Bail on the Tailwind and build another 7???

TomNativeNewYorker · Post by **TomNativeNewYorker** » Tue Aug 28, 2012 5:42 pm

painless wrote:Does this mean you're going to count rivets again?

he shouldnt need to count again, he can just copy/cut/paste rivet count data from the last go around, and even pad the numbers by adding 10k more rivets installed, and subtract the mistake rivets removed.

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Tue Aug 28, 2012 6:18 pm

Joe Parish wrote:Great choice Chad. Is the order in yet?

Not yet. Sold the Tailwind and have to deliver it this weekend, then I'm in St. Louis for a week. When I get back I'll place the order!

Thermos · Post by **Thermos** » Wed Aug 29, 2012 3:32 am

You'll probably be finished with your second RV before I finish my first!

Post by **Spike** » Wed Aug 29, 2012 8:34 am

So are you really decided on a 9?

John

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Wed Aug 29, 2012 7:06 pm

Yup!

Post by **Spike** » Thu Aug 30, 2012 3:46 am

Awesome!!! When your done I want a ride.

Spike

Wingman · Post by **Wingman** » Thu Aug 30, 2012 12:16 pm

Chad, a strange disturbance in the force was felt after the sale of your RV7 so soon after it's completion. Maybe when you purchase your new kit you can restore a sense of order and balance to the world again.

But seriously, I enjoy your RV7 build log and look forward to a new installment.

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Thu Aug 30, 2012 1:48 pm

Thanks Mike! Selling the 7 was tough, ain't gonna pretend it wasn't. I'm looking forward to a new RV build though!!

captain_john · Post by **captain_john** » Thu Aug 30, 2012 9:12 pm

Chad, good call!!!

What engine are you thinking?

(this ought to change a hundred times between now and when it flies, huh guys)?

hahahaha

Glad you are staying tailwheel too!

CJ

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 6:34 am

captain_john wrote:Chad, good call!!!

What engine are you thinking?

(this ought to change a hundred times between now and when it flies, huh guys)?

hahahaha

This is what everyone is REALLY looking forward to! Not the fact that I'm gonna build another one, but to watch me weathervane on decisions!

captain_john wrote:Glad you are staying tailwheel too!

CJ

Didn't say that!

I'm going to quietly build a Cuby for TW flying. Probably won't build the TW 9...

Post by **Spike** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 7:14 am

Oh, boy, I did ton's o research on this one. My recommendation is a O-320 (from Ameritech) with sensenich's ground adjustable prop. Saves the weight / cost / maint of the constant speed yet gives you the ability to tailor the pitch to what you need.

Wow, memories. I talked with my buyer yesterday and he is hanging the engine and fitting the canopy on my old project. He thinks it will fly end of this year or early next. You 9 guys are soo cool.

Spike

stanman · Post by **stanman** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 3:38 pm

Chad...If you.re going ahead with the RV9...what about having a look at the ULPower latest release .engine...6cylinder....160...180...or 200 hp engine....light weight .(108kgs)..air cooled ..fadec etc..would produce a very brisk light weight a/c....love to do this with a 3 or 4.....rgds to all ...stanman

Post by **bullojm1** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 3:46 pm

cjensen wrote: Didn't say that! I'm going to quietly build a Cuby for TW flying. Probably won't build the TW 9...

Chad I understand you going with a -9A...you need the room to weathervane to the -9!

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:40 pm

stanman wrote:Chad...If you.re going ahead with the RV9...what about having a look at the ULPower latest release .engine...6cylinder....160...180...or 200 hp engine....light weight .(108kgs)..air cooled ..fadec etc..would produce a very brisk light weight a/c....love to do this with a 3 or 4.....rgds to all ...stanman

Certainly a possibility! They pricey tho!

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 4:42 pm

bullojm1 wrote:
cjensen wrote: Didn't say that! I'm going to quietly build a Cuby for TW flying. Probably won't build the TW 9...
Chad I understand you going with a -9A...you need the room to weathervane to the -9!

Well duh!

hydroguy2 · Post by **hydroguy2** » Fri Aug 31, 2012 5:05 pm

somedays, I think a -9A would be ideal. Jenny, my daughter is starting lessons....in a traumahawk. Kris is thinking about it also.

My -7 is not a trainer.

captain_john · Post by **captain_john** » Sat Sep 01, 2012 5:20 am

cjensen wrote:
bullojm1 wrote:
cjensen wrote: Didn't say that! I'm going to quietly build a Cuby for TW flying. Probably won't build the TW 9...
Chad I understand you going with a -9A...you need the room to weathervane to the -9!
Well duh!

To quote Uncle Eddie in Christmas Vacation, "BINGO"!

hahahaha

CJ

BSwayze · Post by **BSwayze** » Fri Sep 07, 2012 7:43 pm

Chad, it's great to think of you joining us as an RV builder again! Keep us posted, will you? I'd do another 7 if I were in your shoes. Keep the wife happy, and be able to do some acro!

cjensen · Post by **cjensen** » Fri Sep 07, 2012 7:59 pm

Plans. The problem with them is they are always subject to change. We've been on vacation this week and we've gained some clarity on what we want in an airplane.

Like I said...we're on vacation, so more later!

No cheating CJ!!

painless · Post by **painless** » Sat Sep 08, 2012 6:45 am

Oh MAN!!!! Weathervaning before the first rivet is even driven!

Let's see...... Chad is in St Louis. Boeing is there. They make Jet fighters there........ Wait a minute..... You're not joining the military, are you????

Give it up CJ. I know where and how to hurt you.....real bad!

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