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07-06-2022, 10:01 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: CHESHIRE, MA
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Skybolt Fastener Kits
Skybolt has a kit for just the upper cowl along the firewall, which is what I want. Is this a job that can be done as a modification to an existing plane, or is it only for new builds? I reached out to Skybolt but have not heard back yet.
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Purchased July 2019: RV-6 0320 Whirlwind Ground Adjustable Prop
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07-06-2022, 10:22 AM
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Hi Jim,
I'm sorry that I cannot answer your question regarding retrofitting a kit.
However, if you determine to go this route I have a kit available that I purchased for my RV-7 build and decided not to go with it.
I sent you a PM with my contact information, if you are interested.
Ryan
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07-06-2022, 11:44 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2018
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ryankhallcpa@yahoo.com
Hi Jim,
I'm sorry that I cannot answer your question regarding retrofitting a kit.
However, if you determine to go this route I have a kit available that I purchased for my RV-7 build and decided not to go with it.
I sent you a PM with my contact information, if you are interested.
Ryan
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Thanks, Ryan. Once I find out if I can use it, I will let you know.
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Purchased July 2019: RV-6 0320 Whirlwind Ground Adjustable Prop
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07-06-2022, 12:48 PM
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Jim
Can be added with basic tools.
Hand squeezer, drill, clecos and Cleoc pliers, center punch.
Roll your own flange to hold skybolt.
Made of .032–.040 X 1 1/2 and set spacing.
On my sight go to hangar, then about 1/2 way down.
Boomer
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Last edited by Bruce : 07-06-2022 at 01:28 PM.
Reason: Size
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07-06-2022, 01:18 PM
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Kathy (KAT) Pauley
RV 7A--"MISS MARIE"--- N177WD (SOLD FLYING)72742
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EX -KC-135A -------------BOOM OPERATOR #3633
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See you in OSHKOSH
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07-06-2022, 03:30 PM
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Thanks Boomer. That has some great info.
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Purchased July 2019: RV-6 0320 Whirlwind Ground Adjustable Prop
"We can porpoises?" -- Leo Farnsworth
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07-06-2022, 06:01 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Estes Park, CO
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Skybolts
I just installed a bunch. Cowl/Firewall. Cowl/Splits. Forward cowl inlets because I modified the Vans design. Feel free to reach out. Info below.
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Estes Park, CO
wirejock at yahoo dot com
Donated 12/01/2021, plus a little extra.
RV-7A #73391, N511RV reserved (3,000+ hours)
Empennage, wings, fuse, finishing kit done. Working FWF
Disclaimer
I cannot be, nor will I be, held responsible if you try to do the same things I do and it does not work and/or causes you loss, injury, or even death in the process.
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07-06-2022, 08:02 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Atlanta, GA
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Having used screws/nutplates in that location on one airplane and Milspec fasteners (Skybolt's close relative) on another. I'd probably choose screws given the choice.
Screws are easier to install and there are no fasteners grabbing things they shouldn't when you install/remove the cowl. Besides, screws/nutplates give a more flush fit and cost a fraction of what the Skybolts/Milspec fasteners do.
My $0.02.
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Marietta, GA
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