---------------------------------------------------------- Pietenpol-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Sun 06/30/19: 1 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 10:51 PM - Port Charlotte, FL Pietenpol Build (JSeitz) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 10:51:31 PM PST US Subject: Pietenpol-List: Port Charlotte, FL Pietenpol Build From: "JSeitz" 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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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.