Plans

Empennage Kit & Tools (0 hrs)

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Some time ago I put an ad on VAF for used tools. Peter Cheney replied to my email, and has a ton of tools that are virtually new. I’ve been talking back and forth with Peter, and it turns out that he is also looking to sell his RV-8 empennage kit. The kit has been barely touched and has the electric trim option. My buddy James and I are planning to drive up (Toronto, Canada) this weekend (7-9 December) to pick it all up. I’ll be getting a great deal and I’ll finally be able to start construction. Pretty soon the hours will start to tick upwards on this blog!

I’ve attached a list of the tools Peter is selling below.  The tools I intend to buy have been highlighted.  Peter offered to sell them at 35% off, and the empennage kit for $1,400.  Both were reasonable prices, and I didn’t want to haggle as he’s been fair and honest.

Cleaveland tool order – SALE REVISED

First Practice Rivets! (0 hrs)

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Today, John Raffensparger, the local EAA tech counselor brought me some rivets and scrap metal to practice with. I used the air hammer, and bucking bars I recently purchased from John to try my hand at a few rivets. I didn’t have a proper clamp or vice, so it wasn’t a very professional setup, but I was still able to place a few horrible rivets! Here’s a photo of the result. Still lots to learn and practice.

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