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Old 03-04-2015, 05:12 AM
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Default Paint is on, we're getting close to flying!!!

The prop is on the way from GT Propellers in Italy. Hopefully I'll be running her by the end ofme month!
A huge thanks to my dad for laying the paint on her.
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Old 03-04-2015, 05:50 AM
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that is beautiful. Please consider making a video of the engine running. I would love to see it.
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Old 03-04-2015, 05:53 AM
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I'll be sure to do that!
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Old 03-04-2015, 05:56 AM
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Brian - as I said on FB, I really hope to see your airplane in person one day!
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Old 03-04-2015, 07:48 AM
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Default Beautiful

I have enjoyed following the build on Facebook. Someday I would love to see it in person. She's beautiful.
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Old 03-04-2015, 09:06 AM
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Of that hangar, I am jealous.

The plane is lookin good too
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Old 03-04-2015, 09:16 AM
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Of that hangar, I am jealous.

Strong in you the Force is Mike!

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Old 03-04-2015, 09:54 AM
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CV 16 USS Lexington paint scheme? I like it!

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Old 03-04-2015, 09:55 AM
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Default Friggin' work of art!

I love it!
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Old 03-04-2015, 11:14 AM
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I love that you painted the tail wheel spring like a tail hook. THAT is a cool touch.
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