---------------------------------------------------------- Zenith-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Tue 01/21/03: 21 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 04:43 AM - 912 S to 701 application (Lowell Metz) 2. 04:45 AM - Thanks... (Kilby, Roger) 3. 05:59 AM - Re: 601 XL Rudder Tip Bent Strip (6T5-5) Question (PerryChappano) 4. 06:00 AM - Re: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... (ac6qj@earthlink.net) 5. 07:41 AM - Re: I am proud to inform you - a new Zodiac 601UL is (Grant Corriveau) 6. 10:24 AM - Re: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... (Philip Polstra) 7. 10:36 AM - Re: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... (ZodiacBuilder@aol.com) 8. 11:28 AM - Re: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... (Gary Gower) 9. 12:24 PM - Re: web page (Al Young) 10. 12:44 PM - Re: web page (CLOJAN@aol.com) 11. 01:56 PM - Which to build 701 or 601? (Philip Polstra) 12. 01:58 PM - Re: web page (Fred or Sandy Hulen) 13. 04:27 PM - Re: Which to build 701 or 601? (Pwalsh4539@aol.com) 14. 04:34 PM - Re: Which to build 701 or 601? (Randy L. Thwing) 15. 05:35 PM - Re: web page (Bill Morelli) 16. 06:02 PM - Re: web page (Fred or Sandy Hulen) 17. 06:10 PM - Fw: web page (Fred or Sandy Hulen) 18. 06:38 PM - Re: Which to build 701 or 601? (Larry C. McFarland) 19. 06:47 PM - Re: web page (Bill Morelli) 20. 07:29 PM - 601 fuselage step (George Swinford) 21. 08:34 PM - Re: I am proud to inform you - a new Zodiac 601UL is ready (Matthew Mucker) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 04:43:14 AM PST US From: Lowell Metz Subject: Zenith-List: 912 S to 701 application --> Zenith-List message posted by: Lowell Metz Has any 701 builder with the R 912 U/L S experienced any resonance ore harmonic vibration which would necessitate adding a different clutch. Before my engine dealer sent the engine, he wanted me to check so as to get me the correct set-up for the 701. Lowell Metz ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 04:45:51 AM PST US From: "Kilby, Roger" Subject: Zenith-List: Thanks... --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Kilby, Roger" Thanks to all who responded to my post on the legality or a co-builder when an experimental is sold. I passed these comments along to my coworker. hopefully it will give him a better picture of what is involved should he decide to et off the fence and build. Roger Kilby N98RK - 601HDS ________________________________ Message 3 _____________________________________ Time: 05:59:38 AM PST US From: PerryChappano Subject: Re: Zenith-List: 601 XL Rudder Tip Bent Strip (6T5-5) Question --> Zenith-List message posted by: PerryChappano Larry, Good to know. Thanks! Perry N9961 - 601XL Do not archive zenith@portouw.com wrote: > --> Zenith-List message posted by: > > Perry, > Thanks. I did send a note to ZAC on Saturday and there was a reply > in this morning. The answer was that with the short strip, 2 rivets > per side will do the trick- 4 aren't needed. So, I'll go with the > one I have, less a couple of rivets. > > Larry Portouw > Larry@portouw.com > > --> Zenith-List message posted by: PerryChappano > > Larry, > > You might let the folks at ZAC know and see if they'll send you a > properly > sized strip; and do the same for other builders in future. > > Perry Chappano > N9961 - 601XL > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: > > To: "Zenith Matronics List" > > Subject: 601 XL Rudder Tip Bent Strip (6T5-5) Question > > > > > --> Zenith-List message posted by: > > > > > > Greetings, > > > I'm ready to drill the holes through the bent strip into the > spar to > > > attach the tip rib to the top of the spar. Both plans and the > instruction > > > manual call for 4xA4 rivets. If I am to maintain a 10mm edge > distance > > both > > > from the top edge of the spar and all edges of the bent strip AND > maintain > > > the correct over-all distance from the bottom of the spar to the > top of > > the > > > tip rib, I am left with a suitable rivet area of 4.5mm x 11.5 mm! > So, in > > > order to get 4 rivets into the bent strip, I will need to violate > the min > > > 10mm edge distance someplace. I can only shorten the overall > height of > > the > > > rudder by 1mm and not violate the spar outside the tip rib flange > > > guidance. Yes, the long dimension of the bent strip is on the > spar. > > Another > > > solution seems to be to scrap the bent strip supplied with the kit > and > > make > > > a longer one. > > > So, it seems that since the rudder spar is thicker than the bent > strip, > > I > > > should crowd the edge distance on the top of the spar? > > > How much can I eat into the 10mm with out serious risk? How > have others > > > solved this one or am I missing something obvious? > > > > > > Larry Portouw > > > bin-lurking > > > Ft. Huachuca, AZ > ________________________________ Message 4 _____________________________________ Time: 06:00:00 AM PST US From: ac6qj@earthlink.net Subject: Re: Zenith-List: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... --> Zenith-List message posted by: ac6qj@earthlink.net >--> Zenith-List message posted by: ZodiacBuilder@aol.com > >Hello Gang, > >Sadly I have to say that N6042T is going to have to go up for sale. I >recently had emergency open heart surgery. I may or may not be able to keep >my medical. But my health and recovery has become primary concern. I hate >to leave the plane sit for a year or so working on recovery and fighting for >my medical. > >I really don't know what it should sell for or even how for that fact. If >anyone on the list could pass suggestions (list or private). I would >appreciate any ideas I receive. > >do not archive > >John W. Tarabocchia >(407) 709-7255 > >http://hometown.aol.com/zodiacbuilder >N6042T 90hrs Flown..... > Hi John, Sorry to hear of your loss of the medical. I hope your recovery goes well! Your photos / plans and instruction on the dual stick modification have been extremely useful! Thanks for posting all the valuable information you've provided through your web page! DO NOT ARCHIVE -- Best Regards, Ray Montagne Zenith Aircraft Zodiac CH-601-XL builder #4939 Construction Log & Photos: Build Status: Empenage completed ________________________________ Message 5 _____________________________________ Time: 07:41:01 AM PST US Subject: Re: Zenith-List: I am proud to inform you - a new Zodiac 601UL is ready From: Grant Corriveau --> Zenith-List message posted by: Grant Corriveau on 03/01/20 12:29, Dr. Bajusz Huba at bajuszdr@deltav.hu wrote: > There are some interesting picts of our Zodiacs: > http://www.ultralight.hu/zodiac601/zkepgaleria.htm > (sorry, the text is Hungarian but the pictures are breath-taking ) Yes! wonderful photos! I would be interested to see some photos under the cowling of your engine/radiator arrangements - possible? Thanks -- Grant Corriveau Montreal Zodiac 601hds/CAM100 C-GHTF ________________________________ Message 6 _____________________________________ Time: 10:24:02 AM PST US From: "Philip Polstra" Subject: RE: Zenith-List: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Philip Polstra" John, does your wife have any interest in flying? If she was a pilot, you could still use the plane. --> Zenith-List message posted by: ZodiacBuilder@aol.com Hello Gang, Sadly I have to say that N6042T is going to have to go up for sale. I recently had emergency open heart surgery. I may or may not be able to keep my medical. But my health and recovery has become primary concern. I hate to leave the plane sit for a year or so working on recovery and fighting for my medical. --- ________________________________ Message 7 _____________________________________ Time: 10:36:26 AM PST US From: ZodiacBuilder@aol.com Subject: Re: Zenith-List: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... --> Zenith-List message posted by: ZodiacBuilder@aol.com In a message dated 1/21/2003 1:24:50 PM Eastern Standard Time, ppolstra@mindspring.com writes: > John, does your wife have any interest in flying? If she was a pilot, you > could still use the plane I wish......My wife has absolutely no interest in flying. Do not archive John W. Tarabocchia (407) 709-7255 http://hometown.aol.com/zodiacbuilder N6042T 90hrs Flown..... ________________________________ Message 8 _____________________________________ Time: 11:28:13 AM PST US From: Gary Gower Subject: Re: Zenith-List: N6042T Capt. Losing medical...... --> Zenith-List message posted by: Gary Gower How many of us are in the same "airplane"? Happens the same to me... Saludos Gary Gower do not archive --- ZodiacBuilder@aol.com wrote: > --> Zenith-List message posted by: ZodiacBuilder@aol.com > > In a message dated 1/21/2003 1:24:50 PM Eastern Standard Time, > ppolstra@mindspring.com writes: > > > John, does your wife have any interest in flying? If she was a > pilot, you > > could still use the plane > > I wish......My wife has absolutely no interest in flying. > > Do not archive > > John W. Tarabocchia > (407) 709-7255 > > http://hometown.aol.com/zodiacbuilder > N6042T 90hrs Flown..... > ________________________________ Message 9 _____________________________________ Time: 12:24:23 PM PST US From: "Al Young" Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Al Young" Fred- First congrats on the beautiful 601. I just love the center console and wonder if you might give me a little advice on how to duplicate it for my 601XL. Again, Great job!! Al Young Do not archive ________________________________ Message 10 ____________________________________ Time: 12:44:23 PM PST US From: CLOJAN@aol.com Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: CLOJAN@aol.com In a message dated 1/21/03 12:25:06 PM Pacific Standard Time, armyret@one-eleven.net writes: > I just love the center console > and wonder if you might give me a little advice on how to duplicate it for > Tell the whole group your secret Fred. I think most builders would be interested. Thanks Jack Do Not Archive ________________________________ Message 11 ____________________________________ Time: 01:56:03 PM PST US From: "Philip Polstra" Subject: Zenith-List: Which to build 701 or 601? --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Philip Polstra" I'm trying to build a plane with my high school students, which they would ultimately learn to fly in. The question I have is, which would be easier and/or cheaper to scratch build, the 701 or the 601? I know that the 701 is much slower, but for training we don't care. I'm considering several other planes, but have ruled out anything that won't carry two 200 lb passengers and/or is fabric covered. Hangars aren't available around here and are way too expensive if you can get them. I've built a 601HDS, but I'm assuming the skills for the 701 must be simular. Phil Polstra CFII CH601HDS N721PT http://www.philsflying.com --- ________________________________ Message 12 ____________________________________ Time: 01:58:32 PM PST US From: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" > > Frd, I just love the center console > > and wonder if you might give me a little advice on how to duplicate it for > > > > Tell the whole group your secret Fred. I think most builders would be > interested. Thanks Jack ++ If one of you is interested, has an easy to navigate web site, and willing to post a 3 or 4 pictures, I'll send them to you and you can post the web address to the group when you have them uploaded. Fred I flew the "second flight" yesterday morning. 1.2 hours of unbelivable fun. What a sweet machine!! do not archive ________________________________ Message 13 ____________________________________ Time: 04:27:48 PM PST US From: Pwalsh4539@aol.com Subject: Re: Zenith-List: Which to build 701 or 601? --> Zenith-List message posted by: Pwalsh4539@aol.com ...Just my 2 cents worth...the 601 would probably have flying charactaristics more in keeping with other trainers...probably better to learn in. Patrick Walsh do not archive ________________________________ Message 14 ____________________________________ Time: 04:34:15 PM PST US From: "Randy L. Thwing" Subject: Re: Zenith-List: Which to build 701 or 601? --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Randy L. Thwing" My vote's for the 701, why? There is no part that needs a brake longer 8' to form, and it originally flew on 53 HP. Randy L. Thwing, 701 plans, trying to restart again! do not archive easier and/or cheaper to scratch build, the 701 or the 601? ________________________________ Message 15 ____________________________________ Time: 05:35:26 PM PST US From: Bill Morelli Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: Bill Morelli Fred, Send me the photos and I will add them to my web site. I already have you on my site demonstrating your nice strong wing fairings. Do not archive Bill At 03:58 PM 1/21/2003 -0600, you wrote: >--> Zenith-List message posted by: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" > > > > Frd, I just love the center console > > > and wonder if you might give me a little advice on how to duplicate it >for > > > > > > > Tell the whole group your secret Fred. I think most builders would be > > interested. Thanks Jack > >++ If one of you is interested, has an easy to navigate web site, and >willing to post a 3 or 4 pictures, I'll send them to you and you can post >the web address to the group when you have them uploaded. > >Fred >I flew the "second flight" yesterday morning. 1.2 hours of unbelivable fun. >What a sweet machine!! > >do not archive > > ________________________________ Message 16 ____________________________________ Time: 06:02:36 PM PST US From: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" > Send me the photos and I will add them to my web site. I already have you > on my site demonstrating your nice strong wing fairings. Thanks Bill, will do, but working on an elaborate graphics document that will take time first. Has the wing fairing coverage worn out it's need? You can replace it rather than take up more space if you want. Boy you guys haven't exaggerated at all about how fun the HDS is to fly!! Words can't describe the awsome view from this bubble canopy! I'm anxious to wonder away from flying around over the airport to establish engine reliability. How soon did you head out into the large part of your test area? Fred ________________________________ Message 17 ____________________________________ Time: 06:10:35 PM PST US From: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" Subject: Fw: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Fred or Sandy Hulen" Regarding the request for information about my lower panel construction: Bill Morelli has offered to post the pictures on his web site. I have a graphics project I must finish first, so have patience and when Bill has them posted, he'll advise the list. "Thanks again Bill" Fred do not archive ________________________________ Message 18 ____________________________________ Time: 06:38:24 PM PST US From: "Larry C. McFarland" Subject: Re: Zenith-List: Which to build 701 or 601? --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Larry C. McFarland" Phil, If you stick with the original Rotax 65 hp, the 701 would be the easier to do because it is somewhat simpler. Only made more difficult by requiring .016 skins which I would arbitrarily make out of .020 to avoid handling damage. The 701 would probably be more fun for the students as well. Would hope the plans are better by now than reported by so many 701 builders. Skill levels are less demanding because of the canopy, gear and smaller engine. 701 would definitly be less costly and when you're learning to fly the biggest surge for students is in taking off and landing. The 701 has no equals here. Larry C. McFarland - 601hds > I'm trying to build a plane with my high school students, which they would > ultimately learn to fly in. The question I have is, which would be easier > and/or cheaper to scratch build, the 701 or the 601? > > I know that the 701 is much slower, but for training we don't care. I'm > considering several other planes, but have ruled out anything that won't > carry two 200 lb passengers and/or is fabric covered. Hangars aren't > available around here and are way too expensive if you can get them. > > I've built a 601HDS, but I'm assuming the skills for the 701 must be > simular. > > Phil Polstra > CFII > CH601HDS N721PT > http://www.philsflying.com ________________________________ Message 19 ____________________________________ Time: 06:47:12 PM PST US From: Bill Morelli Subject: Re: Zenith-List: web page --> Zenith-List message posted by: Bill Morelli Fred, I will add the photos as soon as you send them. >Thanks Bill, will do, but working on an elaborate graphics document that >will take time first. >Has the wing fairing coverage worn out it's need? You can replace it rather >than take up more space if you want. It is certainly fun to fly. The view is probably one of the best parts. Check out the photo I took of a fellow EAA member (he is 75 years young) flying his Citabria. The HDS makes a great photo platform. I stayed above or within a few miles of the airport for the first 8 flight hours. I then ventured out and landed at several different airports. >Boy you guys haven't exaggerated at all about how fun the HDS is to fly!! >Words can't describe the awsome view from this bubble canopy! I'm anxious >to wonder away from flying around over the airport to establish engine >reliability. How soon did you head out into the large part of your test >area? Regards, Bill ________________________________ Message 20 ____________________________________ Time: 07:29:33 PM PST US From: "George Swinford" Subject: Zenith-List: 601 fuselage step --> Zenith-List message posted by: "George Swinford" Any 601HD or HDS builders out there needing the welded fuselage steps? I won't be using the ones from my kit. As of today,the factory prices are $34.60 each for the welded steps (PN 6-F-14-4) and $4.00 each for the 3/4x3/4x.093x150L extrusions (PN 6-F-14-3). If you are interested, make me an offer--off list, please George Swinford do not archive ________________________________ Message 21 ____________________________________ Time: 08:34:59 PM PST US From: "Matthew Mucker" Subject: RE: Zenith-List: I am proud to inform you - a new Zodiac 601UL is ready --> Zenith-List message posted by: "Matthew Mucker" > Matthew Mucker wrote: > > I wanna see pics of the camera mounts! > > > I'll post pics when I get 'em built. Probably just put a doubler and a > couple of nutplates under the skin for a hard attach point. > > The camera mount that I have on my 2-place Quicksilver is basically a > box that I can screw the camera into. I used a couple of RC plane servos > to operate the zoom and shutter, and a mechanical linkage to aim the > whole unit. I'll probably use another servo instead of a mechanical > linkage for aiming the camera on the Zodiac. > So you're obviously not using an SLR camera. What kind of camera did you use for that project?