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Old 09-14-2012, 10:47 PM
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Here is a current listing on Barnstormers- its on Pg. 4 of Vans RVs - I couldnt add pics...


RV7-A OR RV7...SAVE $$$ ? $18,995 ? AVAILABLE FOR SALE OR TRADE ? SAVE THOUSANDS $$$ Unfortunately my project has to go, RV7 or RV7A Excellent craftsmanship by A&P- just past quick build stage, wings and tanks done & pressure checked, completed emp vert and horizontal, winglets ailerons all finished up to glass work. Fuse halves done up to firewall, I believe it can still have tail wheel installed, ready for primer. Project comes with complete set of tools, gear legs and many many extra parts/pieces steps, elec trim, plans, too much to list...show me what you have to trade or cash, thanks for looking...email for complete pics or call *831.239.9009* ? Contact Bill Gavlick, Owner - located San Juan Bautista, CA USA ? Telephone: 831-239-9009
"Not sure what he means by "fuse halves done up to firewall," but based on my experience as a first time builder, the project as described above seems to be about where I was at around 800-900 hours on my standard "slow-build" kit. It took an additional 1600+ hours before I was ready for signoff.
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Old 09-14-2012, 10:53 PM
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Default Buying an already flying RV has its advantages...

I helped friends build at least 4 different RVs and always wanted to build one of my own, particularly an RV-7 after getting to fly a friend's fire-breathing 200hp RV-7A many years ago. Then after I helped another friend build a hotrod, glass-panel RV-8 and getting to fly it a lot, including two Oshkosh's in a row by myself, I changed my mind as to which was my favorite RV model. But financial reality set in, and on a city employee's salary, I knew that such a plane would always be just out of my financial reach, so I sold my Cherokee and began saving my money for whatever RV I could eventually afford. An RV-6 that another friend had built at my airport was offered for sale and I was able to put 1/3 down on it and finance the rest. I've gotten enough airplane-building experience over the years helping buddies build RVs to not suffer any disappointment in not building my own RV, and I'm very happy to be flying my own RV now. Even though the -6 isn't necessarily my "dream" RV, it's a fantastic fun to fly aircraft in its own right... and it's now mine . I don't miss the fuel burn of the high horsepower RV-8, as I can throttle way back and still go 140-150 MPH on 5.5 gph, and my top cruise speed is not very much slower than that RV-8 while burning 3gph less fuel I do miss the rocketship takeoffs and mind blowing climb rates sometimes

Just like Mick Jagger sang: You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you might find you get what you need.
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Old 09-15-2012, 12:06 AM
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Could a few of you guys check out the ad on Pg 7 of Vans RVs on Barnstormers- there is a "2000 RV-6 for $42,500" for sale. 715TTAF and Engine. Looks like a wonderful affordable (for me at least) RV. The only reason I was wary about the RV-6 is because I thought the kit and support was discontinued?
Much thanks- I have emailed the seller and hope he can hold on to it a bit longer! This would be an ideal option to Fly and 'tweak' while I build a -4. Its located in Yakima, WA, a couple hours from home and I could go see it in December.
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Old 09-15-2012, 05:30 AM
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It seems the workmanship on this 6A on VAF in central TX is really great. Says well past QB stage, and $16,000 OBO. I?m surprised somebody hasn?t picked it up.

http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...ad.php?t=90758
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Old 09-15-2012, 06:37 AM
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Yeah- I did see that. Shocked at the price! However, I like the TW variant. I think the -4 or -6 is my favorite. I could consider a 6A if it looked good. I just think the tailwheel seems more original. I have so many options tho too. I'd have to fly a 6A and see of I like it.
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Old 09-15-2012, 07:55 AM
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I would want it to be a TW too. You'd need a different motor mount, different legs, and would have to change out the rear bulkhead. You could sell these, and order the right parts for your tailwheel conversion. At this stage, the motor mount and legs are not even mounted yet. So don't let that discourage you.
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Old 09-15-2012, 11:52 AM
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Default Rv-6 support

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The only reason I was wary about the RV-6 is because I thought the kit and support was discontinued?
Jacob,

Don't worry about support, absolutely not a factor... You can still get every part for a 6/6a, and they represent arguably the best values on the RV market. Some consider them the best of the crowd.

Whatever you do, get an experienced set of eyes, maybe even a "hired gun" to help you. Most any experienced builder is qualified to take a look. If you want a complete in depth inspection for a pre purchase then we have some of these guys right here. Gary Brown comes to mind, DAR CFI RV builder.

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Old 09-15-2012, 12:36 PM
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Default It worked in my case

I did this and couldn't be happier. I constantly modify/tweak my flying airplane. It gave me a taste of building and I decided I liked it. Now, Im almost finished with my RV-7 tail kit and have my wing kit sitting and waiting on me to get to it. I think its a plan you should consider. Only thing is that I got such a great deal on my flying airplane (because of the market, nothing spectacular on my part), I dont see myself selling it once my 7 is finished. We'll see how that works out though....

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I agree, buy a flying airplane. modify it to your taste if you really want to do some "work".

If you like working on it, then buy a tail kit, do that work, then buy each kit as you gain cash. Eventually sell the airplane you bought flying and finish your own. Don't pass up the flying fun now.

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Old 09-15-2012, 04:42 PM
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I have found a very nice RV-6A (not completely opposed to a Nose dragger).
It is $45k, has a very nice vfr panel (g296 and round gauges) built in 2003 with low engine time on an O-320 160hp. The airplane looks clean and very nice- I could easily get into this with a quick transition and then starty RV-4 project.
What shoul I expect insurance to be around on a 6A? Cheaper than TW?
I would have about 7-10 hours RV time, 100ish TT, 15 hrs complex, retract, twin time. Not IFR. And the plane would be hangered.
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Old 09-15-2012, 05:44 PM
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Contact an insurance agent for a quote. Nation air is one option.

Round gauges are just fine. My 6A with round gauges has been in 47 of the lower 48 US states, the Bahamas, Mexico, the Cayman Islands, etc.

Glass panels are just a fad until the retro (steam gauges) stage a comeback!
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