I've gone and done it again...
I've gone and done it again...
No, I didn't change my mind.
No, I didn't order another RV kit (though, it was heavily weighed!)
Yes, I did order my next airplane! Well, not technically an airplane, but if I follow all the steps on the papers, I will have another airplane one of these days! I ordered a set of Hummel Bird plans this weekend!
So not really a repeat builder, but I'm gonna build again, and remain a Rivetbanger!!
No, I didn't order another RV kit (though, it was heavily weighed!)
Yes, I did order my next airplane! Well, not technically an airplane, but if I follow all the steps on the papers, I will have another airplane one of these days! I ordered a set of Hummel Bird plans this weekend!
So not really a repeat builder, but I'm gonna build again, and remain a Rivetbanger!!
Hummelbird
Hey it's a go kart with wings!!
Does it have a bio fuel engine run on fruity beer?
Does it have a bio fuel engine run on fruity beer?
Jim Pappas
Former RV6A Owner
jimpappas13@gmail.com
843-901-8224
Beata Bennett 843-901-8264
Kiawah/Seabrook Islands Real Estate Sales
gethomes@sbcglobal.net
Kiawah Island, SC
Former RV6A Owner
jimpappas13@gmail.com
843-901-8224
Beata Bennett 843-901-8264
Kiawah/Seabrook Islands Real Estate Sales
gethomes@sbcglobal.net
Kiawah Island, SC
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Really Cool Chad, Really Cool.
Spike
Spike
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Current Build: 2 years into a beautiful little girl
Current Build: 2 years into a beautiful little girl
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That actually reminds me of the Thatcher which also looked like a nifty little plane. How are you going to source your materials Chad?
Spike
Spike
http://www.rivetbangers.com - Now integrating web and mail!
Current Build: 2 years into a beautiful little girl
Current Build: 2 years into a beautiful little girl
Yeah, there's a Thatcher CX4 being built, actually almost complete, here at Bloomington. Very cool airplane, but a little more money than I want to spend on a second airplane toy.Spike wrote:That actually reminds me of the Thatcher which also looked like a nifty little plane. How are you going to source your materials Chad?
Spike
I'll get hardware from work, and probably drive to Wick's for materials. They are in the St. Louis area, so they're close enough when I need something. Other things such as engine mount, gear, etc. can be sourced from Hummel Aviation.
She wants me to have something to do while she's at dog shows and seminars, so I figured I'd rather do this (and spend LESS), than restore my Saab (and spend MORE).
It'll definitely be a challenge, and a new skill set to learn...if PK ever checks back in here, he'll have to give me some pointers on pounding out ribs!!
It'll definitely be a challenge, and a new skill set to learn...if PK ever checks back in here, he'll have to give me some pointers on pounding out ribs!!
That looks fun!! I am with Brian, tho--do they make them adult(bubba) size?
There was a plane kit like that on EBAY a while back, seemed like the whole airframe kit was about 10k.
I have been thinking about my next project, (when I finish the house ).
I am thinking something like a bearhawk
There was a plane kit like that on EBAY a while back, seemed like the whole airframe kit was about 10k.
I have been thinking about my next project, (when I finish the house ).
I am thinking something like a bearhawk
RV 8
First Flight--4-3-2010
First Flight--4-3-2010
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G.day Chad......You.ve got the bug!....me!!....I.m still trying to cure it after 45 yrs!!......I am looking at an Aussie design called a Hornet.....can be LSA....sub600kg..with a Rotax or a Rotec Radial ..or normal register with a Lyc...a friend recently flew one into the paddock...loved it!!!...can land anywhere...go for 6 hrs....throw the metal detector/swag... in the back!!...and head for "them thar hills"/"river of gold"..(yu know the fantasy!)...rgds to all ....stan
stanman...rv8...fuselage
Looks like fun Chad. If the parts you need will fit in your airplane, give me a call and if I'm available I'll pick you up at Shafers Metro East (3K6) and take you to Wicks. Or call your order in and I can pick it up and meet you at 3K6.
Don
P.S. That bird should really scream with a Subie in it!
Don
P.S. That bird should really scream with a Subie in it!
Don
RV6A purchased flying
RV6A purchased flying