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     1. 07:06 AM - Alternator belt alignment (aerosport1)
     2. 07:24 AM - Re: Alternator belt alignment (greghale)
     3. 08:35 AM - Garmin 296 $350 with Gizmo (Dave Saylor)
     4. 10:40 AM - How long to build an RV10 (AirMike)
     5. 11:05 AM - Re: Alternator belt alignment (Geoff Combs)
     6. 11:20 AM - Re: Oil door hidden hinge (ivankris)
     7. 11:20 AM - Re: RV-List: Garmin 296 $350 with Gizmo (Dave Saylor)
     8. 12:01 PM - Re: Re: Oil door hidden hinge - OT (Bill Mauledriver Watson)
     9. 12:11 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (John Gonzalez)
    10. 12:48 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (gary)
    11. 01:25 PM - Fuel Flow variations (Deems Davis)
    12. 01:41 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (Seano)
    13. 02:13 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (Kelly McMullen)
    14. 02:15 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (Bob Leffler)
    15. 02:15 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (David McNeill)
    16. 02:20 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (Bob Leffler)
    17. 02:24 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (William Curtis)
    18. 02:25 PM - Like Seeing a Rock Star... (Jeff Carpenter)
    19. 02:32 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (orchidman)
    20. 02:39 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (orchidman)
    21. 02:44 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (Jeff Carpenter)
    22. 03:11 PM - Re: Re: Oil door hidden hinge (Bill Mauledriver Watson)
    23. 04:29 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (gary)
    24. 04:51 PM - Artex ME406 - are they shipping yet? (Bill Mauledriver Watson)
    25. 04:53 PM - Re: Re: How long to build an RV10 (Bill Mauledriver Watson)
    26. 05:03 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (Richard Bibb)
    27. 05:04 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (Bob Leffler)
    28. 05:35 PM - Re: Fuel Flow variations (Dave Saylor)
    29. 06:49 PM - Re: Door seal info (fdombroski)
    30. 07:27 PM - Re: Oil door hidden hinge - OT (ivankris)
    31. 09:08 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (richard sipp)
    32. 09:35 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (Neil & Sarah Colliver)
    33. 10:35 PM - Re: How long to build an RV10 (Don McDonald)
 
 
 
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| Subject:  | Alternator belt alignment | 
      
      
      I was putting on my alternator today and find that the belt is misaligned
      by about 1/3 of the belt width to the belt groove on the engine. I have a Aerosport
      engine and the stock PLane Power alternator has any one else seen this problem?
      Or is this standard and leave it alone. I would think they need to be perfectly
      aligned.
      
      Geoff
      
      --------
      Geoff Combs
       RV-10 QB N829GW
      Finishing
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257779#257779
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Alternator belt alignment | 
      
      
      My Plane Power alternator pulley did not align with th ring gear pulley groove.
      I swapped ends with the alternator bracket and that corrected the problem. 
      I did however have to make new spacers on the bracket to hold the alternator in
      position.  I am using the dual groove ring gear for the air conditioning compressor.
      
      Greg...
      
      --------
      Greg Hale rv10 -- N210KH
      www.nwacaptain.com
      
      
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| Subject:  | Garmin 296 $350 with Gizmo | 
      
      Garmin 296 for sale.  I bought it new, and it works great in the air and in
      the car.  Lots of accessories:  AirGizmo panel mount, car bean bag mount,
      yoke mount, external antenna, external speaker/power cord, 128M data card
      for driving that covers about half the U.S. at a time, AC power, owner's
      manual, more.
      
      $350 plus shipping
      
      -- 
      Dave Saylor
      AirCrafters LLC
      140 Aviation Way
      Watsonville, CA 95076
      831-722-9141 Shop
      831-750-0284 Cell
      
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| Subject:  | How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      
      A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build an RV10? Well
      I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with modest mechanical skills.
      I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took training from the excellent
      empenage build class  (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in Eugene OR. I logged my
      build hours fairly carefully for all 32 months of the build process. Starting
      on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly with FAA EXP certification,
      I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours of builder assist and assistance
      time. Total investment 2907 human hours of plan study and build. This does
      not include the many hours on this site and sending/receiving e-mails from
      fellow builders.
      
      --------
      OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      Q/B Kit - end game
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      
      
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| Subject:  | Alternator belt alignment | 
      
      
      Mystery is solved. I some how had turned the ring gear pulley groove plate
      one stud off and was just hand tighten it. Once I got it holes in the
      correct alignment everything was good. All is good and prop is on.
      
      Thanks Geoff
      
      Geoff Combs
      President
      Aerosport Modeling & Design
      8090 Howe Industrial Parkway 
      Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
      614-834-5227p
      614-834-5230f
      www.aerosportmodeling.com
      
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of aerosport1
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:06 AM
      Subject: RV10-List: Alternator belt alignment
      
      
      --> <g.combs@aerosportmodeling.com>
      
      I was putting on my alternator today and find that the belt is misaligned by
      about 1/3 of the belt width to the belt groove on the engine. I have a
      Aerosport engine and the stock PLane Power alternator has any one else seen
      this problem? Or is this standard and leave it alone. I would think they
      need to be perfectly aligned.
      
      Geoff
      
      --------
      Geoff Combs
       RV-10 QB N829GW
      Finishing
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257779#257779
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Oil door hidden hinge | 
      
      
      YOU shouldn't need to get into the honeycomb areas of the top cowl to attach a hidden hinge here is a link to some pictures I hope will help you understand the process. http://ivankristensen.phanfare.com/2292606_4268126#imageID=77306227
      This hidden hinge and the door latches are from Non Stop Aviation
      
      Regards,
      
      Ivan Kristensen
      
      #40838
      
      FF and wiring
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257821#257821
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: RV-List: Garmin 296 $350 with Gizmo | 
      
      Sold.  Thanks for the calls--Dave
      
      On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 8:35 AM, Dave Saylor <
      dave.saylor.aircrafters@gmail.com> wrote:
      
      > Garmin 296 for sale.  I bought it new, and it works great in the air and in
      > the car.  Lots of accessories:  AirGizmo panel mount, car bean bag mount,
      > yoke mount, external antenna, external speaker/power cord, 128M data card
      > for driving that covers about half the U.S. at a time, AC power, owner's
      > manual, more.
      >
      > $350 plus shipping
      >
      > --
      > Dave Saylor
      > AirCrafters LLC
      > 140 Aviation Way
      > Watsonville, CA 95076
      > 831-722-9141 Shop
      > 831-750-0284 Cell
      >
      > *
      >
      > *
      >
      >
      
      
      -- 
      Dave Saylor
      AirCrafters LLC
      140 Aviation Way
      Watsonville, CA 95076
      831-722-9141 Shop
      831-750-0284 Cell
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Oil door hidden hinge - OT | 
      
      
      Ivan, I see you are an RC Pattern flyer.  You may know my brother Glen.  
      I don't think he went to the Nats this year but he won the 07 Masters 
      and I think he did 2nd last year.
      
      I've got a few backyard flyers here in the shop but can't find the time 
      to fool around much.
      
      Bill "now ready for the oil door" Watson
      
      ivankris wrote:
      >
      > YOU shouldn't need to get into the honeycomb areas of the top cowl to attach a hidden hinge here is a link to some pictures I hope will help you understand the process. http://ivankristensen.phanfare.com/2292606_4268126#imageID=77306227
      > This hidden hinge and the door latches are from Non Stop Aviation
      >
      > Regards,
      >
      > Ivan Kristensen
      >
      > #40838
      >
      > FF and wiring
      >
      >
      > Read this topic online here:
      >
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257821#257821
      >
      >
      >   
      
      
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| Subject:  | How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      
      Was this a QB fuse and wings?
      
      
      Oh poop=2C I am at 1900 hrs with a QB fuse and wings and about ready to put
       the engine on and do the cowl. Started in 2004
      
      
      Everyone that know me asks=2C "are you done yet?"
      
      
      I know a guy who said he built one in six months with two people...that's w
      hat he said.
      
      
      John
      
      > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
      > Date: Sat=2C 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
      > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > 
      > 
      > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build an RV1
      0? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder=2C with modest m
      echanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took training fro
      m the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in Eugene 
      OR. I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 32 months of the build
       process. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly with
       FAA EXP certification=2C I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours 
      of builder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human hours of
       plan study and build. This does not include the many hours on this site an
      d sending/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      > 
      > --------
      > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > Q/B Kit - end game
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > Read this topic online here:
      > 
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      ===========
      ===========
      ===========
      ===========
      > 
      > 
      > 
      
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| Subject:  | How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      The correct answer to "are you done yet" is" I will be done on Tuesday".
      Some Tuesday some month some year.
      
      
      Gary Specketer
      
      
        _____  
      
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of John Gonzalez
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 2:07 PM
      Subject: RE: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      
      
      Was this a QB fuse and wings?
      
      Oh poop, I am at 1900 hrs with a QB fuse and wings and about ready to put
      the engine on and do the cowl. Started in 2004
      
      Everyone that know me asks, "are you done yet?"
      
      I know a guy who said he built one in six months with two people...that's
      what he said.
      
      John
      
      > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
      > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
      > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > 
      > 
      > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build an
      RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with modest
      mechanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took training
      from the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in
      Eugene OR. I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 32 months of the
      build process. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly
      with FAA EXP certification, I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours
      of builder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human hours of
      plan study and build. This does not include the many hours on this site and
      sending/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      > 
      > --------
      > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > Q/B Kit - end game
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > Read this topic online here:
      > 
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      > 
      > 
      >
      > 
      > 
      > 
      
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted 
      in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow 
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of 
      the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the 
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some 
      dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about 
      mounting location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and 
      any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      I think all of the newbies who have the time should by the slow build.  
      I am finishing section 29 this week and started the SB kit Feb 3 09. I 
      don't know how long the wait is right now for the QB kits but it seems 
      like it's just as fast to build the sb.
        ----- Original Message -----
        From: John Gonzalez 
        To: RV 10 group 
        Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:06 PM
        Subject: RE: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      
      
        Was this a QB fuse and wings?
         
        Oh poop, I am at 1900 hrs with a QB fuse and wings and about ready to 
      put the engine on and do the cowl. Started in 2004
         
        Everyone that know me asks, "are you done yet?"
         
        I know a guy who said he built one in six months with two 
      people...that's what he said.
         
        John
         
        > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
        > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
        > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
        > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
        > 
        > 
        > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build 
      an RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with 
      modest mechanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took 
      training from the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at 
      Synergy in Eugene OR. I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 
      32 months of the build process. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it 
      was 100% ready to fly with FAA EXP certification, I logged 2600 hours of 
      my own time and 307 hours of builder assist and assistance time. Total 
      investment 2907 human hours of plan study and build. This does not 
      include the many hours on this site and sending/receiving e-mails from 
      fellow builders.
        > 
        > --------
        > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
        > Q/B Kit - end game
        > 
        > 
        > 
        > 
        > Read this topic online here:
        > 
        > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
        > 
        > 
        >
        > 
        > 
        > 
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      There are differing opinions as to where it should go. The problem with
      putting it in the line to the spider is that line normally is mostly
      vertical, and there is very little horizontal line to insert the sender.
      EI, which I think  uses the same sender recommends between the mechanical
      fuel pump and the fuel servo, unless it is a Continental time injection that
      returns fuel to the tank full time. It comes down to where it will
      conveniently fit, and have a straight, horizontal line/hose for several
      inches before the sending unit.
      .1-.2 gph fluctuation is pretty normal, more than that may be a problem. The
      connections between the sending unit and the instrument can be an issue.
      
      On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 1:24 PM, Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net> wrote:
      
      >
      > Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      > I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.
      >  Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted in
      > the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow
      > Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of the
      > meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the
      > distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some dialogue
      > on this subject and basically verified what Don said about mounting
      > location.
      > I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and any
      > attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      >
      > Thanks
      >
      > Deems Davis N519PJ
      > http://deemsrv10.com/
      >
      >
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      Deems, good timing on your question.  Ivan Kristensen and I were having the
      same discussion the other day.   We too would like to hear from anyone that
      mounted there fuel flow sensor in a non-standard location to minimize the
      impact of when the fuel pump is engaged.
      
      My memory seems to think that Gary B. may have done this and may have some
      data since he's flying now.
      
      Thanks,
      
      Bob
      #40684
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 4:24 PM
      Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted 
      in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow 
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of 
      the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the 
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some 
      dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about 
      mounting location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and 
      any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      I think you need to put things in perspective. Everyone thinks that if you
      have a digital reading that's the last word. It used to be analog needles
      and a printed scale on the dial. Fluctuations occurred all the time but
      measurements were not precise enough to matter or be discernible. A variety
      of things including varying temps or pressures can cause a sensor to output
      differently. We are measuring milli and micro values of electricity. It is
      quite possible that the fluctuations are within the accuracy of the sensor
      but the measurement of the volt or pressure or gph on a digital gauge
      pretends to be more precise. That said: my fuel flow bounces around by .1 to
      .3 with the engine driven pump. Turn on the boost pump and see the same
      mixture setting show many gallons more flow.
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:24 PM
      Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted in
      the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of the
      meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some dialogue
      on this subject and basically verified what Don said about mounting
      location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and any
      attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      I'm in Chapter 33 at the moment and at 1044 hours of time (2.5 years
      duration).  Standard build all the way.   I suspect I'm probably about half
      way done.
      
      
      Bob
      
      
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Seano
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 4:31 PM
      Subject: Re: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      
      
      I think all of the newbies who have the time should by the slow build.  I am
      finishing section 29 this week and started the SB kit Feb 3 09. I don't know
      how long the wait is right now for the QB kits but it seems like it's just
      as fast to build the sb.
      
      ----- Original Message -----
      
      From: John Gonzalez <mailto:indigoonlatigo@msn.com>  
      
      
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 1:06 PM
      
      Subject: RE: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      
      
      Was this a QB fuse and wings?
      
      Oh poop, I am at 1900 hrs with a QB fuse and wings and about ready to put
      the engine on and do the cowl. Started in 2004
      
      Everyone that know me asks, "are you done yet?"
      
      I know a guy who said he built one in six months with two people...that's
      what he said.
      
      John
      
      > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
      > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
      > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > 
      > 
      > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build an
      RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with modest
      mechanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took training
      from the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in
      Eugene OR. I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 32 months of the
      build process. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly
      with FAA EXP certification, I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours
      of builder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human hours of
      plan study and build. This does not include the many hours on this site and
      sending/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      > 
      > --------
      > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > Q/B Kit - end game
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > Read this topic online here:
      > 
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      > 
      > 
      >
      > 
      > 
      > 
      
      
      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
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      Yes, this is the consensus of AFS, EI, Airflow et al.  For this reason as
      well as easier access to the transducer, I have moved my fuel flow
      transducer from the tunnel to the servo output port.  With some additional
      parts from AN Plumbing<http://www.anplumbing.com/shop/index.php?shop=&dept=Steel>,
      I was able to put it there without any change to the hoses.
      
      William
      http://wcurtis.nerv10.com/
      
      
      On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 4:24 PM, Deems Davis <deemsdavis@cox.net> wrote:
      
      >
      > Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      > I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.
      >  Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted in
      > the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow
      > Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of the
      > meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the
      > distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some dialogue
      > on this subject and basically verified what Don said about mounting
      > location.
      > I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and any
      > attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      >
      > Thanks
      >
      > Deems Davis N519PJ
      > http://deemsrv10.com/
      >
      >
      
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| Subject:  | Like Seeing a Rock Star... | 
      
      I took the kids to lunch today at EMT (where I just finished my BFR  
      after a 10 year layoff)... We were watching the planes come and go  
      when a beautiful low wing  aircraft landed and taxied toward us.   
      "That can't be an RV-10 I said to myself... and with the White/Yellow/ 
      Blue paint job that was becoming more clear as the plane drew closer,  
      I knew that it certainly couldn't be "that" RV-10... but it was...  
      N410RV with Gus in the left seat and I felt like Elvis just walked in  
      to my living room.  What a thrill.
      
      Gus graciously answered the first 30 or so questions I had as I  
      scrutinized the fiber glass details that have so occupied my mind over  
      the last few months. Then he had to load up his passengers and head  
      off to Camarillo for an RV-12 dog and pony show today.  I took a few  
      low grade pics with the iphone as he rotated and disappeared off to  
      the West.
      
      Can anyone watch my kids for a few hours today?  I've got some sanding  
      to do...
      
      Jeff Carpenter
      40304
      do not archive
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      
      I did a slow build.  Only recorded the time for the sections from Van's.  Didn't
      record the time for wiring design, instrument panel cutting and install, etc.
      In months it took 29 months and 25 days from receiving the emp kit to first
      flight.
      About 99.9% of the work was at home.  Unless you live on the airport, when you
      move to the airport, progress will come to a screeching snails pace.
      
      --------
      Gary Blankenbiller
      RV10 - # 40674
      (N2GB Flying)
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257863#257863
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      I have no problems following AFS's recommendations as others here have also noted.
      The engine shop provided me with the new hoses.
      
      --------
      Gary Blankenbiller
      RV10 - # 40674
      (N2GB Flying)
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257864#257864
      
      
      Attachments: 
      
      http://forums.matronics.com//files/100_3207_913.jpg
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      
      I'm slow build all the way... just now coming up on 2400 hours and  
      about 1/2 way through the doors...  I think (no idea why) I'm about  
      400-600 hours away from the finish line.
      
      Jeff Carpenter
      40304
      do not archive
      
      
      On Aug 15, 2009, at 10:39 AM, AirMike wrote:
      
      >
      > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build  
      > an RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder,  
      > with modest mechanical skills.  I was motivated to build a QB  
      > myself. I took training from the excellent empenage build class   
      > (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in Eugene OR. I logged my build hours  
      > fairly carefully for all 32 months of the build process. Starting on  
      > 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly with FAA EXP  
      > certification, I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours of  
      > builder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human  
      > hours of plan study and build. This does not include the many hours  
      > on this site and sending/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      >
      > --------
      > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > Q/B Kit - end game
      >
      >
      > Read this topic online here:
      >
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      >
      >
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Oil door hidden hinge | 
      
      
      Thanks for the pics.  Yes, I thought that's what I would be doing but 
      I've already cut too big a hole and am planning a slightly larger door 
      and door opening.  Note to self; cut a small hole then enlarge as more 
      is learned.
      
      Nice site and pics.  Thanks!
      
      vankris wrote:
      >
      > YOU shouldn't need to get into the honeycomb areas of the top cowl to attach a hidden hinge here is a link to some pictures I hope will help you understand the process. http://ivankristensen.phanfare.com/2292606_4268126#imageID=77306227
      > This hidden hinge and the door latches are from Non Stop Aviation
      >
      > Regards,
      >
      > Ivan Kristensen
      >
      > #40838
      >
      > FF and wiring
      >
      >
      > Read this topic online here:
      >
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257821#257821
      >
      >
      >   
      
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      I too get variations using the stock location.  In a previous aircraft I had
      it located between the servo and the spider with good success, but as
      pointed out, I did not have digital readout on it.  I am tempted to move
      mine, but would really like to get input from those who have found a rock
      steady location.
      
      Gary Specketer
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:24 PM
      Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted 
      in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow 
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of 
      the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the 
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some 
      dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about 
      mounting location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and 
      any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | Artex ME406 - are they shipping yet? | 
      
      
      I have one backordered at AS and  wondering if they are shipping from 
      anywhere yet.
      
      Hoping to install it before closing up the battery bay.
      
      Bill
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      
      I'm coming up in my 36th month after starting my  build at Ron 
      Alexander's builders assist shop.
      
      Did a QB and have an ideal building situation so I'm able to do 
      something on most days.   But I'm far from being a dedicated builder.  I 
      don't have any idea how many hours I've spent.
      
      If things go well, I hope to be flying 12 months from now having done my 
      own panel and own paint.  We'll see.
      
      Bill "FWF" Watson
      
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      On the Matronics web site Matt used to sell a small spherical device to put
      in the line to dampen out pulsations to improve accuracy or minimize
      disturbances.  Sort of like a "water hammer" shock absorber put in your
      water line at home.
      
      Might be worth a try...
      
      See:  http://www.matronics.com/fuelchec/dampener.html
      
      
      Richard Bibb
      972-771-2598
      972-835-5979 mobile
      
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of gary
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 6:25 PM
      Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      I too get variations using the stock location.  In a previous aircraft I had
      it located between the servo and the spider with good success, but as
      pointed out, I did not have digital readout on it.  I am tempted to move
      mine, but would really like to get input from those who have found a rock
      steady location.
      
      Gary Specketer
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:24 PM
      Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted 
      in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow 
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of 
      the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the 
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some 
      dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about 
      mounting location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and 
      any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      
      
      I found photo's of Rob Hickman's installation:
      
      http://lh6.ggpht.com/RobHickmanAFS/SNltW4FJUII/AAAAAAAAAQo/sX7EW06y0Zg/s800/
      Fuel%20Flow%20Transducer.jpg
      
      Gary Blankenbiller's at:
      
      http://www.wingscc.com/n2gb/FF1-Engine/100_3207.jpg
      
      
      Looking at the install procedures for the EI FT-60 on EI's site (which is
      used by several of the EFIS vendors):
      
      1. Find a convenient location between the Fuel Servo and Flow
      Divider and away from any hot exhaust pipes to suspend the
      Fuel Flow Transducer
      
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of gary
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 7:25 PM
      Subject: RE: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      I too get variations using the stock location.  In a previous aircraft I had
      it located between the servo and the spider with good success, but as
      pointed out, I did not have digital readout on it.  I am tempted to move
      mine, but would really like to get input from those who have found a rock
      steady location.
      
      Gary Specketer
      
      -----Original Message-----
      From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:24 PM
      Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      
      
      Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.  
      Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted 
      in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow 
      Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of 
      the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the 
      distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some 
      dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about 
      mounting location.
      I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and 
      any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      
      Thanks
      
      Deems Davis N519PJ
      http://deemsrv10.com/
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Fuel Flow variations | 
      
      FF is definitely more stable measured between the servo and the spider.  I
      moved my sender because of the erroneous reading with the boost pump on, and
      I'm happy with the results.  I do see very minor fluctuations now and then,
      but I suspect that with an analog instrument, you would never notice.  It's
      just that digital instruments are so...digital.
      
      On Sat, Aug 15, 2009 at 4:25 PM, gary <speckter@comcast.net> wrote:
      
      >
      > I too get variations using the stock location.  In a previous aircraft I
      > had
      > it located between the servo and the spider with good success, but as
      > pointed out, I did not have digital readout on it.  I am tempted to move
      > mine, but would really like to get input from those who have found a rock
      > steady location.
      >
      > Gary Specketer
      >
      > -----Original Message-----
      > From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
      > [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Deems Davis
      > Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 3:24 PM
      > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > Subject: RV10-List: Fuel Flow variations
      >
      >
      > Is anyone experiencing variations in fuel flow readings?
      > I am experiencing variations in fuel flow readings of up to .5 gph.
      > Typically the variations are .1-.3 gph. I've got the flow meter mounted
      > in the tunnel per Van's plans. And after talking to Don Rivera @ Airflow
      > Performance, he believes that the variations are due to the location of
      > the meter. Apparently the optimum location is between the servo and the
      > distribution spider. I've searched the archives, as I recalled some
      > dialogue on this subject and basically verified what Don said about
      > mounting location.
      > I'm interested to know if others are experiencing similar readings and
      > any attempts to improve or correct the situation.
      >
      > Thanks
      >
      > Deems Davis N519PJ
      > http://deemsrv10.com/
      >
      >
      
      
      -- 
      Dave Saylor
      AirCrafters LLC
      140 Aviation Way
      Watsonville, CA 95076
      831-722-9141 Shop
      831-750-0284 Cell
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Door seal info | 
      
      
      I am going to order both sizes, and will report back in a couple of weeks if the
      1/8" bulb works out.  The flange size is the same.  The stock seals are not
      doing the job, so back to the dust buster...
      
      Thanks all.
      
      --------
      Frank Dombroski
      RV-10 N46WD Flying
      RV-8 N84FD final assembly
      N40 Sky Manor Airport
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257912#257912
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: Oil door hidden hinge - OT | 
      
      
      Glen Watson? No I don't think I know him. This year is the first time back to the
      US Pattern Nationals in about 10 years so I have been out of the "Pattern"
      loop for a few years.
      
      Building the RV-10 is taking most of my time these days but I still find some time
      to go the the R/C field now and then.
      
      Ivan Kristensen
      
      #40838
      
      
      Read this topic online here:
      
      http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257916#257916
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      IMHO it takes as long as it takes.  The variables of: builder 
      experience, fast/slow build, amount of contracted work (paint, avionics, 
      interior, builder assist etc.) personal situation, $$, retired/working 
      full time are so broad that there is no good answer.  
      
      I would suggest that a builder proceed at whatever is a comfortable pace 
      as his or her circumstances allow.  Too fast risks burn-out, mistakes, 
      and family issues.  Rather than set deadlines or unrealistic goals try 
      to do something or a regular schedule and before you know it a completed 
      airplane will be sitting on the ramp ready to be flown.
      Keep the pace at an enjoyable level without obsessing.
      
      Our first project, an RV-4 took (classified # years over 10), I was 
      working two flying jobs and was away from the project often. That's my 
      story and I'm stickin' to it.
      The second project, a slow build -10 was finished in about 4 years.  
      This time the kit was way more advanced, I was retired, and the avionics 
      was sub-contracted.
      
      As for actual hours?  Probably pretty close to what Mike reported.
      
      The most important thing is to have fun doing it. 
      
      Tailwinds
      Dick Sipp
      RV4 sold, RV-10 N110DV 170 hours
         
        > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
        > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
        > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
        > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
        > 
        > 
        > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build 
      an RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with 
      modest mechanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took 
      training from the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at 
      Synergy in Eugene OR. I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 
      32 months of the build process. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it 
      was 100% ready to fly with FAA EXP certification, I logged 2600 hours of 
      my own time and 307 hours of builder assist and assistance time. Total 
      investment 2907 human hours of plan study and build. This does not 
      include the many hours on this site and sending/receiving e-mails from 
      fellow builders.
        > 
        > --------
        > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
        > Q/B Kit - end game
        > 
        > 
        > 
        > 
        > Read this topic online here:
        > 
        > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
        > 
        > 
        >
        > 
        > 
        > 
      
      
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| Subject:  | Re: How long to build an RV10 | 
      
      Hi
      We are the guilty ones. We built an RV10 in 6 months. It sounds  
      unbelievable but you have to remember that my husband took a break  
      from building houses and was working on it full time with another guy  
      for that time.
      We also had another guy helping and supervising quality etc (he had  
      built an RV7 and just loved being around helping). All in all it took  
      over 2000 hours to build but with 2 guys going from 8 to 5:30 and one  
      pottering over the weekend and evenings and another helping out and  
      giving advice. We had a great team of aviation specialists who were on  
      hand to come and look at things we weren't sure of, or just offer  
      advice. The door was open to CAA all the time so that everyone new  
      what was going on. It is a family plane and we wanted to make sure it  
      was safe.
      Sarah
      ZK RVT
      On 16/08/2009, at 7:06 AM, John Gonzalez wrote:
      
      > Was this a QB fuse and wings?
      >
      > Oh poop, I am at 1900 hrs with a QB fuse and wings and about ready  
      > to put the engine on and do the cowl. Started in 2004
      >
      > Everyone that know me asks, "are you done yet?"
      >
      > I know a guy who said he built one in six months with two  
      > people...that's what he said.
      >
      > John
      >
      > > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      > > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
      > > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
      > > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > >
      > >
      > > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build  
      > an RV10? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder,  
      > with modest mechanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself.  
      > I took training from the excellent empenage build class (Wally  
      > Anderson) at Synergy in Eugene OR. I logged my build hours fairly  
      > carefully for all 32 months of the build process. Starting on 1/3/07  
      > to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly with FAA EXP  
      > certification, I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours of  
      > builder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human  
      > hours of plan study and build. This does not include the many hours  
      > on this site and sending/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      > >
      > > --------
      > > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > > Q/B Kit - end game
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > > Read this topic online here:
      > >
      > > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > >
      > >
      >
      >
      
      
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      Well Said Richard.- It seems each build-will be a little different.- 
      In my case, I had no aviation knowledge or experience, including ZERO fligh
      t time...... but I did have some metal working experience, and enough smart
      s to know that in order to have a completed project, it boiled down to one 
      main thing..... putting in the hours.- I logged every hour on the project
      , including anyone who helped even for an hour, and even logged the non pro
      ductive time when I-might have been just thinking about what to do next..
       (luckily, those hours were not logged seperately)- .... the air worthine
      ss cert was issued 2.5 years after receipt of the emp boxes, and I had logg
      ed approximately 5,000 hours.- Ok, it was more than 5,000.... 5,229.
      But I have a storage spot for the longer golf clubs, cold air induction, an
      d other than paint, did everything myself.- Although in hindsite, I would
       hire certain things out if I did this again!
      And for what it's worth, it's one of the most satisfying and fun projects I
      've ever done.
      Which, of course, is why I finished the airplane 2 months before completing
       the training for my private pilot license.
      Don McDonald
      #40636 Flying - 65 hours - and headed for Van's Flyin the 28th.
      -
      
      --- On Sat, 8/15/09, richard sipp <rsipp@earthlink.net> wrote:
      
      
      From: richard sipp <rsipp@earthlink.net>
      Subject: Re: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      
      
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      IMHO it takes as long as it takes.- The variables of: builder experience,
       fast/slow build, amount of contracted work (paint, avionics, interior, bui
      lder assist etc.) personal situation, $$, retired/working full time are so 
      broad that there is no good answer.- 
      -
      I would suggest that a builder proceed at whatever is a comfortable pace as
       his or her circumstances allow.- Too fast risks burn-out, mistakes, and 
      family issues.- Rather than set deadlines or unrealistic goals try to do 
      something or a regular schedule and before you know it a completed airplane
       will be sitting on the ramp ready to be flown.
      Keep the pace at an enjoyable level without obsessing.
      -
      Our first project, an RV-4 took (classified # years over 10), I was working
       two flying jobs and was away from the project often. That's my story and I
      'm stickin' to it.
      The second project, a slow build -10 was finished in about 4 years.- This
       time the kit was way more advanced, I was retired, and the avionics was su
      b-contracted.
      -
      As for actual hours?- Probably pretty close to what Mike reported.
      -
      The most important thing is to have fun doing it. 
      -
      Tailwinds
      Dick Sipp
      RV4 sold, RV-10 N110DV 170 hours
      -
      > Subject: RV10-List: How long to build an RV10
      > From: Mikeabel@Pacbell.net
      > Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:39:47 -0700
      > To: rv10-list@matronics.com
      > 
      > 
      > A big question that newbees have is how long does it take to build an RV1
      0? Well I have a pretty good answer. I am a novice builder, with modest mec
      hanical skills. I was motivated to build a QB myself. I took training from 
      the excellent empenage build class (Wally Anderson) at Synergy in Eugene OR
      . I logged my build hours fairly carefully for all 32 months of the build p
      rocess. Starting on 1/3/07 to Thursday when it was 100% ready to fly with F
      AA EXP certification, I logged 2600 hours of my own time and 307 hours of b
      uilder assist and assistance time. Total investment 2907 human hours of pla
      n study and build. This does not include the many hours on this site and se
      nding/receiving e-mails from fellow builders.
      > 
      > --------
      > OSH '09 or Bust (busted) be there someday
      > Q/B Kit - end game
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > 
      > Read this topic online here:
      > 
      > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.php?p=257815#257815
      > 
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