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Old 09-05-2013, 08:37 PM
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Default RV-14A Tom B - Tampa, FL



Hi group, so I'm building the RV14A! I really like Van's prototype aircraft paint job, I'm thinking something very similar but likely with a redish-maroon style color instead of the blue (wife likes that better so ya know.... )



Currently working on the left wing. As you probably already know, Van's released the wing kit before the tail kit so probably the first 100 of us are starting with the wings first. My wing kit arrived at the end of July 2013.




The pneumatic squeezer makes quick work of dimpling and riveting.








Read about this incident here --> http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...d.php?t=103944
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Old 09-06-2013, 10:17 AM
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Looks like you are on the way. Only took me 4 1/2 yrs. to slo-build the RV7 in the garage and it is definitely better at the house to keep you focused. My wife also has "reminded me" about turning off the air compressor at night .
Right now I'm removing old slosh & pro seal from left wing fuel cell on the RV1 and found it more convenient to just take the wing home from the airport so I too am spending time in "Shop".
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Old 09-11-2013, 05:38 PM
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It's coming along, I'm motivated so I'm taking advantage. Several long days here.















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Old 09-11-2013, 08:04 PM
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Hi Tom,
Will be getting my wing kit next week (SN 140085) and have learned much from your posts as well as others on VAF. Can't wait to start the build and I hope I catch up to you soon.
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Old 09-11-2013, 08:54 PM
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Great! I'm sure you will have alot of fun. I've never built anything so grand before and seeing as how it is an airplane, I have lots of questions that I like to check with the group on before proceeding. However, as I proceed, I'm starting to feel more confident. My riveting is getting more natural too!
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Old 09-12-2013, 08:46 AM
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Old 09-12-2013, 08:56 AM
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Tom,
No 14's but there's a good sized contingent of RV's at ZPH as well your group at VDF.

If you need a break from the wings, come visit. If interested, shoot me a PM and I'll return with contact info. Would enjoy seeing the project too.
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Old 09-12-2013, 03:24 PM
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I've been thinking about getting out that way, I'll let you know.
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Old 09-15-2013, 08:08 AM
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Old 09-28-2013, 11:20 AM
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September 28th, 2013 updates


These are the wing walk doublers.








She love's to cleco!









I'm at about 90 hours at this point. Next is to rivet these skins on.
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