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1. 04:49 AM - Re: Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions (William Bell)
2. 09:55 AM - Re: Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions (Brooks Wolfe)
3. 06:40 PM - Re: Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions (Wayne Reese)
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| Subject: | Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions |
--> RV7-List message posted by: William Bell <wmlbell@comcast.net>
Charlie, I appreciated the response you provided to Frank. I will be
attending the Alexander Technical Center Aluminum Sheet Metal
Working/Tail Kit Construction Class in July so I am at the
pre-empennage stage on the 7A. You answered some of my questions as
well. Thanks much.//Larry
On Jun 12, 2004, at 4:36 PM, Charlie England wrote:
> --> RV7-List message posted by: Charlie England
> <ceengland@bellsouth.net>
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> Frank Stringham wrote:
>
>> --> RV7-List message posted by: Frank Stringham
>> <fstringham7a@yahoo.com>
>>
>>
>> 7A group
>>
>> My name is Frank Stringham and have two homes; one in Murray Utah
>> (suburb of SLC)
>> and St George Utah (SGU). During the past three years I have been
>> attempting to build a Vision composite aircraft by American
>> Affordable Aircraft. In short, I probably wouldn't finish it in my
>> life time, don't like fiberglass to work in(but sure like the slick
>> beauty of the plane), and didn't like the clean up process after a
>> days work. This brings me to the 7A which I am now considering. I
>> have great resources for help in my home areas, like the capabilities
>> of the plane, and feel I might be able to complete in my life time.
>> But, the cost, old engine technology, and lack of metal experience
>> gives me pause.
>> So my questions: 1. Is Vans good to work with and are they willing to
>> give help and make good on orders that fall short of required
>> materials, or defective materials. 2. Is QB worth the extra money and
>> about how much time does it save over standard build. 3. Are there
>> any 7A's close to either of my homes that are complete and the owner
>> willing to give me a ride. 4. Is the learing curve reasonable to
>> become proficient in the skills necessary to build the 7A.
>>
>> I have enjoyed reading your group e-mails. It appears that like my
>> Vision family, most are helpful, great info is given, and few fueds.
>> Seems just like home.
>>
>> Thanks in advance.
>>
>> Frank
>> 435-632-6895
>>
>
> If you have had any success at all following the plans for a
> plans-built
> plane, the -7 will not be a problem. Van's support is well above
> average. Most guesses at the value of the QB option are around
> $8.00/hr
> of your time. Your available time vs. available finances take over from
> there. I found the learning curve for a/c metal work (read that
> riveting) to be short & shallow. I trust my ability to detect poorly
> riveted parts much more than I trust my ability to detect inadequate
> quality in structural fiberglas work.
>
> One often ignored advantage of prepunched metal planes like the RV's is
> the high probability that the plane will have predictable & benign
> flying characteristics when complete. Many of the older designs, both
> metal & glass, are totally dependent on the builder's ability to
> properly jig & construct the airframe. With prepunch, if you can line
> up
> the holes you will have a pretty straight airframe with predictable
> stall characteristics.
>
> I'm nowhere near Utah but there are probably at least a dozen RV's
> within driving distance who would give you a ride. Try calling Vans for
> a list of flying planes.
>
> Charlie
> -7 wings
>
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| Subject: | Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions |
--> RV7-List message posted by: "Brooks Wolfe" <slipstream13@earthlink.net>
Wow. I'm on two email lists -- the RV7 and the Vision, and you hit 'em
both! I agree with your assessment of the Vision -- it's a terrific design,
and so easily customizable in every respect that it's an experimental
builder's dream. But after building the seat and getting all dusty and
messy with last-a-foam and epoxy, I gave aluminum a much closer look, and
liked what I saw.
There is definitely a steep learning curve during the empennage construction
so by the time you're done, you should be pretty good at most of the skills
required for the project. Can't say whether the fast build kit is worth it
for you personally. I'm on the regular kit, enjoying it for the most part,
though there are times when I wouldn't mind having some of the professional
work done that goes into the fast build kits. As for the old engine
technology, you're not locked into the certified engines that Van's sells;
it's just easier that way. I'm planning on a 13b myself.
Brooks
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| Subject: | Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions |
--> RV7-List message posted by: "Wayne Reese" <waynereese@qwest.net>
I have a small composite boat building business (duck hunting boats) in
Salina, but I believe fiends don't let friends fly in plastic planes.
I'm build a 7a but I'm just at the fuselage. John Hafen of Springville
has given some a ride in his 6a. Try him at fahenjm@sisna.com.
Wayne
435-529-3492
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv7-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv7-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Frank
Stringham
Subject: RV7-List: Re: RV Potential New Builder Questions
--> RV7-List message posted by: Frank Stringham <fstringham7a@yahoo.com>
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