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Time: 
10:51:31 PM PST US
Subject: 
Port Charlotte, FL Pietenpol Build
From: 
"JSeitz" <Joachimkarlseitz@gmail.com>
      
      
      Hey everyone,
      
      My Piet build has been off and on for a number of years now, but it seems that
      finally, I will be able to continue. As for where I am at now, here it goes:
      
      Rudder/fin - ready for hardware and cover
      Elevators - one ready for hardware and cover, one needs varnish
      Horizontal Stab - Needs final shaping, sanding, and varnish
      Ribs - ready for varnish (got them completed)
      Fuselage - Sides complete, need to be put together
      
      That is my current situation, and I have already made some perhaps odd decisions
      for the future of the build.
      
      I will be using a Ford A for the engine due to classic looks, low cost, and simplicity.
      
      
      I will be using the straight axle landing gear with motorcycle wheels. However
      since I plan on building with the tailskid, I am opting out of brakes. Yes, I
      know this limits me to grass (unless I have decided that life has gotten too boring),
      but I feel that it simplifies the design greatly, saves me a few pounds,
      and I really love that it harkens back to the original Pietenpols.
      
      One interesting thing to note however is that I have a long fuselage and plan on
      using the Model A. I am not particularly concerned about this as on average
      I weigh about 225 and am 6'4" so some extra room is worth it. 
      
      Instrumentation will be minimal, and no electric system. 
      
      Still debating if I want to put in a door. Definitely adding a step though.
      
      I will post pictures as soon as my garage is somewhat presentable. 
      
      Best wishes,
      
      Joachim "Joe" Seitz
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=489941#489941
      
      








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