---------------------------------------------------------- Pietenpol-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Thu 10/02/14: 8 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 09:29 AM - Corvair College #30 (K5YAC) 2. 09:30 AM - Re: Jiggin and welding LG and wing attach fittings (Catdesigns) 3. 09:38 AM - Re: Corvair College #30 (Cuy, Michael D. (GRC-LME0)[Vantage Partners, LLC]) 4. 10:49 AM - Re: Corvair College #30 (K5YAC) 5. 11:00 AM - Re: Congratulations to Mark Chouinard (K5YAC) 6. 12:53 PM - Re: Jiggin and welding LG and wing attach fittings (bdewenter) 7. 12:59 PM - Re: straight axel landing gear fittings---sketches attached (bdewenter) 8. 02:52 PM - Re: Re: Corvair College #30 (Amsafetyc) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 09:29:34 AM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Corvair College #30 From: "K5YAC" Just wanted to drop by and share a few words about Corvair College #30 that was held recently in Mexico, Missouri. This was my third college, and it was well attended I think there were more than 50 builders on hand in various stages of work. Some with completed engines, others in the disassembly and inspection stage. William and Grace (FlyCorvair), Roy Szarafinski (Roys Garage) and Mark Petniunas (Falcon Machine) were all in attendance, which allowed everyone an opportunity to get one-on-one time with these very skilled and knowledgeable individuals. Lots of work was completed and several engines were run over the three day course, to include my own! A few words about these colleges as I stated, this was my third. I first attended CC#22 in Georgetown, Texas, which was hosted by our very own Kevin Purtee and Shelly Tumino. At that point in my project I did not have my engine available to work on, so I simply showed up with my camera, a note pad and luckily, my coat it suddenly got COLD in Texas. While I may not have turned wrenches on my engine that weekend, the information and confidence I left with were instrumental in motivating me to the next stage of construction. Equally as important were the new friends I met while I asked questions and mingled around the shop. These events are every bit about the camaraderie and building of friendships as they are about the technical aspects and learning about this excellent engine. My next college was CC#28 in San Marcos, Texas also hosted by Kevin and Shelly earlier this year. Another great program that helped many of us get a step closer to completion of our project. I was hoping to run my engine at that event, but weather hampered our plans. None the less, several of us made good progress. On to CC#30 in Mexico, MO I had been looking forward to this event ever since I was driving north in a blizzard from CC#28. I was eager to breathe life into my engine, but not so eager that we would be hasty in our efforts. Finally, the day had come and I was prepared. I could go into great detail about these events, but feel that this writing would get way too long winded. The key points Id like to express about the Corvair option, the colleges and about the people involved are simply this anyone can do this, and do it well. I am not a motor head Ive rebuilt a few small engines growing up, but nothing of this significance. In 2009, I remember talking to William as he instilled confidence in me that I could do this, and that if I got stuck he would be there to help, which he has been. His #1 concern being safety, he insisted that I do things a certain way following the methods that are clearly lined out and explained in his manual. While WW might rub some the wrong way, his approach is always one from the point of safety, and in preserving the reputation of experimental aviation for all concerned. While hes taken a couple of opportunities to make an example of me in front of others, it was always in an effort to teach myself and other builders what not to do, and why. For that, I appreciate his direct approach. The conversion techniques outlined in his manual are very detailed and easy to understand, and the product line has evolved into offerings that will allow any builder a very robust power option. The bottom line is if I can do it, you can too! There are steps along the way that require some attention to detail, but nothing more complicated than the rest of the project you are currently building or considering. Dont let the fear of the unknown hold you back if you are considering the Corvair as an option, get the manual and get started today! A few words about my engine run in a nutshell, it was flawless. Not only did it fire right up, but it ran very smoothly for ~1 hour on the test stand. Oil pressure and temps looked good, with no leaks! I drained the oil after the run and found it to be clean with no particulates. I couldnt be happier, and with the latest advancements, I have complete confidence that my engine will provide excellent performance. Here is a link to one of the test runs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxmRzHaXbsU -------- Mark Chouinard All framed up... working on rigging. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431401#431401 ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 09:30:50 AM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Jiggin and welding LG and wing attach fittings From: "Catdesigns" Bob Even more comments Based on the procedure you outlined I am guessing your planning on making fittings as shown on the wood gear plans ( projecting up through the floor unlike Mikes 3-piece modification). In rereading your procedure I think your fitting will end up being too narrow. Remember where these fittings attach there is the 1x1 spruce lower longeron plus the fuselage side plywood and a plywood doublier on the inside. The width between the inside of the two fittings should be more like 1 inch. However I relooked at the wood gear plans and it does not seem to show welding the inner fitting to the strut attachment fitting. I only see welding between the outer fitting and the strut attachment. You may want to review the need to weld the inner fitting. Chris -------- Chris Sacramento, CA WestCoastPiet.com Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431402#431402 ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 09:38:32 AM PST US From: "Cuy, Michael D. (GRC-LME0)[Vantage Partners, LLC]" Subject: RE: Pietenpol-List: Corvair College #30 Congratulations on running your freshly overhauled engine Mark Chouinard!!! What a great feeling that is knowing you did the overhaul yourself and know every part of that engine. I'm in the MOH process on a spare A- 65 Continental I have in the hangar right now and it is a very satisfying e xperience. Mike C. Ohio ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 10:49:41 AM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Corvair College #30 From: "K5YAC" Thanks, Mike... I actually did have quite a bit of help (machine work, etc.), but I did do a good deal of the assembly myself and have a much better understanding of the overall system than I did before I started. Very rewarding to see it come together and run well. -------- Mark Chouinard All framed up... working on rigging. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431407#431407 ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 11:00:28 AM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Congratulations to Mark Chouinard From: "K5YAC" Thanks Terry. Life is a lot busier than it once was, so I don't get over here much to read up on things. Trying to keep busy in the hangar when I can. Haven't got as much done in the past year as I would have liked to, but definitely have made progress. The engine run was a big deal... now working on the fuel cell and rigging the controls. Anyhow, I'll keep plugging away... it's looking good so far! -------- Mark Chouinard All framed up... working on rigging. Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431409#431409 ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 12:53:48 PM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Jiggin and welding LG and wing attach fittings From: "bdewenter" Scott and Chris, Thank you very much! Bob -------- Bob 'Early Builder' Dewenter Dayton OH Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431412#431412 ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 12:59:01 PM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: straight axel landing gear fittings---sketches attached From: "bdewenter" Mike and Dan Thanks very much. A lot of good ideas in both threads. Bob -------- Bob 'Early Builder' Dewenter Dayton OH Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431413#431413 ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 02:52:06 PM PST US Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Corvair College #30 From: Amsafetyc Mark, Nice job, sounds really good congrats on the build and fire up. Looks like it's not gonna be long now before she's ready to breathe altitude. John Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 2, 2014, at 1:49 PM, "K5YAC" wrote: > > > Thanks, Mike... I actually did have quite a bit of help (machine work, etc.), but I did do a good deal of the assembly myself and have a much better understanding of the overall system than I did before I started. Very rewarding to see it come together and run well. > > -------- > Mark Chouinard > All framed up... working on rigging. > > > > > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=431407#431407 > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Matronics Email List Services ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Post A New Message pietenpol-list@matronics.com UN/SUBSCRIBE http://www.matronics.com/subscription List FAQ http://www.matronics.com/FAQ/Pietenpol-List.htm Web Forum Interface To Lists http://forums.matronics.com Matronics List Wiki http://wiki.matronics.com Full Archive Search Engine http://www.matronics.com/search 7-Day List Browse http://www.matronics.com/browse/pietenpol-list Browse Digests http://www.matronics.com/digest/pietenpol-list Browse Other Lists http://www.matronics.com/browse Live Online Chat! http://www.matronics.com/chat Archive Downloading http://www.matronics.com/archives Photo Share http://www.matronics.com/photoshare Other Email Lists http://www.matronics.com/emaillists Contributions http://www.matronics.com/contribution ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- These Email List Services are sponsored solely by Matronics and through the generous Contributions of its members.