[Rival67]

I have been seriously considering building an rv7 for the last 2 years. However I am planning to pay off the mortgaged before I begin major construction. So construction is years away. What small projects can I do before I start the big build?
Here's what I've already been working on:

• Flight training for my pilots license
• Collecting sheet metal tools
• Insulating and lighting garage
• Reviewing preview plans

Here are items I'm considering:

• Creating flight stick grips
• Drawing out paint scheme

What other projects can I do in the mean time?

 

[Ironflight]

Find some folks in your local area who are building, and ask if you can help them with their projects. It won't cost you anything but a little time, will teach you some skills, help you figure out if you like building airplanes....and create a new circle of friends!

Paul

 

[leeschaumberg]

Things to Do in the meantime

The first list is needed and good. Thee second list you can do after the plane is almost done. As mentioned find a local builder or flyer to visit and talk to. I know it's hard to start but you start to get slower after the age of 16. HaHa

 

[K?hler]

Once you've collected some tools, do the Van's practice kits. When finished, drill out all the rivets and build them again. Great experience for very little money.

 

[Jeff R]

Keep reading about airplane building stuff! Work on your electrical plan. Help others build their airplane. If the waiting list for a hanger at your local airport is long, get on now. At COI, it is years long. Slowly build up your tool collection and aviation library.