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Old 01-20-2012, 04:33 PM
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Default CH-650 v. RV12

I sat in both the CH 650 and the RV 12. Have not committed to build anything yet. I didn't feel comfortable in the 650, I felt that the fit and finish was better on the RV 12 kit. The empennage on the 650 is flat inn the bottom and it just doesn't look as refined as the 12 in my opinion. I think resale value will turn out to be higher on the completed 12 kit over time as compared to the 650.
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Old 01-23-2012, 09:17 AM
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I'm not sure if this is a major decision point for you but you might want to look into the actual building process with each kit. After all you will spend a significant amount of time with the process and you should be aware of what you are getting yourself into :-)
Try to find some builder blogs for the CH601 or CH650 or the CH701/750 (they all build the same way) and look beyond the rudder kit. Then take a look at what effort (and TIME!) was involved with a similar task with an RV-12.... I know you might not feel like you're in a hurry at this point, but your perspective might change after 2 years of building when RV-12 builders get their bird registered and get ready for first flight and you find yourself still building the airframe.
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Old 01-25-2013, 12:48 PM
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Default RV-12 or CH-650

JoeM,
Did you ever decide on which plane to build?
Did you buy a kit?
Thanks
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Old 01-25-2013, 08:47 PM
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I haven't purchased a kit yet, and when I do it will most likely be a RV-12. I have not had the opportunity to fly in any of my choices yet as my flight training and kit building are currently on hold for financial reasons. I have been keeping the dream alive as I have been able to watch and learn from a local builder in the final stages of a RV-10 build. There are also a few local RV's flying including a RV-12. There is also a local Sonex I was able to look at but I haven't seen it fly yet. If I was to choose based on price only that would be ok but it is not what I want. I am being patient until I know I am financially able to complete the whole kit in a reasonable time. I don't want to buy the first kit and have to wait until I can afford to continue with the next kit. Mitch from VAN's offered a ride but I am only a few hours into my flight training and want to know what I am doing a little more when I take the demo ride. I hope in about two years I can update this post with my kit number.
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Old 02-24-2013, 04:25 PM
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[ The factors driving my decision are useable load (I am fat, 235 lbs),
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WOAH!!!! 235 is not fat! Just big boned!
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Old 02-24-2013, 04:49 PM
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OK, I am anxious to get my engine, would you run up there and build a fire under them?
Not to say anything adverse but I understand a boat load of subie hopefuls have said that same thing about getting thier engines for over three generations of PSRU's, ALOT of them. BTW I recommend the RV-12 for no other reason than the quality of the kit and the support. The Rotax is a non issue. It's a rock solid, fully supported and proven platform.
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Old 02-24-2013, 04:51 PM
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WOAH!!!! 235 is not fat! Just big boned!
nothing's fat if you fit
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