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[@ericmc350]

I don’t even fly or own a aircraft, I’m not really even into airplanes, I’m just here to to get a energy boost from watching Mike, that dude has more energy and enthusiasm than 10 people put together. Love the videos 👍🏼

[@williamandrews1683]

Absolutely! Even without the financial wealth, this guy is rich. I'm 44 with a messed up back that keeps me from working. I love cars and seeing Mike motivates me to push through the pain to go mess with my 280z project as my wife's money permits.

[@no0channel0at0all]

William Andrews you could make a lot of money online with just a computer and some willingness.

[@dirkboogaard1680]

Eric Mc I am in the same boat as you. They are some fun videos to watch. Thank you Mike.

[@williamandrews1683]

@@no0channel0at0all Oh I'm willing, just don't know how.

[@nevillecreativitymentor]

"10 people ...oh really ... rubbish ... its more like a 100!" (you must say it with typical dick head English accent ... it sounded hilarious in my head ...so there)

[@YSALF]

I have been going through a difficult personal time and I have found inspiration and strength by watching Draco's story again, which in some way represents us all. Excellent contribution from Mike that transcends aviation to penetrate the values ​​that underpin our respective stories and I hope one day someone will turn this into a good book and a good movie.

[@LaVaProductions]

So happy to see the shine in Mike’s eyes while introducing Draco 2. Such an inspiration.

[@trevorwise6039]

So I’m currently going to A&P school and every time I watch your videos I recognize something I’ve learned about, for example I’ve worked with composite and micro balloons and it’s cool to see them being used. I’m done with the airframe side and now on to power plant and hearing you talk about oil temp because of viscosities and cooling, well shit I just learned that last week! I also have a love for off road and swing king shocks being used on your long travel tail wheel is so cool! Keep up the killer content and never stop rambling cause I’m always pulling something away from your videos.

[@oof9077]

*Mike Patey shows a new wilga* Everyone liked that

[@MrJaiimez]

Keeping the Wilga market in business single handedly.

[@ctsteve1967]

@@MrJaiimez 23 left you only have to buy 22 more Mike and you will own the entire fleet. you can do it you can do it

[@STONEDARTphotos]

In the mid 60's I clipped the wings on a Tayloycraft and added a O-200, really thought that I had done something but man you are killing it. Love the channel.

[@gibsonrocks13579]

Whenever I feel stupid I watch Mike’s videos and I feel WAY more stupid! Good God this guy is a legitimate mad scientist 🤘🏼🤯

[@photogp8021]

LOL! I so agree!

[@ChuckTruitt]

Good, so it's not just me...

[@blsully]

@@ChuckTruitt Absolutely not just you. This guy has the ultimate combination of mind-bending intelligence, mad scientist ingenuity, and the fabrication skills to make it all reality. Blows my mind how that all fits in one guy....

[@oltimer5544]

There's genius, dumb, and dumber. That is, Mike; most of us watching his vlogs; and ME.

[@kurtgain2978]

Congrats on the new Wilga, and thanks for the education on oil temp and engine moisture, great explanation!

[@jonathancallender8185]

I just can’t get enough of Mike’s infectious motivation!

[@evil_me]

Could use a thermostatic oil bypass valve like we use on racecars. Basically bypasses the cooler as needed to maintain oil temperature!

[@johnlousma8120]

Great idea … worth some thought . Maybe even a bypass over-ride switch for pilot to use if there is a suspected oil leak in plumbing or coolers. ?

[@kevinz8867]

That's what I was thinking, but then I remember this is Mike Patey... hahaha

[@evil_me]

@@kevinz8867 he has a little advantage with scrappy as she's not going to fly long distance all the time (from my understanding) but I am in the process of designing my experimental and we plan to fly upwards of 1600 mile trips so I am going with the most simple and safe way with redundancy lol

[@dan6778]

I was thinking the same thing. My crappy home built race car had a thermostat on the additional oil cooler. I wonder if a thermostat reduces flow significantly, therefore not suitable for his high HP application?

[@thomasaltruda]

Most aircraft already have one, called a vernatherm. But they still seem to let oil flow to the cooler a little in my experience. Putting a door on the oil cooler is best, and it may allow the cooler to get warm enough so oil doesn’t congeal in the cooler on cold days. Maybe he could put an automatic function on the servo motor, then it can adjust itself without him trying to chase it!

[@dhyde9207]

Applying for a job at the Nevada Skunkworks: "So, education?" ... ... "Well I graduated from Patey Aeronautical University on KZbin." ... ... "Hired".

[@nevillecreativitymentor]

ANYDAY

[@ctsteve1967]

Just have Mike hire you like he does everyone else he hires.

[@torbendjerf]

Sitting here this Afternoon watching you..made me realize you are the only Human in my 52 yrs in Polymer, CNT ,Nano and Lately Graphene Composites that can Dream it,draw it, and just get R-Done..without talking bout it forever..What a Gift..Patey School of Get R-Done and back to Work which is what the Planet Needs..T

[@williamelkins1613]

After loosing Neil Peart last week, I needed a pick me up. Mike, you've made my year so far. Bless you. Let's get to work.

[@jefferyg3504]

When the panel video drops, I'd love to see some in-depth footage about the construction and wiring! Probably one of the most intricate pieces

[@mvonsmallhausen3221]

Okay, when I saw the second Wilga I might have peed a little.

[@bloodmoongrizzlythefirst6492]

no might here i did lol

[@shaunmilor]

@@bloodmoongrizzlythefirst6492 was just about to say that too haha so excited

[@shanecateriny4359]

Same here, I even screamed across the house to tell my wife and kids about it.

[@divebobber]

Ha ha, now THAT'S funny.

[@meetim2931]

My jaw hit the floor.

[@philconey11]

Mike, Your message after showing the new Wilga brought me to tears. I cannot stress enough how important that message of family and loved ones is. I lost my sister this Christmas, and with losing her I've encountered many regrets and a lot of grief that I don't know quite how to handle. Don't ever take life for granted. Say what you need to say to those around you. Don't leave any words unspoken. Thanks so much for your amazing energy and your inspirational dedication and drive. It really does help others more than I think you'll ever know. Keep being awesome. Now get back to work.

[@Ken-rk3by]

I thought you had the first and last one built, what number is this one? I just knew you wouldn't put DRACO down for good and I can't wait to see what you do this time !!!

[@Archer1182]

My wife is looking at me like I just went nuts because I just said hell ya out loud. So good to see your excitement. Good luck and can’t wait to see the build!

[@ericgoldstein4734]

Mike, I always laugh when I watch these videos; I don’t know where you get the energy. But, I’m blown away by your ingenuity, skill and stick-to-itiveness. Happy for you about Draco 2 and even happier that you all made it through that. I look forward to more videos. Eric

[@danwilkes3818]

@Mike, I was one day from making a video titled "Mike Patey is MISSING"! SO HAPPY to have an update and to see DRACO. I cannot wait to see what you are going to do with DRACO 2.0!!

[@TchockozzoPauloFigueiredo]

Hi Mike my name is Paulo Figueiredo, i'm from Brazil, but i live in California for about 13 years...i love your videos, and you bring a lot inspiration every video to push our self be better person, better professional, better friend, and a lot more confident to follow our dreams and make it thru.... Thank you very much...and now! Let back to work! I cant wait to see Drako2 building videos... Im a big fan of your and of your passion "Aviation". I hope see you on day, to shake your hand and say thank you personally.

[@TodayIFoundOut]

In addition to a little manual control, why not add a little micro-controller and a temperature sensor and have the oil cooling adjusted automatically? Would be very little and simple code and weighs almost nothing. :-) If that system ever failed, you could fall back to your manual control, but otherwise you'd never need worry about it. One less thing to think about when flying. :-) -Daven

[@driftlow2426]

I love the talking... Always impressed and amazed by your broad knowledge base. The talk explains things for those like myself that are less knowledgeable in these fields. Thank you

[@ajtuck120]

I love watching your videos, and I love the scrappy build. I cannot wait to see the start of Draco 2, and I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE SCRAPPY AT OSHKOSH!!!

[@F1fan007]

I always get that feeling of “oh crud, it’s almost over” when the video timer hits the T-minus 5 minute mark. Seeing the new Draco was a total and excellent surprise!! Can’t wait to watch those videos too!

[@jethro1066]

you know it doesn't matter what it is, but seeing people pumped and passionate about their project is infectious. you made my day Mr Mike.

[@dennisbailey4296]

Good for you to start again putting Draco back together. And getting things organized. It's great to see you enthusiastic about that build again. It's going to be a great New Year.

[@larryweller7948]

I am happy to see you smiling with much enthusíasm about your build and the new Draco.

[@EvanJonesProjects]

Mike's attention to detail is amazing! It's incredible how fast scrappy is coming together when there are so many small, time consuming parts that are fabricated from scratch. It's hard to comprehend how much time it must have taken to get it to this point.

[@Zany4God]

You are such a dear man, Mike. I can sense your emotion as you talk about your love and passion for Draco, your baby. It makes complete sense to me that you still feel wounded by the accident. Time. It will take some time, but that only shows how much you were really into that bird. I love your enthusiasm and your energy. You are a gifted man and others will always be drawn to you.

[@smalljetpilot]

Awesome!!!

[@GalenCurrah]

Welcome back. We have missed (1) Scrappy and (2) you. Seriously, yours are like training videos for us excitables.

[@jeffwelch900]

AWESOME X-2

[@alanbromfield1387]

Draco II - Oh yes! Stoked. Bigger and better. Can’t wait to see the details and progress.

[@yankeecaptain6626]

I thoroughly enjoy your technological explanations. and ideas thanks Yankee

[@richardtruesdell8289]

Your excitement for life is crazy, you are the most down to earth guy I've ever followed on you tube. I couldn't carbon fiber a coffee cup, you're FULL of talent.

[@agkask8805]

Mike first off, congratulations on finding a future for Draco! Thank you for all the fantastic content and for your amazing way of explaining the technical challenges with the build on Scrappy. You are such an inspiration for me and I am now going to be very tired for the 05.00 wakeup call ;) Back to work!

[@garycarrington4896]

It is so great to see the enthusiasm again in your face. You are like a volcano of energy and excitement. It starts my year off looking with much anticipation with the thought of you fine tuning Scrappy and starting on your new white blank canvas. Many hours of education and enjoyment for me. Blessings my brother.

[@robertferrell2721]

You are a prime example of an “ inspiration “!! Thank you so much for ALL of your tutorials!👌👍💪🏻 “Back to work”🤣🤣🤣

[@Russellsperry]

Thank you for making something that is incredibly complex seems so simple. I believe that it gives people hope that they can do anything. I’ve tried to do things like that, but I was barely successful on a small scale. Hot rods, racing cars, etc. I’m trying to do everything I can to get a plane, and I sure appreciate your inspiration.

[@Huskiedrive361]

Love the new Wilga, what a Christmas present! Really enjoy the detail of your building custom carbon fiber parts. Learning something new in every video. Great job Mike!

[@thomashall4501]

Cory just gave me a front seat ride in ghost! miss flying with you. also need more scrappy build time. your engineering skills are amazing.

[@brockstravels7586]

Love the way you explain what you are doing,and the reason why. Even us Ozzies can understand the processes. Excellent work as usual

[@guyward5137]

Sure can tell Mike loves his hobby of building his one off airplanes he always has a grin on his face even when covered with dust and blood running off his nose So great to see a person happy with everything he has in life and happy to share it with all his KZbin friends. GW

[@jublejones9983]

This is some of the greatest content ever... thank you for your efforts and sharing your knowledge and experience. Seriously cool

[@cleeshann1928]

Thanks Mike! No your not talking too much! I learn from you about aviation builds each time I watch and listen to you. Must be nice to get a new canvas. I'm working and dreaming for my first. Thanks for sharing!

[@winstonzeb2842]

NOO WAYY!! Very excited for you and your new plane! I'm working my ass off so I can have a workshop like yours! Cheers :)

[@emanuelecacciatore4274]

Mike can explain everything's, from the simplest to the most complicated in an incredible easy and clear way. You're better than my former engineering professors. I respect you in a way you can't even imagine; you are a man to be inspired by. Enthusiastic and passionate about his work. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@r08800]

P-38 style scoops...gotta love that.

[@erikpalmer354]

I know I’m late but u just hope you know how happy these videos make me, your energy and excitement make me so happy and to see that you’re rebuilding Draco makes my heart even happier. There is nothing more that i look forward in my day than watching you build airplanes. I admire you so much please keep it up!!

[@BellyUpFishGarage]

If there is a guy on this planet who is living the dream, it's Mike Patey..

[@ctsteve1967]

yes he is

[@tinytruckers]

You mentioned a full time job,what do you dog or a living if you don’t mind being asked? Can’t wait to see scrappy done!!! She gonna be siiiiiick!!

[@Coldasjones]

Few weeks ago heard a wilga was registered under you. You ain’t catching ME by surprise 😉

[@josiatokirina1788]

Glued to the screen, and no you don't talk too much. Thank you as always for sharing your passion and amazing creative work!

[@basebilljr07]

Man your energy and work ethic is on another level!!! I wish some of my coworkers would take notes. Love the videos!!!

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

Mike I'm excited for your next presentation! Can't wait to see if fly. I left Reno on my Harley, that infamous Monday morning, and was taking refuge from the torrential storm at a truck stop on 80 when you crashed DRACO. All VW air cooled (bug) engines came with thermostat controlled cooling. Fuel washed cylinder walls, plus built-up condensation from running too cool. Thanks for the detail on your oil cooler system.

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

Oh my god. I can say I’ve touched KT !!!! the new draco X. I was told it had a new owner had no idea it was you !!

[@planboutfitters3099]

you are now a better man for having touched one of this gods possessions. go forth and be better than most now great one.

[@jaycweingardt11]

Inspiring AF, I love the high power light weight precision of this project, just a wild machine coming to life. Cant wait for Draco, but I want Scrappy first.

[@brycekidd8999]

When I saw the second Wilga, I did a “let’s get back to work” fist

[@danielbrooks1845]

Ha, me too!

[@couchfighter]

Me to. I do that all the time now!

[@Rick_Dunaway]

Mike that’s awesome! Congrats brother we all enjoy watching the creator come to life through you! A worthy vessel indeed! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@Dcassimatis]

I'm learning a lot....you have 4 dimension perspective to any build...great stuff.

[@CJLeTeff]

Mike, glad to see you’re, ‘Back to work’! Thought we were going to have to file a missing persons report! 👍👍

[@Skyworks360]

So proud of you! And love how you bounce back from such a great loss. Keep up the great work and videos.

[@ashtonkassens5171]

Bro I’m so freaking happy for you! I’m so glad to see you got another Wilga and I absolutely can’t wait to see the rebirth of Draco!

[@jeffslaven]

While we are all enjoying the Scrappy build, you have made all of the hard-core Draco fans incredibly happy! Your tenacity is second to none Mike, and your cheer-leader section is huge! Please try to post far more often!

[@tryonco]

You’re enthusiasm made my day.... and I’ll go hug everyone I love! Thanks Mike!

[@JohnDoe-we9yk]

The RISE of DRACO II.........coming soon to a theater near you.

[@caryreed1563]

Wow! you are an amazing person. I would love to see a "day in the life of Mike Patey" video

[@aerospot2]

I found you through Draco and quickly followed. I've been building med scale RC from scratch for 30 years so... I love your analytical, engineering mind and ability to express the dynamic issues about your build. And supported with a shop necessary for the endeavor is fantastic. I see Draco as your child, ie conceived and achieved through your vision. There was never a doubt you would revisit and pursue the phoenix. Scrappy is good therapy, and I see you putting your all into it. Following, I am anticipating future updates, and ultimate testing and performance of Scrappy! Tally Ho! Back to work...

[@johnbflores]

Seriously love watching your journey! Love the way you are breaking down your decisions!

[@bgd73]

quite skilled. Oil temp is serious subject. I worked with old military jets in very cold. Even they warmed up for a very long time. Beyond vapor is creating tolerance for the lubricity layer and dialing in concentric...and ease of use. throttle etc. Awesome project

[@james-williambraithwaite1095]

Best build instructor I’ve ever had the pleasure to watch‼️‼️‼️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@michaeltussey9513]

Mike is so inspirational! I am not a pilot but so wish I was while watching! Vicariously living through Mike is fun and addictive! Thank you man!

[@twinturbotaj]

Mike you rock, have you ever considered an oil thermostat vs the variable air restriction? I'm a car/M-bike mechanic and I'm just considering for the first time.. yeah a restriction on the oil system like a standard coolant thermostat spring increases pressures in the rest of the system don't want that.. an effective oil thermostat would be some sort of diverter valve BYPASSING the oil cooler and right back into the engine when the temps are low, controlled by temp switches.. or a more advanced system by Arduino and electronic valves (probably don't prefer that on aircraft). Anyway keep it up brotha!

[@kentbullard6917]

Big congratulations on the new Wilga project. I know you won't disappoint us and an looking forward to seeing the finished product. Also always enjoy the ongoing projects.

[@BenKickert]

Awesome to see the new canvas. I can only imagine how lessons learned on Draco will improve the sequel.

[@KevinJones-pj8kx]

Your enthusiasm and energy are intense. I have missed your videos but you made up for the break with this one. Looking forward to more progress on scrappy and waiting for the rebirth of Draco. So happy to know you have the blank canvas to rebuild Draco. That was a shock. I knew there was a limited number of airframes built so I was amazed to see you came up with another one. I can hardly wait for more.

[@johnrutkowski9005]

For the oil cooling, you could even automate the process with PID control. You could have it where you set a temperature you want to be at and it could actuate the flaps to different degrees automatically. You could have a switch to turn it on so that it doesn't close the flaps when cold starting too

[@timg60]

John Rutkowski I was thinking along the same lines but, either way really, you’d have to come up with some sort of redundancy. I’d hate to see the oil cook and take out a very expensive engine...

[@BernieDiaz]

Best news... Draco is coming back to life... bigger, better, etc. A true legend of aviation.

[@christophersimpson7039]

I'm really enjoying the Scrappy build series. I can't wait to see the finished result. One minor correction though: the vertical stabilizer on a commercial airliner is sized based on engine-out conditions, not by its cruise airspeed. Consider the thrust differential if one engine on a 777 fails on takeoff (i.e. max thrust, relatively low speed). The yawing moment would be enormous. The vertical stabilizer must still maintain stability.

[@nemo227]

Is Mike a irrepressible optimist? I'm sure we all feel better when we click on one of his videos. Except when he broke Draco and thousands of hearts were broken. But we're all healing and looking forward as he works on the next project(s).

[@garrygraves8691]

From start to finish...Loved the video!...Seeing the fresh start to Draco was a great opening, but the details you gave for the air intakes were perfect for someone like me that can't build anything, so thank you for a fun, informative video!

[@anonymxs._7570]

You're a genius. Like Howard Hughes, but better.

[@yota4x405]

I love how genuinely happy Mike always looks (and more than likely is). He’s an inspiration to me for sure.

[@vh4504]

Scoop remind of scoops on a P38 lightning.

[@johngreat265]

Mike, you blow my mind every time I watch you build something. The amount of knowledge you have accumulated is amazing.

[@joeldill796]

I've been waiting like a crack addict for some more videos this made my day ....

[@mcminimethec]

Those air scoops for the oil coolers are beautiful! I like how you bonded the inside of the part to the fuse. Very smart!

[@aircampilot8025]

amazing so glad this man and wife survived Draco incredible knowledge of aircraft and building inspiring to watch ever video you make

[@ridebecauseucan1944]

Alway look forward to your videos. So much energy and can do attitude. Can’t wait to see how the new plane turns out and that Draco will live again is awesome !

[@mikecook2474]

Can’t wait to share your build. Your depth of knowledge, enthusiasm and energy levels are mind boggling!!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

[@tomcoryell]

My motto: “If you haven’t bled on them, you haven’t worked on them!” I nearly blacked both my eyes one time when my LED headlamp slipped out of my hands while removing it. Mike,Please come to the AOPA fly-in in Casper WY in June.

[@dburton7929]

Mike, it is great to see what you have been up to, you are such an inspiration to me, and I’m sure many others around the world. As one who has been actively involved in aviation since the mid 60s, I have never encountered anyone with energy and passion you have shared with us all. Thanks, and may God continue to bless you and your wonderful family, thanks again !

[@williamdistel2661]

Man, I love watching your videos. It makes me want to build things.

[@michaelwigley8856]

I've never been into aviation until I saw draco and started watching you build. Great stuff love your videos

[@tik-tac-toe7864]

I enjoy your enthusiasm! Makes me smile!👍

[@johnwebber3943]

Hi, Mike. Thanks for the update on the situation of Draco, and revealing the new white canvas DracoX. We look forward to your new Draco build, and the continued building of Scrappy. Question: Wouldn't it be more efficient to move the oil coolers up front by the new large cowl flap to eliminate the extra weight of oil to keep the oil coolers full and functioning at optimum flow? I've learn so much from your channel about building and renovating aircraft. Thanks again for all of your efforts to produce the videos and sharing with us.

[@planeman1428]

He was going for weight in the back for CG

[@isbcornbinder]

I learned so much from this video. Most everything we learn has an application beyond the first intended use. Thankyou,

[@davidregan9872]

This is really cool to watch being built! Cant wait what color, and what it looks like when finished!

[@aaronunterseher1627]

I'd love to intern with Mike for a summer... The wealth of knowledge a guy could learn would be priceless in and of itself

[@johnparkman8150]

@glockumollie Ah yep...see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJfGpYp3pKmLrNU So sad...watch those crosswinds Mike!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johnparkman8150]

yes he did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJfGpYp3pKmLrNU Please watch those crosswinds Mike!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@RevMarket]

glockumollie Yes! Watch the video?

[@RPPerry1984]

I'm late to the show, God I'm so happy to see that white Wilga and see how much Mike's done disassembling. Loving the Scrappy build, Mike's the M-A-N!

[@grimdrown7293]

love how you anticipate issues and find soultions ! it inspires me I build custom motorcycles and you make me better thanks