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Not as tough as it looks, the wing struts are behind the entry instead of in the middle of it or in front of it. It makes a big difference. It's nothing like trying to get to the front seat of a Cub.

@@TangoSierra2022 thanks for the reply, front seat on a cub is tough on us old folks

I DO know that but somehow got it wrong anyway!

Thanks. Life is so busy . . . .you know how it is.

We shall see. I think it will be fun.

@@chriskyser1501 Very good eye you have. I dumped 45 pounds.

Not a Rans!! I wish, but the lead time was too long . . . I'm an old guy, I can't wait around anymore!!

All good . . . . what do you think it is?

@@TangoSierra2022 Looks a lot like a Sonex!

@JaakkoIsWatching There'a reason for that!

Are you unable to finish the vans kit because of the bankruptcy? What exactly is the issue? Can you not get portions of the kit? There needs to be a way to get a refund.

@ginacalabrese3869 I had decided to sell the 7 kit and order a new 8 kit. Just prior to shipping the 8 to me Vans announced their shut down and financial trouble. The options were, keep your slot for delivery and endure a 30% increase or work through the bankruptcy courts and get in line for an estimated 50% refund. That was a lose, lose situation as far as I could see. I decided I didn't have enough faith in Vans anymore to continue. What if they didn't emerge from chapter 11 and refiled chapter 13? Too many unknowns.

One of the good guys for sure.

Certainly tons better performance than the 150's I have flown. I have 160HP.

The trials of building. Shortly after this video dropped he was flying off the test hours when the engine let go. He landed safely and was involved in a new engine the last I heard from him.

Thirsty bird fo sho.

With it clearly being purpose built, the target market probably doesn't mind the tradeoff.

I bet.

I would go all the way to private pilot, less restrictive. When I began flying many years ago all I wanted was a private license so that I could fly around Michigan. Sport pilot rating did not exist. Once I got bit by the bug however, I wound up with MEI/ATP/ Citation rated. Has taken me all around the world!

@@TangoSierra2022 sounds great and I would if it wasn’t for the medical exam. I met a sport pilot at the woolsey memorial pancake breakfast fly in and he seemed ok with it.

You should!

Mostly trial and error on our part. I have seen that the canopy design has been improved on newer models. You are right, something had to change.

Indeed he is.

He's an awesome guy

All about props in this short video. Enjoy. th-cam.com/video/sOi7WawKVx4/w-d-xo.html

The Onex is all pop rivets (aviation grade pulled rivets) unless you decide to change the way some things are designed to go together. For example, the tail cone on a Onex is totally inaccessible when built to the plans with pop rivets holding on the belly skin. If you need to get in there, you probably can't. We split that belly skin and installed nut plates on the lower longerons, then dimpled the skin and put it in place with flat head screws. if you need to get into it now you will have screws to remove. At least you won't have rivets to drill out in that instance.

@@TangoSierra2022 Ok, How long did it take you to build the plane?

@@gabeplays9441 couple years.

Interesting. Where will it be next summer?

Yup. Can't find more bang for the buck.

Thanks a lot!

Eureka, Copper Canyon. Just right. I hate climbing in an out on my hands and knees and getting dressed laying down. This cured all that.

Sometimes it is easier to have a trip if I don't have to worry about him. Prolly won't happen very often, I keep looking for him when I go without him!

If it is empty it is especially soothing.

Welcome

Woolsey is worth the stop. I didn't check this trip but there are usually bikes in the building for a quick ride to some really gorgeous beach. Just a water stop this trip. Would be worth spending some time there camping.

Yup, a really great place to soak your head a few days. The video covered three days. Just moving on to another three day stop elsewhere might have been a grand idea. Maybe Madeline Island or at least Pricket and Grooms. Thanks for the support.

When you begin editing your own videos you will understand how it works.

The Catto is about 2" longer I believe.

Big difference Was the pitch change, Went from 48 to 52. Not quite as hot off the ground, but a small penalty for the ability to get some cruise numbers.

Great meeting you guys too. Great airport you have there.

Doesn't seem to be as bad as it was since I added the Catto. Which prop are you running?

Hope all was well on the journey! No busted knees or anything?

@@TangoSierra2022 Thank you for your reply. All went well, just a few Interstate "parking lots" on the way south. I am busy EDITING! Hope all is well with you. Best Regards, Wayne

Airplane has since been sold. We can only hope the new owner upgrades.

I hope so too!

Prolly that and the funds will be diverted to pay for crack pipe vending machines!

OSH is still, dare I say it, up in the air.

Air screw.

Glad you liked it. Thanks.

RV project got sold. Too much life in the way at my age to start another whole airplane project.

All good, life just got out of control for a while. Working back into the fold slowly. Thanks for watching.

No problem

Hi captain T. Oshkosh? I'll be there. Liked your video on your new fan you installed very interesting

@@frankdavey7125 Jury is still out on Oshkosh.