Worked the side sim Tuesday a.m. and had a couple of hours where I had to wait, so I got online and started looking for things that could be used as helpful tools when you’re building your RV. I’m in the middle of building a fairly extensive list of bullet points of 3-D related RV type items that you might find helpful - it will end up being a sticky at the top of the 3-D sub forum when it’s a little more complete. Fun times! v/r,dr
The next three items added:
Calipers: Pocket Edition (I printed both v1 and v2 on my Bambu P1S in about 15 minutes).
v1 https://makerworld.com/models/707779
v2 https://makerworld.com/models/766097 (already handed to a fellow VAFer).
Video of it being printed:
Button/Rivet Spacer
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Video of it being printed:
Micro Screwdriwer Handle for Hex Bits
….printed (12). Gave (6) to my son and handing out the others to RV friends as I see them.
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RE: Red Cube fuel flow transducer location on RV-4
…Vac
As close to the carb as possible if accuracy is important. Tom S made a couple of different length lines until we got the geometry right. After hooking everything up, the cube and adjacent tubing are wrapped in fire sleeve:
RE: Panel ignition switch location on RV-4/8
…Roadjunkie1 PIREP
I have a carburetor -4 and mag switch/start is on the right side of the panel. Primer on the left lower panel under the Master switch. I want my hand on the throttle as it sometimes takes a little encouragement from the carb/accelerator pump to get started, especially when cold.....or warm, and I can instantly make any needed changes. My mixture stays set until after start. Fuel pump, carburetor heat all within easy reach for a go-around. I would NOT put the starter on the stick as it would be too easy to accidentally hit it with the engine running unless there is an isolation switch, then you have to remember to turn that off. My stick buttons are already assigned. There really isn't any reason to have the stick anything but neutral where it is normally sitting. I'm not sure I have ever pulled the stick back when starting or trapped it with my knees. No need. I'm not sure what purpose that would have. I suppose if you are starting with full throttle then, yeah, I guess...............
The Cub is hand-propped. When I am solo, it is done standing in front of the main gear, behind the prop, my leg functioning as a 'chock'. I'm not even IN the cockpit when I start her. And my hand is instantly on the throttle when she fires. Never considered doing anything with the stick other than moving it out of the way when I swing in.
Love my 'round-dial' panel!
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The next three items added:
Calipers: Pocket Edition (I printed both v1 and v2 on my Bambu P1S in about 15 minutes).
v1 https://makerworld.com/models/707779
v2 https://makerworld.com/models/766097 (already handed to a fellow VAFer).
Video of it being printed:
Button/Rivet Spacer
Button Spacer: Print-in-Place Sewing Gauge! - Free 3D Print Model - MakerWorld
Download this free 3D print file designed by Mari_Makes. Hey crafters! ✂️ Ready to make your sewing projects a breeze? Check out this awesome button spacer! Perfect for grommets and buttons, this little tool is here to save you time and effort. 📦 Print-in-Place Design: No support is needed! Just...
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Micro Screwdriwer Handle for Hex Bits
….printed (12). Gave (6) to my son and handing out the others to RV friends as I see them.
Micro Screwdriwer Handle for Ants and tight spaces - Free 3D Print Model - MakerWorld
Download this free 3D print file designed by pilim. Boost MeYou can support me if you like this model! Check out my Cristamas Tree collection - modular and tiny gifts! - https://makerworld.com/en/collections/3372077My screwdriver Collection - https://makerworld.com/en/collections/26829 Other...
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Motivational RV Air Pics from rv6n6r
The VAF News - 2.11.2025. #6274.
Portland Wx again all day in DFW. You folks up there are a special type of tuff to deal with this for months at a time. . v/r,dr turbo …Rest in Peace Mr. Fred Stucklen https://www.vansairforce.net/threads/fred-stucklen-rest-in-peace.232944/ turbo ….the next ‘Old Farts Forming’ invite...
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RE: Red Cube fuel flow transducer location on RV-4
…Vac
As close to the carb as possible if accuracy is important. Tom S made a couple of different length lines until we got the geometry right. After hooking everything up, the cube and adjacent tubing are wrapped in fire sleeve:
Red Cube fuel flow transducer location on RV-4
Fellow RV-4 drivers, has anyone found a convenient location to mount the red cube. Pictures would be much appreciated. Thanks !
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RE: Panel ignition switch location on RV-4/8
…Roadjunkie1 PIREP
I have a carburetor -4 and mag switch/start is on the right side of the panel. Primer on the left lower panel under the Master switch. I want my hand on the throttle as it sometimes takes a little encouragement from the carb/accelerator pump to get started, especially when cold.....or warm, and I can instantly make any needed changes. My mixture stays set until after start. Fuel pump, carburetor heat all within easy reach for a go-around. I would NOT put the starter on the stick as it would be too easy to accidentally hit it with the engine running unless there is an isolation switch, then you have to remember to turn that off. My stick buttons are already assigned. There really isn't any reason to have the stick anything but neutral where it is normally sitting. I'm not sure I have ever pulled the stick back when starting or trapped it with my knees. No need. I'm not sure what purpose that would have. I suppose if you are starting with full throttle then, yeah, I guess...............
The Cub is hand-propped. When I am solo, it is done standing in front of the main gear, behind the prop, my leg functioning as a 'chock'. I'm not even IN the cockpit when I start her. And my hand is instantly on the throttle when she fires. Never considered doing anything with the stick other than moving it out of the way when I swing in.
Love my 'round-dial' panel!
Panel ignition switch location
I'm trying to finalize the panel layout on my RV-8 and am thinking about where to put the ignition switches and starter button. Almost every RV-8 panel I've seen has the starter and ignition switches on the right side, so I'm thinking there must be a reason for that, but I'm also wondering if it...
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Get your VansAirForce.net Charity Cap!
VAF Charity Cap: Help your charity and promote this site.
Get the cap all the cool kids are wearing! I don’t get a penny. It’s around $15. $5 more if you want your N-number on the back (I put 'STAFF' on the back of mine because it makes me laugh. Put STAFF on yours too if it makes you smile). And down the road $10 to the charity of your choice...
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Please consider donating yearly to help keep this American 1-person pirate ship afloat:
Older issues of the ‘VAF News’ can be found at:
Doug's Area ...The VAF News, About VAF, My Resume
Pushed out every now and then.
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THE VAF LIST (a list of RV-related lists)
THE VAF LIST (a list of RV-related lists)
The VAF List ...a list of RV-related lists. RV-related things you might want to browse over (a closed post that is sticky and maintained by dr). Link to this in 'Links' in the menu. v/r,dr Small businesses that help bring you this list of RV-related lists: 360 Avionics www.360Avionics.com Ace...
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