Yes! Just wait till you see the upcoming vids, gets better!

Unfortunately... I remember being in the lunch text with that crew at WOH just a few weeks before the Dallas crash. What a loss on so many fronts. RIP AirCrew.

Yeah, it seems to be getting that way. Wish they'd bring in more GA and Experimental aircraft to showcase. It is nice to see and remember the WW2 aircraft, showcased again what we are flying now though. We think of them as primitive, but they were state of the art at the time...

Understand. Yes, some military stuff got pulled away due to tensions escalating in Middle East. Oh, and yes, $50 a ticket is getting close to a point of diminishing returns. As a volunteer, we get in for free, but I'd have to give it pause if I wanted to go every year, on my or families own. I'd probably decide on every second or third year.

Lots of people were there Saturday. The prime seating section shown at the beginning doesn't fill up until later because people are still walking around the static displays and vendors behind it. It's worth $50 just to see the blue angels in person at least once.

Hey, never said I was AWAKE at that time of day... :-)

I said I stood corrected, I wasn't sure when I said it. What else have I gotten wrong?

Corrected!

Yeah, we had no idea there were any pilots living in the neighborhood. Feel free to stop by anytime to help build or just watch!

Building again today, come by.

Sounds exciting! Have a great time!

Getting the itch to fly again? It's in your blood, you can't get away from it... RV-12 time?

Yes, it'd be interesting to know more. I did hear her at Osk say she did like it, but I didn't prob more, It is still quite a ways off for me before I get anywhere near that point. I will say however, there is much enthusiasm over several new propeller's, including some quieter ones being looked at. Looks like Prop Tech is going to be an upcoming topic!

@@N720S Yes! It would be interesting! I have already seen many such propellers from France made by DUC, but I have not seen reviews from the owners!) What has changed? Does it make sense to buy? And so on!

@@Hibis29 As I previously said, I can't answer that specifically, but yes the DUC props are making waves, and so are the ones made by CATO. (See SPA - Whisper series) I'm sure the Sling forums will be discussing the various propellers upcoming. Right now for the 916, Sling is recommending the 3 bladed MT. I'm NOT on FB, but I am on the Sling Pilots Forum, and the Sling Discord channel. I'll ask on the Discord group, and start a discussion.

@@N720S Ок!

@@Hibis29 Just to muddy the waters even more: e-props.fr/ 🙂

Thanks! We're looking forward to seeing how it all turns out.

I have taken your suggestion to heart and now match drill each hole if the rivet doesn't go in easily. A guy I met this year at Osh, at the Sling Pavilion, he built a Sling 2, it was he who gave me that idea.

Good morning Mr Inman, Congrats on your journey also. Corrosion protection is an age old controversy on the order of sports or politics. You will find a plethora of comments on both sides of the issue. Some believe that the Aluminum in our Slings (6061-T6) doesn't need protection, others believe it does. It comes down to personal choice. While I am not alodining or priming each part specifically, I am going to use Corrosion-X afterwards, on the entire plane. I may spray some alodye and prime specific sections as I go along. There are 50 y/o Cessna's on ramps with no corrosion protection and no corrosion. Others have problems. It may also depend on the area of the country you live in as to which is best for your particular circumstance. Many of the VAN'S people think you should use corrosion protection, however, they use a different aluminum in building their aircraft. Best on your choice and your build!!! Steve, Emily, & Shiloh

@@N720SOK Steve thanks for the nice explanation!

@@billinman1764 You're most welcome. I hope that helps. On the SlingPilots.com Forums section you can find more info, as well as on Garrett's Sling Discord channel. I don't have or use FaceBook, but I hear their is much info there also. If you have any questions, or need to chat, my number is easily available anytime!

To bad this one was on top of a regional HAM Fest that people choose to attend. I try to support our local community whenever possible. Plus so face to face QSO's with people you only know by voice. Many of the local groups are trying to do there own Fest's. I think it's good for the community. W1WHO

Thanks! Lots of hard work but we're enjoying it.

Ha! I'm trying my best to filter out the background without making Steve sound like a robot. Only so far that can go, especially against those pesky hams... KJ6BAA

Just another fun day in the garage building, with stuff going on in the background; you those HAMS... Every once in a while, I'll perk up and go reply. :-)

Thanks for the visit

Working on it!

Thanks. Hopefully not, but the entire fuselage (including avionics, engine, upholstery, canopy, etc) is 80% of the build.

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Thank you very much, yes it means a lot to us. This is not a simple quick project, but it definitely is a learning experience.

Thanks!

Thanks! It's a process but something we can do together, not only as a couple, but as a family as we intend to bring our daughter along for the ride!

The HS center angles, there are two of them, the outside 4 holes. on each, have to be countersunk. Evan warns to make sure you countersink the correct sides, which i noted, but I didn't, and no one tells, WHY. I thought I had done them correctly, but I didn't. I countersunk the incorrect sides. Now I know why. Anyways, new ones are ordered, just waiting for them to come in, then I can finish the HS.

That's the hope!

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Thanks! Hopefully your kids get challenged to take on projects? Bring them by sometime to see and build!

Yes, the build is usually at least 2 weeks ahead of the videos going online. But please do comment, it makes the build better. I did build in the trim servo, but have not connected the linkage, nor the electrical yet. Now that you say it, probably should have installed the linkage first. I wondered about that, but neither the instructions, nor Evans Video's make that clear. The electrical won't be that hard. Everything else is already done, as per your above. Fuselage is next, yes, it can be complicated, that's why I ask a lot of questions, review multi video's along with the instructions. Wings will be my very last part of the build. I have learned much building the empennage! Please continue to give pointers. Email me, link is on my KZbin page. Thanks!

@@N720S I don't know if there's a particular reason why you're going to the fuselage next. Based on my experience, it's the most complicated part of the build and also the build manual for whatever reason doesn't have as much detail and actually has some errors. The wings, on the other hand, are relatively straightforward and the build manual is more detailed and accurate. If you're looking to build experience and confidence, I'd recommend the wings next. Or at least, build up all the ribs and prepare it for assembly. Also the ailerons and flaps are good experience and similar to the rudder and elevators.

@@paulborror2544 Good morning Mr Borror, Having spoken to several other builders, and just not wanting to store wings for 2-3 years, in which they could be damaged, I decided to go to the fuselage next. The fuselage is 70-80% of the build, takes the longest, so I have time to work on things. I'm disappointed to hear the manual is not as complete as it could otherwise be. And we need to talk voice about the errors. My number is 713.818.5800. Jason, from JasonEllisBuilds (RV-10 build) got damage to his wings while they were being stored, as he worked on his fuselage. After the build, the wings should only take another 3-4 weeks or so to complete towards the end of the build. Then pull everything together... Also, for me cost is a factor, I can't afford the entire kit at once, if I could, i might do the wings first, I have to buy each kit separately as finances come. Sine the fuselage takes the majority of the build, I've decided that is best in my particular case. I'm not doubting that you may be correct that doing the wings as practice to build confidence is good.

@@N720S I'm only a few weeks in on my fuselage and this is my first airplane build. So I'm far from an expert on the subject. I'm just pointing out that based on your videos and the sometimes questions about the manual with your empennage, you're going to find the fuselage "interesting." Perhaps there's a general expectation from the writers that once you get that far maybe you don't need so much guidance. Just pay a lot of attention as you go. As I mentioned, I've found a couple part number errors. Plus directions are sometimes a bit vague and rivet directions aren't always shown. I've been able to figure it out so far and have sent messages to tech support a few times and they've always responded quickly. Based on my research a couple years ago, the most common sequence was empennage -> wings -> fuse. So that's what I'm doing. I too have only purchased kits as I needed them, so I'm with you there. For budget but also for logistics. I wouldn't have room at home for the entire kit at once. I have my wings stored on a rack on my basement and they won't get damaged. But I understand and appreciate the concern. In my opinion, your estimate of 3-4 weeks for the wings is a bit optimistic. They're not particularly hard (I can say that now that I'm completed them...) but the fuel tanks take some serious effort. My build is documented here FWIW: eaabuilderslog.org?s=PaulTSi.

@@paulborror2544 Yes, agreed. Even worse, I'm a non-pilot doing a first time build. I do ask lots of questions, as I build, and I view Evan's Sling Video's over and over. Yes, your correct about the sequence, i'm aware, have just decided to do the wings last as discussed previously. I have saved your build info, and will be reviewing! You have my number, so we can keep in touch over our builds. Yes fuel takes are aggravating to get them sealed completely initially. I'm sure your aware of the Discord Channel for Sling set up by Brian, and also the SlingPilots.com, both have more info to help us. I know there is a FaceBook something, but I don't have facebook. To bad we both aren't in the same city to help each other... I'm alone here, no one else building near me that I'm aware of. Merry Christmas!

Yes, absolutely, please do! Lets chat and compare notes. Do you have all the tools yet? 713.818.5800. Its so exciting to start!

Yes, we continue. Thanks! Yes, absolutely, catch you on air.

Thanks, its a long process, but very rewarding and fun!

Yes, I have since found that out. Video's are generally 1-2 weeks behind the actual build. I to have that page now open in the KIA! And yes I found that info also. I've installed the C-Arm, but not torqued it down yet. Can do that later as described. I haven't done the fiberglass yet either, will do that once I have the VS light. Thanks!!!

Actually, pretty safe in my neighborhood, but Houston (just North) has had multiple garage's hit by drive up thieves just walking into people garages and robbing them... Plus, most of the time, out of the house, I do carry. Got to protect family!

Thanks! Join the ride as we build. And since you live relatively nearby, come see it in person, bring your kids!

@@N720S Maybe we can help build it too!!!

More to come!

It was brake cleaner, not brake fluid I have both, but was cleaning the rivet teeth with cleaner, as you suggested. I ran out of the carb cleaner...

Thanks, we are enjoying the build. If you'd like to see more, let us know, and you're welcome to come by see the build in person! And THANK you for the donation, our first one! Keep listening, join in the convo's on the 940. 73 Steve W!WHO and N720S Hhahhahahahha

Okay, understand. I've been looking for a Milwaukee Rivet gun, but so far, even used ones are same priced as new ones. I'll keep looking. I'll keep it in mind, not to put anything on the skins! I have 3 of the 4 tips needed, all new, and a new set of teeth for the XT2. I'll keep an eye on the Rivet heads as I put them in. Great suggestions, thanks!

Some Day!

Thanks! Empennage took about 7 months, Fuselage about 4-5 months Yes, via Torrance, TAF has the sole distributorship for the US market. They have ramped up production in SA, so now kits are mostly arriving sooner.

The date stamp is probably not correct, we're still learning all this video stuff... Yes, I looked at the dimpler since your post here. We have it set to the correct heght for the primary work bench, but your correct, and I'll be moving it forward today 6.5 inches. Thanks! I'll also add some tape as suggested Great suggestions, thanks again!

Is it possible to swap the simple pin with the dimple shaft so that the pin is on the bottom, making it easier to line up the hole on the parts you want to make the dimple in? Also, how much do you expect this entire project will cost once you’ve completed it…including paint…and ready to fly?

@@markkirchman2864 Yes, absolutely you (we) can switch the pin (Male) to the bottom position, and I have on my hand dimpler. However, if you do, you have to remember to turn your skins upside down, and for me that's counter-intuitive, so I didn't. But, yes, it is certainly possible. Probably about $225k Give or take depending on options, and such. The more the paint scheme, the higher the cost. Barebones, probably just under $200k.

Were trying!

More to come!

Thanks!

Thank you!