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by Mike Freeman
Wed Aug 12, 2020 3:48 pm
Forum: Aircraft Design - General
Topic: Aircraft 'Painting'?
Replies: 6
Views: 4556

Re: Aircraft 'Painting'?

Not yet no, i'm a long way off finishing at the moment. I've seen enough of them in the USA to know it is feasible though. I might even have a bash at it myself. Whats the worst that can happen? There are lots of youtube videos and courses showing the process on cars which seem much more difficult w...
by Mike Freeman
Wed Aug 12, 2020 1:15 pm
Forum: Aircraft Design - General
Topic: Aircraft 'Painting'?
Replies: 6
Views: 4556

Re: Aircraft 'Painting'?

I've pretty much decided i'll be going down this route with my RV. It will be painted white all over with other colours and designs added by wrapping. I'll possibly get it done by a local painter in the white before it's assembled. It would be nice to get it done as I build but I need to make sure t...
by Mike Freeman
Wed Jul 17, 2019 8:48 am
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: Duralac/JC5A and Cromate confusion.
Replies: 9
Views: 6217

Re: Duralac/JC5A and Cromate confusion.

For my RV i'm using an automotive primer which i'm really happy with in terms of ease of application and durability. I then use Duralac between joints and dip each rivet in it too. It may seem overkill to some but my aircraft will be based on the south coast so i'm not taking any chances. If you go ...
by Mike Freeman
Tue May 07, 2019 10:55 am
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: Converting plans/templates into AutoCAD files
Replies: 7
Views: 4548

Re: Converting plans/templates into AutoCAD files

I started to do something similar using my plans for the Marquart Charger. I would recommend something like Inventor or Solidworks rather than AutoCAD but as said you will need to redraw the items. I believe you can get a free Solidworks licence with an EAA membership. It is possible to convert PDF ...
by Mike Freeman
Thu May 17, 2018 10:04 am
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: Engine Type Approval
Replies: 0
Views: 1439

Engine Type Approval

Has anyone gone through the process of getting a different engine approved for a particular aircraft?

What would be the process for this? There are examples of this engine/aircraft combination flying in the USA but it is not approved as an aero engine in the UK as far as I can see.
by Mike Freeman
Thu Sep 07, 2017 9:31 am
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: 'Airdrome Aeroplanes' (USA)
Replies: 23
Views: 29834

Re: 'Airdrome Aeroplanes' (USA)

Was just reading this old thread and your list is similar to mine when i was trying to decide.

Did you ever choose a project?
by Mike Freeman
Mon Sep 04, 2017 9:30 am
Forum: Hangar Chat
Topic: Rally Fleamarket Spitfire Plans
Replies: 0
Views: 1856

Rally Fleamarket Spitfire Plans

Hi There was a box of Isaacs Spitfire plans at the rally fleamarket and I have been kicking myself all weekend that I did not at least put in an offer. Does anyone know whether they sold? I realise you can get a set of plans but these were interesting as a collectors item as they came with some corr...
by Mike Freeman
Tue Aug 30, 2016 2:49 pm
Forum: Aircraft Design - General
Topic: Steen Skybolt 3 piece Wing
Replies: 5
Views: 9824

Re: Steen Skybolt 3 piece Wing

Hi I didn't proceed with the Skybolt. I had a few designs in mind staring with the Flitzer (Too small for me unfortunately) Skybolt and Mustang but settled on an RV7. I may build from plans next but for now I am very glad that I chose a kit with lots of other builder resources and advice available f...
by Mike Freeman
Wed Feb 24, 2016 1:36 pm
Forum: Sales & Wants
Topic: PFA/LAA Magazines
Replies: 46
Views: 47735

Re: PFA/LAA Magazines

It was actually Mike Freeman that I was asking if he still wanted the magazines.
I am happy to wait for access to the scanned versions. I have too many books and magazines as it is. :)
by Mike Freeman
Wed Feb 24, 2016 1:29 pm
Forum: Coaching
Topic: Aircraft Painting course
Replies: 6
Views: 19266

Re: Aircraft Painting course

I would be interested in this also.
by Mike Freeman
Wed Mar 25, 2015 11:45 am
Forum: Aircraft Design - General
Topic: Steen Skybolt 3 piece Wing
Replies: 5
Views: 9824

Steen Skybolt 3 piece Wing

Hi I am in the process of deciding which aircraft to build and the Skybolt was one of my options that I ruled out due to the one piece wing and the space needed. There is a 'D' version that uses a 3 piece wing. The LAA datasheet however says this cannot be built. Does anyone know why this is or know...
by Mike Freeman
Mon Mar 23, 2015 9:33 am
Forum: Sales & Wants
Topic: PFA/LAA Magazines
Replies: 46
Views: 47735

Re: PFA/LAA Magazines

That easier for you I think Ian.

Mike
by Mike Freeman
Sun Mar 22, 2015 8:51 pm
Forum: Sales & Wants
Topic: PFA/LAA Magazines
Replies: 46
Views: 47735

Re: PFA/LAA Magazines

Hi

Whereabouts are you? I could pick up from Kent or Yorkshire only really.

Regards

Mike
by Mike Freeman
Fri Mar 20, 2015 9:52 am
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: Welding your own fusalage
Replies: 20
Views: 19650

Re: Welding your own fusalage

Thanks, I will look into that.

The plan is to build wing ribs whilst practicing my welding and getting approved.

What would be the spec for a tig welder that is capable of welding 4130 without breaking the bank?
by Mike Freeman
Thu Mar 19, 2015 10:59 pm
Forum: Aircraft Construction & Maintenance
Topic: Welding your own fusalage
Replies: 20
Views: 19650

Re: Welding your own fusalage

Thanks Colin,

I have just been reading Peters build log and I will look into doing a similar thing. I had thought you needed to be an experienced welder with many years under your belt but it seems it is achievable.

Regards