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1. 06:30 AM - new builder (G B)
2. 08:25 AM - Re: New builder.... (Albert Gardner)
3. 01:44 PM - Re: new builder (Richard Scott)
4. 05:56 PM - Re: new builder (John Oliveira)
5. 06:01 PM - Re: new builder (Neilekins@aol.com)
6. 07:19 PM - Re: new builder (DThomas773@aol.com)
7. 10:55 PM - Re: new builder (Tommy Mead)
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--> RV9-List message posted by: G B <microsys@alltel.net>
Hello,
My $0.02 worth.
Write the rivet numbers on the bag with a sharpie in 1/2" or higher
numbers. You will appreciate it later (470-4-4)!
Don't do what I did: the shim for the rib for the horizontal stabilizer
was in one of the bags. I cut it from the other strip
stock that was supposed to be used for fiberglass tip on the rudder.
Get help from a fellow RV builder, at least at first. This helped me
tremendously!
Read all the plans steps two or three times before doing the step. The
order in which things need to be done
is that way for a reason (not to close up an assembly before it is
absolutely necessary).
My emp is nearly done, and the wings are due to be shipped in late June.
Glen Bankston
Moultrie, GA
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--> RV9-List message posted by: "Albert Gardner" <spudnut@worldnet.att.net>
Chuck, if there is an EAA Chapter close by give them a visit. I spent a few
dollars on donuts but in return I got more than enough support to complete
my 9A and made some very good friends to boot.
Albert Gardner
RV-9A 872RV
Yuma, AZ
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--> RV9-List message posted by: Richard Scott <rscott@cascadeaccess.com>
One more thing:
Join or start a builder's group. You can do this at your local EAA chapter
or on your own by finding out from Van's the names of builders in your
area, call them up and organize a visit to someone's project.
Our meetings were inspired by the Home Wing meetings, but we wanted a
smaller group.
We like a small group, less than a dozen folks. We get together at 7 and
spend some time looking over the project in an informal manner for awhile
as there are always latecomers. Then the host talks a little about the
project, the problems he had and the solutions he found. We try to have a
tech counselor or an A&P there to demonstrate some how to do something,
such as shaving a rivet or dimpling a spot in a tight space, as was covered
in a recent RVator. There is usually a tool discussion covering things
like neat tools someone has found or good buys. The tech counselor
documents the visit which is supposed to help down the road, but I am not
far enough along to know how, yet. We have a good time, solve some
problems and these get togethers are informative and motivational. Last
time we had to kick people out at 9.
Note for chapter members: These builder's groups can be a good chapter
recruiting tool. Invite non-member builders to the group, then invite them
to the chapter. Usually, they join.
Richard Scott
9 Emp
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--> RV9-List message posted by: "John Oliveira" <oliveira@frontiernet.net>
Another two cents.
I have put all small parts in "Ziploc" bags, written on with a sharpie as to
the exact specification and the stock number or item number from the kit.
all these baggies are stored in one drawer of my tool cabinet . It is real
easy to find the right stuff quickly, both visually and per spec.
John Oliveira
----- Original Message -----
From: "G B" <microsys@alltel.net>
Subject: RV9-List: new builder
> --> RV9-List message posted by: G B <microsys@alltel.net>
>
> Hello,
>
> My $0.02 worth.
>
> Write the rivet numbers on the bag with a sharpie in 1/2" or higher
> numbers. You will appreciate it later (470-4-4)!
>
> Don't do what I did: the shim for the rib for the horizontal stabilizer
> was in one of the bags. I cut it from the other strip
> stock that was supposed to be used for fiberglass tip on the rudder.
>
> Get help from a fellow RV builder, at least at first. This helped me
> tremendously!
>
> Read all the plans steps two or three times before doing the step. The
> order in which things need to be done
> is that way for a reason (not to close up an assembly before it is
> absolutely necessary).
>
> My emp is nearly done, and the wings are due to be shipped in late June.
>
> Glen Bankston
> Moultrie, GA
>
>
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--> RV9-List message posted by: Neilekins@aol.com
Where is the best place to buy tools?
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--> RV9-List message posted by: DThomas773@aol.com
I bought most of my tools from Cleveland Tool Co. ( Listed on Van's
website.) I can highly reccomend these people. They are also RV builders and
do
builders work shops. When you call them a person answers the phone and you get
what you want, plus they will spend time on the phone with you, telling you how
to use the tools.
Organizing your hardware? I would suggest you go to your local hardware
store, spend 10 to 15 dollars for a plastic organizer with a couple dozen drawers.
Put all your rivets and common size screws, etc. into it. Therre are only a
12 or 15 kinds of rivets you will use and having them sized and in sequence in
drawers is very handy.
Dennis Thomas
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Seal-Send-Time: Thu, 13 May 2004 00:53:55 -0500
--> RV9-List message posted by: "Tommy Mead" <bigun73@msn.com>
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----- Original Message -----
From: Neilekins@aol.com<mailto:Neilekins@aol.com>
To: rv9-list@matronics.com<mailto:rv9-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 7:58 PM
Subject: Re: RV9-List: new builder
--> RV9-List message posted by: Neilekins@aol.com<mailto:Neilekins@aol.com>
Where is the best place to buy tools?
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