kbalch
Well Known Member
Hey Guys,
I sold my beloved RV-8 years ago and it's been awhile since I've been actively involved with the RV community, but it's never been far from my thoughts.
After spending time scratching other itches these last ten years (part of a Model 12 Pitts project, a motorcycle restoration, a kit car project, et al.), the urge to build another RV has struck with a vengeance. Since I ordered my -8 kit in late 1999, my mission has changed substantially and the -14A (as much as it pains me to accept the 'A') is now the right fit.
When I sat in the airplane for the first time at SnF last weekend, I was amazed at the level of elbow room, comfort, and panel real estate now available. Even my wife was surprised at how much more comfortable she was in the -14A compared with her former seat in the rear of the -8.
Now it's time to make space in the garage, list the Ferrari for sale, inventory my aviation-specific tools, and order the necessary replacements for items sold years ago. I'll post a project thread in a few months once things are properly under way.
Anyway, I just wanted to say hello.
I sold my beloved RV-8 years ago and it's been awhile since I've been actively involved with the RV community, but it's never been far from my thoughts.
After spending time scratching other itches these last ten years (part of a Model 12 Pitts project, a motorcycle restoration, a kit car project, et al.), the urge to build another RV has struck with a vengeance. Since I ordered my -8 kit in late 1999, my mission has changed substantially and the -14A (as much as it pains me to accept the 'A') is now the right fit.
When I sat in the airplane for the first time at SnF last weekend, I was amazed at the level of elbow room, comfort, and panel real estate now available. Even my wife was surprised at how much more comfortable she was in the -14A compared with her former seat in the rear of the -8.
Now it's time to make space in the garage, list the Ferrari for sale, inventory my aviation-specific tools, and order the necessary replacements for items sold years ago. I'll post a project thread in a few months once things are properly under way.
Anyway, I just wanted to say hello.