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Old 06-05-2011, 05:40 PM
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Default New RV-8 Back From Paint!

Got my 8 back from the paint shop. Now I need to fly off my time!!
Paint done by Loehle Aircraft.



http://i54.tinypic.com/2rh69t3.jpg

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Old 06-05-2011, 05:47 PM
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That is purdy

What are the colors??
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Old 06-05-2011, 05:49 PM
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Default Colors

Sterling Gray Metallic, Deep Burgundy metallic and Satin Silver Pearl stripe.
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Old 06-05-2011, 05:50 PM
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Awesome.....
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Old 06-05-2011, 05:52 PM
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Sterling Gray Metallic, Deep Burgundy metallic and Satin Silver Pearl stripe.
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My wife has been looking at something very close to these for our plane, as accents over a basic white.

Gotta admit seeing yours makes me wonder about the white part.......
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Old 06-05-2011, 05:59 PM
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just beautiful!

congratulations
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Old 06-05-2011, 06:21 PM
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Nice! Now not only will you enjoying flying the RV, but you will enjoy the compliments you receive on your plane on the ground.
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Old 06-05-2011, 06:29 PM
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Sweet looking machine there Nordo!
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Old 06-05-2011, 06:43 PM
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Very nice colors.

As a new 8 builder - er - how much ?

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Old 06-05-2011, 06:52 PM
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Default Fantastic!

That looks REALLY good! Congratulations!
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