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Old 10-22-2005, 05:17 PM
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I am preparing to build an RV-8, I have a good selection of tools, and I have built the RV training project. The empennage purchase is still several months off (I know, I know - just do it...)

In the meanwhile, I'm looking for plans/suggestions/kits to use all these cool tools, and continue practicing cutting, dimpling, riveting etc.

I suppose I could make a lunch box.

Anybody have any thoughts or suggestions?
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Old 10-22-2005, 09:43 PM
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I'd get some fiberglass stuff, and start practicing with that. It sounds like you probably have the metal skills needed to get you going on the tail kit. Find some other builders in the area to see if they need some help!
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Old 11-04-2005, 06:17 AM
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Default exactly what I was looking for...
Well how's this for timing:

vansairforce.net is displaying this today

http://www.vansaircraft.com/cgi-bin/...roduct=toolbox

I already ordered one
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Old 11-04-2005, 06:50 AM
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Carter,

If you can get to Ft. Leavenworth, KS I can provide plenty of practice repairing my storm damaged RV-4!

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Old 11-04-2005, 06:57 AM
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You could make me another Aircraft Grade Pooper Scooper.
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Old 11-04-2005, 06:43 PM
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Actually, I'd pick up Jeppensen's Airframe textbook and read up on certified systems. You may not do everything that way, but there is a wealth of information of how stuff CAN be set up.
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Old 11-05-2005, 05:34 PM
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Take your own advice!!

Quote:
Originally Posted by Cartaire
The empennage purchase is still several months off (I know, I know - just do it...)
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