Same thing for levers or pull starters. Be sure they are located in places that make using them easy. On of the Piets I am testing has the pull starter located so that it almost cuts off your fingers as you pull on it. Moved one inch forward it would be a non-issue. Make sure the brakes can be applied with ease while your feet are on the rudder pedals. Not so easy that you apply brakes inadvertently, but not so hard to find that you might hit one and miss the other. If you have to lift your feet off the rudder pedals to apply brakes, or if you have to make your legs and ankles do things that only a contortionist can do comfortable, you are looking at an accident waiting to happen. Sorry this turned out so long. I only wanted you to know that you can do things that will affect the safety and pleasure of flying your Pietenpol. But, they are easier to do while building rather than after you start flying it. Hope this helps someone. Ted Brousseau In soggy, sunny, sweaty South Florida (who can't wait to join up with Corky on the way to Brodhead next year. ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 08:04:58 PM PST US From: Ron Hargrove Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove Thanks for the responses! I live in Kentucky, so that may be a factor with the shipping. I will definately order both the catalogs to check out the prices. I have been poring over the plans, and my heart is still beating fast just thinking about realizing this dream! Ron On Wed, 28 Jul 2004 22:14:38 -0400, Jack Phillips wrote: > --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: "Jack Phillips" > > Hi Ron, > > I got most of mine from Wicks Aircraft Supply. Good wood, and fast > shipping, but the shipping can cost nearly as much as the wood. Aircraft > Spruce and Specialty is also good quality, but they are slow on shipping > spruce, and they are expensive (so is Wick's). > > If you don't have catalogs from each of these companies, get them. Both > have websites, and both offer free catalogs that have just about everything > you will need to build an airplane. Personally, I like Wicks better. AS&S > is just a little too pricey. > > Jack > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Ron > Hargrove > Sent: Wednesday, July 28, 2004 6:39 PM > To: Pietenpol-List@matronics.com > Subject: Pietenpol-List: Where do I get the spruce? > > * > Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove > > Ok guys, I finally got my plans, and while I am studying them for awhile, I > was wondering if I could get some input on where to get the sitka spruce, or > even better, where NOT to get the wood? Also, does anyone out there have a > slightly used builders manual they would be willing to part with at a > reasonable price? Or is it available online somewhere? > Many thanks, > Ron > > advertising on the Matronics Forums. > > > ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 08:08:20 PM PST US From: Ron Hargrove Subject: Pietenpol-List: Pietenpol project for sale on eBay... --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Ron Hargrove I saw this auction for a Piet on eBay, and I thought that someone in Texas may want to check up on this. Looks like there maybe another TACO member indicted some day... Ron http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2485738086&indexURL=0#ebayphotohosting ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 08:39:17 PM PST US From: "Mike Whaley" Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts Yes, yes, pictures! :) Mike Whaley merlin@ov-10bronco.net Webmaster, OV-10 Bronco Association http://www.ov-10bronco.net/ Randy Bruce designed a special t-shirt for the 75th anniversary of the Air Camper but didn't sell them all (or even half!) at Brodhead so I'm putting out the call for the rest of us to help him out. ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 08:43:33 PM PST US From: BARNSTMR@aol.com Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: 75th anniversary t-shirts We'd like to see a pic too. TLB ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 10:14:34 PM PST US From: Rcaprd@aol.com Subject: Pietenpol-List: YEEE HAAAAWWWW !!! --> Pietenpol-List message posted by: Rcaprd@aol.com Hey All !! I have so many stories to tell (most of which are true) it will take me months to get them all told!! Everything is working out so well on this trip. I've finally got to a computer where I can sit down and type a few words. I'm at my sister's, in Columbus OH right now. Tomorrow (probably late morning), she will take me back out to the airport, and I think I just about have her convinced to go for a flight !! She has a friend from work that is going to meet us out there, who has two kids who I'll introduce to the 'Wonderful World of Pietenpols'. I'll probably depart Union Co. Airport (Marysville) sometime late afternoon, and head on east to Marshall Co. Airport, which is just south of Wheeling W V. I'll be staying with my boys, and visiting home for a week or so, and I'll have access to a computer, so I'll be able to let you all know of some of the wonderful experiences I've had. I could do that flight in one hop, but as I fly over the airports that I use for way-points on the GPS, if I see anyone down there, I peel off, and go give them a 'Smoke Run', then circle back around and land. A bit of a diversion, but a necessary one. It was difficult to admit that Brodhead was over this year, and I was the last one to fly away. The others were John in Mountain Piet...I think he left at the crack of dawn. Then the two guys in the Starduster left some time just before noon. I got very memorable ride in that plane !! I had a bit of a scare as I approached Portland Indiana last evening. Fog was closing in, and visibility was closing in. That GPS that I have bad mouthed in the past, helped me find the airport. I was at full power, holding the stick forward to maintain view of the earth (skud running) when the runway broke into view at 1.8 miles out. Let me tell you, that runway was a sight for sore eyes !! I'll go into more details about it in the near future. I'll still keep in touch with Corky, while en route, to keep everyone posted of where the next smoke run, or T.P. drop will occur !! From Trees & Rags, to Stick & Rudder, Pietenpols are Forever !! Chuck Gantzer NX770CG