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1. 06:18 AM - F1 for Sale (N395V)
2. 09:32 AM - Recent post on Rocket list (Dave Lind)
3. 10:05 AM - Re: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? (Richard Riley)
4. 07:31 PM - Re: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? (J Nelson)
5. 07:58 PM - Re: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? (John W. Cox)
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F1 for sale photos and specs at..........
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Milt
N395V
F1 Rocket
www.excaliburaviation.com
Read this topic online here:
http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=94123#94123
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| Subject: | Recent post on Rocket list |
Hi Tim,
I just noticed your comment on the rocket list regarding Rocket vs Long
EZ fun factor. The Harmon is more fun. This is primarily a function
of the increase in the power to weight ratio, increased roll authority,
and control harmony. Additional factors are full stall capability,
and the somewhat intangible but considerable tail wheel attraction (I
learned to fly in a tail dragger and was forever smitten).
But: the efficiency, compound curves and unique appearance of a well
done EZ are unmatched in my judgment. The semi reclining position
(with excellent visibility) is wonderful and enables a person to fly
very long distances in comfort. :-) If I was not fortunate enough
to have enjoyed both, but had to pick one: The Long EZ. Mine forever
changed my life and gave me experiences I will forever cherish.
Stay warm up there,
dave
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| Subject: | Re: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? |
As someone who's owned a 360 Long EZ and a 540 Berkut - the power to
weight and roll rate can be fixed.
However.
An acquaintance of mine at work is thinking about building a
homebuilt. He was leaning toward a fixed gear Lancair Legacy. I'm
urging him towards an RV-8 or F1. My question is - how does the F1
quick build kit compare to the RV quick build?
At 09:31 AM 2/10/2007, you wrote:
>
>
>Hi Tim,
>
>I just noticed your comment on the rocket list regarding Rocket vs
>Long EZ fun factor. The Harmon is more fun. This is primarily a
>function of the increase in the power to weight ratio, increased
>roll authority, and control harmony. Additional factors are full
>stall capability, and the somewhat intangible but considerable tail
>wheel attraction (I learned to fly in a tail dragger and was forever smitten).
>
>But: the efficiency, compound curves and unique appearance of a
>well done EZ are unmatched in my judgment. The semi reclining
>position (with excellent visibility) is wonderful and enables a
>person to fly very long distances in comfort. :-) If I was not
>fortunate enough to have enjoyed both, but had to pick one: The
>Long EZ. Mine forever changed my life and gave me experiences I
>will forever cherish.
>
>Stay warm up there,
>
>dave
>
>
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| Subject: | Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? |
I think you will find the F-1 kit to be of outstanding quality, and the end
product is multiple orders of magnitude better than an RV-8. My un-biased
opinion of course, being an F-1 kit builder and now pilot :)
You get a better engine, the IO-540. A better looking aircraft IMO, and you
get more top speed, shorter take off rolls, faster roll rates, amazing
acceleration, virtually the same fuel flows at the same speeds if you can
get yourself to fly that slow, and a climb rate comparison in public would
simply not be in good taste, so we will not talk about that.
Honestly I would not hesitate to recommend an F-1 kit if it's in your
budget.
Greg Nelson
N144X
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Richard Riley
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 10:05 AM
Subject: Re: Rocket-List: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison?
As someone who's owned a 360 Long EZ and a 540 Berkut - the power to
weight and roll rate can be fixed.
However.
An acquaintance of mine at work is thinking about building a
homebuilt. He was leaning toward a fixed gear Lancair Legacy. I'm
urging him towards an RV-8 or F1. My question is - how does the F1
quick build kit compare to the RV quick build?
At 09:31 AM 2/10/2007, you wrote:
>
>
>Hi Tim,
>
>I just noticed your comment on the rocket list regarding Rocket vs
>Long EZ fun factor. The Harmon is more fun. This is primarily a
>function of the increase in the power to weight ratio, increased
>roll authority, and control harmony. Additional factors are full
>stall capability, and the somewhat intangible but considerable tail
>wheel attraction (I learned to fly in a tail dragger and was forever
smitten).
>
>But: the efficiency, compound curves and unique appearance of a
>well done EZ are unmatched in my judgment. The semi reclining
>position (with excellent visibility) is wonderful and enables a
>person to fly very long distances in comfort. :-) If I was not
>fortunate enough to have enjoyed both, but had to pick one: The
>Long EZ. Mine forever changed my life and gave me experiences I
>will forever cherish.
>
>Stay warm up there,
>
>dave
>
>
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| Subject: | Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison? |
Greg, it was mentioned yesterday that the tail was more stout than a
typical RV kit. What exactly was changed?
John Cox
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of J Nelson
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 7:29 PM
Subject: RE: Rocket-List: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison?
I think you will find the F-1 kit to be of outstanding quality, and the
end
product is multiple orders of magnitude better than an RV-8. My
un-biased
opinion of course, being an F-1 kit builder and now pilot :)
You get a better engine, the IO-540. A better looking aircraft IMO, and
you
get more top speed, shorter take off rolls, faster roll rates, amazing
acceleration, virtually the same fuel flows at the same speeds if you
can
get yourself to fly that slow, and a climb rate comparison in public
would
simply not be in good taste, so we will not talk about that.
Honestly I would not hesitate to recommend an F-1 kit if it's in your
budget.
Greg Nelson
N144X
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rocket-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Richard
Riley
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 10:05 AM
Subject: Re: Rocket-List: Recent post on Rocket list/qb comparison?
As someone who's owned a 360 Long EZ and a 540 Berkut - the power to
weight and roll rate can be fixed.
However.
An acquaintance of mine at work is thinking about building a
homebuilt. He was leaning toward a fixed gear Lancair Legacy. I'm
urging him towards an RV-8 or F1. My question is - how does the F1
quick build kit compare to the RV quick build?
At 09:31 AM 2/10/2007, you wrote:
>
>
>Hi Tim,
>
>I just noticed your comment on the rocket list regarding Rocket vs
>Long EZ fun factor. The Harmon is more fun. This is primarily a
>function of the increase in the power to weight ratio, increased
>roll authority, and control harmony. Additional factors are full
>stall capability, and the somewhat intangible but considerable tail
>wheel attraction (I learned to fly in a tail dragger and was forever
smitten).
>
>But: the efficiency, compound curves and unique appearance of a
>well done EZ are unmatched in my judgment. The semi reclining
>position (with excellent visibility) is wonderful and enables a
>person to fly very long distances in comfort. :-) If I was not
>fortunate enough to have enjoyed both, but had to pick one: The
>Long EZ. Mine forever changed my life and gave me experiences I
>will forever cherish.
>
>Stay warm up there,
>
>dave
>
>
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