bayoubengal
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After 30 years of lurking, dreaming and drooling, Ive finally retired from one of my two jobs (USAFRes), have kids out of the house (ish), and finished a knashing due dilliegence process. Results - final decision made to build an RV-10 using both QB kits available. I have lots of concerns about skills and ability and problem solving. Not so much about motivation. Many things I have succeeded at in life were due to the fact that I just refused defeat - hopefully that will carry me through this. Kit purchase is in progress. I do have a couple of questions I could use some guidance on...
1) Tools. In addition to the complete set of Cleveland RV build tools, what else would you recommend? I see people using drill presses etc. I do plan on a pneumatic riveter.
2) Air Compressor. I may farm out paint but want the option. Is there a consensus on minimum gallons, output, hp etc...? Any particular brand/model?
3) Work Shop. I have a 24X24 extra detached garage. Insulated, heated and cooled. Lighting is decent. Would you recommend moveable floor worklamps? Work tables - recommended size and height?
4) Probably one of my biggest concerns is the ?I don?t know what I don?t know?. Please feel free to share any ideas for planning, organizing, executing etc...
5) Documenting. KitLog Pro? Something else?
6) RV builder courses. Which one?
I am in Perry GA, a couple hours south of ATL. If any of you are within driving distance and want a gopher boy when doing the unfamiliar, like fiberglass etc..., I?ll be happy to help or just observe.
Special thanks to Van?s East Coast Rep Vic Syracuse for patiently allowing my spousal unit and I to crawl all over both airplanes and for having the patience to answer my endless questions. Look forward to the journey and participation in the forum.
VR
Hutch
1) Tools. In addition to the complete set of Cleveland RV build tools, what else would you recommend? I see people using drill presses etc. I do plan on a pneumatic riveter.
2) Air Compressor. I may farm out paint but want the option. Is there a consensus on minimum gallons, output, hp etc...? Any particular brand/model?
3) Work Shop. I have a 24X24 extra detached garage. Insulated, heated and cooled. Lighting is decent. Would you recommend moveable floor worklamps? Work tables - recommended size and height?
4) Probably one of my biggest concerns is the ?I don?t know what I don?t know?. Please feel free to share any ideas for planning, organizing, executing etc...
5) Documenting. KitLog Pro? Something else?
6) RV builder courses. Which one?
I am in Perry GA, a couple hours south of ATL. If any of you are within driving distance and want a gopher boy when doing the unfamiliar, like fiberglass etc..., I?ll be happy to help or just observe.
Special thanks to Van?s East Coast Rep Vic Syracuse for patiently allowing my spousal unit and I to crawl all over both airplanes and for having the patience to answer my endless questions. Look forward to the journey and participation in the forum.
VR
Hutch