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Mon 08/25/03


Total Messages Posted: 34



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     1. 12:19 AM - Re: edge rolling leading edge of elevator (Greg Grigson)
     2. 02:50 AM - Re: edge rolling leading edge of elevator (Ron Walker)
     3. 05:04 AM - Re: edge rolling leading edge of elevator (Wier, Daniel C.)
     4. 08:21 AM - Re: Re:Wing Root Fairing Nutplates (Elsa & Henry)
     5. 09:47 AM - Compressor Noise (Condrey, Bob (US SSA))
     6. 10:44 AM - Landing gear attach brackets RV-8 (Geoff Evans)
     7. 10:56 AM - Re: Compressor Noise (Stein Bruch)
     8. 11:04 AM - Re: Compressor Noise (Brian Denk)
     9. 11:09 AM - Re: Compressor Noise (Brad Benson)
    10. 11:10 AM - Re: Landing gear attach brackets RV-8 (Rob Miller)
    11. 11:38 AM - Re: Compressor Noise (Rob Prior)
    12. 11:58 AM - Re: Compressor Noise (Steven Eberhart)
    13. 12:00 PM - Re: Compressor Noise (Brad Benson)
    14. 12:10 PM - Almost Ready to Build (BBreckenridge@att.net)
    15. 12:14 PM - Re: Compressor Noise (Jim Jewell)
    16. 12:16 PM - Pre punched- gotta love it. (Dana Overall)
    17. 12:40 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (Brian Denk)
    18. 12:51 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (DJB6A@cs.com)
    19. 01:53 PM - Brake Leak (Wheeler North)
    20. 02:08 PM - dead reckoning (Wheeler North)
    21. 02:19 PM - Re: Emergency (Bob)
    22. 02:27 PM - Re: dead reckoning (Brian Denk)
    23. 02:35 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (Bill Dube)
    24. 02:43 PM - Re: dead reckoning (Sam Buchanan)
    25. 02:57 PM - Re: dead reckoning (Kysh)
    26. 03:38 PM - Re: dead reckoning (Clinchy, Dave)
    27. 04:43 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (Bill Dube)
    28. 05:38 PM - corrision (Wheeler North)
    29. 05:56 PM - Re: Pre punched- gotta love it. (Jim Sears)
    30. 06:22 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (Larry Bowen)
    31. 06:48 PM - Cool Tool: For screws in to nut plates  (dag adamson)
    32. 08:09 PM - Re:Cool Tool;for screws into nutplates (Oldsfolks@aol.com)
    33. 08:41 PM - Re: Cool Tool: For screws in to nut plates  (Brett Morawski)
    34. 08:48 PM - Re: Almost Ready to Build (BillDube@killacycle.com)
 
 
 


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    Time: 12:19:43 AM PST US
    From: Greg Grigson <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: edge rolling leading edge of elevator
    --> RV-List message posted by: Greg Grigson <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com> Yep I did. Works great! Greg Honolulu Will & Lynda Allen <linenwool@comcast.net> wrote: --> RV-List message posted by: "Will & Lynda Allen" Has anyone used an edge roller on the leading edge of the elevator or any control surfaces that have the bending aluminum? After rolling the leading edge with the pipe and attaching the clecos, I'm finding that between the clecos the aluminum is lifting slightly and thought this might be fixed by using the edge rolling tool. Thanks, -Will Allen North Bend, WA. RV8 ---------------------------------


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    Time: 02:50:52 AM PST US
    From: "Ron Walker" <ron@walker.net>
    Subject: Re: edge rolling leading edge of elevator
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Ron Walker" <ron@walker.net> Me also ... the leading edges of the elevators and the rudder where it gets rolled with the pipe. A bit of a crease from the edge rolling tool will keep it nice and flush where it meets the opposite side. Looks/works great! Ron ----- Original Message ----- From: "Greg Grigson" <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: RV-List: edge rolling leading edge of elevator > --> RV-List message posted by: Greg Grigson <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com> > > Yep I did. Works great! > > Greg > Honolulu > > Will & Lynda Allen <linenwool@comcast.net> wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: "Will & Lynda Allen" > > > Has anyone used an edge roller on the leading edge of the elevator or any > control surfaces that have the bending aluminum? After rolling the leading > edge with the pipe and attaching the clecos, I'm finding that between the > clecos the aluminum is lifting slightly and thought this might be fixed by > using the edge rolling tool. > > Thanks, > > -Will Allen > North Bend, WA. > RV8 > > > --------------------------------- > >


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    Time: 05:04:34 AM PST US
    Subject: edge rolling leading edge of elevator
    From: "Wier, Daniel C." <daniel@thegreatwhite.net>
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Wier, Daniel C." <daniel@thegreatwhite.net> Can anyone send me a picture of their correctly finished rolled edge from several angles? I do not think mine look right, but they could be. Thanks, Daniel Wier Daniel@TheGreatWhite.net ________________________________ From: Ron Walker [mailto:ron@walker.net]=09 Subject: Re: RV-List: edge rolling leading edge of elevator=09 =09 --> RV-List message posted by: "Ron Walker" <ron@walker.net> Me also ... the leading edges of the elevators and the rudder where it gets rolled with the pipe. A bit of a crease from the edge rolling tool will keep it nice and flush where it meets the opposite side. Looks/works great! Ron ----- Original Message ----- From: "Greg Grigson" <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: RV-List: edge rolling leading edge of elevator > --> RV-List message posted by: Greg Grigson <iflyhawaii2@yahoo.com> > > Yep I did. Works great! > > Greg > Honolulu > > Will & Lynda Allen <linenwool@comcast.net> wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: "Will & Lynda Allen" > > > Has anyone used an edge roller on the leading edge of the elevator or any > control surfaces that have the bending aluminum? After rolling the leading > edge with the pipe and attaching the clecos, I'm finding that between the > clecos the aluminum is lifting slightly and thought this might be fixed by > using the edge rolling tool. > > Thanks, > > -Will Allen > North Bend, WA. > RV8 > > > --------------------------------- > >


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    Time: 08:21:44 AM PST US
    From: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com>
    Subject: Re:Wing Root Fairing Nutplates
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Elsa & Henry" <elsa-henry@darlor-watch.com> Don't know what the -7 plans show, but dwg. 18 for the -6,(6A) shows a 1/2" over-hang of the skin from the in-board rib flange edge. I had put some masking tape along the inside of this over-hang with the edge of the tape about 3/32" away from the flange edge to allow application of a fillet of Proseal along the joint of the flange-to-skin interface (leak precaution). After removing the tape, there really was not enough room on the remaining overhang to dimple it to take the K-1100-8 nutplates. So I extended the overhang with tabs riveted-in at the nutplate locations, wide enough to make a good nutplate installation. This was done after the first wing trial installation on the fuselage when the WRF was trial fitted and the screw locations were finalized. When you come to trim the WRF for a good contour fit to the fuselage side, I found that a 3/16" gap is ideal for the seal that was provided (in my kit, [then, in 1995] ) by Vans. Cheers-----Henry Hore


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    Time: 09:47:30 AM PST US
    Subject: Compressor Noise
    From: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com>
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com> After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient size for the project? Thanks Bob


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    Time: 10:44:48 AM PST US
    From: Geoff Evans <hellothaimassage@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Landing gear attach brackets RV-8
    --> RV-List message posted by: Geoff Evans <hellothaimassage@yahoo.com> Regarding the outboard landing gear attach brackets (U-803s) for an RV-8, drawing 35 says to chamfer the outer corners so they don't interfere with the bottom fuselage skins. It looks like I'll have to grind away quite a bit of the steel in the U-803s in order to get them to fit. Should I worry about removing "too much" steel, or will I be okay if I remove whatever is necessary for the U-803s to nestle up into the bottom corners of the fuselage skins? Additionally, does anyone know why we are to remove metal from the U-803s as opposed to cutting notches in the bottom skins and allowing the corners of the U-803s to protrude slightly? The entire gear leg is sticking out in this location, so the extra 1/4" that the attach bracket would stick out can't really cause any drag issues. Would cutting a small notch in the skins in this location drastically reduce their strength? Thanks. -Geoff RV-8 QB fuselage __________________________________ http://sitebuilder.yahoo.com


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    Time: 10:56:16 AM PST US
    From: "Stein Bruch" <stein@steinair.com>
    Subject: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Stein Bruch" <stein@steinair.com> Hi Bob, You'll be fine as long as you stay away from the "oil-less" direct drive compressors. Most of the belt driven single or double piston units are just fine. They get louder as you get bigger, but my 7.5hp/80gallon/220V Ingersoll Rand is still quieter than a old little craftsman "oiless" piece of crap that I had years ago. I also have a 5hp 2cyl/40 gallon portable in my garage and it's just fine. Mind you it's not silent, but fine without ear protection. Sorry I can't be more specific on brands, but the type is the first big thing! Cheers, Stein Bruch http://www.steinair.com -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of Condrey, Bob (US SSA) Subject: RV-List: Compressor Noise --> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com> After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient size for the project? Thanks Bob


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    Time: 11:04:39 AM PST US
    From: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com> --> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com> > >After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've >decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, >I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions >on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found >anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this >is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of >the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like >is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any >specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient >size for the project? > >Thanks >Bob I have both a Campbell Hausfeld 3hp and a 5hp Craftsman. Both have served me well but the 5 is better for higher volume use, due to it's 30 gallon tank. They make noise, no doubt about that. If noise sensitivity inside your home is an issue, then you can place it outside in a small hut that you make for it, and pipe it inside the garage/shop. This hut can be insulated for noise deadening. It must be ventilated properly though or you'll roast your compressor in no time. You'll be working on sheet metal, and it's not a quiet material. Riveting is usually done in batches only sporadically, and the greatest noise is from drilling, grinding and buffng. I also shut the door to my shop when riveting to keep the neighbors happy. Brian Denk RV8 N94BD RV10 empacone 40051


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    Time: 11:09:48 AM PST US
    From: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com> For my RV6A project, I bought a 25 gallon, "5 hp", oil-lubricated model from Campbell Hausfeld. I've been very happy with it, recognizing that there is no way for it to get 5hp out of a 120volt outlet. I suspect it would be weak at extended painting, but for everything else including priming it has worked fine. I would definately get a oil-lubricated model as they are *much* quieter than the oil free units. That said, they're still loud - just not painfully so :-). Thanks! Brad "Sharpie" Benson RV6AQB underway... "Please buy my software, it's funding my RV6A project!" - http://www.notamd.com *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** On 8/25/2003 at 9:45 AM Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" ><bob.condrey@baesystems.com> > >After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've >decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, >I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions >on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found >anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this >is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of >the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like >is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any >specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient >size for the project? > >Thanks >Bob > >


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    Time: 11:10:01 AM PST US
    From: Rob Miller <rmill2000@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Landing gear attach brackets RV-8
    --> RV-List message posted by: Rob Miller <rmill2000@yahoo.com> Geoff Notch the skins as necessary to make those attachments fit. The whole area is covered by a fairing anyway so rounding-out the skins a little to make the brackets fit will not be a problem. I would advise against removing metal from those brackets--they have to handle quite a load. --- Geoff Evans <hellothaimassage@yahoo.com> wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: Geoff Evans <hellothaimassage@yahoo.com> > > Regarding the outboard landing gear attach brackets (U-803s) for an > RV-8, > drawing 35 says to chamfer the outer corners so they don't interfere > with the > bottom fuselage skins. > > It looks like I'll have to grind away quite a bit of the steel in the > U-803s > in order to get them to fit. Should I worry about removing "too much" > steel, > or will I be okay if I remove whatever is necessary for the U-803s to > nestle > up into the bottom corners of the fuselage skins? > > Additionally, does anyone know why we are to remove metal from the > U-803s as > opposed to cutting notches in the bottom skins and allowing the corners > of > the U-803s to protrude slightly? The entire gear leg is sticking out in > this > location, so the extra 1/4" that the attach bracket would stick out > can't > really cause any drag issues. Would cutting a small notch in the skins > in > this location drastically reduce their strength? > > Thanks. > -Geoff > RV-8 QB fuselage > > __________________________________ > http://sitebuilder.yahoo.com > > > > > > ===== Rob Miller RV-8 N262RM 135 hours Bad Cat Aviation--Toy Airplanes and Unique Pilot Gifts www.badcataviation.com __________________________________ http://sitebuilder.yahoo.com


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    Time: 11:38:16 AM PST US
    From: Rob Prior <rv7@b4.ca>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: Rob Prior <rv7@b4.ca> I bought one of these as well. It came with instructions how to re-wire it for 220V, so if you wanted to you *could* get 5HP out of it. But it seems to work just fine on 120V, with the 2-3HP it's using. I had planned on re-wiring it and connecting it to my (clothes) dryer outlet, as that's a convenient 220V circuit, but I never got around to it and now don't see the need. -Rob Brad Benson wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com> > > > For my RV6A project, I bought a 25 gallon, "5 hp", oil-lubricated model from Campbell Hausfeld. I've been very happy with it, recognizing that there is no way for it to get 5hp out of a 120volt outlet. I suspect it would be weak at extended painting, but for everything else including priming it has worked fine. I would definately get a oil-lubricated model as they are *much* quieter than the oil free units. That said, they're still loud - just not painfully so :-). > > Thanks! > Brad "Sharpie" Benson > RV6AQB underway... > "Please buy my software, it's funding my RV6A project!" - http://www.notamd.com > > *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** > > On 8/25/2003 at 9:45 AM Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: > > >>--> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" >><bob.condrey@baesystems.com> >> >>After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've >>decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, >>I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions >>on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found >>anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this >>is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of >>the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like >>is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any >>specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient >>size for the project? >> >>Thanks >>Bob >> >> > > > > > >


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    Time: 11:58:25 AM PST US
    From: Steven Eberhart <newtech@newtech.com>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: Steven Eberhart <newtech@newtech.com> I looked around at 60 gal tank units at Home Depot. Lowes, Rural King, Tractor Supply and Harbor Freight. Funny thing, they all seem to be made by the same company, just painted different colors. I ended up buying the 220 VAC, 6.5 Hp, 60 Gal. oiled unit from Home Depot. Why? Home Depot sponsors Tony Stewart and my wife likes him. Home Depot also delivered the compressor and all of the wood to build my EAA Chapter 1000 work benches and the H frame used to jig my empennage and wings. My kit was an early RV-7 kit and they still recommended using the H frame. I like the 60 gal tank. The die grinder uses the most air and the compressor will periodically cycle when using it a lot. I also plumbed my shop for overhead air delivery and use the plastic coiled air hoses at each drop. Even went overboard and painted the floor with epoxy paint. Since I only get to use half of the two car garage, I put a large carpet remnant down in the work area. Easier on the feet and the aluminum shavings still vacuum up ok. Harder to find all of the rivets when you spill a bottle of them but worth the effort. If I were to do it again today, I would still do everything exactly the same. Tools I wouldn't part with? I consider my pneumatic rivet squeezer right up there at the top. I don't even own a hand squeezer and only miss not having one when it would be nice to partially squeeze a rived to increase its diameter before inserting into a rivet hole that has been drilled out several times. Just buy a supply of oops rivets from Van and save the money for the hand squeezer. Steve Eberhart RV-7A, working on the second wing panel and saving money for my fuselage kit. Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: > --> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com> > > After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've > decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, > I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions > on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found > anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this > is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of > the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like > is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any > specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient > size for the project? > > Thanks > Bob > > > > > > >


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    Time: 12:00:09 PM PST US
    From: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com> Mine didn't come with any such instructions, but I think I will call CH and see if I can get some. My compressor is almost directly under the panel in the garage, so 220 would be easy to get. Thanks for the tip! Thanks! Brad "Sharpie" Benson RV6AQB underway... "Please buy my software, it's funding my RV6A project!" - http://www.notamd.com *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** On 8/25/2003 at 11:37 AM Rob Prior wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: Rob Prior <rv7@b4.ca> > >I bought one of these as well. It came with instructions how to re-wire >it for 220V, so if you wanted to you *could* get 5HP out of it. But it >seems to work just fine on 120V, with the 2-3HP it's using. I had >planned on re-wiring it and connecting it to my (clothes) dryer outlet, >as that's a convenient 220V circuit, but I never got around to it and >now don't see the need. > >-Rob > >Brad Benson wrote: > >> --> RV-List message posted by: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com> >> >> >> For my RV6A project, I bought a 25 gallon, "5 hp", oil-lubricated model >from Campbell Hausfeld. I've been very happy with it, recognizing that >there is no way for it to get 5hp out of a 120volt outlet. I suspect it >would be weak at extended painting, but for everything else including >priming it has worked fine. I would definately get a oil-lubricated >model as they are *much* quieter than the oil free units. That said, >they're still loud - just not painfully so :-). >> >> Thanks! >> Brad "Sharpie" Benson >> RV6AQB underway... >> "Please buy my software, it's funding my RV6A project!" - >http://www.notamd.com >> >> *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** >> >> On 8/25/2003 at 9:45 AM Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: >> >> >>>--> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" >>><bob.condrey@baesystems.com> >>> >>>After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've >>>decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, >>>I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions >>>on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found >>>anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this >>>is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of >>>the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like >>>is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any >>>specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient >>>size for the project? >>> >>>Thanks >>>Bob >>> >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >


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    Time: 12:10:54 PM PST US
    From: BBreckenridge@att.net
    Subject: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net Listers; As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot system (TruTrak at this point), lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. Question: Are there any flight instruments I should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? Thanks for your input, Bruce Breckenridge Awaiting RV-10 Do Not Archive


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    Time: 12:14:12 PM PST US
    From: "Jim Jewell" <jjewell@telus.net>
    Subject: Re: Compressor Noise
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Jewell" <jjewell@telus.net> Hi Rob, I was told that setting up the old Sears oil type two piston compressor to run with 220 was more efficient, so I did so 20 years ago and it still runs great. It keeps up to my cheapo HVLP spray gun and recovers quite fast when used hard. The unit is livable noise wise. Who knows over the years I might have saved enough on the electric bills to pay for the RV......{P-)! Jim in smoking Kelowna ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rob Prior" <rv7@b4.ca> Subject: Re: RV-List: Compressor Noise > --> RV-List message posted by: Rob Prior <rv7@b4.ca> > > I bought one of these as well. It came with instructions how to re-wire > it for 220V, so if you wanted to you *could* get 5HP out of it. But it > seems to work just fine on 120V, with the 2-3HP it's using. I had > planned on re-wiring it and connecting it to my (clothes) dryer outlet, > as that's a convenient 220V circuit, but I never got around to it and > now don't see the need. > > -Rob > > Brad Benson wrote: > > > --> RV-List message posted by: "Brad Benson" <brad@cds-inc.com> > > > > > > For my RV6A project, I bought a 25 gallon, "5 hp", oil-lubricated model from Campbell Hausfeld. I've been very happy with it, recognizing that there is no way for it to get 5hp out of a 120volt outlet. I suspect it would be weak at extended painting, but for everything else including priming it has worked fine. I would definately get a oil-lubricated model as they are *much* quieter than the oil free units. That said, they're still loud - just not painfully so :-). > > > > Thanks! > > Brad "Sharpie" Benson > > RV6AQB underway... > > "Please buy my software, it's funding my RV6A project!" - http://www.notamd.com > > > > *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** > > > > On 8/25/2003 at 9:45 AM Condrey, Bob (US SSA) wrote: > > > > > >>--> RV-List message posted by: "Condrey, Bob (US SSA)" > >><bob.condrey@baesystems.com> > >> > >>After a lot of lurking and consideration of different planes I've > >>decided to take the plunge for an RV-10. While waiting on the emp kit, > >>I now need to start equipping the shop. I've seen a lot of discussions > >>on compressors and looked back through the archives but never found > >>anything really definitive that answers my question (maybe because this > >>is subjective?). It appears that size isn't critical given that most of > >>the tools are low air users but bigger is better. What I'd really like > >>is specific recommendations for something that is relatively quiet - any > >>specific make/models that are quieter than others and of a sufficient > >>size for the project? > >> > >>Thanks > >>Bob > >> > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > >


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    Time: 12:16:09 PM PST US
    From: "Dana Overall" <bo124rs@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Pre punched- gotta love it.
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Dana Overall" <bo124rs@hotmail.com> Welp, looking at my canoe and still smiling at just how well all the prepunched stuff went together I got out the ever so incriminating smart level. Remember, these pre punched fuselages get built using three sawhorses and no jigs. Mine is going to fly crooked and sideways...........only because of the pilot!! It's 2/10 of a degree off!! That is without the installation of the aft deck which is used for taking any built in twist out. Just for grins I pulled out the bubble level, knowing the answer beforehand. You can't see 2/10 of a degree with a bubble level. It appears, with a bubble, to be dead nuts straight. Sorry, I just had to make a public................Thanks Van's..................statement. This thing is getting big quick!! Dana Overall Richmond, KY RV-7 slider/fuselage Finish kit ordered!! Buying Instruments. Hangar flying my Dynon!! http://rvflying.tripod.com do not archive Get MSN 8 and enjoy automatic e-mail virus protection.


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    Time: 12:40:00 PM PST US
    From: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com> >--> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net > >Listers; > >As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot system (TruTrak >at this point), >lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. Question: Are >there any flight instruments I >should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? > >Thanks for your input, > >Bruce Breckenridge >Awaiting RV-10 > No. You won't need them for a long time. Brian Denk RV8 N94BD RV10 empacone 40051 Get MSN 8 and enjoy automatic e-mail virus protection.


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    Time: 12:51:42 PM PST US
    From: DJB6A@cs.com
    Subject: Re: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: DJB6A@cs.com You may want to consider getting your TruTrak wing servo installation kit. Although it can be installed later, it is easier to do it before closing the wings. Dave Burnham (N64FN - reserved) RV6A Wiring etc. > >Listers; > > > >As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot system (TruTrak > > >at this point), > >lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. Question: Are > >there any flight instruments I > >should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? > > > >Thanks for your input, > >


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    Time: 01:53:13 PM PST US
    From: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
    Subject: Brake Leak
    --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> Folks, a while ago I posted about a bubble appearing in my right brake system between the copilot and pilot's master cylinders after going upsidedown. Well, a few months ago I finally noticed a small amount of fluid coming from the top of the right brake pilot's master cylinder where the push rod enters into the top bushing. Upon overhauling this I found that the top oring was marred, and the shaft was kind of rough in a few areas. Not specific dings but the finish was marred as if by abrasion. Not sure if this happened during construction or it was delivered this way. I could find no evidence of something causing this as installed. I chucked it up in the lathe and polished it working from 400 grit to 2000 and some rouge. And now the bubble no longer appears after doing aerobatics. So the moral of the story is to go upsidedown every flight to verify that your master cylinders are not at the post airleaking - pre fluidleaking stage. W


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    Time: 02:08:42 PM PST US
    From: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
    Subject: dead reckoning
    --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> Have you ever wondered why they call it "Dead" reckoning. Its seems like "Live" reckoning would provide a much higher level of positive karma on the outcome. do not archive


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    Time: 02:19:06 PM PST US
    From: Bob <panamared2@brier.net>
    Subject: Re: Emergency
    --> RV-List message posted by: Bob <panamared2@brier.net> > >From Previous post: >If my GPS fails . . I'll declare an emergency ??!!!??? > >With all due respect; are you kidding. You do what you need to do to >conclude your flight safely. Knowing your limits shows good judgement and >that is the most important thing. >But I'd suggest you practice without a GPS once in a while. At least I took it as kidding, but the original topic was reliability of this vs that and vacuum vs non vacuum and how could you possibly even remotely consider flying IFR without dual everything and backups for every system. Now with dual alternators, a Blue Mountain EFIS and DYNON EFIS both backed up by a Grand Rapids EFIS,and all three with independent backup batteries, dual independent vacuum sytems, two venturi vacuum systems, four Nav Radios, 3 Com Radios, HSI, Radio Compass, AN Receiver, LORAN, dual ASI, dual altimeter, dual outside temp gauges, triple vacuum gauges and at least one angle of attack indicator of every make and model and THEN YOUR ONLY HANDHELD GPS FAILS! Well then ... you see my point! The irony of the entire message is that you can just about land anywhere go to KMart and buy another handheld GPS, but all that other stuff? Of all the stuff in my airplane, the most reliable thing I have is my handheld GPS! And if it fails, that means that everything else has already gone Tango Uniform and then I will: 1. Declare an emergency 2. Land 3. Buy another GPS! For the humor impaired, and for those who do not also see the irony of the Arnold VS Cruz fight in California, this is.... oh never mind, I've lost you long before this part anyway. Please Do (not that I am boastful) Archive Bob RV6 The Night Fighter


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    Time: 02:27:28 PM PST US
    From: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Re: dead reckoning
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com> >--> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> > >Have you ever wondered why they call it "Dead" reckoning. Its seems like >"Live" reckoning would provide a much higher level of positive karma on the >outcome. > >do not archive My understanding is that the original term is "ded reckoning"....meaning "deduced" reckoning. Then naturally, with aviators being the clever lads they are, it was stretched to "dead"...as in, if you don't get it right, you're dead! Well, maybe not to that drastic extent, but aviator stories and fishing tales are often borne from the same region in the brain. I can dig the karma aspect of it. I try to avoid the term entirely. Freaks people out. Just like the often abused "well, we survived another one" spoken just after landing. Geeze, as if there was any doubt. Brian Denk RV8 N94BD do not archive Get MSN 8 and enjoy automatic e-mail virus protection.


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    Time: 02:35:05 PM PST US
    From: Bill Dube <bdube@al.noaa.gov>
    Subject: Re: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@al.noaa.gov> At 07:10 PM 8/25/2003 +0000, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net > >Listers; > >As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot system >(TruTrak at this point), >lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. Question: Are >there any flight instruments I >should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? they will get. It is a purchase best delayed.


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    Time: 02:43:07 PM PST US
    From: Sam Buchanan <sbuc@hiwaay.net>
    Subject: Re: dead reckoning
    --> RV-List message posted by: Sam Buchanan <sbuc@hiwaay.net> Wheeler North wrote: > > --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> > > Have you ever wondered why they call it "Dead" reckoning. Its seems like > "Live" reckoning would provide a much higher level of positive karma on the > outcome. Do a Google search on "ded reckoning" and you will find some interesting articles telling how "dead reckoning" may be a corruption of the old nautical practice of ded (deduced) reckoning. Seems the technique may have originated with tossing an object into the water to check the speed and direction of the ship. If wind and current was figured into the process, it was ded (deduced) reckoning. If wind and current wasn't part of the solution, it was dead (the object was dead in the water) reckoning. Or somethin' like that............. Navigation by dead reckoning in aviation is via time and distance as opposed to pilotage which uses terrestrial checkpoints. There.........you now know FAR more than you EVER wanted to know about dead reckoning! :-) Sam Buchanan


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    Time: 02:57:05 PM PST US
    From: Kysh <vans-dragon@lapdragon.org>
    Subject: Re: dead reckoning
    --> RV-List message posted by: Kysh <vans-dragon@lapdragon.org> As Wheeler North was saying: > --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> > > Have you ever wondered why they call it "Dead" reckoning. Its seems like > "Live" reckoning would provide a much higher level of positive karma on the > outcome. Thought it was 'ded reckoning'? do not archive -Kysh -- | 'Life begins at 120kias' - http://www.lapdragon.org/flying | | CBR-F4 streetbike - http://www.lapdragon.org/cbr | | 1968 Mustang fastback - http://www.lapdragon.org/mustang | | Got 'nix? - http://www.infrastructure.org/ | | KG6FOB - http://www.lapdragon.org/ham | | Give blood: Play Hockey! http://www.unixdragon.com/ |


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    Time: 03:38:27 PM PST US
    Subject: dead reckoning
    From: "Clinchy, Dave" <clinchd@losrios.edu>
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Clinchy, Dave" <clinchd@losrios.edu> I asked my Dad that once (old Air force pilot) - he said it comes from "deduced reckoning" - chart, ruler, protractor and wizwheel. Dave C Do not archive -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Wheeler North Subject: RV-List: dead reckoning --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> Have you ever wondered why they call it "Dead" reckoning. Its seems like "Live" reckoning would provide a much higher level of positive karma on the outcome. do not archive direct advertising on the Matronics Forums.


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    Time: 04:43:14 PM PST US
    From: Bill Dube <bdube@al.noaa.gov>
    Subject: Re: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: Bill Dube <bdube@al.noaa.gov> At 07:10 PM 8/25/2003 +0000, you wrote: >--> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net > >Listers; > >As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot system >(TruTrak at this point), >lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. Question: Are >there any flight instruments I >should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? The longer you wait, the better and cheaper these instruments will get. Wait until the last minute to buy. The only exception would be the auto-pilot. You would want to buy this when you are working on the wing. >Thanks for your input, > >Bruce Breckenridge >Awaiting RV-10 > >Do Not Archive > >


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    Time: 05:38:28 PM PST US
    From: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us>
    Subject: corrision
    --> RV-List message posted by: Wheeler North <wnorth@sdccd.cc.ca.us> Kinda out of date guys as I'm catching up but, most breeds of aluminum and 1100 series steel aren't that corrosive """compared to many other combinations""". The reference to car engine failures isn't really accurate. The most common failure is not due to corrosion but due to variances in their coefficient of thermal expansion. The head gaskets get scrubbed. Inline engines see it more often on the end cylinders as they are longer. Then exhaust gasses start to errode the aluminum as the joint is failing. Also the coolant becomes very corrosive as the exhaust gasses begin to work on it as well. Now, you want a bad combination mix corrosion resistant steels with aluminum. In boats I've seen aluminum fuel tanks cut in half via corrosion, not abrasion due to wet proximity to SS lines. This is why the SS screw sets they sell for aircraft are nutty. In standard steel the steel will show corrosion by the time the aluminum is also beginning to corrode. SS harware will look just fine when the aluminum skin is dust underneath it. W


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    Time: 05:56:49 PM PST US
    From: "Jim Sears" <sears@searnet.com>
    Subject: Re: Pre punched- gotta love it.
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Sears" <sears@searnet.com> Hell, mine was that good without the aid of prepunched holes. :-) BTW, I'm about to start looking closely at a Dragonfly. Should be interesting. The fella even mentioned my doing some work on it to prep it for flight. It's been flown before; but, it was taken apart to transport to his house not far from me. He has a A but, it has a lot of rust on it. Jim > Welp, looking at my canoe and still smiling at just how well all the > prepunched stuff went together I got out the ever so incriminating smart > level. Remember, these pre punched fuselages get built using three > sawhorses and no jigs. Mine is going to fly crooked and > sideways...........only because of the pilot!! It's 2/10 of a degree off!! > That is without the installation of the aft deck which is used for taking > any built in twist out. Just for grins I pulled out the bubble level, > knowing the answer beforehand. You can't see 2/10 of a degree with a bubble > level. It appears, with a bubble, to be dead nuts straight. > > Sorry, I just had to make a public................Thanks > Van's..................statement. > > This thing is getting big quick!! >


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    Time: 06:22:01 PM PST US
    From: "Larry Bowen" <Larry@bowenaero.com>
    Subject: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Larry Bowen" <Larry@BowenAero.com> No. The technology and your ideas/thought/preferences will change by the time you are ready to populate you panel. Beside, some of them will rot on the shelf if they don't see frequent use. Looking back, it humorous how wilding my 'ideal' panel has changed over the years. My two cents. - Larry Bowen Larry@BowenAero.com http://BowenAero.com 2003 - The year of flight! > -----Original Message----- > From: BBreckenridge@att.net [mailto:BBreckenridge@att.net] > Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 3:10 PM > To: RV-List@matronics.com > Subject: RV-List: Almost Ready to Build > > > --> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net > > Listers; > > As I begin my 1st RV project, I envision using an autopilot > system (TruTrak at this point), > lighting, etc. I plan on building it as an IFR craft. > Question: Are there any flight instruments I > should purchase to have on hand when starting the plane? > > Thanks for your input, > > Bruce Breckenridge > Awaiting RV-10 >


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    Time: 06:48:05 PM PST US
    From: dag adamson <dag_adamson@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Cool Tool: For screws in to nut plates
    --> RV-List message posted by: dag adamson <dag_adamson@yahoo.com> Hello- Just discovered a very cool tool for getting #8 screws in to those zillions of nutplates in the cockpit. I am psyched because I have destroyed a bunch of screw heads over the past year or so and I felt like a girly-man for not being able to turn a #2 Craftsman screw driver to get the screws in. (Despite trying to use oil/wax/ you name it - I was even tempted and wrongfully advised to tap the darn nutplates). Solution: Snap-on Screwdriver ratchet. Its not one of those ratchet handles where you place hex bits - its a ratchet where you can take a regular screwdriver place it through the round hole of the ratchet and can either tighten or flip it over and loosen. It comes with bits although I prefer the a regular screwdriver so I can get to those ever convenient screws that seemingly are right next to outside panels and baggage panels. $25 I also discovered that a good quality Snap-On phillips head screwdriver makes a difference too. $15 The right tool. Priceless. Its the little victories. -Dag ===== ***************** Dag Adamson 617 513 1182 Cambridge, MA Grand Junction, CO ***************** __________________________________ http://sitebuilder.yahoo.com


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    Time: 08:09:36 PM PST US
    From: Oldsfolks@aol.com
    Subject: Re:Cool Tool;for screws into nutplates
    --> RV-List message posted by: Oldsfolks@aol.com I have a hex bit holder which I like to use with my Snap-On 1/4" drive ratchet. The Snap-On ratchet has a flat top so you can put your thumb on to push. I get drywall #2 phillips screwdriver bits at a good building supply place-the small point kind with serrated flutes. Those babies hold to the screw really well. I always tighten screws with the ratchet,NOT my cordless drill. You can also get the bottom wheel fairing screws with the ratchet. Bob Olds A&P , EAA Tech. Counselor RV-4 , N1191X , Flying Now Charleston, Arkansas "Real Aviators Fly Taildraggers"


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    Time: 08:41:05 PM PST US
    From: "Brett Morawski" <brett.morawski@buckeye-express.com>
    Subject: Cool Tool: For screws in to nut plates
    --> RV-List message posted by: "Brett Morawski" <brett.morawski@buckeye-express.com> P/N? (Still working on my emp. but always looking for an excuse to buy a new tool). Brett Morawski Toledo, OH -8(a?) emp. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of dag adamson Subject: RV-List: Cool Tool: For screws in to nut plates --> RV-List message posted by: dag adamson <dag_adamson@yahoo.com> Hello- Just discovered a very cool tool for getting #8 screws in to those zillions of nutplates in the cockpit. I am psyched because I have destroyed a bunch of screw heads over the past year or so and I felt like a girly-man for not being able to turn a #2 Craftsman screw driver to get the screws in. (Despite trying to use oil/wax/ you name it - I was even tempted and wrongfully advised to tap the darn nutplates). Solution: Snap-on Screwdriver ratchet. Its not one of those ratchet handles where you place hex bits - its a ratchet where you can take a regular screwdriver place it through the round hole of the ratchet and can either tighten or flip it over and loosen. It comes with bits although I prefer the a regular screwdriver so I can get to those ever convenient screws that seemingly are right next to outside panels and baggage panels. $25 I also discovered that a good quality Snap-On phillips head screwdriver makes a difference too. $15 The right tool. Priceless. Its the little victories. -Dag ===== ***************** Dag Adamson 617 513 1182 Cambridge, MA Grand Junction, CO ***************** __________________________________ http://sitebuilder.yahoo.com


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    Time: 08:48:35 PM PST US
    From: "BillDube@killacycle.com" <BillDube@killacycle.com>
    Subject: Almost Ready to Build
    --> RV-List message posted by: "BillDube@killacycle.com" <BillDube@killacycle.com> A pair of my LED Position lights are in the air! Bob Gross was one of the first folks to order a kit and is the first one to fly a set of LED position lights. See what a nice job he did building the compact square version of the kit at: <http://www.f1-rocketboy.com/ledlites.html> Bill Dube <LED@Killacycle.com>




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