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12-09-2015, 02:50 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 29
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The installation tools are 4P3-T26 combo tool set. You can order the tools by clicking here
You can also view the installation tools here
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12-09-2015, 03:07 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Central IL
Posts: 5,516
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I would recommend the pliers and the appropriate retainer installation tool.
One addition thing. Buy a pack of these o-rings to hold the grommets in the cowl during the process. I tried other methods and this worked the best without interfering with the installation. Retainer removal is difficult.

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12-09-2015, 03:08 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Justin.Ice2010
I get confused about who has the mount tabs. Milspec Fasteners has a cheaper kit but I think you have to buy the tabs separate or fabricate your own. Does anyone know the straight scoop on the tabs? Does Milspec even offer the tabs? It seems like I saw a post where they do.
Thanks, Justin
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Hi Justin
Skybolt has the mount tabs. All Skybolt Kits include enough of our US Patented SK-RVFS1 pre-fabricated mounting flanges to easily construct a factory-appearance; fully functional ?-Turn Engine Cowling.
The interlocking flanges allow adjustment for receptacle clearance in areas like the engine mount....in seconds.
If you have any additional questions please feel free to give me a call
Thank you
April 
352-326-0001
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12-09-2015, 03:10 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BillL
I would recommend the pliers and the appropriate retainer installation tool.
One addition thing. Buy a pack of these o-rings to hold the grommets in the cowl during the process. I tried other methods and this worked the best without interfering with the installation. Retainer removal is difficult.

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Great suggestion! 
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12-09-2015, 03:46 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: CZBA, ON Canada
Posts: 193
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Hi,
Would you have any pricing/ordering information for the RV14?
Thanks Jim
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12-10-2015, 11:46 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Driving '67
Hi,
Would you have any pricing/ordering information for the RV14?
Thanks Jim
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Hi Jim
We do have a kit for a RV 14. The complete kit is part number RV1014J-C1P for $667.20. The cost with the discount will be $533.76
Here is a direct link to the other RV14 kits that we offer.
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12-28-2015, 12:50 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 29
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Skybolt 20% OFF year-end sale
Skybolt 20% year-end sale ends December 31st. Starting today, all Skybolt Vans RV Kits will include our newest SK245A162A Adjustable Non-Floating Receptacles:
1) Easily convert to a floating receptacle if required for hole and cowling alignment. Converting to a floating receptacle is a snap-out, snap-in exchange of the barrel/insert, 2ea included per kit.
2) Our new SK-RET012 temporary grommet retainers.
This kit revision will also allow the builder to easily convert to optional ejecting fasteners when they become available in mid-2016. Our latest development for the defense industry will become another innovative design that allows the stud to fully retract when unlocked with perfectly flush heads when locked regardless of skin thickness variations. Adjustment only sets the clamp-up force.
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04-06-2016, 02:36 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Madison, WI
Posts: 685
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Just wondering if there will be a show special for SnF or OSH16?
Also, can you provide more details on the differences of the non-floating receptacle and the ejecting fasteners? How are there different from the stock ones that come in the RV kit?
Thanks!
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04-09-2016, 12:09 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Leesburg, FL
Posts: 89
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Non-Floaters and Ejecting Studs
We changed to the cage configuration using non-floating inserts so that if a floating insert is required for a hole not quite centered, simply change the insert. The cowling remains non-floating. There is no side to side movement which means the cowling nose can not move up or down. The bucktail of the rivet limits end to end. It is our theory, the limited end to end movement will not allow the cowling to move.
The ejector studs remain on the drawing board to adapt a design we did for a defense contract. We hope to see some prototypes by late summer. The design will be a simple exchange option for the current CLoc design. Everything uses the same cage and the same holes for the grommets....no cowling modifications or new paint required. They will cost more and therefore, they will be an option...but a really nice option.
I hope everyone has a very safe Sun N Fun and trip home,
Ned Bowers, Skybolt
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07-17-2016, 07:49 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Madison, WI
Posts: 685
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Any show specials for Oshkosh? I'm on the fence about using these and a show discount may push me over the edge 
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