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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    4 Nov 2016

   I attacked no one, Pal. I challenge anyone, especially the "moderator", to read the posts and find where I personally attacked anyone. There is a difference between objecting to what someone says and attacking or as was said, "bashing" someone. I can object to what my friends say, but that is not the same as "attacking" them. Read the posts.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    2 Nov 2016

   I joined this group after buying the Avid Flyer project and looking forward to getting it airborne again. I was hoping to get some information and at first that was the case, but soon received some messages that, intended or not, was insulting in its tone and tenor and was unmistakable. There is no reason for anyone to be disrespectful to another, let alone to a new member. Instead of apologizing or taking ownership of it and even explaining that it was not meant that way, I was met with derogatory remarks from others. Your response was both disrespectful and unwarranted. I was the one offended and said so, and yet you wanted to vilify me! You even had someone compose a letter for me, but as I explained to him I do not apologize for someone else’s bad behavior. Unlike some of you, I will not call you names, nor will I hope that you crash your airplanes as someone suggested, nor will I be disrespectful to anyone as you have me, instead I wish you well in your pursuits in both aviation and personally. I am 70 years old and have always made friends throughout the aviation community, but I have never been so badly treated or disrespected as I have experienced on your forum. It will take a while to finish this project, but I will find a way. Best wishes.
   
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    30 Oct 2016

   On the other hand, I have admired these because of its lines and speed. I remember wanting one of these when they first came out and thought that the Wankel engine would be perfect for it as it would have solved the vibration problem, but they didn't have enough power.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    30 Oct 2016

   I would not want one either, not much around the pilot, very sensitive controls and high wing loading.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    29 Oct 2016

   For anyone who might be interested or knows someone who is, there are two BD-5 kits available from the same place that I purchased the Avid Flyer. All that I know is that they said that they were complete and in different stages. Let me know if that is something that you are interested in and I will give you the contact.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    29 Oct 2016

   Sounds like you are experienced in that. Make a video of how that works and I'll let you know if I'm interested.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    29 Oct 2016

   I am not sure what you are seeing, but there are notches on the rear spar extensions. Not sure what it should look like but I went out and took a couple of photos of the wing root.
   
   
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    29 Oct 2016

   It was his words not mine. I never said anything against him, just what was said. I have not argued about any answers given here.
   

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   winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

   I am sure that all of you are very knowledgeable, after all this is a forum for the Avid Flyer. I said from the beginning that I am new to this and therefore need to ask basic questions and most of you have been helpful in that regard. I have to start somewhere guys and thought that this forum would provide a source for the information that I need to make the right decisions concerning this airplane, but surly we can be respectful in what we say to each other. I know that this is not an RC plane. I would always welcome questions from those that I was teaching no matter how basic and not consider it spoon feeding, but a process. We all can benefit from learning from each other and we can also try to be respectful to each other and never call anyone names.
   

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

    
    
    Thanks for that. What do you think covered that hole? Sorry that your friend/acquaintance had passed away. I did get a battery, but it is probably no longer working.
    

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

    I would be grateful if flaperons could be found for this. Thanks for you help in that. It did have a windshield, but it is in poor condition and yellow. The door frames are there and it came with a set of domed side windows that fit the door frames. I also found the installation kit for the domed windows. The tail feathers are there, but there may be a problem with the connection point for the leading edge of the horizontal stab and there is a threaded rod installed which I am not sure of its function. I did find a receipt for an electric trim system, but only found the indicator and the rocker switch. I think that I have the motor mount, but not sure if its the right one. The panel, which is made of fiberglass, is not so good and unsure what instruments will be used. This plane initially had a Rotax engine then a Subaru engine. How do I determine the correct prop? This prop may have used with the Subaru engine. There appears to be an extra set of pedals. There is some sort of aluminum scoop with a hose attached that I do not know its purpose. I really appreciate your help. Although I understand what you are saying concerning Doug, his words were unmistakable. Thanks again.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

    I found a receipt for poly-fiber for a repair on a wing in 2003, so I assume that is what is on there now, but I cannot be sure. I am not sure what is going on with the horizontal stab and that allen bolt if anything. I will look tomorrow at the framework and other parts. Thanks for the suggestions.
    

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

     
    

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    28 Oct 2016

    I was very clear in my initial statement, but you seem to be the only one who has trouble understanding it and more interested slinging insults in what I had to say or how I said it. I joined this site hoping to get some help with this Avid Flyer and so far, except for you, all comments have been constructive.
    

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    winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice    27 Oct 2016

    That is all good and great, but hardly the case here. I never asked for anyone here to do the work for me and getting the information that I need before doing the work is hardly putting the cart before the horse. I have already inventoried all that I have. If I were to start putting this together before knowing what I am doing then that would be putting the cart before the horse. This is an already built plane and may have either missing or damaged parts.
    

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