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1. 05:28 AM - F O R S A L E - RV-6 Empennage Kit (Bradley Kidder)
2. 08:39 AM - solo riveting of leading edges (David Fenstermacher)
3. 09:34 AM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Evan and Megan Johnson)
4. 09:38 AM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Richard E. Tasker)
5. 09:39 AM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Kevin Horton)
6. 09:40 AM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Kyle Boatright)
7. 09:44 AM - Predator corvette (Evan and Megan Johnson)
8. 11:05 AM - Re: Predator corvette (Charlie England)
9. 11:40 AM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Bob Collins)
10. 11:40 AM - Re: RV / Long-EZ collision (BBreckenridge@att.net)
11. 11:54 AM - Re: Predator corvette (Brian Denk)
12. 12:38 PM - Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette (rv6n6r@comcast.net)
13. 12:50 PM - Off the list for awhile (HCRV6@aol.com)
14. 01:01 PM - Re: Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette (ogoodwin@comcast.net)
15. 01:40 PM - Re: Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette (Gary Cole)
16. 02:03 PM - Re: Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette (ogoodwin@comcast.net)
17. 02:19 PM - Re: Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette (ogoodwin@comcast.net)
18. 06:03 PM - Nylon Ties (Vic Jacko)
19. 06:07 PM - Primer system (Vic Jacko)
20. 06:29 PM - PSS AOA Flap Position Sensor (Ed OConnor)
21. 06:43 PM - Bending Rivets (alan@reichertech.com)
22. 06:59 PM - Re: solo riveting of leading edges (Brian Huffaker)
23. 07:21 PM - Re: Bending Rivets (JOHN STARN)
24. 07:38 PM - Re: Bending Rivets (Jim Jewell)
25. 08:07 PM - Re: Bending Rivets (David Fenstermacher)
26. 08:32 PM - Re: Bending Rivets (Stein Bruch)
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| Subject: | F O R S A L E - RV-6 Empennage Kit |
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--> RV-List message posted by: Bradley Kidder <sparksnmagic@usa.net>
For Sale:
Pre-drilled RV-6/6A empennage kit. Includes construction manual, preview
plans, and optional electric trim kit.
Some riveting done, perhaps 15%.
Asking price is $950 (paid $1435 7/98).
Absolutely undamaged and safely stored.
Located in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Pictures available.
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| Subject: | solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher" <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
Has anyone been successful in solo riveting the forward most rivets of the leading
edges.
My rivet partner is AWOL (Actually he is TDY for 3 months).
I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy faces".
If so, tips/tricks?
Thanks all,
Dave
David Fenstermacher
dfenstermacher@earthlink.net
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| Subject: | Re: solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Evan and Megan Johnson" <evmeg@snowcrest.net>
I do it every day on the tanks.....a few times on leading edges as well.
Just cleco it together and then stand it up on end with the rib flanges up.
Then you can just set your bucking bar flat on the rib and focus your
attention on the gun. As long as the gun is held straight and you dont
overpower the bucking bar you will be good. Also...try to really feather the
gun up to power slowly...much better control. Short quick blasts of power
will give you more smiles that you care to see.
Good luck..
Evan Johnson
www.evansaviationproducts.com
(530)247-0375
(530)351-1776 cell
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Fenstermacher" <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
Subject: RV-List: solo riveting of leading edges
> --> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher"
<dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
>
> Has anyone been successful in solo riveting the forward most rivets of the
leading edges.
> My rivet partner is AWOL (Actually he is TDY for 3 months).
>
> I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy faces".
> If so, tips/tricks?
>
> Thanks all,
>
> Dave
>
>
> David Fenstermacher
> dfenstermacher@earthlink.net
>
>
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| Subject: | Re: solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Richard E. Tasker" <retasker@optonline.net>
I don't know exactly what rivets you are talking about, but since I have
riveted ALL but a half dozen singlehandedly on my 9A (not quickbuild,
80% done) I guess the answer is yes.
As far as tips, I would need to know what leading edge are you referring to?
Dick Tasker
David Fenstermacher wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher" <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
>
>Has anyone been successful in solo riveting the forward most rivets of the leading
edges.
>My rivet partner is AWOL (Actually he is TDY for 3 months).
>
>I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy faces".
>If so, tips/tricks?
>
>Thanks all,
>
>Dave
>
>
>David Fenstermacher
>dfenstermacher@earthlink.net
>
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| Subject: | Re: solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: Kevin Horton <khorton01@rogers.com>
On 16 Jul 2005, at 11:34, David Fenstermacher wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher"
> <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
>
> Has anyone been successful in solo riveting the forward most rivets
> of the leading edges.
> My rivet partner is AWOL (Actually he is TDY for 3 months).
>
> I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy
> faces".
> If so, tips/tricks?
>
I riveted the leading edge skins to the ribs on my RV-8, without any
help, and the results were pretty close to perfect. You just need to
be careful, be sure the gun is well centered on the rivet, and be
prepared to release the trigger at the first sign that something
isn't right. It wasn't easy though.
I had done most of the riveting to this point by myself, only using a
helper in spots where it simply wasn't possible to reach the gun and
bucking bar at the same time. So I was relatively practised at
riveting solo. If you are not comfortable with solo riveting in
difficult spots, this might not the place to learn.
Kevin Horton RV-8 (finishing kit)
Ottawa, Canada
http://www.kilohotel.com/rv8
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| Subject: | Re: solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Kyle Boatright" <kboatright1@comcast.net>
I did my fuel tanks and leading edges solo, but had a couple of minor
smilies that disappeared during the paint process.
No tips, but I'm sure the swivel head flush rivet set would have helped.
The biggest problem I had was bruising on my upper arm near the armpit,
where it was hitting the tank while I reached in with the the bucking bar.
Amazing how a small impact, multiplied by several hundred times, can give
you quite a brusie.
KB
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Fenstermacher" <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
Subject: RV-List: solo riveting of leading edges
> --> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher"
> <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
>
> Has anyone been successful in solo riveting the forward most rivets of the
> leading edges.
> My rivet partner is AWOL (Actually he is TDY for 3 months).
>
> I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy faces".
> If so, tips/tricks?
>
> Thanks all,
>
> Dave
>
>
> David Fenstermacher
> dfenstermacher@earthlink.net
>
>
>
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| Subject: | Predator corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Evan and Megan Johnson" <evmeg@snowcrest.net>
Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine that was out
there for a while? It was huge amounts of power with a reduction gear....and
air conditioning. He was supposed to be building a firewall forward for the RV
10. Obviously Vans did not approve, but it was intriguing...........Before you
start flaming, I'm not really planning such a thing, but this is experimental
aviation after all. It seemed like a good direction for maybe the guys with
the Stewart mustangs or other such things.
Just curious,
Evan Johnson
www.evansaviationproducts.com
(530)247-0375
(530)351-1776 cell
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| Subject: | Re: Predator corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: Charlie England <ceengland@bellsouth.net>
Evan and Megan Johnson wrote:
>--> RV-List message posted by: "Evan and Megan Johnson" <evmeg@snowcrest.net>
>
>Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine that was out
there for a while? It was huge amounts of power with a reduction gear....and
air conditioning. He was supposed to be building a firewall forward for the RV
10. Obviously Vans did not approve, but it was intriguing...........Before you
start flaming, I'm not really planning such a thing, but this is experimental
aviation after all. It seemed like a good direction for maybe the guys with
the Stewart mustangs or other such things.
>Just curious,
>Evan Johnson
>www.evansaviationproducts.com
>(530)247-0375
>(530)351-1776 cell
>
The big thing that jumped out at me when I read the big 'spread' was the
gross inconsistency in numbers throughout the article. Weights were
highly suspect, but fuel burn/hp numbers were downright unbelievable.
I wouldn't be surprised if an aluminum V-8 could be made to work in the
-10 but I wouldn't trust that guy to do it because of his unbelievable
claims.
Charlie
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| Subject: | solo riveting of leading edges |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Bob Collins" <bcollinsrv7a@comcast.net>
>
> I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy
> faces". If so, tips/tricks?
I did most of my wings solo...and "roger" on the bruised armpits. The trick
with the leading edges was to put the things in the cradle and then get
right up on the table with the cradle and contort to all sorts of positions.
It was not a pleasant experience, nor were all my leading edge rivets
perfect. I might've drilled out one or two; I might've said 'good enough' to
some others. Can't imagine doing it without the swivel flush head set, tho
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| Subject: | RE: RV / Long-EZ collision |
1.25 RCVD_NUMERIC_HELO Received: contains an IP address used for HELO
--> RV-List message posted by: BBreckenridge@att.net
Beautifully done. Grabs the heart real good. Thank you... My thoughts and prayers
go to his family at their (and our) loss.
Bruce
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jerry Hansen
Subject: RV / Long-EZ collision
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jerry Hansen" <jerry-hansen@cox.net>
With regard to the RV - Long-EZ mid-air collision last weekend, there is
a
remarkable video that has been posted, commemorating the canard aviator.
It
shows a bit of the formation flight work of which they were all so
proud.
http://www.GlassOvercast.com/video/jayblum.wmv
Jerry
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| Subject: | Predator corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Brian Denk" <akroguy@hotmail.com>
>
>Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine that was
>out there for a while? It was huge amounts of power with a reduction
>gear....and air conditioning. He was supposed to be building a firewall
>forward for the RV 10. Obviously Vans did not approve, but it was
>intriguing...........Before you start flaming, I'm not really planning such
>a thing, but this is experimental aviation after all. It seemed like a good
>direction for maybe the guys with the Stewart mustangs or other such
>things.
>Just curious,
>Evan Johnson
>www.evansaviationproducts.com
>(530)247-0375
>(530)351-1776 cell
I googled it and came up with nothing. Maybe they disappeared like most of
the vaporware engine gurus.
Brian Denk
RV8 N94BD
RV10 '51 yes, air conditioning would be nice!
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| Subject: | Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette |
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--> RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
> Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
> that was out there for a while?
[snip]
I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee" sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6 Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for an RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found a website that has some in-progress photos, http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too much there but they say will be updated soon. Just FYI.
Randall Henderson
RV-6
www.edt.com/rhproject
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| Subject: | Off the list for awhile |
--> RV-List message posted by: HCRV6@aol.com
In case anyone on the RV-list wants to reach me I will be out of town and off
the list until August 1st.
Do not archive
Harry Crosby
RV-6 N16CX, 113 hours
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| Subject: | Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
Try www.v8seabee.com
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-------------- Original message --------------
> --> RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
>
> > Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
> > that was out there for a while?
> [snip]
>
> I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
> engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
> 'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
> sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
> Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
> RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
> website that has some in-progress photos,
> http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too much there but they say
> will be updated soon. Just FYI.
>
> Randall Henderson
> RV-6
> www.edt.com/rhproject
>
>
>
>
>
>
Try www.v8seabee.com
Do not archive
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-- RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
that was out there for a while?
[snip]
I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
website that has some in-progress photos,
http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too muc
h there but they say
will be updated soon. Just FYI.
Randall Henderson
RV-6
www.edt.com/rhproject
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| Subject: | Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: Gary Cole <cole_gary@sbcglobal.net>
Another one that I found is www.v8aircraft.com.
After reading their material, I have doubts about the validity of their claims.
HRII abuilding slowly
Gary Cole
Barkeley, CA
ogoodwin@comcast.net wrote:
--> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
Try www.v8seabee.com
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-------------- Original message --------------
> --> RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
>
> > Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
> > that was out there for a while?
> [snip]
>
> I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
> engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
> 'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
> sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
> Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
> RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
> website that has some in-progress photos,
> http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too much there but they say
> will be updated soon. Just FYI.
>
> Randall Henderson
> RV-6
> www.edt.com/rhproject
>
>
>
>
>
>
Try www.v8seabee.com
Do not archive
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-- RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
that was out there for a while?
[snip]
I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for an
RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
website that has some in-progress photos,
http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too muc
h there but they say
will be updated soon. Just FYI.
Randall Henderson
RV-6
www.edt.com/rhproject
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| Subject: | Re: RV-Linst: Predator Corvette |
--> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
I'm curious what claims you doubt? The power claims seem pretty reasonable, since
lots of dynamometer data exists for various configurations of the LS1/LS2/LS6
engines, and it doesn't seem too hard to get well over 300 horsepower at the
wheels (most figure about 12 to 15% more at the flywheel) for the LS1 and more
from the larger versions. The new LS7 is externally identical and is 427
cubic inches and obviously more powerful.
I don't know about their PSRU, but I think it's based on the Geschwender chain
drive that's been around for 30 years or so and seems to work quite well.
The fuel burn figures do seem a bit low, but since the engine is computer controlled,
I'd expect lower burns than a comparable air cooled aircraft engine.
A standard LS with all accesories weighs about 400 pounds (no psru or radiator).
Another source for LS1/LS6 conversions is www.fighterescortwings.com
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> --> RV-List message posted by: Gary Cole
>
> Another one that I found is www.v8aircraft.com.
>
> After reading their material, I have doubts about the validity of their claims.
>
> HRII abuilding slowly
>
> Gary Cole
>
> Barkeley, CA
>
> ogoodwin@comcast.net wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
>
> Try www.v8seabee.com
>
> Do not archive
>
> -------------- Original message --------------
>
> > --> RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
> >
> > > Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
> > > that was out there for a while?
> > [snip]
> >
> > I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about
> auto
> > engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
> > 'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
> > sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion
> LS-6
> > Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
> an
> > RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
> a
> > website that has some in-progress photos,
> > http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too much there but they say
> > will be updated soon. Just FYI.
> >
> > Randall Henderson
> > RV-6
> > www.edt.com/rhproject
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
> Try www.v8seabee.com
>
> Do not archive
>
> -------------- Original message --------------
>
> -- RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
>
> Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
> that was out there for a while?
> [snip]
>
> I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
> engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
> 'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
> sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
> Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
> RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
> website that has some in-progress photos,
> http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too muc
> h there but they say
> will be updated soon. Just FYI.
>
> Randall Henderson
> RV-6
> www.edt.com/rhproject
>
>
>
>
>
>
I'm curious what claims you doubt? The power claims seem pretty reasonable, since
lots of dynamometer data exists for various configurations of the LS1/LS2/LS6
engines, and it doesn't seem too hard to get well over 300 horsepower at the
wheels (most figure about 12 to 15% more at the flywheel) for the LS1 and more
from the larger versions. The new LS7 is externally identical and is 427 cubic
inches and obviously more powerful.
I don't know about their PSRU, but I think it's based on the Geschwender chain
drive that's been around for 30 years or so and seems to work quite well.
The fuel burn figures do seem a bit low, but since the engine is computer controlled,
I'd expect lower burns than a comparable air cooled aircraft engine.
A standard LS with all accesories weighs about 400 pounds (no psru or radiator).
Another source for LS1/LS6 conversions is www.fighterescortwings.com
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-- RV-List message posted by: Gary Cole <COLE_GARY@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Another one that I found is www.v8aircraft.com.
After reading their material, I have doubts about the validity of their claims.
HRII abuilding slowly
Gary Cole
Barkeley, CA
ogoodwin@comcast.net wrote:
-- RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
Try www.v8seabee.com
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-- RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
that was out there for a while?
[snip]
<
BR> I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about
auto
engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion
LS-6
Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
website that has some in-progress photos,
http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too much there but they say
will be updated soon. Just FYI.
Randall Henderson
RV-6
www.edt.com/rhproject
Try www.v8seabee
.com
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-- RV-List message posted by: rv6n6r@comcast.net
Any of you guys know what became of the corvette conversion engine
that was out there for a while?
[snip]
I don't know about the "Predator" (in fact I know pretty much nothing about auto
engine conversions) but up at Arlington I saw a beautiful
'homebuilt' based on a Republic Seabee fuselage (I know "beautiful Seabee"
sounds like an oxymoron but its true!) The engine is a Robinson Conversion LS-6
Corvette with 405 HP and a four bladed MT propeller. Sounds like too much for
an
RV-10 and I'm sure not recommending it, just offering the info. Anyway I found
a
website that has some in-progress photos,
http://www.republicseabee.com/Seabeenews.html. Not too muc
h there but they say
will be updated soon. Just FYI.
Randall Henderson
RV-6
www.edt.com/rhproject
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--> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
I went back and re read the whole thread, and I agree that the 405 hp is pretty
high for their LS6. I do think that could be achieved with the LS7, and 300
to 350 with the LS1, LS6 and LS2.
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> --> RV-List message posted by: Gary Cole
>
> Another one that I found is www.v8aircraft.com.
>
> After reading their material, I have doubts about the validity of their claims.
>
> HRII abuilding slowly
>
> Gary Cole
>
> Barkeley, CA
>
> ogoodwin@comcast.net wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
>
> Try www.v8seabee.com
>
> Do not archive
>
I went back and re read the whole thread, and I agree that the 405 hp ispretty
high for their LS6. I do think that could be achieved with the LS7, and 300 to
350 with the LS1, LS6and LS2.
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-- RV-List message posted by: Gary Cole <COLE_GARY@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Another one that I found is www.v8aircraft.com.
After reading their material, I have doubts about the validity of their claims.
HRII abuilding slowly
Gary Cole
Barkeley, CA
ogoodwin@comcast.net wrote:
-- RV-List message posted by: ogoodwin@comcast.net
Try www.v8seabee.com
Do not archive
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List, what are the restrictions on the use of nylon ties in the engine compartment?
Other than the exhaust system where else can they "not or should not" be used due
to heat?
Thanks,
Vic
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Vic Jacko" <vicwj@earthlink.net>
I am in need of a primer system for a Lyc 0-235/ 0-320 or 0-360 engine.
Need all firewall forward components to include clamps.
Check the hanger parts bin and let me know.
Vic
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| Subject: | PSS AOA Flap Position Sensor |
--> RV-List message posted by: Ed OConnor <Edwardoconnor@mac.com>
Does anyone on the list happen to have a picture of the installation of
the PSS flap position sensor switch on an RV-8. I have been pondering
just how to mount this little micro switch somewhere on the flap
actuator bar. If no pictures, maybe a good description will do it.
RV-8/Sandy Creek Airpark/Panama City FL/Mounting wings and tail
feathers
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--> RV-List message posted by: alan@reichertech.com
Looks like I get to order some new pieces next week. :-(
While trying to assemble V-702/V-704/V-705 on an RV-8 emp, I keep peening
over the rivets rather than making a nice level shop head. Any clues what
I"m doing wrong?
Gun is a 3X, 45PSI, offset. It sure looks like I'm driving it straight,
but I'm obviously not doing something properly. Drilling out the last one
ended up putting a badly oblong hole in the pieces, so they are now trash.
--
Alan Reichert
Priv, Inst, SEL
RV-8 N927AR (reserved)
Prepping Horizontal/Vertical Stabilizers for Assembly (I thought....)
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| Subject: | solo riveting of leading edges |
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--> RV-List message posted by: Brian Huffaker <bifft@xmission.com>
On Sat, 16 Jul 2005, Bob Collins wrote:
> --> RV-List message posted by: "Bob Collins" <bcollinsrv7a@comcast.net>
>
>>
>> I know it CAN be done, but has anyone done it without any "happy
>> faces". If so, tips/tricks?
>
> perfect. I might've drilled out one or two; I might've said 'good enough' to
> some others. Can't imagine doing it without the swivel flush head set, tho
>
Just to post a different opinion, I find it hard to use the swivel head
solo. If the rivit isn't precisely centered, it can let the rivit bounce
out of the hole and not set flush. Much prefer the wider flat head set
for solo riviting.
Also did my leading edges solo, wasn't too much more difficult than
anything else. Do most of the rivits in the cradle, than take it out just
for the ones where the cradle is in the way.
Brian Huffaker, DSWL (bifft@xmission.com)
RV-8A 80091 Riviting mid cabin cover platenuts.
1/4 Starduster II N23UT flying
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| Subject: | Re: Bending Rivets |
--> RV-List message posted by: "JOHN STARN" <jhstarn@verizon.net>
Using the offset can be a bear, we always used two sets of hands AND used
one full set of hands on the gun. One to hold the gun & pull the trigger &
the second on the offset to guide & hold it straight. We in Law Enforcement
agree on this type of "gun control". Practice, practice, practice (on scrap
if you have some). 8*) KABONG (GBA & GWB) Do not archive. This advise is
in there.
----- Original Message -----
From: <alan@reichertech.com>
Subject: RV-List: Bending Rivets
> --> RV-List message posted by: alan@reichertech.com
>
>
> Looks like I get to order some new pieces next week. :-(
>
> While trying to assemble V-702/V-704/V-705 on an RV-8 emp, I keep peening
> over the rivets rather than making a nice level shop head. Any clues what
> I"m doing wrong?
>
> Gun is a 3X, 45PSI, offset. It sure looks like I'm driving it straight,
> but I'm obviously not doing something properly. Drilling out the last one
> ended up putting a badly oblong hole in the pieces, so they are now trash.
>
> --
> Alan Reichert
> Priv, Inst, SEL
> RV-8 N927AR (reserved)
> Prepping Horizontal/Vertical Stabilizers for Assembly (I thought....)
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| Subject: | Re: Bending Rivets |
--> RV-List message posted by: "Jim Jewell" <jjewell@telus.net>
Hi Alan,
There is a strong possibility that you might be using the wrong (too long)
rivet length.
Double check the call out rivet size. Mock up some scrap sample parts using
the same thicknesses of materials and try using different (shorter rivets).
The practice will be good and examining the results should be at least
somewhat educational. You will find that you can develop a good eye for
rivet sizes and related riveting conditions this way without damaging the
pricy bits.
It will give you something to do while waiting for parts.{[;-)
Go easy,
Jim
----- Original Message -----
From: <alan@reichertech.com>
Subject: RV-List: Bending Rivets
> --> RV-List message posted by: alan@reichertech.com
>
>
> Looks like I get to order some new pieces next week. :-(
>
> While trying to assemble V-702/V-704/V-705 on an RV-8 emp, I keep peening
> over the rivets rather than making a nice level shop head. Any clues what
> I"m doing wrong?
>
> Gun is a 3X, 45PSI, offset. It sure looks like I'm driving it straight,
> but I'm obviously not doing something properly. Drilling out the last one
> ended up putting a badly oblong hole in the pieces, so they are now trash.
>
> --
> Alan Reichert
> Priv, Inst, SEL
> RV-8 N927AR (reserved)
> Prepping Horizontal/Vertical Stabilizers for Assembly (I thought....)
>
>
>
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--> RV-List message posted by: "David Fenstermacher" <dfenstermacher@earthlink.net>
Also make sure you are using a "real" pressure regulator.
The cheap-o ones regulate flow, not pressure. So ... you may be hitting
the rivet with the full line pressure (100 lbs, or so - depends on how you
have your compressor set) until the pressure drops and the flow limiter
reduces the pressure.
Go get a real pressure regulator if you don't have one and expect to pay 40
bucks or so - If this turns out to be your problem.
Also, see Dan C's site for suggested pressures for different rivet lengths.
I printed it out and have it taped to my rivet box. His suggestions work
well for me.
Dave
-8 wings
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> [Original Message]
> From: <alan@reichertech.com>
> To: <rv-list@matronics.com>
> Date: 7/16/2005 9:42:55 PM
> Subject: RV-List: Bending Rivets
>
> --> RV-List message posted by: alan@reichertech.com
>
>
> Looks like I get to order some new pieces next week. :-(
>
> While trying to assemble V-702/V-704/V-705 on an RV-8 emp, I keep peening
> over the rivets rather than making a nice level shop head. Any clues what
> I"m doing wrong?
>
> Gun is a 3X, 45PSI, offset. It sure looks like I'm driving it straight,
> but I'm obviously not doing something properly. Drilling out the last one
> ended up putting a badly oblong hole in the pieces, so they are now trash.
>
> --
> Alan Reichert
> Priv, Inst, SEL
> RV-8 N927AR (reserved)
> Prepping Horizontal/Vertical Stabilizers for Assembly (I thought....)
>
>
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--> RV-List message posted by: "Stein Bruch" <stein@steinair.com>
Typically bent rivets are a sign of them just being too long. Another
possibiliyt (albeit not as usual as the long rivet) is the bucking bar being
held at a slight angle, though this just usually results in a tilted buck
tail/shop head. I'd probably suspect the long rivet thing myself, but with
an offset everything is more difficult. As stated before, you about have to
have 2 people to make an offset set work well.
Just my 2 cents after building a couple of these things!
Cheers,
Stein.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of
alan@reichertech.com
Subject: RV-List: Bending Rivets
--> RV-List message posted by: alan@reichertech.com
Looks like I get to order some new pieces next week. :-(
While trying to assemble V-702/V-704/V-705 on an RV-8 emp, I keep peening
over the rivets rather than making a nice level shop head. Any clues what
I"m doing wrong?
Gun is a 3X, 45PSI, offset. It sure looks like I'm driving it straight,
but I'm obviously not doing something properly. Drilling out the last one
ended up putting a badly oblong hole in the pieces, so they are now trash.
--
Alan Reichert
Priv, Inst, SEL
RV-8 N927AR (reserved)
Prepping Horizontal/Vertical Stabilizers for Assembly (I thought....)
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