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Old 04-26-2012, 09:19 PM
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Congratulations! This is one delay you certainly do not have to feel bad about! Isn't it amazing that we can "homebuild" a child in only nine months and yet it takes years to finish a much less complicated RV?
That's funny! It may be because mom's have a pretty good blue print by the origional homebuilder!

Also Congrats Joe!! Mine is one and I am now starting to flip her around to get ready for the 7....
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Old 10-26-2012, 02:39 PM
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Just thought I'd give a little update to this post. I've been able to make some progress on the build in the past months - more than anticipated, actually. Tanks are done, leading edges done with landing/taxi lights, and the tanks and leading edges are now on the spar.

But here's a picture of the reason for my delayed work. Her three older brothers and her older sister are just loving having her around. We are all thankfull to our gracious God for her safe arrival and health!

Amelia Mary Wilbur:
Born 9/10/2012

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Old 10-26-2012, 02:46 PM
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She looks lovely, you and the missus must be very happy.
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Old 10-26-2012, 02:49 PM
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If you have to have a delay, yours is about as good as it gets. That is why I am building - so we can go visit our kids and grandkids!! Congratulations on your families new addition.
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Old 10-26-2012, 06:41 PM
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Maybe Van's will come up with a twin for you guys or just build another -10 and your wife can fly it.
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Old 10-26-2012, 06:50 PM
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Maybe Van's will come up with a twin for you guys or just build another -10 and your wife can fly it.
Hmmm. Another -10. This is a most excellent idea. Then we'll have one seat left over for another kid. I'll talk this over with the wife and see what she says.
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Old 10-26-2012, 06:57 PM
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Outstanding Joe!
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Old 03-12-2013, 10:59 AM
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Delay no more!

The new baby turned 6 months old, I ordered the fuse kit for my RV-10, and I made my VAF donation. It's shaping up to be a good week. Just thought I'd share.
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Old 03-12-2013, 12:12 PM
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Y'know, one reason I delayed flight training -- well, two reasons -- were my kids. First, with the tribe we raised (five of 'em) there was never enough money to even consider it. Second, for a family vacation we'd have needed a DC-3.

Congrats, and enjoy the kids and the build!
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Old 03-12-2013, 04:32 PM
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See what happens when you don't spend enough time in the shop!

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