First they made the 7
As a -7A builder, I'm convinced that Van's designed the -7 first and then modified the design for the -7A. One look at the plumbing and main bolts through the landing gear brackets will convince you. There are other such issues. If I had to do it again I'd think about the choice again. A steerable wheel in back would be better for hangar operations, too.
When I made my choice, the flip-overs were not being discussed and the -A model was deemed OK for grass. Now I'd have to give it serious thought. I thought the -A was safer on landings because of the nose wheel and that's likely true on pavement, but not so true on grass.
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H. Evan's RV-7A N17HH 240+ hours
"We can lift ourselves out of ignorance, we can find ourselves as creatures of excellence and intelligence and skill. We can be free! We can learn to fly!" -J.L. Seagull
Paid $25.00 "dues" net of PayPal cost for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 (December).
This airplane is for sale: see website. my website
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