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Old 12-12-2011, 09:39 AM
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Paul and Loise, congrats and good job! Welcome to the rather exclusive fraternity of RV-3 drivers, you've made us proud!
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Old 12-12-2011, 09:58 AM
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Well, I'm a little miffed that neither of you called me before the first flight for some aviating advice.

Congrats, you two! Your project sure has given me pause to think about someday building an open cockpit runabout. Let's see... Smokey took me 13 years ... I might get it in before I turn 100.
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Old 12-12-2011, 10:27 AM
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Well, I'm a little miffed that neither of you called me before the first flight for some aviating advice.

Congrats, you two! Your project sure has given me pause to think about someday building an open cockpit runabout. Let's see... Smokey took me 13 years ... I might get it in before I turn 100.
But now you're an "experienced RV builder" Don! I'll bet you can finish it before 90...
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Old 12-12-2011, 10:36 AM
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I rarely post here as I am not a RV builder or owner. I own and run an auto repair shop and have since 1981. I have been a ASE certified master mechanic since 1978. When I work on cars I am often interrupted. I have a personal rule. Nothing gets installed halfway. Don't allow anything to "look" finished unless it is. For example I will not walk away from a car that has lug nuts on but not tight. Never leave yourself a "trap". This partially installed fuel selector arm was what I consider a "trap" The arm should not have had a screw installed unless the job was finished. Tape the screw to the handle until the loctite is on.
I congratulate all involved in a safe outcome. It is great that others can be warned and can learn.

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Old 12-12-2011, 12:57 PM
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Congrats Paul and Louise!

Enjoy many flights in her.
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Old 12-12-2011, 04:28 PM
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Magic!!!! Well done you two.

I am fighting another war at the moment and it is going well.
Tony
Well, that's better and more important news than anything involving Junior. Our hearts and prayers are with you, Tony! We hope you will be building that RV-3B soon!
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Old 12-12-2011, 07:23 PM
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Paul and Louise

Most hearty congrats. You sure make it look easy. Can't wait to see your paint scheme.
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