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1. 03:28 AM - Re: Re: V-Stab Fittings (Jack)
2. 04:22 AM - Looking like a plane (Dangerous Dave)
3. 04:25 AM - Re: Looking like a plane (Dangerous Dave)
4. 04:54 AM - Re: V-Stab Fittings (Charles Campbell)
5. 05:37 AM - Re: MGL Electronic Tach (Ben Charvet)
6. 06:26 AM - Re: Looking like a plane (Jerry Dotson)
7. 06:29 AM - Re: Looking like a plane (Dangerous Dave)
8. 06:50 AM - Gene's progress and mine (Douwe Blumberg)
9. 07:03 AM - Re: V-Stab Fittings (Jack Phillips)
10. 07:44 AM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (Jack Phillips)
11. 08:27 AM - LeBlond 60 hp radial for sale (Ken Chambers)
12. 09:25 AM - Douwe and Gene's Home Stretch in Accomplishing the Big Kielbasa ! (Cuy, Michael D. (GRC-RXD0)[ASRC AEROSPACE CORP])
13. 09:37 AM - Re: Douwe and Gene's Home Stretch in Accomplishing the Big Kielbasa ! (Ryan Mueller)
14. 09:38 AM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (Michael Perez)
15. 10:16 AM - Re: Re: Gene's progress and mine (Jack)
16. 10:57 AM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (kevinpurtee)
17. 12:51 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (Bill Church)
18. 01:01 PM - Re: Re: Gene's progress and mine (Scott Knowlton)
19. 01:14 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (Bill Church)
20. 04:38 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (airlion)
21. 05:23 PM - Gene's and Douwe's progress (helspersew@aol.com)
22. 05:24 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (gboothe5@comcast.net)
23. 05:57 PM - Ford A engine mount springs (Brett Phillips)
24. 06:10 PM - Re: Ford A engine mount springs (Brett Phillips)
25. 06:23 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (K5YAC)
26. 06:26 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (Jack Phillips)
27. 06:37 PM - Re: Gene's and Douwe's progress (Jack Phillips)
28. 07:06 PM - Friday's list (Lawrence Williams)
29. 07:54 PM - SnF (Dick N)
30. 08:24 PM - Re: SnF (Gene Rambo)
31. 08:59 PM - Re: Gene's progress and mine (kevinpurtee)
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Gene, great progress! My best guess is over 500 days to go :-(. I am
trying to work on the Gal daily.
Jack
DSM
Do not archive
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From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Gene Rambo
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 8:45 PM
Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
I also got my spring from John Deere, $19 as advertised.
I was talking with someone on here (Douwe) who shall go unnamed (Douwe) and
was chastised for beating the lawyer thing to death (Douwe). I promised to
change over to progress reports. Since someone on here just published the
number of days until Brodhead (damn you) the pressure is now on. NOW I am
going to make everyone wish I was back on the legal profession.
I am going to fly my airplane to Brodhead or die trying (not in the flight,
but in the hangar). As it stands with, what, 138 days to go, here is where
I stand:
Wing is covered and 2/3 of ribs are stitched before it got too cold in the
hangar. Need to finish stitching, put on all tapes, and paint. All tapes
and paint (dope) on hand.
All tail surfaces and ailerons are covered and stitched. Need to put on all
tapes and paint. All tape and paint (dope) on hand.
Fuselage is ready to cover, but with a million small projects to finish
which can all be done after cover, such as: seat cushions, coaming padding,
windshields, finish tailskid, fuel lines, etc.
Engine, magneto, and carburetor are overhauled. Million small projects to
finish on engine, though, such as: external oil lines, water lines to
radiator, valve chamber cover (material on hand) spark plug wires (material
on hand), exhaust pipes (material on hand), carb heat muff, etc.
Cloudcars scimitar prop is ready to go. It's real, and it is magnificent!!
(to quote a line from Seinfeld)
Yesterday I made cardboard patterns for all cockpit sheet metal, cut it out
of aluminum, slip rolled it to shape, and ran a double bead along the bottom
on the sides. Needs final trimming and holes cut for roll wires and fuel
line. I also tack-welded the fuel tank (a friend who can heliarc did).
Once it is test fit, it can be finish welded and painted.
Engione cowling cannot be made until the engine is mounted. I made the
cockpit metal in a day, I think I can the engine cowl in not too much
longer.
I will take any and all criticism, encouragement, and assistance I can get
in the upcoming months.
Gene Rambo
NX898H
> From: pietflyr@bellsouth.net
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:59:58 -0500
>
<pietflyr@bellsouth.net>
>
> I did it and used a spring from McMaster-Carr. Don't remember the part
> number, but you can order it online fromtheir website. Just figure out
what
> size you need to get close to the plans. Others have used springs from
John
> Deere.
>
> Jack Phillips
> NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
> Raleigh, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Charles
> Campbell
> Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 5:31 PM
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
> <cncampbell@windstream.net>
>
> I just noticed in Chris' post that Don Emoch's Piet uses the tailwheel
> arrangement according to the plans. Anyone else out there who used that
> same arrangement (Tailwheel fork with a coil spring) I need to know what
> spring is used and where I can get one. Chuck
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chris" <catdesigns@att.net>
> To: <pietenpol-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:22 PM
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
>
> >
> > Is Frank Pavliga's plane high enough time for you?
> >
> >
>
http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Frank%20Pavliga/images/Brodhead__20070720_10
> > 4.JPG
> >
> > How about Don Emoch's
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Don%20Emch/Brodhead__20070720_152.JPG
> >
> > Tim Mickel's
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Tim%20Mickel/images/IMG_3926.JPG
> >
> > And for you corvair guys, don't worry while your gliding back to the
> > ground
> > it works here too
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Brown%20Aero/images/p1010002.jpg
> >
> >
> > I think it will be fine and I am doing mine this way too.
> >
> > Chris
> > Sacramento, Ca
> > Westcoastpiet.com
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Gboothe5
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 5:39 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> >
> > Jack,
> >
> > Mines the same way. I did not respond as it isn't flight tested...was
> > hoping
> > one of those hi-time Piet pilots would answer you...
> >
> > Gary
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jack
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 4:56 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> >
> > Looks like it's just you and me Jim, hope it's ok!
> > Jack
> > DSM
> > Do not archive
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim
Markle
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 12:57 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > --> <jim_markle@mindspring.com>
> >
> > I sure hope everyone's answer to this is yes, this is how I'm doing
them.
> > Deburring/chamfering the holes a bit first of course.
> >
> > jm
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> >
> > From: Jack
> >
> > Sent: Mar 9, 2011 12:21 PM
> >
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> >
> > Subject: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > When you attach the 2 tail brace cables to the top v-stab bracket, is it
> > acceptable to just use a thimble?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Jack
> >
> > DSM
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Subject: | Looking like a plane |
Howdy,down to the engine mount and cowling,dave
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Covering Piet
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Subject: | Re: Looking like a plane |
sorry heres a resized one
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Covering Piet
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Subject: | Re: V-Stab Fittings |
Wish I were that far along. I won't make it this year -- hope to live
to see 2012 in good enough health to fly to Brodhead. Chuck
Do not archive!
----- Original Message -----
From: Gene Rambo
To: pietenpol-list
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 9:44 PM
Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
I also got my spring from John Deere, $19 as advertised.
I was talking with someone on here (Douwe) who shall go unnamed
(Douwe) and was chastised for beating the lawyer thing to death (Douwe).
I promised to change over to progress reports. Since someone on here
just published the number of days until Brodhead (damn you) the pressure
is now on. NOW I am going to make everyone wish I was back on the legal
profession.
I am going to fly my airplane to Brodhead or die trying (not in the
flight, but in the hangar). As it stands with, what, 138 days to go,
here is where I stand:
Wing is covered and 2/3 of ribs are stitched before it got too cold in
the hangar. Need to finish stitching, put on all tapes, and paint. All
tapes and paint (dope) on hand.
All tail surfaces and ailerons are covered and stitched. Need to put
on all tapes and paint. All tape and paint (dope) on hand.
Fuselage is ready to cover, but with a million small projects to
finish which can all be done after cover, such as: seat cushions,
coaming padding, windshields, finish tailskid, fuel lines, etc.
Engine, magneto, and carburetor are overhauled. Million small
projects to finish on engine, though, such as: external oil lines, water
lines to radiator, valve chamber cover (material on hand) spark plug
wires (material on hand), exhaust pipes (material on hand), carb heat
muff, etc.
Cloudcars scimitar prop is ready to go. It's real, and it is
magnificent!! (to quote a line from Seinfeld)
Yesterday I made cardboard patterns for all cockpit sheet metal, cut
it out of aluminum, slip rolled it to shape, and ran a double bead along
the bottom on the sides. Needs final trimming and holes cut for roll
wires and fuel line. I also tack-welded the fuel tank (a friend who can
heliarc did). Once it is test fit, it can be finish welded and painted.
Engione cowling cannot be made until the engine is mounted. I made
the cockpit metal in a day, I think I can the engine cowl in not too
much longer.
I will take any and all criticism, encouragement, and assistance I can
get in the upcoming months.
Gene Rambo
NX898H
> From: pietflyr@bellsouth.net
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:59:58 -0500
>
<pietflyr@bellsouth.net>
>
> I did it and used a spring from McMaster-Carr. Don't remember the
part
> number, but you can order it online fromtheir website. Just figure
out what
> size you need to get close to the plans. Others have used springs
from John
> Deere.
>
> Jack Phillips
> NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
> Raleigh, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Charles
> Campbell
> Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 5:31 PM
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
> <cncampbell@windstream.net>
>
> I just noticed in Chris' post that Don Emoch's Piet uses the
tailwheel
> arrangement according to the plans. Anyone else out there who used
that
> same arrangement (Tailwheel fork with a coil spring) I need to know
what
> spring is used and where I can get one. Chuck
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chris" <catdesigns@att.net>
> To: <pietenpol-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:22 PM
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
>
> >
> > Is Frank Pavliga's plane high enough time for you?
> >
> >
>
http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Frank%20Pavliga/images/Brodhead__20070720
_10
> > 4.JPG
> >
> > How about Don Emoch's
> >
> >
http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Don%20Emch/Brodhead__20070720_152.JPG
> >
> > Tim Mickel's
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Tim%20Mickel/images/IMG_3926.JPG
> >
> > And for you corvair guys, don't worry while your gliding back to
the
> > ground
> > it works here too
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Brown%20Aero/images/p1010002.jpg
> >
> >
> > I think it will be fine and I am doing mine this way too.
> >
> > Chris
> > Sacramento, Ca
> > Westcoastpiet.com
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Gboothe5
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 5:39 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
<gboothe5@comcast.net>
> >
> > Jack,
> >
> > Mines the same way. I did not respond as it isn't flight
tested...was
> > hoping
> > one of those hi-time Piet pilots would answer you...
> >
> > Gary
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Jack
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 4:56 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> >
> > Looks like it's just you and me Jim, hope it's ok!
> > Jack
> > DSM
> > Do not archive
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
Jim Markle
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 12:57 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > --> <jim_markle@mindspring.com>
> >
> > I sure hope everyone's answer to this is yes, this is how I'm
doing them.
> > Deburring/chamfering the holes a bit first of course.
> >
> > jm
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> >
> > From: Jack
> >
> > Sent: Mar 9, 2011 12:21 PM
> >
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> >
> > Subject: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > When you attach the 2 tail brace cables to the top v-stab bracket,
is it
> > acceptable to just use a thimble?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Jack
> >
> > DSM
> >
> >
> >
> >
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Subject: | Re: MGL Electronic Tach |
I looked at that setup when I figured out how long the tach cable needed
to be for a Pietenpol. It was still cheaper to just special order the
cable than to go with a whole new setup, and the mechanical tach doesn't
require any electricity or have the possibility of opening up your
p-lead circuit. I lost the tach in flight on my old Baby Ace once, and
it really is a lot harder to fly without it.
Ben Charvet
On 3/10/2011 11:20 AM, Gordon Bowen wrote:
> Group,
> My old Lyco 0-235 tach cable began to turn in the gear case drive,
> thus not turning the tach. Because it was a non-standard length Spruce
> wanted a small fortune for a new tach inter-cable. Two points, flying
> without a tach working properly, is darn hard. I did not realize how
> dependent I had become on looking down at the tach while setting up
> for a landings. It's naturally possible to do, establish a 60 kt, 500
> ft'/min glide, but a heck a lot easier with a tach. Second point, I'm
> gonna install a MGL Velocity RPM tach from Air Spruce. This tach
> picks up the signal from the P lead on the mag. Question, anyone out
> there had any experience with this instrument? If so, anything second
> thoughts or suggestions to keep from frying it, etc.? The
> installation stuff suggests a 10K ohm resistor between the P lead and
> the Tach feed, has this proven enough?
> Thanks
> Gordon Bowen
> Anthem AZ
> Quasi-Piete N-1033B
> 694 hrs and counting
> *
>
>
> *
--
Ben Charvet, PharmD
Staff Pharmacist
Parrish Medical center
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Subject: | Re: Looking like a plane |
Looking good man. What engine are you going to use?
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Jerry Dotson
59 Daniel Johnson Rd
Baker, FL 32531
Started building NX510JD July, 2009
wing, tailfeathers done, fuselage rolling
using Lycoming O-235
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Subject: | Re: Looking like a plane |
using a lycoming O 235 125hp
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Covering Piet
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Subject: | Gene's progress and mine |
Gene, love reading about your progress, I feel the same way right now about
the millions of details before she's finished. I, for one, am just trying
to "touch the project every day" without thinking about Brodhead too much.
I too have used your "barebones" photo (not you, your plane) for my
screensaver and am completely confident she'll be a magnificent flying
machine, especially with that paint job someone (Dan Helsper) stole from you
(just kidding Dan!)
If you make it this year, great, if next year. great also, plus you'll have
more time to work any bugs out before a big cross country.
I have been working away on the new engine installation. It's surprising
what a big deal a changeover is, especially as this new one will have a
small electrical system. New engine controls and instruments to mount in
what I intended to be a super clean and simple cockpit, so I'm trying to
find places to "hide" things yet keeping them handy.
The engine is off being rebuilt and converted from an 0200 to a C90 while I
do the wiring and plumbing. The new cowling is about 75% done. Installing
cool louvers, sanding, etc, etc, etc.
New gear is pretty much finished. Am using 28X3 smooth clinchers with
covered wheels. Just mounted them and they look pretty darn sweet.
So, gotta finish all that, varnish new holes, secure all new additions,
paint little brackets etc and then cover the fuse and empennage.
Oh yeah, and finish enlarging my wing tank to accommodate the thirstier new
engine (the jobs really never do seem to end)
ALL YOU BUILDERS OUT THERE, KEEP AT IT, TRY TO TOUCH IT EVERY DAY, LOOK AT
THE PROJECT AS A BUNCH OF LITTLE PROJECTS AND ENJOY COMPLETING EACH ONE.
DON'T WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT DEADLINES, JUST KEEP BUILDING AND DON'T STOP AND
ONE DAY SHE'LL BE DONE AND YOUR "TO DO" LIST WILL BE COMPLETELY CHECKED OFF.
Douwe
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Gene,
I can probably come up sometime in the last week or two of April to help
with whatever task you are on at the time. All it will take is another ride
in the TravelAir. I have a vested interest in having you fly it to Brodhead
this summer because I told Karen that I would fly mine with you in formation
whenever you fly it up for the first time. Otherwise, she is expecting me
to take the RV-4 to Brodhead and Oshkosh (it costs about half as much to fly
the RV-4 to Brodhead as it does to fly the Pietenpol).
There is another Virginia Pietenpol nearing completion up near Lexington. I
haven't heard much from Matt Paxton lately, but he's got to be getting close
to making his first flight.
Jack Phillips
NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
Raleigh, NC
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From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Gene Rambo
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 9:45 PM
Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
I also got my spring from John Deere, $19 as advertised.
I was talking with someone on here (Douwe) who shall go unnamed (Douwe) and
was chastised for beating the lawyer thing to death (Douwe). I promised to
change over to progress reports. Since someone on here just published the
number of days until Brodhead (damn you) the pressure is now on. NOW I am
going to make everyone wish I was back on the legal profession.
I am going to fly my airplane to Brodhead or die trying (not in the flight,
but in the hangar). As it stands with, what, 138 days to go, here is where
I stand:
Wing is covered and 2/3 of ribs are stitched before it got too cold in the
hangar. Need to finish stitching, put on all tapes, and paint. All tapes
and paint (dope) on hand.
All tail surfaces and ailerons are covered and stitched. Need to put on all
tapes and paint. All tape and paint (dope) on hand.
Fuselage is ready to cover, but with a million small projects to finish
which can all be done after cover, such as: seat cushions, coaming padding,
windshields, finish tailskid, fuel lines, etc.
Engine, magneto, and carburetor are overhauled. Million small projects to
finish on engine, though, such as: external oil lines, water lines to
radiator, valve chamber cover (material on hand) spark plug wires (material
on hand), exhaust pipes (material on hand), carb heat muff, etc.
Cloudcars scimitar prop is ready to go. It's real, and it is magnificent!!
(to quote a line from Seinfeld)
Yesterday I made cardboard patterns for all cockpit sheet metal, cut it out
of aluminum, slip rolled it to shape, and ran a double bead along the bottom
on the sides. Needs final trimming and holes cut for roll wires and fuel
line. I also tack-welded the fuel tank (a friend who can heliarc did).
Once it is test fit, it can be finish welded and painted.
Engione cowling cannot be made until the engine is mounted. I made the
cockpit metal in a day, I think I can the engine cowl in not too much
longer.
I will take any and all criticism, encouragement, and assistance I can get
in the upcoming months.
Gene Rambo
NX898H
> From: pietflyr@bellsouth.net
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:59:58 -0500
>
<pietflyr@bellsouth.net>
>
> I did it and used a spring from McMaster-Carr. Don't remember the part
> number, but you can order it online fromtheir website. Just figure out
what
> size you need to get close to the plans. Others have used springs from
John
> Deere.
>
> Jack Phillips
> NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
> Raleigh, NC
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Charles
> Campbell
> Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2011 5:31 PM
> To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
> <cncampbell@windstream.net>
>
> I just noticed in Chris' post that Don Emoch's Piet uses the tailwheel
> arrangement according to the plans. Anyone else out there who used that
> same arrangement (Tailwheel fork with a coil spring) I need to know what
> spring is used and where I can get one. Chuck
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chris" <catdesigns@att.net>
> To: <pietenpol-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:22 PM
> Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
>
>
> >
> > Is Frank Pavliga's plane high enough time for you?
> >
> >
>
http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Frank%20Pavliga/images/Brodhead__20070720_10
> > 4.JPG
> >
> > How about Don Emoch's
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Don%20Emch/Brodhead__20070720_152.JPG
> >
> > Tim Mickel's
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Tim%20Mickel/images/IMG_3926.JPG
> >
> > And for you corvair guys, don't worry while your gliding back to the
> > ground
> > it works here too
> >
> > http://westcoastpiet.com/images/Brown%20Aero/images/p1010002.jpg
> >
> >
> > I think it will be fine and I am doing mine this way too.
> >
> > Chris
> > Sacramento, Ca
> > Westcoastpiet.com
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Gboothe5
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 5:39 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> >
> > Jack,
> >
> > Mines the same way. I did not respond as it isn't flight tested...was
> > hoping
> > one of those hi-time Piet pilots would answer you...
> >
> > Gary
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jack
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 4:56 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: RE: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> >
> > Looks like it's just you and me Jim, hope it's ok!
> > Jack
> > DSM
> > Do not archive
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
> > [mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jim
Markle
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2011 12:57 PM
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> > Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > --> <jim_markle@mindspring.com>
> >
> > I sure hope everyone's answer to this is yes, this is how I'm doing
them.
> > Deburring/chamfering the holes a bit first of course.
> >
> > jm
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> >
> > From: Jack
> >
> > Sent: Mar 9, 2011 12:21 PM
> >
> > To: pietenpol-list@matronics.com
> >
> > Subject: Pietenpol-List: V-Stab Fittings
> >
> > When you attach the 2 tail brace cables to the top v-stab bracket, is it
> > acceptable to just use a thimble?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Jack
> >
> > DSM
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
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>
>
>
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Subject: | Gene's progress and mine |
Douwe, just a word of appreciation and congratulations on your project. I
know what you've had to go through, better than most. When I had a forced
landing in my Pietenpol just a few weeks after its first flight and was
faced with 8 months of repairs before flying it again I almost sold the pile
of scrap and gave up. Building the Pietenpol was fun, rebuilding it was no
fun at all, and a lot of unpleasant work. You never even got to fly your
airplane (I had nearly 7 hours on mine when I tore it up), so you don't even
know what it feels like to fly something you built yourself.
Keep at it - you're almost there. And you will be prouder than ever of the
results. You have demonstrated just what kind of drive and determination
you possess. And you should be very proud.
Jack Phillips
NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
Raleigh, NC
_____
From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Douwe
Blumberg
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 9:48 AM
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Gene, love reading about your progress, I feel the same way right now about
the millions of details before she's finished. I, for one, am just trying
to "touch the project every day" without thinking about Brodhead too much.
I too have used your "barebones" photo (not you, your plane) for my
screensaver and am completely confident she'll be a magnificent flying
machine, especially with that paint job someone (Dan Helsper) stole from you
(just kidding Dan!)
If you make it this year, great, if next year. great also, plus you'll have
more time to work any bugs out before a big cross country.
I have been working away on the new engine installation. It's surprising
what a big deal a changeover is, especially as this new one will have a
small electrical system. New engine controls and instruments to mount in
what I intended to be a super clean and simple cockpit, so I'm trying to
find places to "hide" things yet keeping them handy.
The engine is off being rebuilt and converted from an 0200 to a C90 while I
do the wiring and plumbing. The new cowling is about 75% done. Installing
cool louvers, sanding, etc, etc, etc.
New gear is pretty much finished. Am using 28X3 smooth clinchers with
covered wheels. Just mounted them and they look pretty darn sweet.
So, gotta finish all that, varnish new holes, secure all new additions,
paint little brackets etc and then cover the fuse and empennage.
Oh yeah, and finish enlarging my wing tank to accommodate the thirstier new
engine (the jobs really never do seem to end)
ALL YOU BUILDERS OUT THERE, KEEP AT IT, TRY TO TOUCH IT EVERY DAY, LOOK AT
THE PROJECT AS A BUNCH OF LITTLE PROJECTS AND ENJOY COMPLETING EACH ONE.
DON'T WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT DEADLINES, JUST KEEP BUILDING AND DON'T STOP AND
ONE DAY SHE'LL BE DONE AND YOUR "TO DO" LIST WILL BE COMPLETELY CHECKED OFF.
Douwe
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Subject: | LeBlond 60 hp radial for sale |
http://www.trade-a-plane.com/detail/1204148.html
Might make a good Piet engine
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Subject: | Douwe and Gene's Home Stretch in Accomplishing the Big |
Kielbasa !
It really is GREAT to read of how close we are to having TWO BRAND NEW Piet
epols so close to coming off the assembly line in reading the progress
reports of Douwe and Gene Rambo's progress.
I recall the excitement last year and chatter that spread like WILDFIRE amo
ng the Saturday crowd on that sunny Saturday last year at Brodhead when we
heard
Dan Helsper's sweet-sounding Ford A engine coming toward the field from the
east and then seeing his gorgeous yellow and black Pietenpol fly overhead
was
enough to give you the chills !
For all of those late nights alone, cut fingers, hot metal pieces that burn
ed your hands....for all of that T-88 that got in your hair, on your shirts
and jeans...for all
of the coughing you did after sanding a piece of wood to make it fit just r
ight or look so nice....for all of those little details that you agonized o
ver but slowly
fell into place with perseverance, willpower, and discipline......and mostl
y for the PASSIONATE attitude you have to have to FINISH one of these plans
-built
homebuilts I commend you with the utmost regard and respect for keeping wit
h it year after year after year and NOT giving up. NOT saying screw it.
For NOT
letting those depressing events and failures along the way keep you from fi
nishing it or putting it up for sale on Barnstormers for there is only ONE
thing BETTER
than building and finishing your Pietenpol and that is flying it and flying
it to BRODHEAD is one of the cr=E8me de la cr=E8me of life's experiences
and blessings.
Like John Hofmann says about the lines in The Great Waldo Pepper: there is
a line in that movie for every facet of life and in this case I'm going to
quote the
CAA Inspector Newt talking with Axel and Waldo the night before the filming
of the big dogfight movie scene "I don't know about you guys, but I woul
dn't miss it
for the world."
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Subject: | Re: Douwe and Gene's Home Stretch in Accomplishing the |
Big Kielbasa !
I wish the video had come out better, but it's still pretty cool! A special
day indeed. :P
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHheb54LX9s
Hey NEWT! <hiccup>
Ryan
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHheb54LX9s>
On Fri, Mar 11, 2011 at 11:22 AM, Cuy, Michael D. (GRC-RXD0)[ASRC AEROSPACE
CORP] <michael.d.cuy@nasa.gov> wrote:
>
>
> It really is GREAT to read of how close we are to having TWO BRAND NEW
> Pietepols so close to coming off the assembly line in reading the progres
s
>
> reports of Douwe and Gene Rambo=92s progress.
>
>
> I recall the excitement last year and chatter that spread like WILDFIRE
> among the Saturday crowd on that sunny Saturday last year at Brodhead whe
n
> we heard
>
> Dan Helsper=92s sweet-sounding Ford A engine coming toward the field from
the
> east and then seeing his gorgeous yellow and black Pietenpol fly overhead
> was
>
> enough to give you the chills !
>
>
> For all of those late nights alone, cut fingers, hot metal pieces that
> burned your hands=85.for all of that T-88 that got in your hair, on your
> shirts and jeans=85for all
>
> of the coughing you did after sanding a piece of wood to make it fit just
> right or look so nice=85.for all of those little details that you agonize
d
> over but slowly
>
> fell into place with perseverance, willpower, and discipline=85=85and mos
tly
> for the PASSIONATE attitude you have to have to FINISH one of these
> plans-built
>
> homebuilts I commend you with the utmost regard and respect for keeping
> with it year after year after year and NOT giving up. NOT saying screw
> it. For NOT
>
> letting those depressing events and failures along the way keep you from
> finishing it or putting it up for sale on Barnstormers for there is only
ONE
> thing BETTER
>
> than building and finishing your Pietenpol and that is flying it and flyi
ng
> it to BRODHEAD is one of the cr=E8me de la cr=E8me of life=92s experienc
es and
> blessings.
>
>
> Like John Hofmann says about the lines in The Great Waldo Pepper: there
is
> a line in that movie for every facet of life and in this case I=92m going
to
> quote the
>
> CAA Inspector Newt talking with Axel and Waldo the night before the filmi
ng
> of the big dogfight movie scene =93I don=92t know about you guys, but I
> wouldn=92t miss it
>
> for the world.=94
>
>
> [image: http://www.wearysloth.com/Gallery/ActorsL/10294-7690.jpg]
>
>
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
What is involved with converting an O-200 to a C-90 and why would you elect to
do so? Sounds interesting.
Michael Perez
Karetaker Aero
www.karetakeraero.com
The engine is off being rebuilt and converted from an 0200
to a C90
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Subject: | Gene's progress and mine |
What Jack and Mike said!
Couldn't do any better.
Jack
DSM
Do not archive
_____
From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jack
Phillips
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 9:22 AM
Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Douwe, just a word of appreciation and congratulations on your project. I
know what you've had to go through, better than most. When I had a forced
landing in my Pietenpol just a few weeks after its first flight and was
faced with 8 months of repairs before flying it again I almost sold the pile
of scrap and gave up. Building the Pietenpol was fun, rebuilding it was no
fun at all, and a lot of unpleasant work. You never even got to fly your
airplane (I had nearly 7 hours on mine when I tore it up), so you don't even
know what it feels like to fly something you built yourself.
Keep at it - you're almost there. And you will be prouder than ever of the
results. You have demonstrated just what kind of drive and determination
you possess. And you should be very proud.
Jack Phillips
NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
Raleigh, NC
_____
From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Douwe
Blumberg
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 9:48 AM
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Gene, love reading about your progress, I feel the same way right now about
the millions of details before she's finished. I, for one, am just trying
to "touch the project every day" without thinking about Brodhead too much.
I too have used your "barebones" photo (not you, your plane) for my
screensaver and am completely confident she'll be a magnificent flying
machine, especially with that paint job someone (Dan Helsper) stole from you
(just kidding Dan!)
If you make it this year, great, if next year. great also, plus you'll have
more time to work any bugs out before a big cross country.
I have been working away on the new engine installation. It's surprising
what a big deal a changeover is, especially as this new one will have a
small electrical system. New engine controls and instruments to mount in
what I intended to be a super clean and simple cockpit, so I'm trying to
find places to "hide" things yet keeping them handy.
The engine is off being rebuilt and converted from an 0200 to a C90 while I
do the wiring and plumbing. The new cowling is about 75% done. Installing
cool louvers, sanding, etc, etc, etc.
New gear is pretty much finished. Am using 28X3 smooth clinchers with
covered wheels. Just mounted them and they look pretty darn sweet.
So, gotta finish all that, varnish new holes, secure all new additions,
paint little brackets etc and then cover the fuse and empennage.
Oh yeah, and finish enlarging my wing tank to accommodate the thirstier new
engine (the jobs really never do seem to end)
ALL YOU BUILDERS OUT THERE, KEEP AT IT, TRY TO TOUCH IT EVERY DAY, LOOK AT
THE PROJECT AS A BUNCH OF LITTLE PROJECTS AND ENJOY COMPLETING EACH ONE.
DON'T WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT DEADLINES, JUST KEEP BUILDING AND DON'T STOP AND
ONE DAY SHE'LL BE DONE AND YOUR "TO DO" LIST WILL BE COMPLETELY CHECKED OFF.
Douwe
http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Pietenpol-List
http://forums.matronics.com
http://www.matronics.com/contribution
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If you drive instead of fly we can drink more. I'm just sayin'...
Got any photos, Gene? You do such nice work.
do not archive
--------
Kevin "Axel" Purtee
NX899KP
Austin/Georgetown, TX
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
As builders progress with their projects, and post occasional photos, detailing
their handiwork, there are always a few that stand out because of the fine level
of craftsmanship that is obviously going into the construction. Those are
the projects that I really look forward to seeing in the completed state. And
Gene's and Douwe's planes both fall into that category for me. I am eagerly looking
forward to seeing both of those beauties at Brodhead... whenever they happen
to make it.
Bill C.
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
Ditto on yours too Bill!
Scott Knowlton
-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Church <billspiet@sympatico.ca>
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Gene's progress and mine
As builders progress with their projects, and post occasional photos, detailing
their handiwork, there are always a few that stand out because of the fine level
of craftsmanship that is obviously going into the construction. Those are
the projects that I really look forward to seeing in the completed state. And
Gene's and Douwe's planes both fall into that category for me. I am eagerly looking
forward to seeing both of those beauties at Brodhead... whenever they happen
to make it.
Bill C.
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
Yes, I also really look forward to seeing my OWN plane at Brodhead ... someday.
:)
Thanks for the kind words, Scott.
Bill C.
do not archive
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
Hey Jack, what caused your forced landing. Your crank didn't snap on your 6
5 did =0Ait? He He, Gardiner=0A=0A=0A=0A=0A________________________________
=0AFrom: Jack Phillips <pietflyr@bellsouth.net>=0ATo: pietenpol-list@matron
ics.com=0ASent: Fri, March 11, 2011 10:21:47 AM=0ASubject: RE: Pietenpol-Li
st: Gene's progress and mine=0A=0A =0ADouwe, just a word of appreciation an
d congratulations on your project. I know =0Awhat you=99ve had to go
through, better than most. When I had a forced landing in =0Amy Pietenpol
just a few weeks after its first flight and was faced with 8 months =0Aof
repairs before flying it again I almost sold the pile of scrap and gave up.
=0ABuilding the Pietenpol was fun, rebuilding it was no fun at all, and a
lot of =0Aunpleasant work. You never even got to fly your airplane (I had
nearly 7 hours =0Aon mine when I tore it up), so you don=99t even kn
ow what it feels like to fly =0Asomething you built yourself.=0A =0AKeep at
it =93 you=99re almost there. And you will be prouder than ev
er of the =0Aresults. You have demonstrated just what kind of drive and de
termination you =0Apossess. And you should be very proud.=0A =0AJack Phill
ips=0ANX899JP =9CIcarus Plummet=9D=0ARaleigh, NC=0A =0A=0A____
____________________________=0A =0AFrom:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matroni
cs.com =0A[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of D
ouwe Blumberg=0ASent: Friday, March 11, 2011 9:48 AM=0ATo: pietenpolgroup
=0ASubject: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine=0A =0AGene, love readi
ng about your progress, I feel the same way right now about the =0Amillions
of details before she=99s finished. I, for one, am just trying to
=9Ctouch =0Athe project every day=9D without thinking about Bro
dhead too much. =0A=0A =0AI too have used your =9Cbarebones=9D
photo (not you, your plane) for my screensaver =0Aand am completely confid
ent she=99ll be a magnificent flying machine, especially =0Awith that
paint job someone (Dan Helsper) stole from you (just kidding Dan!) =0A=0A
=0AIf you make it this year, great, if next year great also, plus
you=99ll have more =0Atime to work any bugs out before a big cross c
ountry.=0A =0AI have been working away on the new engine installation. It
=99s surprising what a =0Abig deal a changeover is, especially as thi
s new one will have a small =0Aelectrical system. New engine controls and
instruments to mount in what I =0Aintended to be a super clean and simple c
ockpit, so I=99m trying to find places to =0A=9Chide=9D t
hings yet keeping them handy.=0A =0AThe engine is off being rebuilt and con
verted from an 0200 to a C90 while I do =0Athe wiring and plumbing. The ne
w cowling is about 75% done. Installing cool =0Alouvers, sanding, etc, etc
, etc.=0A =0ANew gear is pretty much finished. Am using 28X3 smooth clinch
ers with covered =0Awheels. Just mounted them and they look pretty darn sw
eet.=0A =0ASo, gotta finish all that, varnish new holes, secure all new add
itions, paint =0Alittle brackets etc and then cover the fuse and empennage.
=0A =0AOh yeah, and finish enlarging my wing tank to accommodate the thirst
ier new =0Aengine (the jobs really never do seem to end)=0A =0AALL YOU BUIL
DERS OUT THERE, KEEP AT IT, TRY TO TOUCH IT EVERY DAY, LOOK AT THE =0APROJE
CT AS A BUNCH OF LITTLE PROJECTS AND ENJOY COMPLETING EACH ONE. DON
=99T =0AWORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT DEADLINES, JUST KEEP BUILDING AND DON=99
T STOP AND ONE DAY =0ASHE=99LL BE DONE AND YOUR =9CTO DO
=9D LIST WILL BE COMPLETELY CHECKED OFF.=0A =0ADouwe =0A =0A =0Ahttp://ww
w.matronics.com/Navigator?Pietenpol-List=0Ahttp://forums.matronics.com=0Aht
==== =0A
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Subject: | Gene's and Douwe's progress |
Hello all you good people!!!!! (and I really mean that)
Yes, it is really good to hear of Douwe and Gene's progress, being so
close to showing-up at Brodhead for the first time. There is nothing
like it for us types.......Thank you to Ryan and Jess Meuller for
recording that arrival. I have watched it about a thousand times!!!
As a matter of fact, Gene called me the other day with a few incidental
questions and requests concerning such mundane things as motor mount
springs, Stewart System glue, and the like,........ but I could tell
the real underlying reason for his call was to try to get me to reveal
some more detailes about my black-and-yellow paint-job. I know
deep-down, he is still sore about the whole thing................He
actually thinks I stole HIS paint job....HA!!!!
Dan Helsper
Puryear, TN.
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Subject: | Ford A engine mount springs |
Dan's message about Gene and Douwe's progress triggered a question. Namely; what
are the Model A folks using for engine mount springs? I know there is a Ford
part number on the drawings, but something tells me that it is only a partial
number. Can anyone suggest a spring that fits and works well? The springs
that came with our ship do not match and have been "clearanced" with a grinder.
That last bit is what really sets me on edge...
Brett Phillips
Strasburg, VA
NX311GP
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Subject: | Re: Ford A engine mount springs |
I should have done some research before posting, it appears that these springs
are a Model T part (shoulda known!). Here's a listing and picture from the Snyders
site:
http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/search.php?q=t-2742&x=0&y=0
Is anyone else using these springs to hold their Ford down?
Brett Phillips
Strasburg, VA
NX311GP
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
Yeah, way to go Gardiner.
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Mark Chouinard
Wings, Center Section and Empannage framed up - Working on Fuselage
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Subject: | Gene's progress and mine |
Nope. Stainless steel wool in the carb heat muff got loose and got
sucked
into the carburetor. It was a cold (29=B0) humid morning, flying over a
lake.
I started getting carb ice and pulled on full carb heat and full
throttle,
trying to keep up with a Husky for a photo shoot. Even a trusty,
reliable
Continental can=92t run with its carburetor throat full of steel wool.
Not my happiest day=85
Jack Phillips
NX899JP =93Icarus Plummet=94
Raleigh, NC
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From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of airlion
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 7:36 PM
Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Hey Jack, what caused your forced landing. Your crank didn't snap on
your 65
did it? He He, Gardiner
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From: Jack Phillips <pietflyr@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Fri, March 11, 2011 10:21:47 AM
Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Douwe, just a word of appreciation and congratulations on your project.
I
know what you=92ve had to go through, better than most. When I had a
forced
landing in my Pietenpol just a few weeks after its first flight and was
faced with 8 months of repairs before flying it again I almost sold the
pile
of scrap and gave up. Building the Pietenpol was fun, rebuilding it was
no
fun at all, and a lot of unpleasant work. You never even got to fly
your
airplane (I had nearly 7 hours on mine when I tore it up), so you
don=92t even
know what it feels like to fly something you built yourself.
Keep at it ' you=92re almost there. And you will be prouder than ever
of the
results. You have demonstrated just what kind of drive and
determination
you possess. And you should be very proud.
Jack Phillips
NX899JP =93Icarus Plummet=94
Raleigh, NC
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From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Douwe
Blumberg
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 9:48 AM
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Gene's progress and mine
Gene, love reading about your progress, I feel the same way right now
about
the millions of details before she=92s finished. I, for one, am just
trying
to =93touch the project every day=94 without thinking about Brodhead too
much.
I too have used your =93barebones=94 photo (not you, your plane) for my
screensaver and am completely confident she=92ll be a magnificent flying
machine, especially with that paint job someone (Dan Helsper) stole from
you
(just kidding Dan!)
If you make it this year, great, if next year=85 great also, plus
you=92ll have
more time to work any bugs out before a big cross country.
I have been working away on the new engine installation. It=92s
surprising
what a big deal a changeover is, especially as this new one will have a
small electrical system. New engine controls and instruments to mount
in
what I intended to be a super clean and simple cockpit, so I=92m trying
to
find places to =93hide=94 things yet keeping them handy.
The engine is off being rebuilt and converted from an 0200 to a C90
while I
do the wiring and plumbing. The new cowling is about 75% done.
Installing
cool louvers, sanding, etc, etc, etc.
New gear is pretty much finished. Am using 28X3 smooth clinchers with
covered wheels. Just mounted them and they look pretty darn sweet.
So, gotta finish all that, varnish new holes, secure all new additions,
paint little brackets etc and then cover the fuse and empennage.
Oh yeah, and finish enlarging my wing tank to accommodate the thirstier
new
engine (the jobs really never do seem to end)
ALL YOU BUILDERS OUT THERE, KEEP AT IT, TRY TO TOUCH IT EVERY DAY, LOOK
AT
THE PROJECT AS A BUNCH OF LITTLE PROJECTS AND ENJOY COMPLETING EACH ONE.
DON=92T WORRY TOO MUCH ABOUT DEADLINES, JUST KEEP BUILDING AND DON=92T
STOP AND
ONE DAY SHE=92LL BE DONE AND YOUR =93TO DO=94 LIST WILL BE COMPLETELY
CHECKED OFF.
Douwe
http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Pietenpol-List
http://forums.matronics.com
http://www.matronics.com/contribution
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Subject: | Gene's and Douwe's progress |
So Dan, are you flying yours up from Tennessee this year?
Jack Phillips
NX899JP "Icarus Plummet"
Raleigh, NC
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From: owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-pietenpol-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
helspersew@aol.com
Sent: Friday, March 11, 2011 8:16 PM
Subject: Pietenpol-List: Gene's and Douwe's progress
Hello all you good people!!!!! (and I really mean that)
Yes, it is really good to hear of Douwe and Gene's progress, being so
close to showing-up at Brodhead for the first time. There is nothing
like it for us types.......Thank you to Ryan and Jess Meuller for
recording that arrival. I have watched it about a thousand times!!!
As a matter of fact, Gene called me the other day with a few incidental
questions and requests concerning such mundane things as motor mount
springs, Stewart System glue, and the like,........ but I could tell
the real underlying reason for his call was to try to get me to reveal
some more detailes about my black-and-yellow paint-job. I know
deep-down, he is still sore about the whole thing................He
actually thinks I stole HIS paint job....HA!!!!
Dan Helsper
Puryear, TN.
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Did anyone else not get the Pietlist on Thursday? I'm still in HI and was
wondering if the tsunami had anything to do with it. It's the first time I
remember having nothing Piet related to read with breakfast. Hope I wasn't
inadvertently unsubscribed. (Maybe I shouldn't put that word in the text??)
Larry W.
do not archive
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Hey all
I have been very busy getting ready for SNF. I have steel fittings from
Chet Peek and a Data plate from Oscar Zuniga plywood from Wicks
Aircraft, wood from Dave Aldrich and a Model A Ford engine from Gene
Rambo. Now we are all going to build a Fuselage which will be a long
model.
For anyone who is planning to build a Piet in the near future and wants
a good start on a project, this fuselage will be FOR SALE at Brodhead.
Stop in at the Wood Workshop. This is a benefit for the Brodhead
Airport new visitors Center.
Also at the Wood Workshop we will again be running Mike Cuys video again
if you want to check that out.
We normally have a great turnout of Piet people, so stop by and check us
out.
Dick N.
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ummmm=2C how about a model A engine mount from me?? Don't know that I have
a spare engine for you. LOL
Gene
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From: horzpool@goldengate.net
Subject: Pietenpol-List: SnF
Hey all
I have been very busy getting ready for SNF. I have steel fittings from Ch
et Peek and a Data plate from Oscar Zuniga plywood from Wicks Aircraft=2C w
ood from Dave Aldrich and a Model A Ford engine from Gene Rambo. Now we ar
e all going to build a Fuselage which will be a long model.
For anyone who is planning to build a Piet in the near future and wants a g
ood start on a project=2C this fuselage will be FOR SALE at Brodhead. Sto
p in at the Wood Workshop. This is a benefit for the Brodhead Airport new
visitors Center.
Also at the Wood Workshop we will again be running Mike Cuys video again if
you want to check that out.
We normally have a great turnout of Piet people=2C so stop by and check us
out.
Dick N.
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Subject: | Re: Gene's progress and mine |
Jack - Not your happiest day but you pulled it off. And because you're a good
guy you shared your experience with me after my landing gear debacle. You also
told me that you rebuilt the airplane, though that process was very unpleasant,
and that you've flown the tar out of it since. Not sure if I thanked you
for your kindness at the time but I really appreciate it.
Kevin
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Kevin "Axel" Purtee
NX899KP
Austin/Georgetown, TX
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