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11-06-2008, 03:27 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Smyrna, TN
Posts: 7
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New guy ;)
I received my PPL in August and I'm starting to look for my first plane. Renting is quite the hassle and being mechanically inclined makes building a natural fit. I've been building cars for almost 20 years and from what I've read most of what I've learned will transfer over very well. I don't expect it to be easy, but I expect to finish.
My mission is a simple one, fun! Initially I wanted a four seater for XC with the family, but budget prohibits that right now. My only son will be off to college in four years so the wife and I agree that a two seater will work. Especially since it's going to take a few years to get it done. We're wanting a good XC plane, but I also like the idea of rolling it around solo every now and then. So it seems like the 7 will be a great fit for me. The speed, efficiency, looks and load capability appear to support my needs very well.
I would really like an opportunity to see one up close and personal. Flying or in progress doesn't matter to me, in fact I would prefer to see about a dozen in various stages! My home airport is MQY and I know I've seen some 7's buzzing around here. Also if anyone around here is building and wants an extra pair of hands I don't mind getting dirty.
And one last thing. It's a long shot, but I ran into a married couple at the Smithville, TN airport a few months back that were flying their RV from I think NC to NM. I had flown my mother out for her first flight in a DA-20. They referred me here and was hoping to hook back up with them and see how the flight ended up.
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11-06-2008, 04:16 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Dayton Airpark, NV A34
Posts: 15,420
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Welcome !!!!
Terry, welcome to VAF
I suspect you will get a few "come on over" invitations soon.
Good to have you aboard.
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Mike Starkey
VAF 909
Rv-10, N210LM.
Flying as of 12/4/2010
Phase 1 done, 2/4/2011 
Sold after 240+ wonderful hours of flight.
"Flying the airplane is more important than radioing your plight to a person on the ground incapable of understanding or doing anything about it."
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11-06-2008, 06:28 PM
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VAF moderator
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Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: In Walter Mitty's dreams
Posts: 947
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Welome!
Welcome to the family Terry! You are surrounded by wonderful people. If you are ever down in the Atlanta area please call and I'd be more than happy to arrange something.
Best
Brian Wallis
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Brian Wallis
(Exempt AND VAF dues paid 02 FEB 16)
Callsign: VOODOO sold RV3 to pay for ratings  !!!
AP/IA COM/Multi/IFR/350 type
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11-07-2008, 05:33 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Louisville, Ga
Posts: 7,840
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Fly with me.......
......in Louisville. Ga (2J3) for free! Email me at Pierrejs at bellsouth.net
Welcome,
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Pierre Smith
RV-10, 510 TT
RV6A (Sojourner) 180 HP, Catto 3 Bl (502Hrs), gone...and already missed
Air Tractor AT 502B PT 6-15 Sold
Air Tractor 402 PT-6-20 Sold
EAA Flight Advisor/CFI/Tech Counselor
Louisville, Ga
It's never skill or craftsmanship that completes airplanes, it's the will to do so,
Patrick Kenny, EAA 275132
Dues gladly paid!
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11-07-2008, 06:55 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Mesquite, TX
Posts: 936
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Welcome aboard man, you found the right place... these guys will give you an EXPENSIVE ride!! 
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11-07-2008, 07:05 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Bettendorf, Iowa
Posts: 70
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Welcome to the journey........
Great to have you on board! Let us know what you think after you've had a chance to get up close. You will not be disappointed! 
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Bill Swaim
Slow Build RV-7 IO-375-M1S is installed
FWF done - Wiring & Panel Complete
Cowl primed - Prop & spinner done.
Windshield and the other 80% yet to go......
Going for a new 'slow build' record!
N615KS Reserved Bettendorf, IA
2014 Donation has been paid
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11-07-2008, 12:08 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Chandler, AZ
Posts: 2,904
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Welcome
Welcome to one of the greatest groups of people and planes on the planet. You will soon find many nearby RV's to you. A ride will be costly however. So, just go ahead and order the tail kit now or find a project in progress to get things going. You'll be rewarded 10 fold by the people and the experience.
Welcome to the fold.
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Darwin N. Barrie
Chandler AZ
www.JDair.com
RV-7 N717EE-Flying (Sold)
RV-7 N717AZ Flying, in paint
EMS Bell 407,
Eurocopter 350 A-Star Driver
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11-07-2008, 02:50 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: SC
Posts: 12,887
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Welcome to the VAF forum and the wonderful world of RV's!
My in-laws live just outside of Chattanooga, next time we are out that way, I'll let you know and if it works out, I'll run up to give you a ride.
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Bill R.
RV-9 (Yes, it's a dragon tail)
O-360 w/ dual P-mags
Build the plane you want, not the plane others want you to build!
SC86 - Easley, SC
www.repucci.com/bill/baf.html
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11-08-2008, 12:18 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Hubbard Oregon
Posts: 9,035
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cougar68
I would really like an opportunity to see one up close and personal. Flying or in progress doesn't matter to me, in fact I would prefer to see about a dozen in various stages! My home airport is MQY and I know I've seen some 7's buzzing around here. Also if anyone around here is building and wants an extra pair of hands I don't mind getting dirty.
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If you contact Van's they will give you contact info of builders and finished airplane owners (even of a specific model) that are close to your zip code (or zip code of an airport nearest you).
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Opinions, information and comments are my own unless stated otherwise. They do not necessarily represent the direction/opinions of my employer.
Scott McDaniels
Van's Aircraft Engineering Prototype Shop Manager
Hubbard, Oregon
RV-6A (aka "Junkyard Special ")
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11-08-2008, 05:27 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Smyrna, TN
Posts: 7
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Thanks for all the well wishes and the offers here! I've heard great things about this community and it all looks to be true.
I'm still looking for someone building in the area. I'll give Vans a shout on Monday and see if they can put me in touch with someone. Should I have posted this kind of request in a different forum or was the 7 specific the right place? I guess it doesn't really matter if it's a 7 that I look at. It's more the construction techniques and process that I would like to see before I get my 7 on its way here. Thanks again folks, looking forward to participating!
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