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Future RV 9 Flyer 10-23-2011 10:42 AM

New RV-9 Builder
 
Hello, I am new to this site, and having recently purchased tail kit (completed except for elevator), I am looking for all the help, advice & encouragement you can share with me. Especially looking for advice on slider vs tip-up. Thanks, Dave from Marathon, WI

gbrasch 10-23-2011 11:33 AM

Lots of info and debate in the archives, I would start with the search function, that will keep you busy for days, then if you have more specific questions, ask and you shall receive numerous views and opinions. Welcome! Glenn

Greg Arehart 10-23-2011 01:15 PM

Look in the "never-ending debate" section (but there's really no question - the tipup is better:D).

Welcome,

greg

gbrasch 10-23-2011 01:33 PM

DITTO: TIP-UP!
 
Oh, no, here we go...............

L.Adamson 10-23-2011 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg Arehart (Post 588877)
the tipup is better:D).

If you don't mind heat stroke!

Nothing better than a refreshing breeze before takeoff and after.........thanks to a slider. :)

L.Adamson

apkp777 10-23-2011 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by L.Adamson (Post 588880)
If you don't mind heat stroke!

Nothing better than a refreshing breeze before takeoff and after.........thanks to a slider. :)

L.Adamson

Marathon, WI - no way there will be a heat stroke. Go tip up!

Mike S 10-23-2011 02:26 PM

Welcome to VAF!!!!
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Future RV 9 Flyer (Post 588850)
Hello, I am new to this site ------

Dave from Marathon, WI

Dave, welcome to VAF.

Dont listen to these guys, you want a set of gull wing doors.:D

Of course, you need to trade in that 9 for a 10;)

videobobk 10-23-2011 03:03 PM

Dave,

Welcome! As you can already see, everyone is helpful, but no one agrees. I have the final answer on this, however. Build one each and see which you really like! You can give the other one to me...

Bob

ArVeeNiner 10-23-2011 03:13 PM

Hey Future RV9 Flyer,

What are you going to do when you become a current RV 9 flyer? Will you be changing your user name? :confused:

I had a similar issue after I sold my Aeronca. I thought Aeroncaflyer was a good email address until that happened. Oh well. There are more important things to stress about during your build.

Have fun and check here often. You'll find the answers to all your questions right here.

Oh and by the way, slider is the way to go! :D

N941WR 10-23-2011 06:29 PM

sit in one of each and then decided. Just remember to build the plane YOU want and not the plane others want you to build.

You will find that some (most?) members of this board want you to build a clone of their airplane.

L.Adamson 10-23-2011 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N941WR (Post 588952)
You will find that some (most?) members of this board want you to build a clone of their airplane.

I want him to keep with the taildragger idea... :)

L.Adamson

Future RV 9 Flyer 10-24-2011 07:31 PM

Thanks everyone.I plan on taking the metal building classes in Oshkosh the end of January and then the building starts. This is going to be fun.


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