RV10-List Digest Archive

Tue 05/27/08


Total Messages Posted: 42



Today's Message Index:
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     1. 03:29 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Bob Leffler)
     2. 04:42 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Wayne Edgerton)
     3. 06:22 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Sam Marlow)
     4. 06:37 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Tim Olson)
     5. 06:44 AM - Re: Memorial Day (pascal)
     6. 06:55 AM - Re: Memorial Day (bcondrey)
     7. 07:13 AM - Seat track pin (Dawson-Townsend,Timothy)
     8. 07:37 AM - Re: Seat track pin ()
     9. 08:14 AM - Re: Seat track pin (Doerr, Ray R [NTK])
    10. 08:19 AM - Re: Elevators (Lenny Iszak)
    11. 08:26 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Vernon Smith)
    12. 08:35 AM - Re: Cabin Cover (Scott Schmidt)
    13. 08:48 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (Tim Olson)
    14. 08:53 AM - Re: WEST COAST TRIP (pilotdds@aol.com)
    15. 09:17 AM - Re: Seat track pin (linn Walters)
    16. 09:23 AM - Re: Memorial Day (John Cox)
    17. 09:25 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (pascal)
    18. 09:48 AM - Re: Seat track pin (Jesse Saint)
    19. 10:09 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (Chad E. Carlson)
    20. 10:20 AM - Re: Seat track pin (David Maib)
    21. 10:32 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rick Sked)
    22. 10:36 AM - Re: Seat track pin (ddddsp1@juno.com)
    23. 10:41 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rene Felker)
    24. 10:43 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rene Felker)
    25. 10:48 AM - Re: ECI MSD No.08-1 (Patrick Thyssen)
    26. 10:54 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (pascal)
    27. 11:09 AM - Re: Seat track pin (dfletourneau@comcast.net)
    28. 11:09 AM - Re: Re: Elevators (pascal)
    29. 11:51 AM - Re: Seat track pin (David McNeill)
    30. 12:06 PM - Re: Seat track pin (linn Walters)
    31. 12:12 PM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rick Sked)
    32. 05:04 PM - Re: Memorial Day (Lew Gallagher)
    33. 05:55 PM - Re: Re: Elevators (MauleDriver)
    34. 06:58 PM - Re: Elevators (Lenny Iszak)
    35. 07:01 PM - Re: WEST COAST TRIP (Doug Preston)
    36. 08:05 PM - Re: Re: Elevators (pascal)
    37. 09:04 PM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rick Sked)
    38. 09:07 PM - Re: Re: Elevators (Rick Sked)
    39. 09:32 PM - Re: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 (pascal)
    40. 09:40 PM - Re: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 (pascal)
    41. 11:03 PM - Re: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 (John Jessen)
    42. 11:41 PM - Re: Seat track pin (Albert Gardner)
 
 
 


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    Time: 03:29:34 AM PST US
    From: "Bob Leffler" <rv@thelefflers.com>
    Subject: Cabin Cover
    Bruce will use trim colors to match your paint. My trim is red and blue. Total trim space is less than a couple square feet, so it's not really a large area. Most of the cover is a natural tan color. He has good pictures on his web site. It's been on the ramp for almost four years, so I'm not disappointed that the colors are now just starting to fade. I am happy with the purchase. -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sam Marlow Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 11:48 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover Which color do you have, and would you change colors if you had to do it again? Bob Leffler wrote: > > I have Bruce's Covers on my Cherokee. They've been on the ramp going on 4 > years now. The colors just started fading this year, but they still work > just find. > > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sam Marlow > Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 1:36 PM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover > > > Has anyone purchased a cabin cover for their aircraft. I'm in the > process of searching for a cabin cover, and cowl plugs, and I'm looking > for feedback. > Sam Marlow > #40157 > > >


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    Time: 04:42:19 AM PST US
    From: "Wayne Edgerton" <wayne.e@grandecom.net>
    Subject: Re: Cabin Cover
    Sam, I purchased my cabin cover and cowl plugs from Bruce's Custom Covers and I am very happy with the product. They put my N number on the cover and cowl plugs. They do very high quality work IMHO. http://www.aircraftcovers.com/index.html Wayne Edgerton 40336 N602WT Time: 10:40:58 AM PST US From: Sam Marlow <sam@fr8dog.net> Subject: Cabin Cover Has anyone purchased a cabin cover for their aircraft. I'm in the process of searching for a cabin cover, and cowl plugs, and I'm looking for feedback. Sam Marlow #40157


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    Time: 06:22:24 AM PST US
    From: Sam Marlow <sam@fr8dog.net>
    Subject: Re: Cabin Cover
    Thanks for the info, very helpful. Has anyone bought the Van's cover for the RV10, it's a lot less expensive? Sam Marlow wrote: > > Which color do you have, and would you change colors if you had to do > it again? > > > Bob Leffler wrote: >> >> I have Bruce's Covers on my Cherokee. They've been on the ramp going >> on 4 >> years now. The colors just started fading this year, but they still >> work >> just find. >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com >> [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Sam Marlow >> Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 1:36 PM >> To: rv10-list@matronics.com >> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover >> >> >> Has anyone purchased a cabin cover for their aircraft. I'm in the >> process of searching for a cabin cover, and cowl plugs, and I'm >> looking for feedback. >> Sam Marlow >> #40157 >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > >


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    Time: 06:37:43 AM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: Cabin Cover
    For those who just want a lightweight cover for traveling, not one for leaving it tied down for weeks and months, Abby at Flightline Interiors http://www.flightlineinteriors.com/ has a good lightweight travel cover that fits in a small bag. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying Sam Marlow wrote: > > Thanks for the info, very helpful. > Has anyone bought the Van's cover for the RV10, it's a lot less expensive? > > Sam Marlow wrote: >> >> Which color do you have, and would you change colors if you had to do >> it again? >> >>


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    Time: 06:44:53 AM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Memorial Day
    Les, I served and have lost some members of my Army flight class throughout the years while they served our country defending it. I appreciate your thoughts and wish others wouldn't simply take the cost of freedom for granted. It was earned, not given.. but some simply will never understand that. Thanks! Pascal From: Les Kearney Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 8:48 AM Subject: RV10-List: Memorial Day Hi For those who have or are serving and especially those who have been injured or killed, please accept my thanks for your service. Although I am a Canadian, I appreciate the service of all in the coalition fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. Memorial Day has given more than a few outside of America pause for thought about the cost of Freedom. Lest we forget.. ..Les


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    Time: 06:55:33 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Memorial Day
    From: "bcondrey" <bob.condrey@baesystems.com>
    Thanks Les, thoughts are appreciated. Bob (former USAF) Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185011#185011


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    Time: 07:13:10 AM PST US
    Subject: Seat track pin
    From: "Dawson-Townsend,Timothy" <tdawson-townsend@aurora.aero>
    Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats? I don't see how I'm going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . TDT 40025 Tim Dawson-Townsend tdt@aurora.aero 617-500-4812 (office) 617-905-4800 (mobile)


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    Time: 07:37:21 AM PST US
    From: <millstees@ameritech.net>
    Subject: Seat track pin
    I used a 100# daughter-in-law with a very small hand to do the job, and it worked quite well ( I didn't get a single scratch). I will rent her out at a reasonable rate. Steve Mills N750SM (reserved) RV-10 40486 Slow-build Eggenfellner E-6TI Naperville, Illinois Finishing kit, engine install Do Not Archive _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dawson-Townsend,Timothy Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:11 AM Subject: RV10-List: Seat track pin Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats? I don't see how I'm going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . TDT 40025 Tim Dawson-Townsend tdt@aurora.aero 617-500-4812 (office) 617-905-4800 (mobile)


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    Time: 08:14:25 AM PST US
    From: "Doerr, Ray R [NTK]" <Ray.R.Doerr@sprint.com>
    Subject: Seat track pin
    I installed the bolt head in the tight area and the washer and nut is then under the bottom cushion. Simply remove the Velcro on the bottom cushion a nd use an open end wrench in the tight area on the bolt head and then a rat chet on the nut end. Thank You Ray Doerr ________________________________ From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@m atronics.com] On Behalf Of Dawson-Townsend,Timothy Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:11 AM Subject: RV10-List: Seat track pin Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats? I d on't see how I'm going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . TDT 40025 Tim Dawson-Townsend tdt@aurora.aero<mailto:tdt@aurora.aero> 617-500-4812 (office) 617-905-4800 (mobile)


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    Time: 08:19:47 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com>
    Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the shorter one, just like Mike described:( Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind I could weld it and redrill. Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from doing the same thing. There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? Regards, Lenny #40803 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030


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    Time: 08:26:53 AM PST US
    From: Vernon Smith <planesmith@hotmail.com>
    Subject: Cabin Cover
    Cleaveland Tool also sells a light cover. http://www.cleavelandtoolstore.co m/prodinfo.asp?number=RVCC10 I have a sample of the fabric. Interesting stuff, it looks like a light wei ght tent material. It's slick enough dirt and grit shouldn't get imbedded i n it (this is what kills windows.) Water does not penetrate it but appears to be very breathable. Also asked about long term storage outside and was t old they have customers using the covers on RV stored outside for several y ears and these customers are happy with the covers. This is the cover I'm p lanning on starting with as my hanger is covered but open. Vern Smith (#324 finishing) > Date: Mon, 26 May 2008 13:35:44 -0400> From: sam@fr8dog.net> To: rv10-lis t@matronics.com> Subject: RV10-List: Cabin Cover> > --> RV10-List message p osted by: Sam Marlow <sam@fr8dog.net>> > Has anyone purchased a cabin cover for their aircraft. I'm in the > process of searching for a cabin cover, a ========================> _ =====================> > > _________________________________________________________________ Keep your kids safer online with Windows Live Family Safety. http://www.windowslive.com/family_safety/overview.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_ Refresh_family_safety_052008


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    Time: 08:35:08 AM PST US
    From: Scott Schmidt <scottmschmidt@yahoo.com>
    Subject: Re: Cabin Cover
    I have both Bruce's cover and Abby' cover and I use Abby's cover 95% of the time. Since I always keep my plane hangered I typically use a cover for overnighters. Bruce's cover is heavy and very bulky but is much better if you were going to leave your plane outside. If it is just the two of us and I have plenty of room and useful load, I take Bruces. But most of the time room is an issue and Abby's cover is so light and easy that I always have it in the plane. So if your mission is just overnight or weekends, Abby's may be the better way to go. It has a reflective (silver) outside to keep the cabin cool. I also have Bruce's cowl plugs and they work great. You can get them customized with your N-number as well. Scott Schmidt scottmschmidt@yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 7:34:44 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Cabin Cover For those who just want a lightweight cover for traveling, not one for leaving it tied down for weeks and months, Abby at Flightline Interiors http://www.flightlineinteriors.com/ has a good lightweight travel cover that fits in a small bag. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying Sam Marlow wrote: > > Thanks for the info, very helpful. > Has anyone bought the Van's cover for the RV10, it's a lot less expensive? > > Sam Marlow wrote: >> >> Which color do you have, and would you change colors if you had to do >> it again? >> >>


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    Time: 08:48:23 AM PST US
    From: Tim Olson <Tim@MyRV10.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying do not archive Lenny Iszak wrote: > > Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the shorter one, just like Mike described:( > > Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind I could weld it and redrill. > > Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from doing the same thing. > > There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? > > Regards, > Lenny > #40803 > > > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >


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    Time: 08:53:57 AM PST US
    Subject: Re: WEST COAST TRIP
    From: pilotdds@aol.com
    I would love to host the group overnight at Lake Tahoe.We can accomadate 8 couples and there are ample hotels in the area for overflow.My number is 209-610-6689.Aircraft is 728DD.Home base is KSCK.-Jim -----Original Message----- From: Doug Preston <dougpflyrv@gmail.com> Sent: Fri, 23 May 2008 7:44 am Subject: RV10-List: WEST COAST TRIP ANSWERING MACHINE GLITCH.......WILL JIM FROM CA THAT CALLED ME LAST NITE PLEASE CALL BACK OR DROP ME AN EMAIL. THE ANSWERING MACHINE FOULED UP AND I ONLY GOT THESE NUMBERS 610-668. WE PRESENTLY PLAN TO LEAVE ALABAMA ON AUG. 30TH TAKING THE SOUTHERN ROUTE (PLUS SIDE STOPS OF INTEREST) TO CA AND UP THE WEST COAST TO VAN'S AND ON THE WA AND RETURN THE NORTHERN ROUTE (PLUS SIDE STOPS) TO BE HOME BY SEPT. 14TH. WOULD BE GREAT TO MEET FOLKS ALONG THE WAY AND HAVE U FLY SOME LEGS WITH US. ALSO APPRECIATE SUGGESTIONS ON POINTS OF INTEREST, ROUTES,? AIRPORT RESTAURANTS, MOTELS, AND ESPECIALLY ADVICE ON MOUNTAIN FLYING. REGARDS, DOUG PRESTON RV-10 N372RV BIRMINGHAM, AL H-205-823-2955 C-205-873-2955 DO NOT ARCHIVE


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    Time: 09:17:52 AM PST US
    From: linn Walters <pitts_pilot@bellsouth.net>
    Subject: Re: Seat track pin
    Funny you should post while I am trying to find a way to 'fix' the seat rail problem. I'm nowhere near needing to fit the seats, but I thought I'd pull them out and see what they 'feel' like. First, I started looking for the page where you bolt the middle rail support ..... well, you know how that turned out!!! Some things I didn't like about the seat rails ..... As you know, you have to bolt the pin on AFTER you slide the seat in. My fix at the moment is to leave the aft stop off. Countersink the bar with the slots so the screws are flush. The other thing I didn't like was the pin is supposed to be next to the tunnel ...... and those flying might comment ..... and I think it's almost a 1/2 gainer into the cabin to grab the handle and slide the seat back. I think the pin should be next to the door so you can reach it easily while on the wing. That brought me to the next 'problem' ..... wouldn't it be better to slide the seat further back so you could step in on the metal in front of the seat instead of on the seat???? Is it a non-issue?? Linn do not archive Dawson-Townsend,Timothy wrote: > > Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the > seats? I don't see how I'm going to be able to get my hand or a > ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . > > > > TDT > 40025 > > > > Tim Dawson-Townsend > > tdt@aurora.aero <mailto:tdt@aurora.aero> > > 617-500-4812 (office) > > 617-905-4800 (mobile) > > > > * > > > *


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    Time: 09:23:17 AM PST US
    Subject: Memorial Day
    From: "John Cox" <johnwcox@pacificnw.com>
    Remember that fact when everyone votes in November. It was an honor to serve this country in uniform. Military Command Leadership is no light responsibility. John Cox From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of pascal Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 6:43 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Memorial Day Les, I served and have lost some members of my Army flight class throughout the years while they served our country defending it. I appreciate your thoughts and wish others wouldn't simply take the cost of freedom for granted. It was earned, not given.. but some simply will never understand that. Thanks! Pascal From: Les Kearney <mailto:kearney@shaw.ca> Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 8:48 AM Subject: RV10-List: Memorial Day Hi For those who have or are serving and especially those who have been injured or killed, please accept my thanks for your service. Although I am a Canadian, I appreciate the service of all in the coalition fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. Memorial Day has given more than a few outside of America pause for thought about the cost of Freedom. Lest we forget.... ..Les href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronic s .com/Navigator?RV10-List href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/c


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    Time: 09:25:53 AM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Following the instructions that tells one to find the most aft (11-3) and drill a 3/16th hole 3/8 x 1/2 from the edges is not a screw up,. I did per the plans and aligned everything fine. I have a 3/16 span from the hole to the edge and it will be just fine in regards to strength- IMO. I'm not worried and I assure you many before us followed the instructions as well and they are doing just fine. certainly make a change to the plans as a Gotcha and drill another way, no harm but in my book I'll stick to the plans and know that Van's has this as an acceptable building standard. BTW- wait until you get to the fusellage, there will be 70% staring at the plans looking ahead;10% trying to figure out if you're doing it right and 10% doing it. Pascal -------------------------------------------------- From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 8:16 AM Subject: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator > horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the > shorter one, just like Mike described:( > > Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of > steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind > I could weld it and redrill. > > Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from > doing the same thing. > > There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the > elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? > > Regards, > Lenny > #40803 > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 > > >


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    Time: 09:48:39 AM PST US
    From: Jesse Saint <jesse@saintaviation.com>
    Subject: Re: Seat track pin
    I always put the pin on the outside by the door for the very reason you mention and because the center armrest/console doesn't allow much room by the tunnel. Also, with the seat all the way back, you can put your foot on the metal in front of the seat. Your whole foot won't fit, but your heal will, and that's what matters. It makes it a lot easier to get in and out, especially if you put a little piece of wing walk material there for grip. I don't think I'd want to be able to move the seat much further back, and certainly wouldn't want to take the back stop off or the seat would end of sliding all the way back and coming off the rails when a newbie is getting in. Just my $.02 do not archive Jesse Saint Saint Aviation, Inc. jesse@saintaviation.com Cell: 352-427-0285 Fax: 815-377-3694 On May 27, 2008, at 11:58 AM, linn Walters wrote: > Funny you should post while I am trying to find a way to 'fix' the > seat rail problem. I'm nowhere near needing to fit the seats, but I > thought I'd pull them out and see what they 'feel' like. First, I > started looking for the page where you bolt the middle rail > support ..... well, you know how that turned out!!! > > Some things I didn't like about the seat rails ..... As you know, > you have to bolt the pin on AFTER you slide the seat in. My fix at > the moment is to leave the aft stop off. Countersink the bar with > the slots so the screws are flush. > > The other thing I didn't like was the pin is supposed to be next to > the tunnel ...... and those flying might comment ..... and I think > it's almost a 1/2 gainer into the cabin to grab the handle and slide > the seat back. I think the pin should be next to the door so you > can reach it easily while on the wing. > > That brought me to the next 'problem' ..... wouldn't it be better to > slide the seat further back so you could step in on the metal in > front of the seat instead of on the seat???? > > Is it a non-issue?? > Linn > do not archive > > Dawson-Townsend,Timothy wrote: >> >> Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the >> seats? I don=92t see how I=92m going to be able to get my hand or a >> ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . >> >> TDT >> 40025 >> >> Tim Dawson-Townsend >> tdt@aurora.aero >> 617-500-4812 (office) >> 617-905-4800 (mobile) >> >> href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronics .com/Navigator?RV10-List >> href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com >> href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/co ntribution >> > >


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    Time: 10:09:56 AM PST US
    From: "Chad E. Carlson" <me@chadcarlson.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Hi All, As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building notes (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would be willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and workaround. At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a set until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from a flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the elevator horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to understand the problem?? Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson me@chadcarlson.com www.chadcarlson.com "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never lost." do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of > what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to > post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. > > > Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > do not archive > > > Lenny Iszak wrote: >> >> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >> >> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind >> I could weld it and redrill. >> >> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >> doing the same thing. >> >> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >> >> Regards, >> Lenny >> #40803 >> >> >> >> >> Read this topic online here: >> >> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >> > > >


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    Time: 10:20:22 AM PST US
    From: David Maib <dmaib@mac.com>
    Subject: Re: Seat track pin
    The plans call for the pin to be on the outside. I think they might say somewhere that you can put them on the inside if you desire, but that does not look like the optimal place to me. BTW, I just installed Greg Hale's seat adjustment levers and am really pleased with them. Nice workmanship and an easy install that makes a very nice improvement over the Van's knuckle scrapers. You can see them at Greg's web site. http://www.nwacaptain.com/ David Maib 40559 do not archive On Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 11:56AM, "Jesse Saint" <jesse@saintaviation.com> wrote: >I always put the pin on the outside by the door for the very reason >you mention and because the center armrest/console doesn't allow much >room by the tunnel. Also, with the seat all the way back, you can put >your foot on the metal in front of the seat. Your whole foot won't >fit, but your heal will, and that's what matters. It makes it a lot >easier to get in and out, especially if you put a little piece of wing >walk material there for grip. I don't think I'd want to be able to >move the seat much further back, and certainly wouldn't want to take >the back stop off or the seat would end of sliding all the way back >and coming off the rails when a newbie is getting in. > >Just my $.02 > >do not archive > >Jesse Saint >Saint Aviation, Inc. >jesse@saintaviation.com >Cell: 352-427-0285 >Fax: 815-377-3694 > >On May 27, 2008, at 11:58 AM, linn Walters wrote: > >> Funny you should post while I am trying to find a way to 'fix' the >> seat rail problem. I'm nowhere near needing to fit the seats, but I >> thought I'd pull them out and see what they 'feel' like. First, I >> started looking for the page where you bolt the middle rail >> support ..... well, you know how that turned out!!! >> >> Some things I didn't like about the seat rails ..... As you know, >> you have to bolt the pin on AFTER you slide the seat in. My fix at >> the moment is to leave the aft stop off. Countersink the bar with >> the slots so the screws are flush. >> >> The other thing I didn't like was the pin is supposed to be next to >> the tunnel ...... and those flying might comment ..... and I think >> it's almost a 1/2 gainer into the cabin to grab the handle and slide >> the seat back. I think the pin should be next to the door so you >> can reach it easily while on the wing. >> >> That brought me to the next 'problem' ..... wouldn't it be better to >> slide the seat further back so you could step in on the metal in >> front of the seat instead of on the seat???? >> >> Is it a non-issue?? >> Linn >> do not archive >> >> Dawson-Townsend,Timothy wrote: >>> >>> Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the >>> seats? I don?t see how I?m going to be able to get my hand or a >>> ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . >>> >>> TDT >>> 40025 >>> >>> Tim Dawson-Townsend >>> tdt@aurora.aero >>> 617-500-4812 (office) >>> 617-905-4800 (mobile) >>> >>> href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List >>> href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com >>> href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/contribution >>> >> >> >> > >


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    Time: 10:32:54 AM PST US
    From: Rick Sked <ricksked@embarqmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Chad, The parts in question are welded steel and very similar to R/C horns except they attach to the face of the elevator spar and rib. The "gotcha" if it exists is based, on where to drill the hole between the two horns. You center the elevators then drill a hole through each horn to make your pushrod attach point. Use the link below to see the horns. Tim has "discussion plans" on his site and you can get a good idea of what folks are talking about. And for all you guys plugging away on the elevators and scratching your head....it get's much easier...HA!!!! HA!!!! HA!!!!....Wait till you bend your fifth trim tab!!! http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec09-pg07.html Rick Sked...How long does the last 5% take??? If one more neighbor asks me how much longer I'm gonna scream!! 40185 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chad E. Carlson" <me@chadcarlson.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:09:13 AM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Hi All, As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building notes (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would be willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and workaround. At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a set until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from a flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the elevator horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to understand the problem?? Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson me@chadcarlson.com www.chadcarlson.com "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never lost." do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of > what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to > post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. > > > Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > do not archive > > > Lenny Iszak wrote: >> >> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >> >> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind >> I could weld it and redrill. >> >> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >> doing the same thing. >> >> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >> >> Regards, >> Lenny >> #40803 >> >> >> >> >> Read this topic online here: >> >> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >> > > >


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    Time: 10:36:03 AM PST US
    From: "ddddsp1@juno.com" <ddddsp1@juno.com>
    Subject: Re: Seat track pin
    Two tips on the Seat track pins................#1 Put nut plates on t he bracket and then ratchet the bolts in from the seat out. #2 Weld o n a 2 1/2" extension to the T handle so it is easier to grap. Otherwise you will be FISHING your hand deep down along the outer seat to find th e T handle whne adjusting your seat position. Dean 805HL 200 hours ____________________________________________________________ Hotel pics, info and virtual tours. Click here to book a hotel online. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/fc/Ioyw6iiflKGImFVKhpL0OGR8ssQj SNEQGnRi9lUxYnyky8OvowZI6o/


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    Time: 10:41:16 AM PST US
    From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Let me try this, it has been a while since I did it..years....and I am not a watch maker... The horns have a relative position to each other based on the construction of the elevators and their mounting and alignment. Even if the horns we made perfectly, the construction and mounting of the individual elevators will affect their end position in 3-d space. Does that help any? Rene' Felker RV-10 N423CF Flying 801-721-6080 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Chad E. Carlson Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:09 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Hi All, As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building notes (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would be willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and workaround. At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a set until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from a flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the elevator horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to understand the problem?? Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson me@chadcarlson.com www.chadcarlson.com "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never lost." do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of > what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to > post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. > > > Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > do not archive > > > Lenny Iszak wrote: >> >> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >> >> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind >> I could weld it and redrill. >> >> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >> doing the same thing. >> >> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >> >> Regards, >> Lenny >> #40803 >> >> >> >> >> Read this topic online here: >> >> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >> > > >


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    Time: 10:43:42 AM PST US
    From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    My last 10% took about 40% of the total build time........and I am not done yet, wheel fairings go to the painter in the next week or so..... Rene' Felker RV-10 N423CF Flying 801-721-6080 -----Original Message----- From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Rick Sked Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:29 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Chad, The parts in question are welded steel and very similar to R/C horns except they attach to the face of the elevator spar and rib. The "gotcha" if it exists is based, on where to drill the hole between the two horns. You center the elevators then drill a hole through each horn to make your pushrod attach point. Use the link below to see the horns. Tim has "discussion plans" on his site and you can get a good idea of what folks are talking about. And for all you guys plugging away on the elevators and scratching your head....it get's much easier...HA!!!! HA!!!! HA!!!!....Wait till you bend your fifth trim tab!!! http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec09-pg07.html Rick Sked...How long does the last 5% take??? If one more neighbor asks me how much longer I'm gonna scream!! 40185 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chad E. Carlson" <me@chadcarlson.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:09:13 AM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Hi All, As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building notes (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would be willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and workaround. At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a set until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from a flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the elevator horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to understand the problem?? Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson me@chadcarlson.com www.chadcarlson.com "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never lost." do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of > what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to > post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. > > > Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying > do not archive > > > Lenny Iszak wrote: >> >> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >> >> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind >> I could weld it and redrill. >> >> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >> doing the same thing. >> >> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >> >> Regards, >> Lenny >> #40803 >> >> >> >> >> Read this topic online here: >> >> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >> > > >


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    Time: 10:48:57 AM PST US
    From: Patrick Thyssen <jump2@sbcglobal.net>
    Subject: Re: ECI MSD No.08-1
    Just a note. I talked to ECI This morning. I had a engine OVH by Western Skyways and the only time on the engine is the test cell time. I do not plan on flying with these cyl since they have had 30+ failures. Not that many They say. I was told for $3,000 I could get a new set for my engine. This with only 1.5 hrs. I still have to take it to another test cell and run before I would put back on my RV10. I've used Titan before and got them for my customers and thats why I got them this time but I tell you this really stinks. Waiting on Western Skyways to call me back. Patrick Thyssen Pulling engine off Sam <sam@fr8dog.net> wrote: Lady's and gentleman, check this MSB from ECI before you fly! I think I'm going to be sick! Sam http://www.eci2fly.com/pdf/08-1.pdf


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    Time: 10:54:56 AM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Although a good reference I think this is the step in question where one actually drills the elevator http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec11-pg03.html -------------------------------------------------- From: "Rick Sked" <ricksked@embarqmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:28 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Chad, > > The parts in question are welded steel and very similar to R/C horns > except they attach to the face of the elevator spar and rib. The "gotcha" > if it exists is based, on where to drill the hole between the two horns. > You center the elevators then drill a hole through each horn to make your > pushrod attach point. Use the link below to see the horns. Tim has > "discussion plans" on his site and you can get a good idea of what folks > are talking about. And for all you guys plugging away on the elevators and > scratching your head....it get's much easier...HA!!!! HA!!!! > HA!!!!....Wait till you bend your fifth trim tab!!! > > http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec09-pg07.html > > Rick Sked...How long does the last 5% take??? > If one more neighbor asks me how much longer I'm gonna scream!! > 40185 > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Chad E. Carlson" <me@chadcarlson.com> > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:09:13 AM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > > Hi All, > > As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building > notes > (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would > be > willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and > workaround. > > At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient > reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a > set > until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from > a > flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the > elevator > horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly > consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft > are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model > manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, > regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? > > Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to > understand the problem?? > > > Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson > > me@chadcarlson.com > www.chadcarlson.com > > "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never > lost." > > do not archive > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > >> >> Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of >> what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to >> post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. >> >> >> Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >> do not archive >> >> >> Lenny Iszak wrote: >>> <lenard@rapiddecision.com> >>> >>> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >>> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >>> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >>> >>> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >>> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of >>> mind >>> I could weld it and redrill. >>> >>> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >>> doing the same thing. >>> >>> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >>> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >>> >>> Regards, >>> Lenny >>> #40803 >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Read this topic online here: >>> >>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >>> >> >> >> >> >> > > >


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    Time: 11:09:25 AM PST US
    From: dfletourneau@comcast.net
    Subject: Seat track pin
    Steve Have not seen you in over a year. How close are you to getting the 10 into the air. David LeTourneau Houston, TX -------------- Original message -------------- From: <millstees@ameritech.net> I used a 100# daughter-in-law with a very small hand to do the job, and it worked quite well ( I didn't get a single scratch). I will rent her out at a reasonable rate. Steve Mills N750SM (reserved) RV-10 40486 Slow-build Eggenfellner E-6TI Naperville, Illinois Finishing kit, engine install Do Not Archive From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Dawson-Townsend,Timothy Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:11 AM Subject: RV10-List: Seat track pin Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats? I dont see how Im going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . TDT 40025 Tim Dawson-Townsend tdt@aurora.aero 617-500-4812 (office) 617-905-4800 (mobile) href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/c <html><body> <DIV>Steve</DIV> <DIV>Have not seen you in over a year.&nbsp; How close are you to getting the 10 into the air.&nbsp; </DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>David LeTourneau</DIV> <DIV>Houston, TX</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <BLOCKQUOTE style="PADDING-LEFT: 5px; MARGIN-LEFT: 5px; BORDER-LEFT: #1010ff 2px solid">-------------- Original message -------------- <BR>From: &lt;millstees@ameritech.net&gt; <BR> <META content="MSHTML 6.00.6000.16640" name=GENERATOR> <STYLE>@font-face { font-family: Cambria Math; } @font-face { font-family: Calibri; } @page Section1 {size: 8.5in 11.0in; margin: 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in; } P.MsoNormal { FONT-SIZE: 11pt; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif" } LI.MsoNormal { FONT-SIZE: 11pt; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif" } DIV.MsoNormal { FONT-SIZE: 11pt; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif" } A:link { COLOR: blue; TEXT-DECORATION: underline; mso-style-priority: 99 } SPAN.MsoHyperlink { COLOR: blue; TEXT-DECORATION: underline; mso-style-priority: 99 } A:visited { COLOR: purple; TEXT-DECORATION: underline; mso-style-priority: 99 } SPAN.MsoHyperlinkFollowed { COLOR: purple; TEXT-DECORATION: underline; mso-style-priority: 99 } SPAN.EmailStyle17 { COLOR: windowtext; FONT-FAMILY: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-style-type: personal-compose } .MsoChpDefault { mso-style-type: export-only } DIV.Section1 { page: Section1 } </STYLE> <DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN class=750423114-27052008><FONT face=Arial color=#0000ff size=2>I used a 100# daughter-in-law with a very small hand to do the job, and it worked quite well ( I didn't get a single scratch).&nbsp; I will rent her out at a reasonable rate.</FONT></SPAN></DIV> <DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN class=750423114-27052008><FONT face=Arial color=#0000ff size=2></FONT></SPAN>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN class=750423114-27052008><!-- Converted from text/plain format --> <P><FONT size=2>Steve Mills N750SM (reserved)<BR>RV-10 40486 Slow-build&nbsp; Eggenfellner E-6TI<BR>Naperville, Illinois<BR>Finishing kit, engine install<BR>Do Not Archive<BR></FONT></P></SPAN></DIV><BR> <DIV class=OutlookMessageHeader lang=en-us dir=ltr align=left> <HR tabIndex=-1> <FONT face=Tahoma size=2><B>From:</B> owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] <B>On Behalf Of </B>Dawson-Townsend,Timothy<BR><B>Sent:</B> Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:11 AM<BR><B>To:</B> rv10-list@matronics.com<BR><B>Subject:</B> RV10-List: Seat track pin<BR></FONT><BR></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV class=Section1> <P class=MsoNormal>Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats?&nbsp; I dont see how Im going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . .<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal>TDT<BR>40025<o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal>Tim Dawson-Townsend<o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal><A href="mailto:tdt@aurora.aero">tdt@aurora.aero</A> <o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal>617-500-4812 (office)<o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal>617-905-4800 (mobile)<o:p></o:p></P> <P class=MsoNormal><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></P></DIV><PRE><B><FONT face="courier new,courier" color=#000000 size=2> href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List"&gt;http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List</A> href="http://forums.matronics.com"&gt;http://forums.matronics.com</A> href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution"&gt;http://www.matronics.com/c </B></FONT></PRE><PRE><B><FONT face="courier new,courier" size=2 color000000?> </B></FONT></PRE></BLOCKQUOTE> <pre><b><font size=2 color="#000000" face="courier new,courier"> </b></font></pre></body></html>


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    Time: 11:09:51 AM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    I think what your saying is the parts are all the same and based on the alignment of the pre punched holes- pretty darn accurate (this does not include the fiberglass, mind you) but the way the individual builder mounts and aligns it is where the difference lies.. right? hence some of us have a non issue and aligning up, while others are off slightly .. Chad- let me assure you Van's does an excellent job with the aluminum pieces and hence my going by the plans most of the time and adjusting only when I know it's a better solution, there is a reason Van's gives specific ranges to drill holes and I really try to stick to those ranges, in the case of the elevators there is an adjustment one can make to compensate for the different drill locations. Believe me when I tell you that there are many "right" ways to do the same thing, this forum is reviewing what we did at that step and it's builder driven not a flaw in the piece.. now there are flaws and that is mentioned as such and usually most of us get aftermarket pieces to replace those in question, but even then those are not "gotchas" those are "cautions". Van's BTW has replaced many of those faulty pieces as builders have brought it to their attention so don't let a low number builder tell you there is a flaw with a piece or plans as Van's may have replaced after they received their respective kit. Study Tim's site and the links he has for other builders, one can learn quite a lot about the RV-10, but understand that when you're there it will be a different experience for you.. Pascal -------------------------------------------------- From: "Rene Felker" <rene@felker.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:38 AM Subject: RE: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Let me try this, it has been a while since I did it..years....and I am not > a > watch maker... > > The horns have a relative position to each other based on the construction > of the elevators and their mounting and alignment. Even if the horns we > made perfectly, the construction and mounting of the individual elevators > will affect their end position in 3-d space. > > Does that help any? > > Rene' Felker > RV-10 N423CF Flying > 801-721-6080 > -----Original Message----- > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Chad E. Carlson > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:09 AM > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > > Hi All, > > As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building > notes > (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would > be > > willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and > workaround. > > At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient > reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a > set > until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from > a > flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the > elevator > horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly > consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft > are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model > manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, > regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? > > Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to > understand the problem?? > > > Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson > > me@chadcarlson.com > www.chadcarlson.com > > "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never > lost." > > do not archive > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > >> >> Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of >> what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to >> post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. >> >> >> Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >> do not archive >> >> >> Lenny Iszak wrote: >>> <lenard@rapiddecision.com> >>> >>> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >>> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >>> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >>> >>> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >>> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of >>> mind > >>> I could weld it and redrill. >>> >>> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >>> doing the same thing. >>> >>> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >>> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >>> >>> Regards, >>> Lenny >>> #40803 >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Read this topic online here: >>> >>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >>> >> >> >> >> >> > > >


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    Time: 11:51:57 AM PST US
    From: "David McNeill" <dlm46007@cox.net>
    Subject: Seat track pin
    The plans clearly call for the pin/lock to be outboard. Put the bolt head outboard and the locking nuts under the seat. small quarter inch drive ought to do it. try HF. _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of linn Walters Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 8:59 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Seat track pin Funny you should post while I am trying to find a way to 'fix' the seat rail problem. I'm nowhere near needing to fit the seats, but I thought I'd pull them out and see what they 'feel' like. First, I started looking for the page where you bolt the middle rail support ..... well, you know how that turned out!!! Some things I didn't like about the seat rails ..... As you know, you have to bolt the pin on AFTER you slide the seat in. My fix at the moment is to leave the aft stop off. Countersink the bar with the slots so the screws are flush. The other thing I didn't like was the pin is supposed to be next to the tunnel ...... and those flying might comment ..... and I think it's almost a 1/2 gainer into the cabin to grab the handle and slide the seat back. I think the pin should be next to the door so you can reach it easily while on the wing. That brought me to the next 'problem' ..... wouldn't it be better to slide the seat further back so you could step in on the metal in front of the seat instead of on the seat???? Is it a non-issue?? Linn do not archive Dawson-Townsend,Timothy wrote: Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the seats? I don't see how I'm going to be able to get my hand or a ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . TDT 40025 Tim Dawson-Townsend tdt@aurora.aero 617-500-4812 (office) 617-905-4800 (mobile) href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronics.com /Navigator?RV10-List href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/contri bution


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    Time: 12:06:51 PM PST US
    From: linn Walters <pitts_pilot@bellsouth.net>
    Subject: Re: Seat track pin
    David Maib wrote: > > The plans call for the pin to be on the outside. I think they might say somewhere that you can put them on the inside if you desire, but that does not look like the optimal place to me. > Thanks David! My bad! I got confused in there somewhere! So that's a non-issue. Per Jessie, the seat travel is a non-issue too. I guess I need to build and keep the engineer under lock and key! Linn do not archive > BTW, I just installed Greg Hale's seat adjustment levers and am really pleased with them. Nice workmanship and an easy install that makes a very nice improvement over the Van's knuckle scrapers. You can see them at Greg's web site. http://www.nwacaptain.com/ > > David Maib > 40559 > > do not archive > > On Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 11:56AM, "Jesse Saint" <jesse@saintaviation.com> wrote: > >> I always put the pin on the outside by the door for the very reason >> you mention and because the center armrest/console doesn't allow much >> room by the tunnel. Also, with the seat all the way back, you can put >> your foot on the metal in front of the seat. Your whole foot won't >> fit, but your heal will, and that's what matters. It makes it a lot >> easier to get in and out, especially if you put a little piece of wing >> walk material there for grip. I don't think I'd want to be able to >> move the seat much further back, and certainly wouldn't want to take >> the back stop off or the seat would end of sliding all the way back >> and coming off the rails when a newbie is getting in. >> >> Just my $.02 >> >> do not archive >> >> Jesse Saint >> Saint Aviation, Inc. >> jesse@saintaviation.com >> Cell: 352-427-0285 >> Fax: 815-377-3694 >> >> On May 27, 2008, at 11:58 AM, linn Walters wrote: >> >> >>> Funny you should post while I am trying to find a way to 'fix' the >>> seat rail problem. I'm nowhere near needing to fit the seats, but I >>> thought I'd pull them out and see what they 'feel' like. First, I >>> started looking for the page where you bolt the middle rail >>> support ..... well, you know how that turned out!!! >>> >>> Some things I didn't like about the seat rails ..... As you know, >>> you have to bolt the pin on AFTER you slide the seat in. My fix at >>> the moment is to leave the aft stop off. Countersink the bar with >>> the slots so the screws are flush. >>> >>> The other thing I didn't like was the pin is supposed to be next to >>> the tunnel ...... and those flying might comment ..... and I think >>> it's almost a 1/2 gainer into the cabin to grab the handle and slide >>> the seat back. I think the pin should be next to the door so you >>> can reach it easily while on the wing. >>> >>> That brought me to the next 'problem' ..... wouldn't it be better to >>> slide the seat further back so you could step in on the metal in >>> front of the seat instead of on the seat???? >>> >>> Is it a non-issue?? >>> Linn >>> do not archive >>> >>> Dawson-Townsend,Timothy wrote: >>> >>>> Any tricks to re-mount the seat-track pins after installing the >>>> seats? I don?t see how I?m going to be able to get my hand or a >>>> ratchet down in there between seat and wall . . . >>>> >>>> TDT >>>> 40025 >>>> >>>> Tim Dawson-Townsend >>>> tdt@aurora.aero >>>> 617-500-4812 (office) >>>> 617-905-4800 (mobile) >>>> >>>> href="http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List">http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?RV10-List >>>> href="http://forums.matronics.com">http://forums.matronics.com >>>> href="http://www.matronics.com/contribution">http://www.matronics.com/contribution >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >> > > >


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    Time: 12:12:11 PM PST US
    From: Rick Sked <ricksked@embarqmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Tru Dat!! I was being lazy and didn't feel like squinting and surfing thru the pics...besides...Chad needed to learn how to flip through the pages ;) do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:52:38 AM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Although a good reference I think this is the step in question where one actually drills the elevator http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec11-pg03.html -------------------------------------------------- From: "Rick Sked" <ricksked@embarqmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:28 AM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Chad, > > The parts in question are welded steel and very similar to R/C horns > except they attach to the face of the elevator spar and rib. The "gotcha" > if it exists is based, on where to drill the hole between the two horns. > You center the elevators then drill a hole through each horn to make your > pushrod attach point. Use the link below to see the horns. Tim has > "discussion plans" on his site and you can get a good idea of what folks > are talking about. And for all you guys plugging away on the elevators and > scratching your head....it get's much easier...HA!!!! HA!!!! > HA!!!!....Wait till you bend your fifth trim tab!!! > > http://www.myrv10.com/Plans/RV10_Plans_sec09-pg07.html > > Rick Sked...How long does the last 5% take??? > If one more neighbor asks me how much longer I'm gonna scream!! > 40185 > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Chad E. Carlson" <me@chadcarlson.com> > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:09:13 AM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > > Hi All, > > As a mere mortal observer (read: wannabe builder) collecting building > notes > (thanks to all of you & especially Tim!), I am wondering if someone would > be > willing to provide a photo or two depicting the potential problem and > workaround. > > At this point, the issue is very curious to me because without sufficient > reference material (remember - I have no plans & apparently can't get a > set > until I buy my empennage kit), I am left to think this issue results from > a > flawed manufacturing process. I could be completely wrong, but the > elevator > horns sound like something that ought to be fashioned using fairly > consistent materials, templates, and techniques. Obviously, model aircraft > are poor analog to a full-scale build, but horns from a given model > manufacturer are virtually identical in every way from package to package, > regardless of size. Is that not the case with the RV-10 kit? > > Now that I have said the above, what am I missing in my attempt to > understand the problem?? > > > Chad E. "Swiss watch maker wannabe" Carlson > > me@chadcarlson.com > www.chadcarlson.com > > "Pilots may be temporarily uncertain of their position, but they are never > lost." > > do not archive > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Tim Olson" <Tim@MyRV10.com> > To: <rv10-list@matronics.com> > Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 11:45 AM > Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > >> >> Will do...can someone type up the text in a nice complete wording of >> what the problem is, and what the solution is? I'll be happy to >> post it. Try to give plans page numbers and all if you can. >> >> >> Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD - Flying >> do not archive >> >> >> Lenny Iszak wrote: >>> <lenard@rapiddecision.com> >>> >>> Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator >>> horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the >>> shorter one, just like Mike described:( >>> >>> Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of >>> steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of >>> mind >>> I could weld it and redrill. >>> >>> Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from >>> doing the same thing. >>> >>> There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the >>> elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? >>> >>> Regards, >>> Lenny >>> #40803 >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Read this topic online here: >>> >>> http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 >>> >> >> >> >> >> > > >


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    Time: 05:04:37 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Memorial Day
    From: "Lew Gallagher" <lewgall@charter.net>
    Hey Les, Thanks! I was in Vietnam -- on the ground -- '68-'69 and it's sad, but I'm always pleasantly surprised to get even an indirect thanks. Even if I may have disagreed with why we were there, it was what it was and we surely didn't get "thanks" at the time. By the way -- back at ya! Even with selective memory, I'm sure there were Canadian units there as well. Back to building -- today my upper arms are black and blue from stretching and squeezing to the max to back the last rivets in the last panel of the wings yesterday -- you guys who say you did it alone must have ape hanger arms! Happy Memorial Day! (the group kinda latched onto the "Swiss watch" comment -- must have struck a chord!) Later, - Lew do not archive -------- non-pilot crazy about building NOW OFICIALLY BUILDER #40549 doors almost finished, pants on, WHEW! Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185126#185126


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    Time: 05:55:03 PM PST US
    From: MauleDriver <MauleDriver@nc.rr.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Well, I did about the same. To make it worse, the hole as drilled resulted in the trailing edges being misaligned. I ended up working with my Tech Counselor to weld over one hole, then adding a aluminum block between the two horns. I was able to exactly line up the elevators using the block. The block holds the alignment. Then re-drilling the 2nd hole for the push rod end. My TC said that was how it is done on the Pitts. I think there are a number of ways to fix this including just going with it the way it is as Vans recommends. But there's just something about it involving the elevator... I didn't fully document it but attached is a pic of the block which fits between the two horns and is attached with 3 AN3 bolts. Lenny Iszak wrote: > > Arrrghhh, missed this thread by about 20 minutes... drilled my elevator horns by the plans and screwed up... drilled the longer horn into the shorter one, just like Mike described:( > > Called Van's, they told me that it will hold up as it is. I have 3/16 of steel from the hole to the edge of the metal. They said for peace of mind I could weld it and redrill. > > Tim, If you could add this on your tips page it may save someone from doing the same thing. > > There goes my swiss watch airplane... has anyone tried opening up the elevators and replacing the horns with new ones? > > Regards, > Lenny > #40803 > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185030#185030 > > >


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    Time: 06:58:15 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com>
    Here are some pictures to illustrate the problem. Lenny #40803 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185144#185144 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/right_elevator_horn_199.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/left_elevator_horn_157.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/elevators_topview_565.jpg


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    Time: 07:01:25 PM PST US
    From: "Doug Preston" <dougpflyrv@gmail.com>
    Subject: Re: WEST COAST TRIP
    Jim, glad u saw my note & we greatly appreciate your very generous invitation. It will be a pleasure to meet ya'll and get to visit. Hopefully u can give us lots of pointers and suggestions on what to do & where to go in your part of the country. I hope u will join the gaggle for some legs. On my previous job I had to go to LGB on Monday & return home on Friday about every other week. Got tired of that after a while. Did get to fly out to Catalina Island for something different. May want to do that again. Is there a better time to catch u at home? I will give u a call soon. Thanks again. Regards, Doug On Tue, May 27, 2008 at 10:50 AM, <pilotdds@aol.com> wrote: > I would love to host the group overnight at Lake Tahoe.We can accomadate 8 > couples and there are ample hotels in the area for overflow.My number is > 209-610-6689.Aircraft is 728DD.Home base is KSCK.-Jim > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Doug Preston <dougpflyrv@gmail.com> > To: rv10-list@matronics.com > Sent: Fri, 23 May 2008 7:44 am > Subject: RV10-List: WEST COAST TRIP > > ANSWERING MACHINE GLITCH.......WILL JIM FROM CA THAT CALLED ME LAST NITE > PLEASE CALL BACK OR DROP ME AN EMAIL. THE ANSWERING MACHINE FOULED UP AND I > ONLY GOT THESE NUMBERS 610-668. > WE PRESENTLY PLAN TO LEAVE ALABAMA ON AUG. 30TH TAKING THE SOUTHERN ROUTE > (PLUS SIDE STOPS OF INTEREST) TO CA AND UP THE WEST COAST TO VAN'S AND ON > THE WA AND RETURN THE NORTHERN ROUTE (PLUS SIDE STOPS) TO BE HOME BY SEPT. > 14TH. WOULD BE GREAT TO MEET FOLKS ALONG THE WAY AND HAVE U FLY SOME LEGS > WITH US. ALSO APPRECIATE SUGGESTIONS ON POINTS OF INTEREST, ROUTES, AIRPORT > RESTAURANTS, MOTELS, AND ESPECIALLY ADVICE ON MOUNTAIN FLYING. > REGARDS, > > DOUG PRESTON > RV-10 > N372RV > BIRMINGHAM, AL > H-205-823-2955 > C-205-873-2955 > > DO NOT ARCHIVE > > * > > * > > ------------------------------ > Stay informed, get connected and more with AOL on your phone<http://mobile.aol.com/productOverview.jsp?productOverview=aol-mobile-overview&?ncid=aolmbd00030000000139> > . > > * > > * > >


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    Time: 08:05:30 PM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Looks like mine and looks like you did a nice job too!. I really don't think one need to worry too much as I figure the bolt will be on tight plus there is the aft horn as well. Structurally, being Van's wasn't concerned, I trust it should be fine. Best of success reaching your comfort decision Pascal -------------------------------------------------- From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 6:51 PM Subject: RV10-List: Re: Elevators > > Here are some pictures to illustrate the problem. > > Lenny > #40803 > > > Read this topic online here: > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185144#185144 > > > Attachments: > > http://forums.matronics.com//files/right_elevator_horn_199.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/left_elevator_horn_157.jpg > http://forums.matronics.com//files/elevators_topview_565.jpg > > >


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    Time: 09:04:52 PM PST US
    From: Rick Sked <ricksked@embarqmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Lenny, It's not a problem... The load is placed fore and aft...1/16" is not a big deal, it's not in shear, it's not going to make your watch stop in this case. Place a bolt in that hole and hang from it somehow....it ain't gonna fail. Later in the build you may get a chance to CUT some of that same material (Meager attempt to modify control cable bracket)...after you replace your band saw blade you'll understand how tough that material is. I've seen RV's with less clearance that what you have there...borrowed time? Maybe but most likely not. If you have ever felt the "feel" of a completed control hook up you will understand how smooth it feels and how well it moves. A good pull on the stick at 170kts is about 3 to 4 pounds of force, it is not that much strain and especially on 4130 steel. Remember there are only 6 aluminum pop rivets holding in your pushrod end into that aluminum tube....that horn is tough as nails. And...you can fall back on edge clearance...which is measured from the center of the hole, not the edge...your fine. Rick (why do I ask for the flames) Sked 40185 Man I wish I was finished, staring at the wheel pants. do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 6:51:04 PM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles Subject: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Here are some pictures to illustrate the problem. Lenny #40803 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185144#185144 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/right_elevator_horn_199.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/left_elevator_horn_157.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/elevators_topview_565.jpg


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    Time: 09:07:02 PM PST US
    From: Rick Sked <ricksked@embarqmail.com>
    Subject: Re: Elevators
    Oh yeah...looking at the rest of your work...nice job. Visible rivets look very cool, as does everything else...I see your dilema...Your a Virgo too right? :) Rick Sked 40185 do not archive ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lenny Iszak" <lenard@rapiddecision.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 6:51:04 PM (GMT-0800) America/Los_Angeles Subject: RV10-List: Re: Elevators Here are some pictures to illustrate the problem. Lenny #40803 Read this topic online here: http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=185144#185144 Attachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/right_elevator_horn_199.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/left_elevator_horn_157.jpg http://forums.matronics.com//files/elevators_topview_565.jpg


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    Time: 09:32:59 PM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5
    Rob; Any updates on the "beta testing" prop? I know "so" isn't here yet but I was hoping the "another week" had Thanks! Pascal From: RobHickman@aol.com Sent: Friday, May 16, 2008 1:31 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 In a message dated 5/16/2008 12:14:51 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, pascal@rv10builder.net writes: Haha, gone to a dinner 1000 miles away? .. you crack me up . By the way, thanks for sponsoring it. Any performance difference noticed? climb, cruise, etc.. with the composite prop? Any updates (unofficially) on the DECK and future plans for it's expanded capabilities? Thanks! I am still gathering data on the prop, should have it in another week or so. I am currently flying the flight director, autopilot interface, and weather. We currently have six full time engineers and four of them are only working on software. Rob Hickman ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. R0lGODlhEwATAOZ/AOS6S+zEWdOzO/zmSvTPOe67KPbPN/nVO/LVhf/jR9ytK/zpTvv16PPbnuGs J9u8SvLEMO7CM/7eQtyjNf3yVtnElcmhLdSlKOq0JP3wV9CgKP/kSLGSSfzvVvnaQrKUUPviR+nT pP7tU/3zV8y6k8GpbsqyeqSBLZ8/H/3kSfvoTdeXJfjYPaiOhvzcQPHBLemzIruQKP/iRfbTPf/h Q/XIM9imJvrZPrWLKO24J/znTP3sUua1OaN/KdykLuO4Mf3tUdaZL/7mSv3vU+e2L9iZJvDKVfze QvPNObqaUtmfNPC+K+SwJvvmTfnZP+a1Kc2JJ/vbQVonFOmyJP7sUOGzLffRN/bPOK1WIruiaOvP R8Ksed26bPvuVv3rUOGsM/70WPvjS86oTNCqTXVLPX5WSv3wVMN5JvvnS+G1L9aoLP7hRaFDIPfn wvfXP+y3JvvbP+DUt7KPZ9m7c+vMe7JfJP7lS5t8cPvcQvXMNvz69uDHiVMeDZl4J////////yH/ C05FVFNDQVBFMi4wAwEAAAAh+QQJZAB/ACwAAAAAEwATAAAH/4B/goN/DQFEAQ2Ei4IMRnyQKjIz EQCQfIwEfBlmQ3wLAwlkPyF/mIMzI2AUFENAoAkSN2mlg0gZGSMUfX07sBK8agyCRikdXSN9fn59 CwspysxjggQiHR3JLXzNCyB92n0ahR5A1tnbOjre4AoVAQkLVF4D0X0pICz1TElEKWgqKprQs4eP hRteBTCcCBAlgZABOgak2BArCosrNZbkcPChAQEaCRJsGDCAhgQ4LKzUeJFQA4k/EVxIcDEShZIB Lpwc+FKgAIwYggAgYXHjyBElNnkoDYKigA0Og6rkMUDVAFMUWFFAKYJjkQIIEF5A8OGjyIqzK2Aw +nPhSc8cbxww+LTRde0fMRpsMJniQEMMqHYHVUhy4sNLRoEAACH5BAkyAH8ALAAAAAATABMAAAf/ gH+Cg4IIAQhthIqDcnx8DyprMxE/UneLfwQ6Dw+PC0IyUj9cUoozFCMUFJ0LAwkboxWESBlgI2AU HTutCQl9fR96hXa1thQiuwMyfX5+fXuCSCIdFAI9PVphKinLzX0agh5A0x1NWtcDGzR9ZWV9CnEI MgtUO/a72zISPY59TCYBUuhQsaCgCh3cJLg4YMFCAQwfEOBJkGKAjgFCEuiLwuIKhCU5HGxpQ4CG jF5sEqyRwNFKjRcPNcT5EyGKhJsoJrhwcsDAy4cYYgiig4TFjRsTUASxkgcCzDcYbJQYVCWPAStX JmCpAyVIgRUoMOBQpACCWQg+zmBhgwLFGaGLIi48KVAgB1QMMGyMxfRnjgYbTKY40BBjKt9BWUx8 2JIFUyAAIfkEBQoAfwAsAAAAABMAEwAAB/+Af4KDfw0BRAENhIuCDEZ8kCoyMxEAkHyMBHwZZkN8 CwMJZD8hf5iDMyNgFBRDQKAJEjdppYNIGRkjFH19O7ASvGoMgkYpHV0jfX5+fQsLKcrMY4IEIh0d yS18zQsgfdp9GoUeQNbZ2zo63uAKFQEJC1ReA9F9KSAs9UxJRCloKiqa0LOHj4UbXgUwnAgQJYGQ AToGpNgQKwqLKzWW5HDwoQEBGgkSbBgwgIYEOCys1HiRUAOJPxFcSHAxEoWSAS6cHPhSoACMGIIA IGFx48gRJTZ5KA2CooANDoOq5DFA1QBTFFhRQCmCY5ECCBBeQPDho8iKsytgMPpz4UnPHG8cMPi0 0XXtHzEabDCZ4kBDDKh2B1VIcuLDS0aBAAA7


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    Time: 09:40:54 PM PST US
    From: "pascal" <pascal@rv10builder.net>
    Subject: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5
    Rob; Any updates on the "beta testing" prop? I know "so" isn't here yet but I was hoping the "another week" had Thanks! Pascal From: RobHickman@aol.com Sent: Friday, May 16, 2008 1:31 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 In a message dated 5/16/2008 12:14:51 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, pascal@rv10builder.net writes: Haha, gone to a dinner 1000 miles away? .. you crack me up. By the way, thanks for sponsoring it. Any performance difference noticed? climb, cruise, etc.. with the composite prop? Any updates (unofficially) on the DECK and future plans for it's expanded capabilities? Thanks! I am still gathering data on the prop, should have it in another week or so. I am currently flying the flight director, autopilot interface, and weather. We currently have six full time engineers and four of them are only working on software. Rob Hickman ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food.


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    Time: 11:03:18 PM PST US
    Subject: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5
    From: John Jessen <n212pj@gmail.com>
    It's amazing how far these RV's have come, from the 4 to the 10. Just amazing. That Cessna, what, a 140? Not bad either. And, BTW, I think Les Kearney, who attended the dinner, lives at least 1,000 plus miles distant. Get on over here in the Fall, Pascal. No excuses. _____ From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of pascal Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:38 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 Rob; Any updates on the "beta testing" prop? I know "so" isn't here yet but I was hoping the "another week" had Thanks! Pascal From: RobHickman@aol.com Sent: Friday, May 16, 2008 1:31 PM Subject: Re: RV10-List: Re: Hartzell prop and IO540D4A5 In a message dated 5/16/2008 12:14:51 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, pascal@rv10builder.net writes: Haha, gone to a dinner 1000 miles away? .. you crack me up. By the way, thanks for sponsoring it. Any performance difference noticed? climb, cruise, etc.. with the composite prop? Any updates (unofficially) on the DECK and future plans for it's expanded capabilities? Thanks! I am still gathering data on the prop, should have it in another week or so. I am currently flying the flight director, autopilot interface, and weather. We currently have six full time engineers and four of them are only working on software. Rob Hickman _____ Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food <http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001> .


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    Time: 11:41:41 PM PST US
    From: "Albert Gardner" <ibspud@roadrunner.com>
    Subject: Seat track pin
    Greg's seat adjustment levers are very, very nice and I'd recommend them to every one but make it even harder to install the pin block. BUT, if you use nut plates instead of lock nuts it's easy to install the bolts. Now if I could just find a way to make the seat back lock more user friendly... Albert Gardner N991RV Yuma, AZ -----Original Message----- David Maib The plans call for the pin to be on the outside. I think they might say somewhere that you can put them on the inside if you desire, but that does not look like the optimal place to me. BTW, I just installed Greg Hale's seat adjustment levers and am really pleased with them. Nice workmanship and an easy install that makes a very nice improvement over the Van's knuckle scrapers. You can see them at Greg's web site. http://www.nwacaptain.com/ David Maib 40559




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