Camloc Group Buy!!

[ericwolf]

Originally Posted by tx_jayhawk

* Camloc pliers are the only tools absolutely necessary to install the units. Many people opt for the snap ring installation tool (MS-T26, $16), and there is also a drill jig that is apparently advantageous as well (MS-T16, $25).

As I saw from a picture from Mickey's RV-8 website, the Skybolt kit comes with the camloc pliers and drill jigs. Is this correct, or did Mickey buy these seperately?

Obviously the discount from milspec would still be cheaper, but I was just wondering.

http://www.rv8.ch/article.php?story=...&query=skybolt

[Davepar]

What's the fiberglass cloth for? I thought this was going to be easier than hinges.

[sprucemoose]

Originally Posted by Davepar

What's the fiberglass cloth for? I thought this was going to be easier than hinges.

Good point. The intial installation is probably more difficult and time consuming than installing the hinges, though not by much. However, the payout will come every single time you have the cowl on/off over the life of the plane. A few more hours spent up front is well worth it.

FWIW I didn't use the supplied extra fiberglass and my installation is holding up fine.

[rv8ch]

Originally Posted by ericwolf

As I saw from a picture from Mickey's RV-8 website, the Skybolt kit comes with the camloc pliers and drill jigs. Is this correct, or did Mickey buy these seperately?

They came with the kit. Not sure how much they cost seperately. I had no problem with the delivery from Skybolt, btw.

[tx_jayhawk]

All,

Just wanted to give an update that the response has been overwhelming. The count stands at 38 kits right now, so we should be confirmed at the 30% discount.

I have requested a sample/overview of the product to give it a quick once-over before we place our orders. Everything I've read or heard indicates these are equivalent to the Skybolt units, but I want to verify.

As a reminder...I'll take names until 1/9/06 for anyone wanting a kit. For all those sending emails...I got your name down and will provide the "final list" to confirm about that time. Don't worry about notifying me of the tools...that can be handled direct through the company.

Thanks,
Scott
7A Fuse

[Bill Dicus]

Thanks for your post. I'd be interested in the firewall fasteners for my -8. So... one more for your group! Bill Dicus

[andyrv]

Scott,

Put me on the list.

Thanks,
Andy Cobb
Overland Park

[deene]

Scott, I'll take a full kit for my RV8. Please advise when more info is available.

Thanks for the deal...

Deene Ogden

[hevansrv7a]

I am using the Sam James Cowl on a -7A. Will James recommends the camlocks, so I'm a very likely.
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[TX7A]

Scott,

I'm in.
I've sent my info to you via your email.
Thanks for doing this for us.

Sam
7A
cabin stuff