Luscombe 8a - Restoration Complete!

The airplane is finally done! It turned out beautiful and now has a new owner!
Check out flyinwithbrian • Episode 03, Taylorcraf...

[@tjladventures6841]

Just started watching your show as I just got out of basic training for the military. I joined to eventually get ppl and get my own plane. With your videos and multiple others they help me keep my eyes on the prize and keep saving for the end.

[@99GTsleeper]

Man man man!!!!! Seriously, what a beautiful bird. FlyinWithBrian took the words right outta my mouth. GREAT JOB buddy! Can’t wait to see her in the air.

[@MattMorris481]

Very nice! An older guy I knew when I was like 13 had one of these I think it was a 47 or 48 with the metal wings.

[@captlarry-3525]

Learned to fly in '46 8A and did a lot of restoration while I did ( early 70's) It is still flying N1579K.

[@Spot_the_dog]

Beautiful looking bird.

[@flyinwithbrian9753]

Just gorgeous man! You turned that thing into a jewel! Can't wait to see it in the air.... and thanks so much for the plug! Great talking with you today!

[@brucemcafee6293]

What a nice job you did!

[@19211926]

Where did you go. I was looking for that test flight.

[@scottolson4890]

Kampot peppers are great! I've had them when work took me to Cambodia for many years...

[@DeanCully]

Some items to pass on to the new owner: I've had the good fortune for the past decade to have an A/I with Luscombe expertise for my own 1947 8E here in Anchorage. One of the things I've learned is that the lower cowling opening was designed with a deflector lip much more substantial than the one I see on this airplane. It's not uncommon for changes like this to happen over the years when repaired, etc. That lip helps to create lower pressure for more efficient down-draft cooling of the engine (especially during long climbs and ground ops) and hence, a healthier engine over time. The specification can be obtained from Doug Combes at the Luscombe Foundation/Classic Aero LLC. It's about 2" wide and angled approximately 45 degrees, and can be fabricated and riveted on to the existing cowl. That's the case for my C-85 installation, at least. Maybe the C-65 doesn't require it, in which case, probably less drag. That lower opening should also be checked for correct measurements, too. Also, if/when the windshield is replaced, it should be fitted so as not to bulge forward of the wing leading edge, as I saw in the videos. Someday I'll refit mine to match the original drawings and old photographs showing the windshield flush with the leading edges, which I'm assured will noticeably decrease drag, increasing overall performance.

[@dr.charlescunico7376]

Dara for the win!

[@doranjaffas9645]

I don't know how you can sell these airplanes when you finish them. I would have to have massively big hangers!

[@swimbikeruntoday]

Do you recall what you attached the shoulder harnesses to? I see how they cut through the fuel tank cover. I have an 8A I'm trying to outfit with shoulder harnesses.

[@scotabot7826]

How long have you had your A&P license? You do this full time?

[@tallishyeti2756]

To be continued?

[@19211926]

I thought you were going to test fly it?

[@mikemonce1405]

So no flight...?????????????

[@captlarry-3525]

When a guy says he has "restored" an airplane, and turns around and says he didn't know how the fuel valve works.. and doesn't know the difference between a circuit breaker and and a fuse.... I really start getting the willies. Then I see two dissimilar metals copper and aluminum together where the fuel gauge on the tank is... an aircoupe guage in the luscombe panel...and a lot of sprayed over corrosion and cobby crap, together with a lot of added weight...and I gotta say this is no restoration... this is just a spray can overhaul, which aint a compliment