RV10-List Digest Archive

Wed 01/17/07


Total Messages Posted: 49



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     1. 05:35 AM - Re: LASAR ignition system questions (Werner Schneider)
     2. 06:58 AM - Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! (Deems Davis)
     3. 07:06 AM - Re: Firewall covering (RV Builder (Michael Sausen))
     4. 07:10 AM - Re: James Cowl Question (RV Builder (Michael Sausen))
     5. 07:12 AM - Re: Cabin cover fit pictures (RV Builder (Michael Sausen))
     6. 07:56 AM - Re: Cabin cover fit pictures (cloudvalley@comcast.net)
     7. 08:35 AM - Re: Control Stick interference (John Hasbrouck)
     8. 08:57 AM - Re: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! (John Gonzalez)
     9. 10:15 AM - Re: James Cowl Question (Pascal)
    10. 10:37 AM - Re: Firewall covering (Les Kearney)
    11. 10:44 AM - Re: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! (Brian Douglas)
    12. 10:44 AM - Re: Cabin cover fit pictures (John W. Cox)
    13. 10:54 AM - Aileron Rigging (Fred Williams, M.D.)
    14. 11:09 AM - Re: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! (John Gonzalez)
    15. 11:22 AM - Re: Cabin cover fit pictures (Mark Ritter)
    16. 11:36 AM - Re: James Cowl Question (Tim Olson)
    17. 11:39 AM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Rene Felker)
    18. 11:43 AM - Hot off the CNC Lathe (zackrv8)
    19. 11:55 AM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Tim Olson)
    20. 12:31 PM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Mark Ritter)
    21. 12:53 PM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Rene Felker)
    22. 01:04 PM - Axle Extender length needed (Tim Olson)
    23. 01:06 PM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Tim Olson)
    24. 01:09 PM - Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe (ddddsp1@juno.com)
    25. 02:04 PM - Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe (zackrv8)
    26. 02:04 PM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Mark Ritter)
    27. 02:39 PM - Window Trim (Niko)
    28. 03:07 PM - Re: Changed to prop decision (David Boone)
    29. 03:14 PM - Re: Window Trim (Deems Davis)
    30. 03:19 PM - Cleaveland Shipping was: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! (Mike Lauritsen - Work)
    31. 03:41 PM - Re: Window Trim (rv10builder)
    32. 03:42 PM - Re: Window Trim (rv10builder)
    33. 03:45 PM - Aileron rigging (Fred Williams, M.D.)
    34. 03:49 PM - Re: Aileron Rigging (Randy DeBauw)
    35. 04:03 PM - Re: Axle Extender length needed (jerry petersen)
    36. 04:35 PM - Re: Window Trim (Niko)
    37. 05:05 PM - Re: Window Trim (Larry Rosen)
    38. 05:34 PM - Re: Window Trim (rv10builder)
    39. 05:47 PM - Re: Axle Extender length needed (Jesse Saint)
    40. 05:52 PM - Re: James Cowl Question (Jesse Saint)
    41. 06:01 PM - Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe (Jesse Saint)
    42. 06:26 PM - Re: Window Trim (RV Builder (Michael Sausen))
    43. 06:41 PM - Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe (Lloyd, Daniel R.)
    44. 07:06 PM - Re: James Cowl Question... more on prop selection (Jeff Carpenter)
    45. 07:42 PM - Re: Window Trim (Deems Davis)
    46. 07:42 PM - Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe (RV Builder (Michael Sausen))
    47. 07:45 PM - Re: James Cowl Question (Deems Davis)
    48. 07:51 PM - Re: Axle Extender length needed (Tim Olson)
    49. 08:22 PM - James Cowl spacing for MT Prop w/ 14" spinner? (Eric Parlow)
 
 
 


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    Time: 05:35:11 AM PST US
    From: Werner Schneider <glastar@gmx.net>
    Subject: Re: LASAR ignition system questions
    Randy Lervold wrote: > Does the controller need access for engine set-up or maintenance? > > Not sure what you're asking here. The controller box is non user > servicable, if there's a problem you'll remove it and send it back so > you need to be able to remove it. Of course the system will operate in > conventional mag mode without the controller. If you get the "bush > kit" it will even start without it because an impulse coupling is > included. If you are ordering an engine from Bart (Aero Sport Power) > he configures all his LASAR installations with the bush kit. > the only time you want to have access to the box (better the connector on the lower left edge) is, when you want to know why exactly the red light is on. A serial cable to your computer gives you a diagnostic screen with some engine parameters and error code. I'm able to access the plug trough the oil access door. br Werner


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    Time: 06:58:37 AM PST US
    From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net>
    Subject: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge!
    Whaz a matta caint yu tak a jok! (Kitlog could do with a spell checker!) I've been looking for someone that could laser/waterjet cut new subpanels for my instrument panel, I hand cut the originals and am not happy with them. I got prices any where up to $400. I was having a problem accurately recreating the outlines of the subpanels in a CAD program. When it dawned on me to call Aerotronics where I purchased the fiberglass panel from (duh). I called Gary Wirrell, who not only agreed to cut them but offered to do it for FREE!!!!! Gary has been monitoring some of the msg boards and had seen previous posts favorable to Aerotronics and wanted to return a favor. WOW! and just when I was beginning to think that customer service was dead. As you know I'm building my own panel, and other than purchasing the fiberglass panel piece from Gary, that's it. But Gary did a CAD layout of my panel to make sure the OP Tech EFIS would fit, and then with the remake of the sub-panels, he's done several more! He's also provided several EXTREMELY Valuable suggestions, that I wouldn't have thought of otherwise. and Oh yeh, he's doing all of this in the midst of the D2A disaster! So I'm again returning a favor by sharing my experience with the board. My next project (an F1 rocket) will have an Aerotronics built panel! THANKS AGAIN Gary!!!!! Deems Davis # 406 Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) http://deemsrv10.com/ Rick wrote: >.iF ewe knew whut I meen!!! :) > > > >


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    Time: 07:06:23 AM PST US
    Subject: Firewall covering
    From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net>
    This Looks to be the same thing as what I used but twice as much. http://www.quietcoat.com/index.html It works very well at deadening sound but will add weight. A 5 gal pail is about 72lbs, less than Dynamat though. Check the archives for more info. Also as ceramic paint seems to be a current topic again, there should be some stuff in there about my experience on the subject as I did a full battery of tests on a ceramic paint additive that I used. Funny how those archives have information in them isn't it. :-) Michael Sausen -10 #352 Limbo -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lorenz Malmstrm Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 12:51 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering There is another product from 'Super Soundproofing' named "Sound Damping Liquid" that seems to have similar properties. Question: Has anybody used this? What are the pros and cons to 'LizardSkin'? The spray gun seems to be a lot cheaper and material about the same. http://www.soundproofing.org/sales/liquid.htm Lorenz. #40280 > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of > Chris Johnston > Sent: Dienstag, 16. Januar 2007 03:02 > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > > --> <CJohnston@popsound.com> > > I'm not sure how much I used, but there's got to be over a > gallon left. It was expensive (paint and gun system), but I > was willing to give it a try. I was kind of reserving > judgment til I got flying so I could see what the real poop > on it was, as it's kind of a commitment to go squirting some > unknown quantity all over the inside of your airplane. I > didn't want to bring it up then figure out that it sucked, > basically. However, if others feel like taking the plunge > right along with me, I'm willing to pass around the gun > system and the leftover paint to whoever wants to use it. I > just want to be clear up front that yes, I think it should > work, yes it looks like it should work, yes, I'm happy with > my results (untested as they may be), but I don't KNOW that > it is as neato as I think it is. One test that I've been > meaning to do is just get my heat gun out and heat up the > engine side with it while touching the interior side with my > hand. Not too scientific, but I don't have an IR temp gauge > to use. I'll check it out this evening and report back. > > But back to the question, I really don't see the need for > others to go buying this special gun when this is the only > thing you'll ever use it for. We'll just pass it around to > whoever wants to check it out - it only takes a day to squirt > the stuff. Let me know if you want to, maybe just cover > shipping to you. I'm willing to throw a tool and some > leftover paint in the pot if it's helpful to other builders. > I expected it all to just collect dust in my garage anyway... > > Oh - yea, it looks purplish while you're mixing it (you have > to mix with a drill driven paint mixer for a couple minutes > til it looks smooth) but dries a flat chalky black. Also, > it's pretty tough stuff. It doesn't flake or chip easily. > > cj > #40410 > fuse > www.perfectlygoodairplane.net > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John W. Cox > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 5:17 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > Thanks for the great post. > > A comment. Dan Newland who specializes in fire suppression > blankets reminded me that one of their company's products > ORCON must be removable during the conditional inspection to > search for corrosion. A result of condensation from moisture > in air vapors. When foam material is glued, it is real bear > to tear off to effect such a corrosion inspection. On our > airline birds, the suppression batting gets soaked and is > impossible to dry out effectively. We have to throw it away > and you would then know why tickets are so expensive if you > saw the cost. The amount of corrosion that forms from the > condensate.... WOW. > > The idea of a product which covers the aluminum skin and may > also provide corrosion protection is of value. I don't know > the answer but I will do some digging. I know they say in > their marketing that it does protect the surface. > > The Question. Their site mentions MSRP of $189.00 for a 2 > gallon container. How much did you use? Is the residual > available for purchase. Bethany had a blue paste in one > picture but then it looked dark grey on drying. Should we > pursue a group buy and divvy it up like a Coop? > > John Cox > #600 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of > Chris Johnston > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 4:34 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <CJohnston@popsound.com> > > Sure. > > Well, I do a lot of research when it comes to airplane > building, and frequently, my history with race cars comes to > my aid. When you think about it, a race car and an aircraft > have similar needs. It needs to be light and strong, you > want to keep your fluids where you put them, and much of the > time, you battle heat issues. So when people started talking > about the infamous "tunnel", I started listening. I > considered and rejected a bunch of things (foil backed > graphite sheets, etc.) and finally found this stuff. > > http://www.lizardskin.com/pages/ceramic.php > > I called "the guy" over there, and he seemed to know what he > was talking about. I took notes at the time, but I've since > lost them. The point was that the paint is thick, it dries > VERY lightweight, and it apparently does a good job of > rejecting heat. It also kind of seals little voids which is > an added plus. I also took note of this page of the website: > > http://www.lizardskin.com/pages/testimonials4.php > > So there it was. It seemed to fit the bill, and I'll also > use some mylar faced fiberglass race car insulation on the > firewall and in the tunnel to add a bit more to the > insulating properties. Initially, I thought I'd just use it > in the tunnel area under my false floor, and under the > pilot/copilot floor as shown here > http://www.perfectlygoodairplane.net/Perfectlygoodairplane/Tun > nel%20Modi > fication.html > but after thinking more about it, I decided to do the > firewall as well. The pros are basically that it's supposed > to reduce the temp in the cabin, and seal the firewall a bit > extra (I also did firewall sealant around the seams and > nutplates). It sticks well to everything, and it's very > light. It's also water soluble and paintable. The cons? > Well the paint isn't smooth after you apply it. it's so > thick, that it's got kind of a car undercoat texture. It's > very messy to apply. You must mask very well and very > carefully. Also, you must peal the mask before the paint > fully dries. It uses a special gun that you have to buy. > There's no way you could spray it with a normal gun. No way. > Also, I suppose for inspections, you can't pull it away from > the firewall to see the condition of the shop heads and > stiffeners. I decided that I'd be ok with that, as long as I > could still see the steel engine mount thingys at the corners > of the firewall. So in the end, I masked those, and the > rivet lines for the forward fuse deck, and the attach point > for my parking brake, and painted the rest. I might also > paint the underside of the false floor I built in the tunnel > after I get the brackets riveted to it. > > As an aside, don't get to thinking that the sound deadening > stuff on the lizard skin website is going to be your friend, > because it's REALLY heavy. > > Hope that answers any questions. > > cj > #40410 > fuse > www.perfectlygoodairplane.net > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John W. Cox > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 2:47 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > Chris - as I was reviewing your website for cowl information > and pictures to balance with Deems great work, I noticed that > you and Bethany have a page on your website > http://www.perfectlygoodairplane.net/Perfectlygoodairplane/Fir ewall%20Pa inting.html that uses some interesting product. Can you expound with a new thread? John Cox #40600


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    Time: 07:10:46 AM PST US
    Subject: James Cowl Question
    From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net>
    If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT for no extra charge. Michael -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop from. Deems Davis # 406 Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) http://deemsrv10.com/ Ben Westfall wrote: > Deems, > > What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? > > -Ben Westfall > > Portland, OR > > #40579 - gas tanks > >* > > >* >


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    Time: 07:12:45 AM PST US
    Subject: Cabin cover fit pictures
    From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net>
    I hosed off and then packed everything up and moved so I didn't have to clean the shop. :-) Do not archive -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Dunne Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:00 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures I'll own up.....I use compressed air to get all the fibreglass dust off me.....and then a leaf blower to remove from the clothes on the washing line....and then the pool filter... A bit like a Cat In The Hat story. John 40315 do not archive -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Wednesday, 17 January 2007 10:34 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures Looking at your web page CJ, you and I looked exactly the same after cutting and sanding....covered in white powder. Once past this though it's almost as good a feeling as finishing the tanks. Let's start a new war...how many used compressed air to clean themselves off? ;) Bad thing just in case you were wondering.... Rick S. 40185 do not archive


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    Time: 07:56:28 AM PST US
    From: cloudvalley@comcast.net
    Subject: Cabin cover fit pictures
    Hello John, So is anyone going to develop a "carbon copy" alternative to the fiberglass canopy? My wife are not nearly ready yet; we have only finished the empennage, but we are interested. Please let us know more. Thank you Brian and Ruth Preston #40666 -------------- Original message -------------- From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > I appreciate Steve's contrarian view and consternation. A balance in > intelligent conversation is a good thing. So was the comment on corrosion. > > Each may be found to be baseless but is heartfelt and therefore worth reading. > Toray is the supplier, the shortage is only when buying hundreds of bolts of > production for commercial airliner manufacture (we use the stuff at work every > day)and only momentary in time as to supply shortages. It is not holding up > Boeing sales one iota. > > The world of plastic planes has come a long way from Styrofoam glued slabs, > hotwire and paper cup mixing process in darkened garages. The White Knight was > a great example. The heavens are now our limit. Fitment and finish is a matter > of mold building, quality control and where the labor is applied. I feel many > would like to take advantage of the QB concept on labor application, just like > doing repetitive rivets on the umpteenth wing rib. The marketplace will sort > out each person's place. The 51% rule should insure that each builder has the > knowledge and skill set to maintain the safety and airworthiness of their kit. > > I respectfully conclude Steve that if VANS canopy is of higher quality than your > workmanship on your last aircraft, we are talking totally of different issues. > Integrated roll bars, air distribution plenum with overhead lights and switches, > fitment to within 0.010", improved placement and adhesion of windows, advanced > door hinges and lockable latch assemblies are the improvements being considered. > Oh yes, don't let me forget the work Dave McNeill did on improved shoulder > harness mount points. Did I mention dozens of hours not washing off fiberglass > dust from your arms and purging your respiratory system to catch a breath. > > Carbon fiber is superior for antenna ground planes and static dissipation. The > wingtips would likely remain fiberglass for antennae concealment. A simple tape > of fiberglass impregnated resin has resolved the contact between dissimilar > materials on the nobility table for performance military aircraft for years. I > am confident that corrosion is not going to be an issue. The product will not be > for everyone. Nor is it intended to be. There may be some who would actually > like to build their own mold and lay it up. To each their own product. > > I suspect Mark's question was answered within your response. > > John Cox > #40600 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:42 AM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > Steve, > > Have you received your canopy? > > > > > >From: > >To: > >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > >Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:05:09 -0600 > > > >I have been following the thread about the quality of the canopy with some > >consternation; > > > >1. Graphite is currently in very short supply, and consequently the price > >is unreasonably high, if you can even locate it. The likelyhood of finding > >enough to build even one canopy is problematic. The outlook is not much > >better, because Boeing is grabbing up everything on the market. > > > >2. I built a glass airplane a few years ago, and compared to the quality I > >got on that kit, the Van's canopy is excellent. Fiberglass requires > >shaping, and lots of surface preparation. To expect a bolt on fiberglass > >part is unrealistic, and contrary to the whole idea of kit building. > > > >Steve Mills > >RV-10 40486 Slow-build > >Naperville, Illinois > >finishing fuselage > >Do Not Archive > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of > >cloudvalley@comcast.net > > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 10:42 AM > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > > > > Hello Niko, > > My wife and I have just finished building our empennage kit; we have not > >ordered the rest of the kit yet. We are interested in the canopy/cowl > >discussions. Are these pictures you have of the fiberglass canopy? We are > >not sure what will transpire with Van's QC on theirs, or if you or someone > >will come up with something else. ( read your post about graphite). We are > >really naiive about this whole process, and are hoping this canopy/cowl > >problem will be resolved by the time we buy the rest of the kit. Thanks for > >your input. > > Brian and Ruth Preston > > #40666 > > > > -------------- Original message -------------- > > From: Niko > > > > For those interested I have attached some Cabin Cover fit pictures. > > > > Do not archive > > > > Niko > > 40188 > > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Find sales, coupons, and free shipping, all in one place! MSN Shopping > Sales & Deals > http://shopping.msn.com/content/shp/?ctid=198,ptnrid=176,ptnrdata 0639 > > > > > > > > > > <html><body> <DIV>Hello John,</DIV> <DIV>So is anyone going to develop a "carbon copy" alternative to the fiberglass canopy? My wife are not nearly ready yet; we have only finished the empennage, but we are interested. Please let us know more. Thank you</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Brian and Ruth Preston</DIV> <DIV>#40666</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <BLOCKQUOTE style="PADDING-LEFT: 5px; MARGIN-LEFT: 5px; BORDER-LEFT: #1010ff 2px solid">-------------- Original message -------------- <BR>From: "John W. Cox" &lt;johnwcox@pacificnw.com&gt; <BR><BR>&gt; --&gt; RV10-List message posted by: "John W. Cox" <JOHNWCOX@PACIFICNW.COM><BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; I appreciate Steve's contrarian view and consternation. A balance in <BR>&gt; intelligent conversation is a good thing. So was the comment on corrosion. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; Each may be found to be baseless but is heartfelt and therefore worth reading. <BR>&gt; Toray is the supplier, the shortage is only when buying hundreds of bolts of <BR>&gt; production for commercial airliner manufacture (we use the stuff at work every <BR>&gt; day)and only momentary in time as to supply shortages. It is not holding up <BR>&gt; Boeing sales one iota. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; The world of plastic planes has come a long way from Styrofoam glued slabs, <BR>&gt; hotwire and paper cup mixing process in darkened ga rages. The White Knight was <BR>&gt; a great example. The heavens are now our limit. Fitment and finish is a matter <BR>&gt; of mold building, quality control and where the labor is applied. I feel many <BR>&gt; would like to take advantage of the QB concept on labor application, just like <BR>&gt; doing repetitive rivets on the umpteenth wing rib. The marketplace will sort <BR>&gt; out each person's place. The 51% rule should insure that each builder has the <BR>&gt; knowledge and skill set to maintain the safety and airworthiness of their kit. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; I respectfully conclude Steve that if VANS canopy is of higher quality than your <BR>&gt; workmanship on your last aircraft, we are talking totally of different issues. <BR>&gt; Integrated roll bars, air distribution plenum with overhead lights and switches, <BR>&gt; fitment to within 0.010", improved placement and adhesion of windows, advanced <BR>&gt; door hinges and lockable latch assemblies are the improvements being c onside red. <BR>&gt; Oh yes, don't let me forget the work Dave McNeill did on improved shoulder <BR>&gt; harness mount points. Did I mention dozens of hours not washing off fiberglass <BR>&gt; dust from your arms and purging your respiratory system to catch a breath. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; Carbon fiber is superior for antenna ground planes and static dissipation. The <BR>&gt; wingtips would likely remain fiberglass for antennae concealment. A simple tape <BR>&gt; of fiberglass impregnated resin has resolved the contact between dissimilar <BR>&gt; materials on the nobility table for performance military aircraft for years. I <BR>&gt; am confident that corrosion is not going to be an issue. The product will not be <BR>&gt; for everyone. Nor is it intended to be. There may be some who would actually <BR>&gt; like to build their own mold and lay it up. To each their own product. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; I suspect Mark's question was answered within your response. <BR>&gt; <BR>&gt; John Cox <BR>&gt; #4060 uently the price <BR>&gt; &gt;is unreasonably high, if you can even locate it. The likelyhood of finding <BR>&gt; &gt;enough to build even one canopy is problematic. The outlook is not much <BR>&gt; &gt;better, because Boeing is grabbing up everything on the market. <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt;2. I built a glass airplane a few years ago, and compared to the quality I <BR>&gt; &gt;got on that kit, the Van's canopy is excellent. Fiberglass requires <BR>&gt; &gt;shaping, and lots of surface preparation. To expect a bolt on fiberglass <BR>&gt; &gt;part is unrealistic, and contrary to the whole idea of kit building. <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt;Steve Mills <BR>&gt; &gt;RV-10 40486 Slow-build <BR>&gt; &gt;Naperville, Illinois <BR>&gt; &gt;finishing fuselage <BR>&gt; &gt;Do Not Archive <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt; -----Original Message----- <BR>&gt; &gt; From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com <BR>&gt; &gt;[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of <BR>&gt; &gt ;cloud valley@comcast.net <BR>&gt; &gt; Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 10:42 AM <BR>&gt; &gt; To: rv10-list@matronics.com <BR>&gt; &gt; Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt; Hello Niko, <BR>&gt; &gt; My wife and I have just finished building our empennage kit; we have not <BR>&gt; &gt;ordered the rest of the kit yet. We are interested in the canopy/cowl <BR>&gt; &gt;discussions. Are these pictures you have of the fiberglass canopy? We are <BR>&gt; &gt;not sure what will transpire with Van's QC on theirs, or if you or someone <BR>&gt; &gt;will come up with something else. ( read your post about graphite). We are <BR>&gt; &gt;really naiive about this whole process, and are hoping this canopy/cowl <BR>&gt; &gt;problem will be resolved by the time we buy the rest of the kit. Thanks for <BR>&gt; &gt;your input. <BR>&gt; &gt; Brian and Ruth Preston <BR>&gt; &gt; #40666 <BR>&gt; &gt; <BR>&gt; &gt; -------------- Original message ------- ------ ://www <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> </b></font></pre></body></html>


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    Time: 08:35:14 AM PST US
    From: "John Hasbrouck" <jhasbrouck@woh.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Control Stick interference
    Jesse, I'll concede that useless may be too strong a word for the jigs but I think the dimensions given in the plans for the push tube lengths are a better place to start with the rigging. Your comment about the weldments and the control horns being the source of the variations is probably correct. Thanks! John Hasbrouck #40264


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    Time: 08:57:53 AM PST US
    From: "John Gonzalez" <indigoonlatigo@msn.com>
    Subject: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge!
    Why an F1 rocket---just go straight to the ViperJet. What are you thinking! Time is precious so stop spinning your wheels. You could paint your words on the side of that plane and because it goes so fast, no one would be able to tell you mispelled the words. hou knees spel chek aniway! John >From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net> >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 07:57:45 -0700 > > >Whaz a matta caint yu tak a jok! > >(Kitlog could do with a spell checker!) > >I've been looking for someone that could laser/waterjet cut new subpanels >for my instrument panel, I hand cut the originals and am not happy with >them. I got prices any where up to $400. I was having a problem accurately >recreating the outlines of the subpanels in a CAD program. When it dawned >on me to call Aerotronics where I purchased the fiberglass panel from >(duh). I called Gary Wirrell, who not only agreed to cut them but offered >to do it for FREE!!!!! Gary has been monitoring some of the msg boards and >had seen previous posts favorable to Aerotronics and wanted to return a >favor. WOW! and just when I was beginning to think that customer service >was dead. As you know I'm building my own panel, and other than purchasing >the fiberglass panel piece from Gary, that's it. But Gary did a CAD layout >of my panel to make sure the OP Tech EFIS would fit, and then with the >remake of the sub-panels, he's done several more! He's also provided >several EXTREMELY Valuable suggestions, that I wouldn't have thought of >otherwise. and Oh yeh, he's doing all of this in the midst of the D2A >disaster! So I'm again returning a favor by sharing my experience with the >board. >My next project (an F1 rocket) will have an Aerotronics built panel! THANKS >AGAIN Gary!!!!! > >Deems Davis # 406 >Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) >http://deemsrv10.com/ > > >Rick wrote: > >>.iF ewe knew whut I meen!!! :) >> >> >> >> > >


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    Time: 10:15:17 AM PST US
    From: "Pascal" <rv10builder@verizon.net>
    Subject: Re: James Cowl Question
    In my days researching the Lancair ES (when it was still affordable to buy their kit and they didn't add the carbon canopy ;-) ) Aerocomposite was the blade of choice. I can understand when one is spending 225K for a composite plane that 13K (at the time) was nothing, but for a plane close to half that price is 14.4K really that much better in performance, appearance or reason one would go this way, than an MT for 7-8K? Honestly just asking so I know. Not questioning the decision to chose the more expensive blade just wondering in my cost cutting if 6K is worth the price.. For example, 6K in an engine may produce something to show for the difference in price.. what about this blade? Pascal ----- Original Message ----- From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:09 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > > If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT for no > extra charge. > > Michael > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > > I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites > http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop > from. > > Deems Davis # 406 > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > Ben Westfall wrote: > >> Deems, >> >> What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? >> >> -Ben Westfall >> >> Portland, OR >> >> #40579 - gas tanks >> >>* >> >> >>* >> > > >


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    Time: 10:37:21 AM PST US
    From: Les Kearney <kearney@shaw.ca>
    Subject: Firewall covering
    Hmmm Wouldn't a Soob be lighter and quieter? Cheers Les (who is now looking for a Nomex suit!). Do not archive -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of RV Builder (Michael Sausen) Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 8:06 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering <rvbuilder@sausen.net> This Looks to be the same thing as what I used but twice as much. http://www.quietcoat.com/index.html It works very well at deadening sound but will add weight. A 5 gal pail is about 72lbs, less than Dynamat though. Check the archives for more info. Also as ceramic paint seems to be a current topic again, there should be some stuff in there about my experience on the subject as I did a full battery of tests on a ceramic paint additive that I used. Funny how those archives have information in them isn't it. :-) Michael Sausen -10 #352 Limbo -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lorenz Malmstrm Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 12:51 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering <lm@viscomvisual.com> There is another product from 'Super Soundproofing' named "Sound Damping Liquid" that seems to have similar properties. Question: Has anybody used this? What are the pros and cons to 'LizardSkin'? The spray gun seems to be a lot cheaper and material about the same. http://www.soundproofing.org/sales/liquid.htm Lorenz. #40280 > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of > Chris Johnston > Sent: Dienstag, 16. Januar 2007 03:02 > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > > --> <CJohnston@popsound.com> > > I'm not sure how much I used, but there's got to be over a > gallon left. It was expensive (paint and gun system), but I > was willing to give it a try. I was kind of reserving > judgment til I got flying so I could see what the real poop > on it was, as it's kind of a commitment to go squirting some > unknown quantity all over the inside of your airplane. I > didn't want to bring it up then figure out that it sucked, > basically. However, if others feel like taking the plunge > right along with me, I'm willing to pass around the gun > system and the leftover paint to whoever wants to use it. I > just want to be clear up front that yes, I think it should > work, yes it looks like it should work, yes, I'm happy with > my results (untested as they may be), but I don't KNOW that > it is as neato as I think it is. One test that I've been > meaning to do is just get my heat gun out and heat up the > engine side with it while touching the interior side with my > hand. Not too scientific, but I don't have an IR temp gauge > to use. I'll check it out this evening and report back. > > But back to the question, I really don't see the need for > others to go buying this special gun when this is the only > thing you'll ever use it for. We'll just pass it around to > whoever wants to check it out - it only takes a day to squirt > the stuff. Let me know if you want to, maybe just cover > shipping to you. I'm willing to throw a tool and some > leftover paint in the pot if it's helpful to other builders. > I expected it all to just collect dust in my garage anyway... > > Oh - yea, it looks purplish while you're mixing it (you have > to mix with a drill driven paint mixer for a couple minutes > til it looks smooth) but dries a flat chalky black. Also, > it's pretty tough stuff. It doesn't flake or chip easily. > > cj > #40410 > fuse > www.perfectlygoodairplane.net > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John W. Cox > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 5:17 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > Thanks for the great post. > > A comment. Dan Newland who specializes in fire suppression > blankets reminded me that one of their company's products > ORCON must be removable during the conditional inspection to > search for corrosion. A result of condensation from moisture > in air vapors. When foam material is glued, it is real bear > to tear off to effect such a corrosion inspection. On our > airline birds, the suppression batting gets soaked and is > impossible to dry out effectively. We have to throw it away > and you would then know why tickets are so expensive if you > saw the cost. The amount of corrosion that forms from the > condensate.... WOW. > > The idea of a product which covers the aluminum skin and may > also provide corrosion protection is of value. I don't know > the answer but I will do some digging. I know they say in > their marketing that it does protect the surface. > > The Question. Their site mentions MSRP of $189.00 for a 2 > gallon container. How much did you use? Is the residual > available for purchase. Bethany had a blue paste in one > picture but then it looked dark grey on drying. Should we > pursue a group buy and divvy it up like a Coop? > > John Cox > #600 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of > Chris Johnston > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 4:34 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <CJohnston@popsound.com> > > Sure. > > Well, I do a lot of research when it comes to airplane > building, and frequently, my history with race cars comes to > my aid. When you think about it, a race car and an aircraft > have similar needs. It needs to be light and strong, you > want to keep your fluids where you put them, and much of the > time, you battle heat issues. So when people started talking > about the infamous "tunnel", I started listening. I > considered and rejected a bunch of things (foil backed > graphite sheets, etc.) and finally found this stuff. > > http://www.lizardskin.com/pages/ceramic.php > > I called "the guy" over there, and he seemed to know what he > was talking about. I took notes at the time, but I've since > lost them. The point was that the paint is thick, it dries > VERY lightweight, and it apparently does a good job of > rejecting heat. It also kind of seals little voids which is > an added plus. I also took note of this page of the website: > > http://www.lizardskin.com/pages/testimonials4.php > > So there it was. It seemed to fit the bill, and I'll also > use some mylar faced fiberglass race car insulation on the > firewall and in the tunnel to add a bit more to the > insulating properties. Initially, I thought I'd just use it > in the tunnel area under my false floor, and under the > pilot/copilot floor as shown here > http://www.perfectlygoodairplane.net/Perfectlygoodairplane/Tun > nel%20Modi > fication.html > but after thinking more about it, I decided to do the > firewall as well. The pros are basically that it's supposed > to reduce the temp in the cabin, and seal the firewall a bit > extra (I also did firewall sealant around the seams and > nutplates). It sticks well to everything, and it's very > light. It's also water soluble and paintable. The cons? > Well the paint isn't smooth after you apply it. it's so > thick, that it's got kind of a car undercoat texture. It's > very messy to apply. You must mask very well and very > carefully. Also, you must peal the mask before the paint > fully dries. It uses a special gun that you have to buy. > There's no way you could spray it with a normal gun. No way. > Also, I suppose for inspections, you can't pull it away from > the firewall to see the condition of the shop heads and > stiffeners. I decided that I'd be ok with that, as long as I > could still see the steel engine mount thingys at the corners > of the firewall. So in the end, I masked those, and the > rivet lines for the forward fuse deck, and the attach point > for my parking brake, and painted the rest. I might also > paint the underside of the false floor I built in the tunnel > after I get the brackets riveted to it. > > As an aside, don't get to thinking that the sound deadening > stuff on the lizard skin website is going to be your friend, > because it's REALLY heavy. > > Hope that answers any questions. > > cj > #40410 > fuse > www.perfectlygoodairplane.net > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John W. Cox > Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 2:47 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: Firewall covering > > <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > Chris - as I was reviewing your website for cowl information > and pictures to balance with Deems great work, I noticed that > you and Bethany have a page on your website > http://www.perfectlygoodairplane.net/Perfectlygoodairplane/Fir ewall%20Pa inting.html that uses some interesting product. Can you expound with a new thread? John Cox #40600


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    Time: 10:44:19 AM PST US
    From: "Brian Douglas" <bsponcil@belinblank.org>
    Subject: Re: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge!
    It's too bad that we've come to expect so little from the people we give money to but I had a similar experience with Cleaveland Tools the other day. I needed a threaded #12 drill bit but really nothing else. Naturally the bit is like $2 and the cheapest shipping on the website is $5. But what are you going to do, if you need the bit you need the bit. So I ordered two of 'em, entered my CC etc and later that day someone from Cleaveland called to ask if it was ok to send the bits 1st class mail for $.50 instead of charging the $5. It's only $5 in a $100,000 project but service like that goes a long way in my book. -Brian Iowa City, IA #40497 Finishing Empennage ----- Original Message ----- From: "Deems Davis" <deemsdavis@cox.net> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 8:57 AM Subject: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! > fiberglass panel from (duh). I called Gary Wirrell, who not only agreed to > cut them but offered to do it for FREE!!!!! Gary has been monitoring some > of the msg boards and had seen previous posts favorable to Aerotronics and > wanted to return a favor. WOW! and just when I was beginning to think that > customer service was dead.


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    Time: 10:44:48 AM PST US
    Subject: Cabin cover fit pictures
    From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com>
    Yes an aeronautics manufacturer is considering such a product. It cannot be a "carbon copy", beyond exact attachment points and exterior detail airflow. The construction features, door hinging, security latching and safety items are (In my opinion) an improvement. To the novice, it would not be identifiable until the door opens. When the first canopy is installed, it would have to be tested to standards. John Cox ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of cloudvalley@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:55 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures Hello John, So is anyone going to develop a "carbon copy" alternative to the fiberglass canopy? My wife are not nearly ready yet; we have only finished the empennage, but we are interested. Please let us know more. Thank you Brian and Ruth Preston #40666 -------------- Original message -------------- From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > I appreciate Steve's contrarian view and consternation. A balance in > intelligent conversation is a good thing. So was the comment on corrosion. > > Each may be found to be baseless but is heartfelt and therefore worth reading. > Toray is the supplier, the shortage is only when buying hundreds of bolts of > production for commercial airliner manufacture (we use the stuff at work every > day)and only momentary in time as to supply shortages. It is not holding up > Boeing sales one iota. > > The world of plastic planes has come a long way from Styrofoam glued slabs, > hotwire and paper cup mixing process in darkened ga rages. The White Knight was > a great example. The heavens are now our limit. Fitment and finish is a matter > of mold building, quality control and where the labor is applied. I feel many > would like to take advantage of the QB concept on labor application, just like > doing repetitive rivets on the umpteenth wing rib. The marketplace will sort > out each person's place. The 51% rule should insure that each builder has the > knowledge and skill set to maintain the safety and airworthiness of their kit. > > I respectfully conclude Steve that if VANS canopy is of higher quality than your > workmanship on your last aircraft, we are talking totally of different issues. > Integrated roll bars, air distribution plenum with overhead lights and switches, > fitment to within 0.010", improved placement and adhesion of windows, advanced > door hinges and lockable latch assemblies are the improvements being c onside red. > Oh yes, don't let me forget the work Dave McNeill did on improved shoulder > harness mount points. Did I mention dozens of hours not washing off fiberglass > dust from your arms and purging your respiratory system to catch a breath. > > Carbon fiber is superior for antenna ground planes and static dissipation. The > wingtips would likely remain fiberglass for antennae concealment. A simple tape > of fiberglass impregnated resin has resolved the contact between dissimilar > materials on the nobility table for performance military aircraft for years. I > am confident that corrosion is not going to be an issue. The product will not be > for everyone. Nor is it intended to be. There may be some who would actually > like to build their own mold and lay it up. To each their own product. > > I suspect Mark's question was answered within your response. > > John Cox > #4060 0 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:42 AM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > Steve, > > Have you received your canopy? > > > > > >From: > >To: > >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > >Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:05:09 -0600 > > > >I have been following the thread about the quality of the canopy with some > >consternation; > > > >1. Graphite is currently in very short supply, and conseq uently the price > >is unreasonably high, if you can even locate it. The likelyhood of finding > >enough to build even one canopy is problematic. The outlook is not much > >better, because Boeing is grabbing up everything on the market. > > > >2. I built a glass airplane a few years ago, and compared to the quality I > >got on that kit, the Van's canopy is excellent. Fiberglass requires > >shaping, and lots of surface preparation. To expect a bolt on fiberglass > >part is unrealistic, and contrary to the whole idea of kit building. > > > >Steve Mills > >RV-10 40486 Slow-build > >Naperville, Illinois > >finishing fuselage > >Do Not Archive > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of > > ;cloud valley@comcast.net > > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 10:42 AM > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > > > > Hello Niko, > > My wife and I have just finished building our empennage kit; we have not > >ordered the rest of the kit yet. We are interested in the canopy/cowl > >discussions. Are these pictures you have of the fiberglass canopy? We are > >not sure what will transpire with Van's QC on theirs, or if you or someone > >will come up with something else. ( read your post about graphite). We are > >really naiive about this whole process, and are hoping this canopy/cowl > >problem will be resolved by the time we buy the rest of the kit. Thanks for > >your input. > > Brian and Ruth Preston > > #40666 > > > > -------------- Original message ------- ------ ://www


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    Time: 10:54:05 AM PST US
    From: "Fred Williams, M.D." <drfred@suddenlinkmail.com>
    Subject: Aileron Rigging
    Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up against the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up perfectly with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a lot more fun? Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong brackets for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. Fred Williams 40515


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    Time: 11:09:37 AM PST US
    From: "John Gonzalez" <indigoonlatigo@msn.com>
    Subject: Re: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge!
    Some of them will tape the bit or tool inside their catalog and ship it that way to also save you $$$$. It is a real nice feeling when people are watching out for you. JOhn >From: "Brian Douglas" <bsponcil@belinblank.org> >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 12:43:24 -0600 > > > >It's too bad that we've come to expect so little from the people we give >money to but I had a similar experience with Cleaveland Tools the other >day. I needed a threaded #12 drill bit but really nothing else. Naturally >the bit is like $2 and the cheapest shipping on the website is $5. But >what are you going to do, if you need the bit you need the bit. So I >ordered two of 'em, entered my CC etc and later that day someone from >Cleaveland called to ask if it was ok to send the bits 1st class mail for >$.50 instead of charging the $5. > >It's only $5 in a $100,000 project but service like that goes a long way in >my book. > > >-Brian > >Iowa City, IA >#40497 >Finishing Empennage > >----- Original Message ----- From: "Deems Davis" <deemsdavis@cox.net> >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> >Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 8:57 AM >Subject: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! > > >>fiberglass panel from (duh). I called Gary Wirrell, who not only agreed to >>cut them but offered to do it for FREE!!!!! Gary has been monitoring some >>of the msg boards and had seen previous posts favorable to Aerotronics and >>wanted to return a favor. WOW! and just when I was beginning to think that >>customer service was dead. > >


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    Time: 11:22:49 AM PST US
    From: "Mark Ritter" <mritter509@msn.com>
    Subject: Cabin cover fit pictures
    Us early adopters are missing out on all the good stuff starting to come down the pike. If this does become available and a builder goes that route just think of the "fibergalss education" they will miss. Mark (N410MR Flying) >From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 10:44:04 -0800 > >Yes an aeronautics manufacturer is considering such a product. > > >It cannot be a "carbon copy", beyond exact attachment points and >exterior detail airflow. The construction features, door hinging, >security latching and safety items are (In my opinion) an improvement. >To the novice, it would not be identifiable until the door opens. > > >When the first canopy is installed, it would have to be tested to >standards. > >John Cox > > >________________________________ > >From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of >cloudvalley@comcast.net >Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:55 AM >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > >Hello John, > >So is anyone going to develop a "carbon copy" alternative to the >fiberglass canopy? My wife are not nearly ready yet; we have only >finished the empennage, but we are interested. Please let us know more. >Thank you > > >Brian and Ruth Preston > >#40666 > > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: "John W. Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com> > > > > > I appreciate Steve's contrarian view and consternation. A >balance in > > intelligent conversation is a good thing. So was the comment >on corrosion. > > > > Each may be found to be baseless but is heartfelt and >therefore worth reading. > > Toray is the supplier, the shortage is only when buying >hundreds of bolts of > > production for commercial airliner manufacture (we use the >stuff at work every > > day)and only momentary in time as to supply shortages. It is >not holding up > > Boeing sales one iota. > > > > The world of plastic planes has come a long way from Styrofoam >glued slabs, > > hotwire and paper cup mixing process in darkened ga rages. The >White Knight was > > a great example. The heavens are now our limit. Fitment and >finish is a matter > > of mold building, quality control and where the labor is >applied. I feel many > > would like to take advantage of the QB concept on labor >application, just like > > doing repetitive rivets on the umpteenth wing rib. The >marketplace will sort > > out each person's place. The 51% rule should insure that each >builder has the > > knowledge and skill set to maintain the safety and >airworthiness of their kit. > > > > I respectfully conclude Steve that if VANS canopy is of higher >quality than your > > workmanship on your last aircraft, we are talking totally of >different issues. > > Integrated roll bars, air distribution plenum with overhead >lights and switches, > > fitment to within 0.010", improved placement and adhesion of >windows, advanced > > door hinges and lockable latch assemblies are the improvements >being c onside red. > > Oh yes, don't let me forget the work Dave McNeill did on >improved shoulder > > harness mount points. Did I mention dozens of hours not >washing off fiberglass > > dust from your arms and purging your respiratory system to >catch a breath. > > > > Carbon fiber is superior for antenna ground planes and static >dissipation. The > > wingtips would likely remain fiberglass for antennae >concealment. A simple tape > > of fiberglass impregnated resin has resolved the contact >between dissimilar > > materials on the nobility table for performance military >aircraft for years. I > > am confident that corrosion is not going to be an issue. The >product will not be > > for everyone. Nor is it intended to be. There may be some who >would actually > > like to build their own mold and lay it up. To each their own >product. > > > > I suspect Mark's question was answered within your response. > > > > John Cox > > #4060 0 > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of >Mark Ritter > > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 9:42 AM > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > > > > Steve, > > > > Have you received your canopy? > > > > > > > > > > >From: > > >To: > > >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > >Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:05:09 -0600 > > > > > >I have been following the thread about the quality of the >canopy with some > > >consternation; > > > > > >1. Graphite is currently in very short supply, and conseq >uently the price > > >is unreasonably high, if you can even locate it. The >likelyhood of finding > > >enough to build even one canopy is problematic. The outlook >is not much > > >better, because Boeing is grabbing up everything on the >market. > > > > > >2. I built a glass airplane a few years ago, and compared to >the quality I > > >got on that kit, the Van's canopy is excellent. Fiberglass >requires > > >shaping, and lots of surface preparation. To expect a bolt on >fiberglass > > >part is unrealistic, and contrary to the whole idea of kit >building. > > > > > >Steve Mills > > >RV-10 40486 Slow-build > > >Naperville, Illinois > > >finishing fuselage > > >Do Not Archive > > > > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > > >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com]On Behalf Of > > > ;cloud valley@comcast.net > > > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 10:42 AM > > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > > > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin cover fit pictures > > > > > > > > > Hello Niko, > > > My wife and I have just finished building our empennage kit; >we have not > > >ordered the rest of the kit yet. We are interested in the >canopy/cowl > > >discussions. Are these pictures you have of the fiberglass >canopy? We are > > >not sure what will transpire with Van's QC on theirs, or if >you or someone > > >will come up with something else. ( read your post about >graphite). We are > > >really naiive about this whole process, and are hoping this >canopy/cowl > > >problem will be resolved by the time we buy the rest of the >kit. Thanks for > > >your input. > > > Brian and Ruth Preston > > > #40666 > > > > > > -------------- Original message ------- ------ ://www > > _________________________________________________________________ The MSN Entertainment Guide to Golden Globes is here. Get all the scoop. http://tv.msn.com/tv/globes2007/?icid=nctagline2


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    Time: 11:36:31 AM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: James Cowl Question
    Pascal, When it comes to these specialty add-ons and upgrades, the thing to keep in mind is that the generic, plans-built RV-10, with only the standard creature comfort add-ons, will be quite a nice airplane indeed. There are possible, and even some definite benefits, depending on your needs or desires, that can be had by changing props, pistons, cowlings, engines, fuel injection systems, electrical ignition systems, and things like that. There is one important thing to keep in mind though, for those who have any budget worries. In probably most to nearly all of these cases, the end-product incremental advantage of these things is an extremely small percentage of the already nice plane you would have built without those add-ons. That's in no way knocking those products, as to the people with them, they may place higher value on those features than other builders. Some people like pretty 3-blade props, some like electronic ignition, and so on. The chance though, that you'll actually gain truly *meaningful* measurable differences in knots, or many other measuring sticks, is really small. So for those on tight budgets, you're not losing much by going with the basics. That might be blasphemy to those who truly love the upgrade, but honestly, the value added is not "necessity"....it's in their personal desire. For me, the most desirable upgrades were the electronic ignition and fuel injection, allowing a great running engine at low fuel flows. The rest was gravy. The interesting thing is, I would bet that even if someone picked the best prop, best cowl, Hi comp pistons, F.I. and Elect. Ign., and a few more goodies and did them ALL, they're still talking about owning a plane that flies probably within 0-10 kts of the other guy, and both guys will love their planes. I myself am looking at hearing the results of the cowl tests, because if those can statistically prove that ALL of the proposed benefits come true, then I'll consider a cowl swap at the right time and price in the future...it'll depend on the actual numbers though, as I've already determined that I've got plenty enough enjoyment factor for me. ;) So that doesn't answer your question, but just rest assured that however you build it, you will probably find very acceptable in the end. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive Pascal wrote: > > In my days researching the Lancair ES (when it was still affordable to > buy their kit and they didn't add the carbon canopy ;-) ) Aerocomposite > was the blade of choice. I can understand when one is spending 225K for > a composite plane that 13K (at the time) was nothing, but for a plane > close to half that price is 14.4K really that much better in > performance, appearance or reason one would go this way, than an MT for > 7-8K? > > Honestly just asking so I know. Not questioning the decision to chose > the more expensive blade just wondering in my cost cutting if 6K is > worth the price.. For example, 6K in an engine may produce something to > show for the difference in price.. what about this blade? > Pascal > ----- Original Message ----- From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" > <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:09 AM > Subject: RE: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > >> <rvbuilder@sausen.net> >> >> If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT for no >> extra charge. >> >> Michael >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >> [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis >> Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM >> To: rv10-list@matronics.com >> Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question >> >> >> I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites >> http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop >> from. >> >> Deems Davis # 406 >> Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) >> http://deemsrv10.com/ >> >> Ben Westfall wrote: >> >>> Deems, >>> >>> What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? >>> >>> -Ben Westfall >>> >>> Portland, OR >>> >>> #40579 - gas tanks >>> >>> * >>> >>> >>> * >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > >


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    Time: 11:39:54 AM PST US
    From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com>
    Subject: Aileron Rigging
    I think that is correct.....3 degrees reflex for the flaps and Aileron. Rene' Felker 40322 N423CF 801-721-6080 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fred Williams, M.D. Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 11:48 AM Subject: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging <drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up against the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up perfectly with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a lot more fun? Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong brackets for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. Fred Williams 40515


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    Time: 11:43:09 AM PST US
    Subject: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    From: "zackrv8" <zackrv8@verizon.net>
    Guys, Here is another solution to the Axle Extenders for the wheelpants on the RV10. Since the Vans supplied extenders are having problems in the field, my brother Jim (who is an engineer) came up with a solution. The pics below show his design. The axle extender rod is hollow in the center. This setup is lighter, thats right, lighter in weight than Van's nut and bolt on extender. It doesn't look like it in the pics, but it is! And it's stronger too! The one piece billet axle rod screws onto the axle. The Capture washer was machine to fit exactly on the axle rod extender and is bonded onto the wheel pant just as Vans has you do with his. The capture washer distributes the loads on the wheelpant with this plug and socket design. If you want a set, my brother Jim is selling them for $150.00 a pair plus $5 for shipping. Call him at 302-250-7872 or email him at czachorowski@mindspring.com Zack -------- RV8 #80125 RV10 # 40512 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=88366#88366 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06871_155.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06874_109.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06866_210.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06862_623.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06853_357.jpg


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    Time: 11:55:28 AM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: Aileron Rigging
    Fred, The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So what you're seeing is by design. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: > <drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> > > Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. > > First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up > against the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up > perfectly with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the > airfoil profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is > this the normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip > fiberglass a lot more fun? > Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong > brackets for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones > out gratis. > > Fred Williams > 40515


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    Time: 12:31:23 PM PST US
    From: "Mark Ritter" <mritter509@msn.com>
    Subject: Re: Aileron Rigging
    Tim - So with the stick in the neutral position the aileron trailing edges should be lined up with the flap trailing edges when the flaps are in the "0" position? Still doing some minor rigging. Mark >From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:14 -0600 > > >Fred, > >The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, >the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your >first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So >what you're seeing is by design. > >Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >do not archive > > >Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: >><drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> >> >>Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. >> >>First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up against >>the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up perfectly >>with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil >>profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the >>normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a >>lot more fun? >>Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong brackets >>for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. >> >>Fred Williams >>40515 > > _________________________________________________________________ Dave vs. Carl: The Insignificant Championship Series. Who will win?


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    Time: 12:53:32 PM PST US
    From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com>
    Subject: Aileron Rigging
    I think it should be in the reflex position -3 degrees. But I am not to that step and will be looking forward to Tim's answer. Rene' Felker 40322 N423CF 801-721-6080 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:30 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging Tim - So with the stick in the neutral position the aileron trailing edges should be lined up with the flap trailing edges when the flaps are in the "0" position? Still doing some minor rigging. Mark >From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:14 -0600 > > >Fred, > >The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, >the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your >first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So >what you're seeing is by design. > >Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >do not archive > > >Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: >><drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> >> >>Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. >> >>First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up against >>the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up perfectly >>with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil >>profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the >>normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a >>lot more fun? >>Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong brackets >>for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. >> >>Fred Williams >>40515 > > _________________________________________________________________ Dave vs. Carl: The Insignificant Championship Series. Who will win?


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    Time: 01:04:00 PM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Axle Extender length needed
    For those U-1004B axle extenders that hold the wheel fairings on.....what is the overall length of the original parts as supplied by Van's? I just happened to give an old friend a ride this last weekend and he told me he has his own lathe and if I ever wanted anything made, just ask. So, I shot him the idea of the axle extenders, and he says he'll do it for free for me including the aluminum. So, I can't resist that deal and although I feel like I'm taking advantage of him, I'm going to "let" him make them for me. ;) All I need is the original part length. I'm going to have him make them 1.25" diameter on the fat end, tapering quickly (kind of like an intake valve but not that quick) to 7/8" to save weight. Then drill and tap the outside end for (AN4) 1/4-28 like the originals so I don't have to change screws, but the inside end I guess I'll make (AN5) 5/16-24 for a little extra toughness. If you can shoot me the length though, he wants to get the material ordered for pickup tomorrow. Thanks to whoever can reply. -- Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive


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    Time: 01:06:21 PM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: Aileron Rigging
    I think that's how I lined mine up. That way when in cruise you have everything lined up, in theory. In practice, I think there is some loading on the ailerons that maybe changes the alignment a bit. I didn't want my ailerons to be drooped below the fully retracted flaps though, to get the least drag. It's been a looong time since I aligned mine now, so don't take it as gospel truth, but I think that's how it is. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive Mark Ritter wrote: > > Tim - So with the stick in the neutral position the aileron trailing > edges should be lined up with the flap trailing edges when the flaps are > in the "0" position? Still doing some minor rigging. > > Mark > > > > >> From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> >> To: rv10-list@matronics.com >> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging >> Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:14 -0600 >> >> >> Fred, >> >> The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, >> the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your >> first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So >> what you're seeing is by design. >> >> Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >> do not archive >> >> >> Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: >>> <drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> >>> >>> Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. >>> >>> First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up >>> against the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match >>> up perfectly with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down >>> the airfoil profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees >>> Up. Is this the normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the >>> wingtip fiberglass a lot more fun? >>> Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong >>> brackets for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones >>> out gratis. >>> >>> Fred Williams >>> 40515 >> >> >> >> > > _________________________________________________________________ > Dave vs. Carl: The Insignificant Championship Series. Who will win? > > > >


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    Time: 01:09:41 PM PST US
    From: "ddddsp1@juno.com" <ddddsp1@juno.com>
    Subject: Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    For those of us that have already DRILLED the hub for the cotter pin wha t would we do? It does not appear your solution has a cotter pin hole d rilled into it. Dean ________________________________________________________________________ FREE Reminder Service - NEW from AmericanGreetings.com Click HERE and never forget a Birthday or Anniversary again! http://track.juno.com/s/lc?s=197335&u=http://www.americangreetings.c om/products/online_calendar.pd?c=uol5752 <html><P>For those of us that have already DRILLED the hub for the cotte r pin what would we do?&nbsp; It does not appear your solution has a cot ter pin hole drilled into it.</P> <P>Dean</P> <font face="Times-New-Roman" size="2"><br><br>______________________ __________________________________________________<br> <a href="http://track.juno.com/s/lc?s=197335&u=http://www.american greetings.com/products/online_calendar.pd?c=uol5752"><B>FREE</B> Remin der Service - NEW from AmericanGreetings.com<br> <B>Click HERE</B> and never forget a Birthday or Anniversary again!</a>< br></font> <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> </b></font></pre></body></html>


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    Time: 02:04:50 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    From: "zackrv8" <zackrv8@verizon.net>
    Dean, The holes will be drilled in at the same dimensions as Van's cap. These pics were taken literally 1 hour before I posted them. The axle extender was still warm from the CNC. Jim will drill the holes in the production models. They will fit right on! Joe [quote="ddddsp1(at)juno.com"]For those of us that have already DRILLED the hub for the cotter pin what would we do? It does not appear your solution has a cotter pin hole drilled into it. Dean ________________________________________________________________________ FREE Reminder Service - NEW from AmericanGreetings.com Click HERE and never forget a Birthday or Anniversary again! > [b] -------- RV8 #80125 RV10 # 40512 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=88395#88395


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    Time: 02:04:50 PM PST US
    From: "Mark Ritter" <mritter509@msn.com>
    Subject: Aileron Rigging
    I think that was Tim's reply. The aileron trailing edges should line up with the flaps in the -3 reflex position. Mark >From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com> >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:51 -0700 > > >I think it should be in the reflex position -3 degrees. But I am not to >that step and will be looking forward to Tim's answer. > >Rene' Felker >40322 >N423CF >801-721-6080 > >-----Original Message----- >From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter >Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:30 PM >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging > > >Tim - So with the stick in the neutral position the aileron trailing edges >should be lined up with the flap trailing edges when the flaps are in the >"0" position? Still doing some minor rigging. > >Mark > > > >From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> > >To: rv10-list@matronics.com > >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging > >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:14 -0600 > > > > > >Fred, > > > >The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, > >the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your > >first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So > >what you're seeing is by design. > > > >Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > >do not archive > > > > > >Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: > >><drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> > >> > >>Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. > >> > >>First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up >against > >>the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up >perfectly > >>with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil > >>profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the > >>normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a > >>lot more fun? > >>Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong >brackets > > >>for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. > >> > >>Fred Williams > >>40515 > > > > > > > > > >_________________________________________________________________ >Dave vs. Carl: The Insignificant Championship Series. Who will win? > > _________________________________________________________________ Valentines Day -- Shop for gifts that spell L-O-V-E at MSN Shopping http://shopping.msn.com/content/shp/?ctId=8323,ptnrid=37,ptnrdata=24095&tcode=wlmtagline


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    Time: 02:39:40 PM PST US
    From: Niko <owl40188@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Window Trim
    Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not.=0A=0ANiko=0A40188=0AFun wit h fiberglass


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    Time: 03:07:57 PM PST US
    From: "David Boone" <david555@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: Changed to prop decision
    For me, The prop decision will depend upon an ability to get specific information from Aerocomposite on the vibration differential compared to the Hartzell. I would prefer the Aerocomposite 2 blade if the vibration reduction is significant. I personally don't believe in the long term viability of a wooden prop in consideration of my type of flying and in the area I live. (High Moisture, 12% equilibrium moisture content) I just had a catastrophic engine failure in a Cessna 310 where the jug connecting bolts vibrated loose and the #1jug, part of the exhaust and part of the case departed the airplane in flight. Both the FAA and Avemco said that is was "not uncommon" in both the Continental and the Lycoming engines. David Boone 40138 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pascal" <rv10builder@verizon.net> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:14 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > In my days researching the Lancair ES (when it was still affordable to buy > their kit and they didn't add the carbon canopy ;-) ) Aerocomposite was > the blade of choice. I can understand when one is spending 225K for a > composite plane that 13K (at the time) was nothing, but for a plane close > to half that price is 14.4K really that much better in performance, > appearance or reason one would go this way, than an MT for 7-8K? > > Honestly just asking so I know. Not questioning the decision to chose the > more expensive blade just wondering in my cost cutting if 6K is worth the > price.. For example, 6K in an engine may produce something to show for the > difference in price.. what about this blade? > Pascal > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:09 AM > Subject: RE: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > >> <rvbuilder@sausen.net> >> >> If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT for no >> extra charge. >> >> Michael >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >> [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis >> Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM >> To: rv10-list@matronics.com >> Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question >> >> >> I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites >> http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop >> from. >> >> Deems Davis # 406 >> Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) >> http://deemsrv10.com/ >> >> Ben Westfall wrote: >> >>> Deems, >>> >>> What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? >>> >>> -Ben Westfall >>> >>> Portland, OR >>> >>> #40579 - gas tanks >>> >>>* >>> >>> >>>* >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > >


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    Time: 03:14:53 PM PST US
    From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    If you haven't installed your windows yet, it's not all that hard to make you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made some up for me. check here for how it did it. http://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm. Depending on how Accuracy trimed the openings for the windows, there could be some variance between planes. Deems Davis # 406 Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) http://deemsrv10.com/ Niko wrote: > Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy > Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. > > Niko > 40188 > Fun with fiberglass > >* > > >* >


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    Time: 03:19:00 PM PST US
    From: "Mike Lauritsen - Work" <mike@cleavelandtool.com>
    Subject: Cleaveland Shipping was: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free
    of charge! Thanks Brian for the kind words, please share your secrets on building progress while having a new child :) We try and follow the 'do unto others...' approach. I know I hate paying big shipping for a little part. I have finally talked my wife into looking at the shipping cost before she decides buying something online is a great deal. To clarify our shipping we are able to ship many things via mail. However the website is not nearly as smart as the post office employees that write those 4 volume set 3" thick per volume list of rules. We had terrible errors at first when we offered First Class postage on the web. Customers would choose it because it would only cost $0.53 to ship an entire kit. So we had to remove it as an option. If you don't care how it is shipped but want it the cheapest choose 'BST - CAT will pick the best way' this will show you the UPS ground rate, but it cues us to look and see if there is a better way, and we do it without asking. You can also type a note in the 'special instructions' section of the check out to specify that you want it a special way, such as 'please buy this a seat on the next United flight into LA so that I can use it after work'. We are always happy to accommodate (this time of year I might share the seat with the tool). More common special instructions are: "Please use US mail as this address does not accept UPS" or "Ship cheapest way to arrive by ______" I think most other vendors are willing to accommodate special requests also. Thanks again for everyone's support. Mike On 1/17/07, John Gonzalez <indigoonlatigo@msn.com> wrote: > > > Some of them will tape the bit or tool inside their catalog and ship it > that > way to also save you $$$$. > > It is a real nice feeling when people are watching out for you. > > JOhn > > > >From: "Brian Douglas" <bsponcil@belinblank.org> > >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! > >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 12:43:24 -0600 > > > > > > > > > >It's too bad that we've come to expect so little from the people we give > >money to but I had a similar experience with Cleaveland Tools the other > >day. I needed a threaded #12 drill bit but really nothing > else. Naturally > >the bit is like $2 and the cheapest shipping on the website is $5. But > >what are you going to do, if you need the bit you need the bit. So I > >ordered two of 'em, entered my CC etc and later that day someone from > >Cleaveland called to ask if it was ok to send the bits 1st class mail for > >$.50 instead of charging the $5. > > > >It's only $5 in a $100,000 project but service like that goes a long way > in > >my book. > > > > > >-Brian > > > >Iowa City, IA > >#40497 > >Finishing Empennage > > > >----- Original Message ----- From: "Deems Davis" <deemsdavis@cox.net> > >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > >Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 8:57 AM > >Subject: RV10-List: Spelling/Typing lessons offered free of charge! > > > > > >>fiberglass panel from (duh). I called Gary Wirrell, who not only agreed > to > >>cut them but offered to do it for FREE!!!!! Gary has been monitoring > some > >>of the msg boards and had seen previous posts favorable to Aerotronics > and > >>wanted to return a favor. WOW! and just when I was beginning to think > that > >>customer service was dead. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- Mike Lauritsen Cleaveland Aircraft Tool 515-432-6794 www.cleavelandtool.com


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    Time: 03:41:58 PM PST US
    From: rv10builder <rv10builder@bellsouth.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    I sure wish I had known that little trick of Deems prior to installing my rear windows! Well...at least it's not too late for the remaining three. So what are they charging for the trim? I sent them an e-mail a couple of weeks ago and didn't get a response. Niko wrote: > Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy > Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. > > Niko > 40188 > Fun with fiberglass > * > > > *


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    Time: 03:42:14 PM PST US
    From: rv10builder <rv10builder@bellsouth.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    I sure wish I had known that little trick of Deems prior to installing my rear windows! Well...at least it's not too late for the remaining three. So what are they charging for the trim? I sent them an e-mail a couple of weeks ago and didn't get a response. Brian #40308 Niko wrote: > Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy > Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. > > Niko > 40188 > Fun with fiberglass > * > > > *


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    Time: 03:45:50 PM PST US
    From: "Fred Williams, M.D." <drfred@suddenlinkmail.com>
    Subject: Aileron rigging
    Tim/Rene' Thanks. As with most things if one follows the directions it works out. It just didn't look quite right. And, I wish in the next revision Vans would add a comment to that effect in the plans. Fred.


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    Time: 03:49:03 PM PST US
    Subject: Aileron Rigging
    From: "Randy DeBauw" <Randy@abros.com>
    With the flaps in the -3 or full up position the ailerons should be aligned with the flap. You can tell if they are all the way up because they should bottom out on the rear spar doubler. I know because I flew to Oshkosh with them aligned in the 0 deg position and lost about 6 mph of top speed. Randy 40006 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 2:02 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging I think that was Tim's reply. The aileron trailing edges should line up with the flaps in the -3 reflex position. Mark >From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com> >To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> >Subject: RE: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:51 -0700 > > >I think it should be in the reflex position -3 degrees. But I am not to >that step and will be looking forward to Tim's answer. > >Rene' Felker >40322 >N423CF >801-721-6080 > >-----Original Message----- >From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Mark Ritter >Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:30 PM >To: rv10-list@matronics.com >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging > > >Tim - So with the stick in the neutral position the aileron trailing edges >should be lined up with the flap trailing edges when the flaps are in the >"0" position? Still doing some minor rigging. > >Mark > > > >From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> > >To: rv10-list@matronics.com > >Subject: Re: RV10-List: Aileron Rigging > >Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:53:14 -0600 > > > > > >Fred, > > > >The full-up position of the flaps on the RV-10 is -3 degrees, > >the "reflex" position. If you get the flap position system, your > >first click of flaps down gives you 0 (zero) degrees. So > >what you're seeing is by design. > > > >Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > >do not archive > > > > > >Fred Williams, M.D. wrote: > >><drfred@suddenlinkmail.com> > >> > >>Question about the aileron rigging and what is normal. > >> > >>First: On page 23-9 I have attached the flaps and let them but up >against > >>the W-1007 rear spar doubler plate. The ailerons then match up >perfectly > >>with the ends of the flaps. However, when I sight down the airfoil > >>profile, it looks like the flap is a couple of degrees Up. Is this the > >>normal starting place? Won't that make fitting the wingtip fiberglass a > >>lot more fun? > >>Second: kudos to the guys at trutrack. I ended up with the wrong >brackets > > >>for installing the roll servo and they sent the correct ones out gratis. > >> > >>Fred Williams > >>40515 > > > > > > > > > >_________________________________________________________________ >Dave vs. Carl: The Insignificant Championship Series. Who will win? > > _________________________________________________________________ Valentine's Day -- Shop for gifts that spell L-O-V-E at MSN Shopping http://shopping.msn.com/content/shp/?ctId=8323,ptnrid=37,ptnrdata=24095&tcode=wlmtagline


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    Time: 04:03:38 PM PST US
    From: jerry petersen <bldanrv9a@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Axle Extender length needed
    I don't have it here in front of me but I measured ours last week and 3 3/8 inches is what I remember. Jerry --- Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> wrote: > <Tim@MyRV10.com> > > For those U-1004B axle extenders that hold the wheel > fairings on.....what is the overall length of the > original parts as supplied by Van's? > > I just happened to give an old friend a ride this > last > weekend and he told me he has his own lathe and if I > ever wanted anything made, just ask. So, I shot him > the idea of the axle extenders, and he says he'll do > it for free for me including the aluminum. So, I > can't > resist that deal and although I feel like I'm taking > advantage of him, I'm going to "let" him make them > for > me. ;) All I need is the original part length. > > I'm going to have him make them 1.25" diameter on > the > fat end, tapering quickly (kind of like an intake > valve > but not that quick) to 7/8" to save weight. Then > drill and tap the outside end for (AN4) 1/4-28 like > the > originals so I don't have to change screws, but the > inside end I guess I'll make (AN5) 5/16-24 for a > little > extra toughness. > > If you can shoot me the length though, he wants to > get > the material ordered for pickup tomorrow. Thanks > to whoever can reply. > > -- > Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > do not archive > > > browse > Subscriptions page, > FAQ, > http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List > > Web Forums! > > > > > Food fight? Enjoy some healthy debate in the Yahoo! Answers Food & Drink Q&A. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=list&sid=396545367


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    Time: 04:35:28 PM PST US
    From: Niko <owl40188@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    Deems,=0A=0AThats very nice. I will try that also.=0A=0ABy the way, I bel ieve the cost from Accuracy is $295 for a set. I am not sure how many you get though. I don't think you get the windshield fairing it might only be the two side windows in the Cabin Cover.=0A=0ANiko=0A40188=0A=0A=0A----- Or iginal Message ----=0AFrom: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net>=0ATo: rv10-lis t@matronics.com=0ASent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 6:13:05 PM=0ASubject: R vis <deemsdavis@cox.net>=0A=0AIf you haven't installed your windows yet, it 's not all that hard to =0Amake you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made =0Asome up for me. check here for how it did it. =0Ah ttp://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm.=0A=0ADepending on how Accuracy tri med the openings for the windows, there =0Acould be some variance between p lanes.=0A=0ADeems Davis # 406=0AFinishing - ( A Misnomer ! )=0Ahttp://deems rv10.com/=0A=0ANiko wrote:=0A=0A> Has anyone installed the fiberglass windo w trim from Accuracy =0A> Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get t hem or not.=0A> =0A> Niko=0A> 40188=0A> Fun with fiberglass=0A>=0A>*=0A> ====


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    Time: 05:05:55 PM PST US
    From: Larry Rosen <LarryRosen@comcast.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    So Deems, when you bend the fiberglass over the window towards the outside. So the frame makes the window opening slightly smaller. What did you use to trim the "green" fiberglass flush with the outside, just a razor blade? Did you use plastic wrap as peel ply to smooth the inside? Larry Deems Davis wrote: > > If you haven't installed your windows yet, it's not all that hard to > make you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made > some up for me. check here for how it did it. > http://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm. > > Depending on how Accuracy trimed the openings for the windows, there > could be some variance between planes. > > Deems Davis # 406 > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > Niko wrote: > >> Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy >> Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. >> >> Niko >> 40188 >> Fun with fiberglass >> >> * >> >> >> * >> > >


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    Time: 05:34:54 PM PST US
    From: rv10builder <rv10builder@bellsouth.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    From the looks of their site you get 5 pieces: http://www.accuracyavionics.com/v1/fiberglassoptions.html Brian Niko wrote: > Deems, > > Thats very nice. I will try that also. > > By the way, I believe the cost from Accuracy is $295 for a set. I am > not sure how many you get though. I don't think you get the > windshield fairing it might only be the two side windows in the Cabin > Cover. > > Niko > 40188 > > ----- Original Message ---- > From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net> > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 6:13:05 PM > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Window Trim > > > If you haven't installed your windows yet, it's not all that hard to > make you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made > some up for me. check here for how it did it. > http://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm. > > Depending on how Accuracy trimed the openings for the windows, there > could be some variance between planes. > > Deems Davis # 406 > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > Niko wrote: > > > Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy > > Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. > > > > Niko > > 40188 > > Fun with --> > > <http://forums.matronics.com/> > * > > > *


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    Time: 05:47:04 PM PST US
    From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse@saintaviation.com>
    Subject: Axle Extender length needed
    3 5/16 is the normal axle extender. We made the replacement 3 3/8 to eliminate the steel washer on the exle nut side, since the load does not need to be relieved by the washer. We made it the same thickness as the washer the whole way out (adds a couple of ounces total) with flats for a wrench in the middle. Making the inside threads 5/16's is what we did also. Anybody with access to a lathe and just the basic skills could make these in no time flat, especially if you keep it a cylinder and don't want to taper it, but either way it will work fine and still be easy to do. Again, the flats can be added with a file if you don't know how to use a mill, or you could drill a hole through and use a rod to hold it while you tighten the bolt on the axle side. Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com www.saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Tim Olson Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 4:03 PM Subject: RV10-List: Axle Extender length needed For those U-1004B axle extenders that hold the wheel fairings on.....what is the overall length of the original parts as supplied by Van's? I just happened to give an old friend a ride this last weekend and he told me he has his own lathe and if I ever wanted anything made, just ask. So, I shot him the idea of the axle extenders, and he says he'll do it for free for me including the aluminum. So, I can't resist that deal and although I feel like I'm taking advantage of him, I'm going to "let" him make them for me. ;) All I need is the original part length. I'm going to have him make them 1.25" diameter on the fat end, tapering quickly (kind of like an intake valve but not that quick) to 7/8" to save weight. Then drill and tap the outside end for (AN4) 1/4-28 like the originals so I don't have to change screws, but the inside end I guess I'll make (AN5) 5/16-24 for a little extra toughness. If you can shoot me the length though, he wants to get the material ordered for pickup tomorrow. Thanks to whoever can reply. -- Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive -- 4:36 PM


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    Time: 05:52:04 PM PST US
    From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse@saintaviation.com>
    Subject: James Cowl Question
    One value of the more expensive prop, of course, is perceived value. One car is perceived more valuable than another sometimes just because it cost more, not necessarily because it is better. If you gain performance with the 14.4K prop, I doubt it will be 8K worth (all IMHO). For that price you could get two Hartzels and have a 4-blade. :-) I personally have an aversion to composite props, but that's all I say. My dad was with an organization in Mali with a Caravan with composite props and they didn't last worth anything with the sand. That was a long time ago, but the memory sticks. So, I would recommend going with the aluminum cheap prop, but that's just me. The composite looks cool, but at 2,700rpm and 200mph, you'll hardly notice. Oh yeah, and with the aluminum prop you don't have to do all the pinhole filling and sanding. That's enough of a reason in itself. :-) Do not archive. Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com www.saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Pascal Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:14 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question In my days researching the Lancair ES (when it was still affordable to buy their kit and they didn't add the carbon canopy ;-) ) Aerocomposite was the blade of choice. I can understand when one is spending 225K for a composite plane that 13K (at the time) was nothing, but for a plane close to half that price is 14.4K really that much better in performance, appearance or reason one would go this way, than an MT for 7-8K? Honestly just asking so I know. Not questioning the decision to chose the more expensive blade just wondering in my cost cutting if 6K is worth the price.. For example, 6K in an engine may produce something to show for the difference in price.. what about this blade? Pascal ----- Original Message ----- From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net> Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:09 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > > If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT for no > extra charge. > > Michael > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > > I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites > http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop > from. > > Deems Davis # 406 > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > Ben Westfall wrote: > >> Deems, >> >> What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? >> >> -Ben Westfall >> >> Portland, OR >> >> #40579 - gas tanks >> >>* >> >> >>* >> > > > -- 4:36 PM


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    Time: 06:01:35 PM PST US
    From: "Jesse Saint" <jesse@saintaviation.com>
    Subject: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    This is, obviously to me, a perfect solution. I just don't want to spend the $155. For those who don't mind the price tag, this is definitely the way to go. Hello, Van's, it's time for ya'll to do something like this. Do not archive. Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com www.saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of zackrv8 Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 2:43 PM Subject: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe Guys, Here is another solution to the Axle Extenders for the wheelpants on the RV10. Since the Vans supplied extenders are having problems in the field, my brother Jim (who is an engineer) came up with a solution. The pics below show his design. The axle extender rod is hollow in the center. This setup is lighter, thats right, lighter in weight than Van's nut and bolt on extender. It doesn't look like it in the pics, but it is! And it's stronger too! The one piece billet axle rod screws onto the axle. The Capture washer was machine to fit exactly on the axle rod extender and is bonded onto the wheel pant just as Vans has you do with his. The capture washer distributes the loads on the wheelpant with this plug and socket design. If you want a set, my brother Jim is selling them for $150.00 a pair plus $5 for shipping. Call him at 302-250-7872 or email him at czachorowski@mindspring.com Zack -------- RV8 #80125 RV10 # 40512 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=88366#88366 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06871_155.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06874_109.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06866_210.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06862_623.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06853_357.jpg -- 4:36 PM


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    Time: 06:26:16 PM PST US
    Subject: Window Trim
    From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net>
    An old scissors (still sharp but not your significant others favorite) is your best bet. Michael -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Larry Rosen Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:02 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Window Trim So Deems, when you bend the fiberglass over the window towards the outside. So the frame makes the window opening slightly smaller. What did you use to trim the "green" fiberglass flush with the outside, just a razor blade? Did you use plastic wrap as peel ply to smooth the inside? Larry Deems Davis wrote: > > If you haven't installed your windows yet, it's not all that hard to > make you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made > some up for me. check here for how it did it. > http://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm. > > Depending on how Accuracy trimed the openings for the windows, there > could be some variance between planes. > > Deems Davis # 406 > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > Niko wrote: > >> Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy >> Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. >> >> Niko >> 40188 >> Fun with fiberglass >> >> * >> >> >> * >> > >


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    Time: 06:41:19 PM PST US
    Subject: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    From: "Lloyd, Daniel R." <LloydDR@wernerco.com>
    Jesse The easy way is to take 1" bar stock, cut it a little over size in length, use a disc sander and square both ends to final length, use a drill press and drill both ends the appropriate hole size, tap them and you are done. About 15 minutes and about $5 bucks in parts, the shipping is the killer. Dan -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 9:01 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe This is, obviously to me, a perfect solution. I just don't want to spend the $155. For those who don't mind the price tag, this is definitely the way to go. Hello, Van's, it's time for ya'll to do something like this. Do not archive. Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com www.saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of zackrv8 Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 2:43 PM Subject: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe Guys, Here is another solution to the Axle Extenders for the wheelpants on the RV10. Since the Vans supplied extenders are having problems in the field, my brother Jim (who is an engineer) came up with a solution. The pics below show his design. The axle extender rod is hollow in the center. This setup is lighter, thats right, lighter in weight than Van's nut and bolt on extender. It doesn't look like it in the pics, but it is! And it's stronger too! The one piece billet axle rod screws onto the axle. The Capture washer was machine to fit exactly on the axle rod extender and is bonded onto the wheel pant just as Vans has you do with his. The capture washer distributes the loads on the wheelpant with this plug and socket design. If you want a set, my brother Jim is selling them for $150.00 a pair plus $5 for shipping. Call him at 302-250-7872 or email him at czachorowski@mindspring.com Zack -------- RV8 #80125 RV10 # 40512 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=88366#88366 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06871_155.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06874_109.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06866_210.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06862_623.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06853_357.jpg -- 4:36 PM


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    Time: 07:06:19 PM PST US
    From: Jeff Carpenter <jeff@westcottpress.com>
    Subject: Re: James Cowl Question... more on prop selection
    This falls in the "for what it's worth" category, but when I had my Combat Fighter Experience" at Fullerton Airport a few months back, they had Extra 300's with both Hartzel metal props and MT composite props. I asked about their preference, and they said they preferred the metal props by far. The MT props were much more maintenance intensive and for them, the performance benefits weren't worth it. These planes are running hard all day long, so they are placing a much higher demand on them than I imagine we would and I'm sure it's possible that the decreased maintenance interval is something we wouldn't notice. Jeff Carpenter 40304 ... waiting for the Tech Counselor before I close up my wings. Do Not Archive On Jan 17, 2007, at 5:51 PM, Jesse Saint wrote: > One value of the more expensive prop, of course, is perceived > value. One car is perceived more valuable than another sometimes > just because it cost more, not necessarily because it is better. > If you gain performance with the 14.4K prop, I doubt it will be 8K > worth (all IMHO). For that price you could get two Hartzels and > have a 4-blade. J I personally have an aversion to composite props, > but that=92s all I say. My dad was with an organization in Mali with > a Caravan with composite props and they didn=92t last worth anything > with the sand. That was a long time ago, but the memory sticks. > So, I would recommend going with the aluminum cheap prop, but > that=92s just me. The composite looks cool, but at 2,700rpm and > 200mph, you=92ll hardly notice. Oh yeah, and with the aluminum prop > you don=92t have to do all the pinhole filling and sanding. That=92s > enough of a reason in itself. J > > Do not archive. > > Jesse Saint > > Saint Aviation, Inc. > > jesse@saintaviation.com > > www.saintaviation.com > > Cell: 352-427-0285 > > Fax: 815-377-3694 > > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list- > server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Pascal > Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:14 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > > In my days researching the Lancair ES (when it was still affordable > to buy > > their kit and they didn't add the carbon canopy ;-) ) Aerocomposite > was the > > blade of choice. I can understand when one is spending 225K for a > composite > > plane that 13K (at the time) was nothing, but for a plane close to > half that > > price is 14.4K really that much better in performance, appearance > or reason > > one would go this way, than an MT for 7-8K? > > Honestly just asking so I know. Not questioning the decision to > chose the > > more expensive blade just wondering in my cost cutting if 6K is > worth the > > price.. For example, 6K in an engine may produce something to show > for the > > difference in price.. what about this blade? > > Pascal > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > > Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:09 AM > > Subject: RE: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > > > > <rvbuilder@sausen.net> > > > > > > If you go with a MT prop, you can specify the 14" spinner from MT > for no > > > extra charge. > > > > > > Michael > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > > > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems > Davis > > > Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 2:28 PM > > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > > > Subject: Re: RV10-List: James Cowl Question > > > > > > > > > > I ordered a 14" spinner from Aero Composites > > > http://www.aerocomposites.com/ , the same place I'm getting my prop > > > from. > > > > > > Deems Davis # 406 > > > Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) > > > http://deemsrv10.com/ > > > > > > Ben Westfall wrote: > > > > > >> Deems, > > >> > > >> What are you using for a spinner for your James Cowl? > > >> > > >> -Ben Westfall > > >> > > >> Portland, OR > > >> > > >> #40579 - gas tanks > > >> > > >>* > > >> > > >> > > >>* > > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List > > http://forums.matronics.com > > -- > > ======================== > ========================


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    Time: 07:42:01 PM PST US
    From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: Window Trim
    I just used a razor blade to trim the FG when green. It's a timing sort of thing, too soon and it's gooey, too late and its' ..... too late. I didn't use anything on the inside surface as my intent is to cover them with Tweed auto upholstery fabric, same as the headliner/ohead console.. Deems Davis # 406 Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) http://deemsrv10.com/ Larry Rosen wrote: > > So Deems, when you bend the fiberglass over the window towards the > outside. So the frame makes the window opening slightly smaller. What > did you use to trim the "green" fiberglass flush with the outside, > just a razor blade? Did you use plastic wrap as peel ply to smooth the > inside? > > Larry > > Deems Davis wrote: > >> >> If you haven't installed your windows yet, it's not all that hard to >> make you're own. Gary Speceter told me how @ Osh last year and I made >> some up for me. check here for how it did it. >> http://deemsrv10.com/43-windowrings.htm. >> >> Depending on how Accuracy trimed the openings for the windows, there >> could be some variance between planes. >> >> Deems Davis # 406 >> Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) >> http://deemsrv10.com/ >> >> Niko wrote: >> >>> Has anyone installed the fiberglass window trim from Accuracy >>> Avionics? I am trying to decide whether to get them or not. >>> >>> Niko >>> 40188 >>> Fun with fiberglass >>> >>> * >>> >>> >>> * >>> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >


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    Time: 07:42:36 PM PST US
    Subject: Hot off the CNC Lathe
    From: "RV Builder (Michael Sausen)" <rvbuilder@sausen.net>
    Glad to see I'm not the only one that is beginning to think some of these aftermarket parts are getting a bit steep in price for something that simple. I mean it can't take a lot of stock or machine time for some of this stuff. My suggestion to everyone is to remember you are building an airplane. It takes comments like Dan's below and Deems to remind even me of that sometimes. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Lloyd, Daniel R. Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 8:40 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe <LloydDR@wernerco.com> Jesse The easy way is to take 1" bar stock, cut it a little over size in length, use a disc sander and square both ends to final length, use a drill press and drill both ends the appropriate hole size, tap them and you are done. About 15 minutes and about $5 bucks in parts, the shipping is the killer. Dan -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Jesse Saint Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 9:01 PM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe This is, obviously to me, a perfect solution. I just don't want to spend the $155. For those who don't mind the price tag, this is definitely the way to go. Hello, Van's, it's time for ya'll to do something like this. Do not archive. Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com www.saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of zackrv8 Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 2:43 PM Subject: RV10-List: Hot off the CNC Lathe Guys, Here is another solution to the Axle Extenders for the wheelpants on the RV10. Since the Vans supplied extenders are having problems in the field, my brother Jim (who is an engineer) came up with a solution. The pics below show his design. The axle extender rod is hollow in the center. This setup is lighter, thats right, lighter in weight than Van's nut and bolt on extender. It doesn't look like it in the pics, but it is! And it's stronger too! The one piece billet axle rod screws onto the axle. The Capture washer was machine to fit exactly on the axle rod extender and is bonded onto the wheel pant just as Vans has you do with his. The capture washer distributes the loads on the wheelpant with this plug and socket design. If you want a set, my brother Jim is selling them for $150.00 a pair plus $5 for shipping. Call him at 302-250-7872 or email him at czachorowski@mindspring.com Zack -------- RV8 #80125 RV10 # 40512 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=88366#88366 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06871_155.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06874_109.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06866_210.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06862_623.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/dsc06853_357.jpg -- 4:36 PM


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    Time: 07:45:09 PM PST US
    From: Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net>
    Subject: Re: James Cowl Question
    If you go and check the race results for AirVenture cup you will find that the winners and top finishers have two things in common. A James cowl/plenum, and an Aero Composite Prop. Deems Davis # 406 Finishing - ( A Misnomer ! ) http://deemsrv10.com/


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    Time: 07:51:08 PM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: Axle Extender length needed
    Great feedback Jesse. I attached my drawing that he's going to use. I did taper it to save some bulk and weight. Didn't put flats on it because it's a one-shot thing...I should be able to put it in a pliers with rubber jaws and put the bolt in. I'm going to leave mine using the steel washer anyway, as it doesn't hurt anything to have it there. I'm just going to swap it for an AN5 sized washer. There shouldn't be any wear between the metals, but after my axle wear problem I'm going to keep the steel there to prevent anything from happening to my axle nut should the thing wiggle and vibrate at all if it wasn't tight enough. The one part I question yet about the drawing is the hole that the cotter pin goes through. I'm not sure how long the proper sized cotter pins are (I buy long ones and clip them to length), so I am preparing to possibly countersink part of the hole to hold the head end of the cotter pin to give more length if necessary. I won't drill out the hole larger if I don't have to though. I haven't had any problems with mine in 190 hours, but I've only landed on grass and rough runways about 15 times or so. I don't personally believe everyone absolutely needs to change out their existing stems right away, but not wanting to get into a problem unnecessarily, and being able to get these cheap, it's worth the effort when I put my new tires on this spring. The attached drawing should be pretty self explanatory. It would be great to hear any negative feedback on it. If it works well, feel free to use it for yourself. You should be able to give the drawing to any machinist and get these pretty cheap. My pal tells me the aluminum stock of 1.25" diameter is only 50 cents per inch. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive Jesse Saint wrote: > > 3 5/16 is the normal axle extender. We made the replacement 3 3/8 to > eliminate the steel washer on the exle nut side, since the load does not > need to be relieved by the washer. We made it the same thickness as the > washer the whole way out (adds a couple of ounces total) with flats for a > wrench in the middle. Making the inside threads 5/16's is what we did also. > Anybody with access to a lathe and just the basic skills could make these in > no time flat, especially if you keep it a cylinder and don't want to taper > it, but either way it will work fine and still be easy to do. Again, the > flats can be added with a file if you don't know how to use a mill, or you > could drill a hole through and use a rod to hold it while you tighten the > bolt on the axle side. > > Jesse Saint > Saint Aviation, Inc. > jesse@saintaviation.com > www.saintaviation.com > Cell: 352-427-0285 > Fax: 815-377-3694


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    Time: 08:22:51 PM PST US
    From: "Eric Parlow" <ericparlow@hotmail.com>
    Subject: James Cowl spacing for MT Prop w/ 14" spinner?
    We need to know the cowl spacing for the James cowl using MT prop with the the 14" spinner. Is it also 1.5"? Is anyone using this combo and has the prop/spinner installed? ERic-- 40014




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