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[@iamatomiczombie]

Mr Adair, I heard your name mentioned related to the Affordaplane and I'm so thankful for these videos. This is my year to build! I think that I've settled on the Affordaplane. Once I get underway I wonder if you would mind the occasional question? Anyways I really enjoy and appreciate your content.

[@acepilot0073]

Definitely need to change those washer on the engine mount, with the vibration and time they will dig in to the mount

[@PCMrX.9961]

THIS IS 100 % THUMBS UP. Every one has little tweaks after a build. I say good work.

[@atmm89]

Terry, the plane is looking right-on, wish we could see it with the wings all the best to you

[@user-jl7tg2ie6y]

Avery nice work, cong

[@ezralord4901]

I just found your videos and love them. I would take a stripped down q tip and coat all of the quick connect electrical connectors with dielectric grease (I coat all electrical connectors with it). Just to prevent corrosion in the future. They will all be getting hot/cold/warm during regular use, which will cause some condensation, more of course on the wires that draw more current.

[@jessrader4591]

Terry, I would suggest fender washers on your motor mount rubbers. You can get them at Orscheln Farm and Home Supply or Westlakes Hardware. If you want aircraft grade try Wick's or Aircraft Spruce. They need to almost completely cover the rubber damper. You have done a great job, it really looks good.

[@fernandogutierrez7053]

Nice work, good job!

[@hadjnabil4811]

Good job man ,wonderful, thank you lot's for this lovely video and sharing with us ,god bless you and your family

[@affordaplanestore]

You are so kind

[@davidromero2777]

Very good

[@danielsmith2447]

Very nice work and some great ideas, I doubt it will be part 103 legal but I can't wait to see it fly.

[@David-uy6ch]

Awesome

[@joebob7344]

Hi Terry I’m a new subscriber to your channel. I’m really impressed with how good your plan looks.Im really torn as to which plane I will purchase . I’ve been giving a lot of thought to a Kolbe firefly but after looking a the different Affordaplane builds on Utube I have a close competitor to consider. I agree with your engine choice as I would rather have more power than just enough.

[@Darklightbeam]

Hi Terry, I would suggest with the foot pedals you might like to put a bar across to take the pressure of your heels. In some situations I have seen foot rest holes in the floor just infront of the pedals. With vibrations thru the floor your feet could get displaced. With the fuel pump, I would suggest you have a vacuum version connected to the engine crankcase, and then also use an electric version for take-off additional power. You should be able to check the air vent to the fuel tank. Should show a positive open and closed position. hope this helps. great to see another affordaplane getting up to spec. I have a Flying Flea Bifly tandem wing, similar spec. G-POUX All the best Gpx.

[@johnmuffy2848]

Tail wheel, Hock puck with the center drilled out. I used to do that in my 2-33E.

[@johnbell6114]

Did you rig up a carb(s) heater? I remember your engine cutout video mentioning possible carb icing at 1700 ft elevation? Seems too low for icing, but your more familiar with your area. Houston is near sea level and humid, right? I'm in AZ at 4633' elevation, probably quite a bit higher than Houston, TX down near the Gulf of Mexico or some body of water. Love your videos, trying to get my own place and build my affordaplane, have plans, will utilize your store and aircraft spruce, got a catalog. Your store is online only? Your engine out landing looked a little scary and it sure beat up your landing gear, but a tree collision would a been much worse. Thanks for your videos, Terry, John Bell from Sierra Vista AZ.

[@MsBigdawg73]

nice job. all the washers I've seen are always the size of the grommet.

[@joebob7344]

Very sanitary build? You may want to run your wire inside of a wire jacket to protect them from vibration. It may be wise to rethink the way the wires are connected to the various components as they could vibrate off.

[@alfredoreyesvaldez7401]

I LIKE MORE WITH THE LEVER IN THE MIDDLE SEES MORE TRADITIONAL

[@demusch]

Great project, and nice workmanship. Keep an eye on that exhaust, looks like it might need an additional bracket.

[@affordaplanestore]

Yes, It is still in build stage and muffler is not even bolted down yet, just on for reference.

[@577buttfan]

Nice ho made plane bro!!!

[@theperson7718]

I would say if you have to ask there to small lol. but no. To error on the side of caution I would go to home depot or lows and get some washers that are close to the size of the rubber bushing but that's just me, you can do what you want. Good luck. 🙂

[@robertmead5010]

Beautiful build amigo!! I am currently building an Affordaplane (likely to use a Rotax 503 DCDI,but?)...I am a retired Airline A&P,I.A. and love dinking around with this stuff. You are likely aware of the FAA ,USDOT publication AC 43-13-1b and AC43-13-2b...if not, they can be purchased on ebay for $10-15. MONEY WELL SPENT, if you are not an A&P. It encompasses inspection,repair,and alterations of certified aircraft. Kind of a "bible" on what to do. love the sidestick(which is what I will use as well) My biggest deviation will be ZERO electrics except for that which is required for engine operations. Your "mock-up" phase is going great. I will not be going for the seat-side throttle, but instead will opt for a frictionlock ,left-side dash mount. less distance,less weight,and one less thing to screw-up when I slide my fat carcass in!! Where did you get your wing attach bracketts? what kind are they?.....great build....bob

[@affordaplanestore]

Bob I can not recall exactly, but I believe I picked them up at lockwood_aviation and had to call as I did not find them online.

[@francescorizzi5293]

Great job Terry! Can you please give us some more details about your nice seat? Thanks!

[@affordaplanestore]

Bass boat seat purchased at Bass pro shop

[@johncartelli]

yrs ago i bought the plans, then decided to at least first take a ride in a plane. small cessna paid for a local trip around a small airport. the ride screwed my equilibrium for a week, decide no planes for me. i switched to rc planes and helicopters.

[@ussling]

Thread lock, lock washers, and nynuts (military's nylon locking nut) on the prop mounting bolts are fine, with a minimum of three threads showing above the nuts, but SAFETY WIRE THE BOLT HEADS! You will not be sorry.

[@bradfigiel2203]

Great video and awesome detail and craftsmanship. I just ordered my plans so will be following you close. Do you plan on using a laptop belt or 4/5 point harness for safety belt?

[@affordaplanestore]

5 point harness

[@ikay2102]

Love you gas tank !! Would you mind share info on part number for it? I'm working on 2 projects that could use this gas tank. Thanks

[@Raventumble1]

Hello Terry. Really good job! Did you fly now? What kind of Hirth engine is that? A 2704? Greetings from Germany

[@jbl7092]

At 4:52 in the video, you show some plastic spacers in the fuselage. Just wondering where you got those. Also, any info on the spring steel for the tailwheel would be appreciated. Thanks for the videos. PS Just give the cats some toys and they'll stay off the plane, lol.

[@robertmead5010]

Terry....I just finished your video....I worked for Continental @ Bush,and grew up in Houston!! Now in Idaho(dont miss ANYTHING about Houston,except the mexican food!)

[@XSspeeds]

Nice build. Where is the safety wire though? I've built race bikes for years and safety wire is a must, would think it's even more important on an airplane. The washers on the the grommets should be large enough to not pass through the hole the grommet is set in. I would consider that a safety concern during a crash so the engine can not pull off the mount. I would use circuit breakers instead of fuses. Then you could at least reset it in hopes it was just a spike that tripped it. As far as the wiring goes, a good tight mechanical connection is best. That means, a quality set of crimpers and connectors without those plastic covers. (they look so tacky too) They don't let you inspect your crimp. Shrink tubing should be used instead to cover after you are happy with the crimp, and it should be long enough to support the wire to connection joint. Failure usually happen at the point where there is no insulation on the wire at the connection. Due to movement and vibration. Solder can be used but keep it from whicking up the wire much. If it goes up the wire it creates another point that can break. Keep the solder well within the length of shrink tubing and it should be good. Best of luck with it.

[@AzTrailRider57]

Hey thanks for posting. Can you please tell us more about the EFIS app you're planning on using and on what device? I'm taking lessons in an Aeronca Chanp. I tried out Aircraft Cockpit on a Galaxy S5. It seems the vibration confused the gyros which made the slip ball and the artificial horizon go bonkers. The compass, altimeter, VSI and Ground speed indicator worked well though. THANKS

[@affordaplanestore]

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[@AzTrailRider57]

Thanks Terry

[@danielledykgraaf6483]

use double bolted cable guides...one of them loose looks like a screen door catch to me.

[@007380]

Where do you keep your plane. I live north of Houston and I would like to see one already built.

[@affordaplanestore]

Small airpark near Pearland LVJ.

[@postopia1992]

Do you have the other videos posted up that you mention in the video? Can't seem to find them on your channel. I'd love to see the build from the start

[@affordaplanestore]

I have an album titled affordaplane plane build on my Facebook account. Facebook.com/terryadair.75

[@postopia1992]

Terry Adair darn it. I don't have Facebook. Thanks anyways.

[@affordaplanestore]

Did not start posting on you tube until later in on the build, you can see more pics on my face book page. facebook.com/terry.adair.75/media_set?set=a.10204672798773833&type=3

[@StansWorld]

looks nice but not sure about the hirth.

[@amyreaves277]

Weld that nut 🥜 on the mount screw on the engine base

[@edwardwerthner7717]

Floats ??? Consideration

[@danielledykgraaf6483]

Safety wire everything you can. Ask a crotch rocket motorcycle rider for examples...or better yet go to a track. When you are off the ground a loose nut can kill.

[@popatpomne9601]

रियल एरोप्लेन कैसे तैयार करते है|

[@joepiet]

Gas tank cap vented?

[@amyreaves277]

Soder or it’s vibrating lose at 3000

[@altafrathod.thangadh3695]

How much total cost

[@affordaplanestore]

About 8-10K

[@acepilot0073]

If you research continental o-200 engine mount you gonna see what I mean

[@silverdrillpickle7596]

Add some vibration isolation to the Otter Box mount and thank me later. How about a PROPER wiring harness!! Wtf

[@affordaplanestore]

Thanks for your advice, you will find these taken care of in my more recent videos.

[@acepilot0073]

Spruce PN: 530741

[@regdor8187]

You Really do not want "spade Terminals" in your electrical system......

[@clayvillanueva326]

Just throw it the air felter usedless cause additional weight...weakminded

[@amyreaves277]

Dub rule pump rule gas ⛽️ fail x2