Neil

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   Neil added a post in a topic F7a Bellcranks.    18 Dec 2021

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   Neil added a post in a topic Lexan for widscreen and doors    20 Mar 2021

   Jim what engine are you running to get 120 mph.? Neil
   

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   Neil added a post in a topic WY kitfox Yamaha build    5 Mar 2021

   
   That's some really nice work. Great welding. Neil
   

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   Neil added a post in a topic Rebuilt Model C HH    18 Nov 2020

   
   Thank You !! Not quite done . Needs stripes + other items.
   

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   Neil added a topic in For Sale and wanted, you got it, I want it    13 Nov 2020

   Rebuilt Model C HH

   My Model C may be for sale this winter or next spring. Reason is I'll be starting a new project. Neil
    
   My restored Avid model C Heavy Hauler with updates. Frame has been extended 16". Strengthen seat/bungee rail. F7a flaperon mod. Fuselage recovered in 2019, Wing covering in very good condition, Mark IV Gear, New boot and engine cowl, New Lexan on windshield, top and doors, Brakes rebuilt, New tires, Seat recovered. Great Plains built 80 Hp VW, Dual ignition, starter, etc. I've been in the test phase getting the bugs worked out. It's a great flying airplane. I need to install the wing root covers. Get the stripes put on, getting close. This is the second Avid that I have installed a Great Plains built VW and I'm very happy with this combination. Neil
   
   
   
   
       
   

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   Neil added a post in a topic New rebuilt Model C HH    12 Nov 2020

   I'm flying with a loaner prop from Prince Prop who is building my ordered prop so my specs will change. Best I can say with this loaner prop is climb is 800 fpm top speed is 95 mph. In answering your question about the engine. It's important who builds the engine. My choice is Hummel Engine and Great Plains Engines. There built for aviation use, steel billet crank shaft, duel ignition. They have been in business many years. I have had three of there engines on different planes over twenty years..If you have an extra 20+ grand the 912 might be the better choice if your flying in the mountains. Neil
    
   

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   Neil added a post in a topic New rebuilt Model C HH    12 Nov 2020

   I want to say thanks to Jim Chuk for his help answering my questions as well as others. Thanks, Neil
   

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   Neil added a topic in Avid fox flyers pics and vids    12 Nov 2020

   New rebuilt Model C HH

   My restored Avid model C Heavy Hauler with updates. Frame has been extended 16". Fuselage recovered in 2019, Wing covering very good condition, Mark IV Gear, New boot and engine cowl, New Lexan on windshield, top and doors, Brakes rebuilt, New tires, Seat recovered, New bungees, Great Plains built 80 Hp VW Dual ignition, New struts, 10 gal wing tanks installed 5 years ago. I've been in the test phase getting the bugs worked out. It's a great flying airplane. This is the second Avid that I have installed the Great Plains built VW and I'm very happy with this combination. Neil
   
   
   
   
   

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   Neil added a post in a topic adjusting flaperons with the F7a mod    6 Nov 2020

   
   Thank You, Neil
   

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    Neil added a post in a topic adjusting flaperons with the F7a mod    6 Nov 2020

    
    OK I understand now. I read the stick deal on other post but didn't understand what was going on. Thank you!! Neil
    When the wings are level is the floor or the door sill suppose to be level also? Mine are not. Neil
    

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    Neil added a topic in Technical tasks    6 Nov 2020

    adjusting flaperons with the F7a mod

    Are the Flaperons with the F7a bellcranks adjusted the same as the standard bellcranks? Thanks, Neil
    

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    Neil added a topic in Technical tasks    5 Nov 2020

    adjusting flaperons with the F7a mod

    Are the flaperons with the F7a mod adjusted the same as the stock setup? Thanks, Neil
    

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    Neil added a topic in Technical tasks    5 Nov 2020

    Leveling the fuselage

    Question, In setting up the flaperons, the manual says level the wing at the third longer rib based on the right wing. At this stage the fuselage is raised at the tail until the right wing is level. Is the fuselage considered leveled even though the floor of the plane is not quite level or is there another step in leveling the fuselage in order to set up the F7a flaperons that I missed in the manual I down loaded. Thanks, Neil
    

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    Neil added a post in a topic New forum category! A place to introduce yourself. Please Post!!    5 Nov 2020

    
    Welcome !!
     
    

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    Neil added a post in a topic New Guy Under Ohio Sky    31 Oct 2020

    
    Good advice. Get your license first. You will then find out what direction you want to go. Great story by the way. Neil
    

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