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Forum: RV-9/9A 06-03-2018, 05:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,883
Posted By Mike Miller
Thumbs up Torqued up

Gents, thank you all for the information. I will do as Tom says and go one flat after snug.

I've got to hand it to Tom...as others have said...his customer service is the best in the business.

Mike
Forum: RV-9/9A 06-03-2018, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,883
Posted By Mike Miller
Question Proper fitting torque

I have searched the forums but perhaps not well enough. I am trying to determine what the appropriate torque is for a particular fuel line fitting. I am using an Andair fuel valve on my RV-9A, and...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-23-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,917
Posted By Mike Miller
Thumbs up Follow up

Just wanted to update this post and let everyone know that I spoke with Duckworks and they have done what they said they would do. I received the product in excellent condition. I read all of the...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 02-20-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,917
Posted By Mike Miller
Question Still shipping?

Does anyone know if Duckworks is still shipping lighting installation kits? I paid for "two blank install only kits" for my RV-9 at the end of January and have emailed several times and have heard...
Forum: Traditional Aircraft Engines 05-09-2015, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,325
Posted By Mike Miller
O320 sump for 9A

I'm currently looking for an O-320 sump that will fit a 9A...basically a straight riser sum with induction tubes that only have the single bend in them. If anyone is looking to sell one, please let...
Forum: RV Friends Who Have Passed On 09-06-2014, 04:22 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 24,751
Posted By Mike Miller
Doug, Our sincere condolences to your family....

Doug,

Our sincere condolences to your family. Loosing a loved one is painful, but rest assured that she is in a much better place.

God Bless.

Mike
Forum: Texas (South) 11-21-2013, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 697
Posted By Mike Miller
La Porte

Stay at La Porte (T41). No more than a 10 minute drive to the cruise terminal. Good folks. Home of Debby's Rihn-Harvey...National Aerobatic Champion. She's the reel deal and still runs the FBO I...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 09-18-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,129
Posted By Mike Miller
Smokyray knows!

Smokyray knows what flies best. He's even talked me into a tailwheel! I'm following his mantra and building my 9 light and cheap. The key is buying used. I bought a used engine and prop combo...
Forum: RV-12/RV-12iS 10-10-2009, 08:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,496
Posted By Mike Miller
I dont understand the mention of having to buy...

I dont understand the mention of having to buy "it all from Vans". Does this only apply to the RV-12 kit? What if you happen to be building another model and bought someone elses kit...didnt...
Forum: RV-9/9A 10-25-2008, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,139
Posted By Mike Miller
Best engine for 9A?

I am looking at buying a used 150 or 160 HP lycoming 320 for my 9A (either carb or injected). What are the best models to be looking for taking into account ease of installation, reliability,...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 03-08-2008, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,799
Posted By Mike Miller
A Call To Arms

In the latest issue of the RVATOR, Van has written a good article describing the FAA's concerns with the 51% rule as it currently stands. After reading the article, I got the feeling that the FAA...
Forum: Northeast 02-29-2008, 02:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 944
Posted By Mike Miller
Recommended EAA Tech Counselors in Cincinnati area

Can anyone recommend an EAA Technical Counselor in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area (preferably a past RV builder). I would like to have someone inspect my progress prior to moving on to my QB...
Forum: Midwest 02-03-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,888
Posted By Mike Miller
Peter, I recently (July 07) moved to Northern KY...

Peter,

I recently (July 07) moved to Northern KY (Walton). I am building a 9A QB as well, and about to start on the wings.

Mike Miller
859-620-6282
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-03-2008, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 899
Posted By Mike Miller
9A QB Fuselage dimensions

Rick,

I am working on a 9A QB. The maximum width is 43 5/8", maximum height is 36.5", and the max length is 176" (measured from the extreme outer bend of the top of the firewall to the tip of the...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-01-2008, 11:22 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,530
Posted By Mike Miller
How does (how have they in the past) a kit...

How does (how have they in the past) a kit manufacturer get the 51% kits certified as FAA compliant? Doesnt the FAA visit the manufacturer during the approval process and inspect the quick build kit...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 01-01-2008, 09:09 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,530
Posted By Mike Miller
So what does this mean for current Vans Quick...

So what does this mean for current Vans Quick Build builders? I am building a quick build RV-9A. Will the current Vans Quick Builds be grandfathered in? When will the FAA make the final...
Forum: RV-9/9A 10-08-2007, 12:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By Mike Miller
QB wing tie down brackets

Do the QB wings come with pre-tapped (3/8", 16 thread) wing tie down brackets? Mine look as though they (QB factory) attempted to tap the holes, but had a hard time at it, and left it for me to do. ...
Forum: RV-9/9A 10-02-2007, 07:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By Mike Miller
Stall Warning System for 9A QB

What is the best choice for a stall warning system (horn) for an RV-9A QB? What about placement? Does one come with a 9A kit? My previous RV-10 kit came with one. I have read throught the plans...
Forum: Virtual Hangar 12-15-2006, 08:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,166
Posted By Mike Miller
Great job!

Randy,

I think this is the nicest homebuilt plane (or production for that matter) that I have ever seen. You've got a real winner.

Mike
Forum: Tools 12-07-2006, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,713
Posted By Mike Miller
Dimple Dies

Perhaps you have an oddball die from Cleveland that slipped past QA/QC. I've used the dies you are referring to from rivet tools and also the dies from Cleveland. To me, the Cleveland dies are the...
Forum: RV General Discussion/News 12-05-2006, 08:08 PM
Replies: 529
Views: 98,407
Posted By Mike Miller
N955J

I'm building an RV-9A. My N number is N955J. I used to own a Cessna 172N with the N number of 5155J. For some reason I got attached to the 55 Juliet call sign. Since I am building a -9, I thought...
Forum: RV-9/9A 11-20-2006, 11:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,799
Posted By Mike Miller
Nose rivet options

Guys,

If you do get worried about being able to drive the nose rib to skin rivets on the HS, either get help from someone with small hands or use different rivets. It is perfectly acceptable to...
Forum: RV-9/9A 08-21-2006, 12:33 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 12,884
Posted By Mike Miller
Question Overhead Approach?

I'm a little green here. Can somebody explain an overhead approach and how to properly fly one? I did not learn this maneuver in my PP training.
Forum: RV-10 10-15-2005, 01:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,338
Posted By Mike Miller
Thanks John, That's probably what I'll end up...

Thanks John,

That's probably what I'll end up doing, I just thought it was odd that the plans clearly show the holes in the parts and say to cleco the rib to the mating parts and to final drill....
Forum: RV-10 10-15-2005, 12:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,338
Posted By Mike Miller
Elevator Root Rib - no holes

I'm in the process of building the elevators. I noticed that the E-905 Root Ribs that were supplied with my kit do not include the match drilled holes to align with the WD-605 Elevator Horn. All of...
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