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JonJay 06-25-2012 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SinCityJets (Post 672922)
Thank you for the replies. I apologize for the way I asked the question. I should rephrase that I am looking for some experienced builder's assistance.

How long should an experienced person take to build an RV-7A with a full IFR glass cockpit?

THank you for setting me straight and educating me in this area.

Chad

Build time for a new kit varies greatly depending on equipment, fit and finish, etc....
1000 hours - 2000 hours gets you in the correct range considering a base line of a QB.
Another option that you can legally do is purchase a flying airplane, or previoulsy flying, and re-fit it as you would like. Panel upgrades are hired out all the time and there is nothing against the rules doing that. The manufacturer will still be the original builder.
What people tend to get "testy" about are the shops or individuals for hire where by the "client" is listed as the manufacturer. Some people feel that does not meet the intent and spirit of the "rules". I feel if the client is an active participant, even if not the primary labor in the build, and the builder is a responsible party insuring the clients involvement, there is nothing wrong with it. But, the rules say otherwise....

Vlad 06-25-2012 05:39 PM

YOU are the best builder for the money
 
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Originally Posted by SinCityJets (Post 672662)



I do not have the necessary skill to dedicate to building a complete RV



Chad


Who said so Chad? It's like Lego, all parts come in boxes with how to instructions. Hammer it together, spray paint the dings and go flying. RV building has little to do with skills, what you need is discipline, patience and an abacus :D

Welcome!

frazitl 06-25-2012 09:28 PM

You could learn a lot
 
by stopping by one of our meetings. We have several flying and building 6s and 7s who would be glad to help. Next meeting is Wed July 11 at 7:30 pm at the Henderson Executive airport first floor conference room. We generally have dinner at 5:30 at the Black Mountain Grill on Sunridge Heights and 11021 South Eastern before the meeting. You are welcome to attend.:D

Mounz 06-26-2012 01:36 AM

Chad, I believe you will find that there's a lot of good builder assistance out there. Wally Anderson of Synergy Air would be a great person to contact and he has "assisted" many "builders" through their quick builds. Then there are other great companies such as Steinair which will make your dream cockpit a reality at a very reasonable price.
I'm sure that once you get involved, you'll probably want to do more yourself than you originally bargained for and it's not rocket science!

SinCityJets 06-27-2012 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by frazitl (Post 673076)
by stopping by one of our meetings. We have several flying and building 6s and 7s who would be glad to help. Next meeting is Wed July 11 at 7:30 pm at the Henderson Executive airport first floor conference room. We generally have dinner at 5:30 at the Black Mountain Grill on Sunridge Heights and 11021 South Eastern before the meeting. You are welcome to attend.:D

Sounds perfect. I'll be there. Thank you for the invite!

Chad

SinCityJets 06-27-2012 08:43 AM

Thank you everyone for the help and guidance! I look forward to joining the RV Air Force. I currently have a DA40, but just something about the RV that calls to me. Kind of like the Cirrus Jet, but within my reach! :)


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