a sign of great intelligence is the ability to explain complex theories and ideas in a manner than anyone can understand, that is the first thing that drew me to watching your show and also the attention to detail and work you put into what you do is inspirational
@randyvanvliet2264 жыл бұрын
3 people influenced me to want to learn to fly, at 61 years old. Trent, Cory and Mike. Bought my RV-12, going to get flying lessons in my own plane, once it gets ferried back to me. It's the places you go, and how beautiful they look from above, in the air. That's what makes me want to get my license. It's my start.
@lessharratt87194 жыл бұрын
I wish you the best of luck. I'm a little jelouse.
@philbox45664 жыл бұрын
Best mum and dad ever having allowed their kids to develop and follow their own interests. Tools and materials plus adventures from when they are very young doth create resilient and creative adults. Well done Mike on your youngest. He's going to be a fantastically successful adult. We definitely need more of that in this world.
@calebpool98184 жыл бұрын
Your proud dad moment with Dex was really special to see! Incredible work, and even better on you, Mike, for sharing your progress and thought process with us. Clever pun "turning into" at 12:25 !
@calebpool98184 жыл бұрын
Similar, even more likely to be deliberate, pun: "bear with me" @ 13:32
@jackdotzman29084 жыл бұрын
The enthusiasm to build this airplane is contagious, sets a person on fire to do something constructive, give me a hammer so I can get started doing anything. Beautiful videos. From Missouri, where we build Super Bowl Winners.
@johnnyboythepilot40984 жыл бұрын
Indeed! He's literally inspired me to make my own design that I recently started on. We definitely need more of his optimism and enthusiasm in this world, especially in these times. I just can't get enough of how positive the dude is.
@PistonAvatarGuy4 жыл бұрын
'...give me a hammer so I can get started doing anything." - People like Patey don't understand this concept, he basically won the lottery and thinks that anyone can be successful in the same way that he was.
@samuelsmith48134 жыл бұрын
@@PistonAvatarGuy he obviously works his @$$ off and settles for nothing less than his visionary mind demands- because he knows he can! Confidence of a lion with strength of a bear! A great hearted capitalist who takes time to help needy folks who can't help themselves. A great American Patriot!
@patrickdavey96924 жыл бұрын
Can never get enough of your videos. As a medically grounded Ultralight pilot/1980's manufacturer, I get to live vicariously through you. So thank you very much. I also do my own designs and print all kinds of things on my 3D printer. Even printing parts to build a BIGGER printer. Keep it comming!
@leeadams59414 жыл бұрын
The enthusiasm is definitely contagious, but what I love the best (I love it all) is the interaction with his son. I am a expat living in the Philippines, 72 years old with a six year old son. Most people would say that does not work, too much difference in age, but they would be wrong. My son helps me do everything from trimming the weeds to fixing the motorcycle, to cooking to washing the dishes, I never had that and am glad he does. Mike has been an example that I try to follow. Ive got over 50 years in aviation so I really enjoy everything on this channel but the greatest enjoyment I get is the example Mike sets in life, just in that he is giving the world a blessing.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. It’s wonderful what you’re doing with your son, he’s blessed to have a dad like you. 👍🏻👍🏻
@Will-W4 жыл бұрын
You are an insane man Mike. I'm glad you've decided to use your insanity for good and not evil, you would be a terrifying mad scientist. It's hilariously fantastic and we love your enthusiasm!
@da62owner864 жыл бұрын
Just a plug for the Best Tug. I needed a new tug for a new plane. I also wanted an auxiliary power supply for doing avionics updates. A Best Tug was more expensive than a normal gas powered tug, but the ability to act as an auxiliary power supply made it less than the cost of a gas tug and a power supply. Love my Best Tug (I have the Bravo). No oil. No gas. No pulling start cords. Moves my plane quickly and easily. No problem in Michigan winter. Appreciate Mike and Mark offering one in a contest. They have always been generous.
@tuur30264 жыл бұрын
You can find the remote one on alibaba.com for waay cheaper
@adzythepwcblokeinaustralia54674 жыл бұрын
You made my day Mike Patey , watching you craft this airplane from pure thought into a physical reality is a joy to behold .
@MrGaryGG484 жыл бұрын
I'd like to hear the comments from the guys who designed the original "Carbon Cub." They've got to be scratching their heads going, "... what the hell is he doing????" It's not nearly finished and it's already waaaaay beyond any other Carbon Cub on the planet! A lot of people are having a hard time maintaining patience waiting for the first flight.
@theDisasternauts4 жыл бұрын
I think this channel is one of the best ways to promote general aviation! I'm not a pilot or a mechanic or an engineer, but I love watching your project videos. I think you are on your way to 1m+ subs and I don't see why you couldn't become the biggest voice for GA on KZbin. Keep up the great work!
@colinwallace52864 жыл бұрын
Driving my wife crazy telling her about your videos, but she watched a couple and can see why I find them so entertaining. I’m not an aviation guy, but I AM a machine guy. I just love things that work and move. I got the aviation bug from my wife’s cousin, who built a plane in his garage (Murphy Rebel), then decided he wanted an upgrade and built himself an RV-8A. His Rebel got the tandem rudder pedal kit installed and became a flight trainer, a very noble occupation for a well-crafted home built. I just lived all of the interesting gear needed to put a plane together, all things I’d never seen before. I bucked a bunch of rivets in the RV’s main spar, so I guess I helped build a plane. In short, I get to live vicariously through KZbin. Thanks for what you do.😬
@thomaschilcott4 жыл бұрын
Few things can tear me away from a manned space launch. A new Mike Patey vid is one of them!
@jytheiowaguy18974 жыл бұрын
I can only assume Elon scheduled his event for later on today because he knew Mike had a new video coming out 😂
@jackdotzman29084 жыл бұрын
Beautifully said
@bigchungus26674 жыл бұрын
🙋🙋🙋🙋
@TreeLBollingTreeMan4 жыл бұрын
Same here for me!
@chiefof4 жыл бұрын
Launch scrubbed by bad weather. Now we can watch it tomorrow (??) and also watch this excellent Patey video.
@paulfaheyFineArt4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for your Extreme positivity and aliveness. "Let's Get Back to Work!" should be the motto for the country right now. Great work. Can't wait for your next!
@robbauter56254 жыл бұрын
I've got to say, this series is totally addictive. Mike the whole mad scientist thing is totally working for you, the more I watch, the more enthusiastic I get about getting back into flying, after having been away since 1992. Keep it going, I love it!
@terrallputnam79794 жыл бұрын
Rob, Get back into it if at all possible, That is what I am doing. I shopped around until I found a deal I could not pass up. I bought a 1961 Aircoupe that was sitting in a T-hangar, collecting dust, for less than $5,000.00. I drove over 1200 miles each way with a trailer and took the wings off and hauled it from South Texas to East Georgia. I am weeks from finishing it and my son has helped me rework everything. He is excited about flying as I am. Good luck and God bless!
@terrallputnam79794 жыл бұрын
OH, I have been out of flying since 1984 and I am 58. My son is 21 and my daughter is 14 and they both want to learn to fly. My wife eh, not so much. LOL
@f.dt.f39654 жыл бұрын
i KNOW what you mean my cubs been in tha hangar near 3 years....trailer house on runway waiting for the backhoe guy
@henningerhenningstone6914 жыл бұрын
It made me super happy to see how supportive you are to your children. You're a great father. You can be proud of them, and yourself.
@jozsefizsak4 жыл бұрын
The excitement of watching this unfold never diminishes.
@gregmcgee44302 жыл бұрын
Mike, I always wanted to fly in the military. As a USAF brat I watched F4s fly out of Elmendorf AB then I found out I can't tell the difference between red and green. My love over flight never waned. My first RC Model since 1989 is the Draco. I have almost one-hour full flight time. The 3D model acts up in ground air as the Full scale did. I LOVE IT! I didn't fly in 25mph winds in Ok. today.
@tommynikon22834 жыл бұрын
This is like watching Leonardo da Vinci INVENT something. Mike's a GENIUS.
@jackdotzman29084 жыл бұрын
No kidding
@Pedro5antos_4 жыл бұрын
Couldn't say it better! Awesome content and explanations
@Mike7478F4 жыл бұрын
I am envious. I'm missing out. But each have skills
@timskiff94224 жыл бұрын
Absolutely but very annoying, he drives me nuts!
@Gladius74 жыл бұрын
I have no clue what the fuck he is saying half the time, But Iam always amazed by him. I wish I had half his smarts.
@billrandell46414 жыл бұрын
Always look for your video's FIRST!!...absolutely love Scrappy and the journey you have allowed us to live with you!!..👍👍👍🇺🇸
@KnightDriveTV4 жыл бұрын
Most people struggle to do enough work to make videos consistently, Mike does so much work the video production can't keep up.....wtf man. I've been waiting for an update and that sneak peak looks JUICY!
@terrallputnam79794 жыл бұрын
Mike, I was very impressed with your son's drive and ingenuity. To take something worthless and broken, and fix it and sell it for a handsome profit. I have taught my son this with wrecked, and broken down cars, and now we are reworking the Aircoupe/Ercoupe together. He is learning how to fix aircraft just like I am. Very cool!
@patrickblissmusic4 жыл бұрын
Good lord the carbon fiber on that "sneak peek" is beautiful.
@francisschweitzer84314 жыл бұрын
Drool Worthy
@JimOHalloran4 жыл бұрын
That is one gorgeous part!
@mickmuzzmkmz16284 жыл бұрын
I know, I started salivating when I saw that! There might have even been some swelling in my crotch area!! 😮😄
@harleyarrants49934 жыл бұрын
Mark, Your videos are some of the few I cannot RESIST!!! Thank you soooo much for including all of us in the development and building of Scrappy!!! I can’t wait to see the results, and be assured, I, along with many thousands, (dare I say “millions”) of aviation enthusiasts are coming along for the ride!!! And what a ride it is!!! Thanks, Harley Arrants
@chuckinwyoming85264 жыл бұрын
When Mike posts a video that says "BACK TO WORK" it is time to drop what I am doing for a 1/2 hour and watch!!!
@LourensVideo4 жыл бұрын
Mike's "back to work" means "drop all work" for me.
@treychum4 жыл бұрын
You're living the American dream That may be really happy to see your son engaging and hard and technical work for a very achievable goal.
@gmcjetpilot4 жыл бұрын
I was feeling down and needed a pick me up.... Wait!? What is this? A Mike Patey Vid? Yes.... just what I needed. Back to work!
@patrickguidinger17974 жыл бұрын
Patey, you are inspirational - you are truly blessed with talent. We are all fortunate to live through your eyes.
@mikecrook84344 жыл бұрын
Your Scrappy "mini-series" is so fun to watch. I'm learning so much about interesting subjects that had never caught my interest (all of your videos do this for me). Thank You!
@patmancrowley85094 жыл бұрын
Mike, your enthusiasm is contagious! I am PUMPED and looking forward to the next installment! Peace be with you.
@travisk55894 жыл бұрын
Great to see your kid wrenching. Most kids/ young adults his age don't know how to change a tire.
@steveeckart63334 жыл бұрын
I’m a mechanical engineer with an RC plane / copter habit. Mike’s videos are Mind Candy!! Keep up the Design and Simulate segments. Love watching Virtual become Real Thanks for sharing your process.
@Tadrjbs4 жыл бұрын
The heck with Space-X, come on Mike.
@Gigglfritzz4 жыл бұрын
i am just keeping X on mute on another tab!
@do84724 жыл бұрын
Bingo
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
😂😂 You guys are awesome!!
@akay45004 жыл бұрын
No cloudy sky is gonna cancel Scrappy’s launch! 💪👌
@bernardc25534 жыл бұрын
It's 780 C.I.D. OF..IN Thrust We trust Mike.
@terrallputnam79794 жыл бұрын
I am always amazed at how much I learn by watching your videos. They are interesting and educational. Since I am restoring a 1961 Forney F1A Aircoupe, I love your energy and enthusiasm. You make GA seem fun and exciting! God bless and keep the content coming.
@Johnbobon4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see the next installments in this build series. Outstanding and inspirational work, Mike!
@catallaxy4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these amazing videos, Mike! I have no contact to aviation except through your enthusiasm and my childhood fascination with flight and airplanes. Love what you are doing and especially your passion.
@daedaluscan4 жыл бұрын
Just want to say how much I appreciate that you take the enormous amount of time to document this and share it with us. The years of learning you are sharing are amazing, and I actually think that one of the very best things about the the intergoogleweb is the availability of education. It relies on the quality of the content, and this is the best. I am sure you would rather be working on the plane, but this probably does more for GA than anything else I can think of. Thanks.
@Pedro5antos_4 жыл бұрын
Truth! The amount of knowledge he shares is out of this world
@AkPacerPilot4 жыл бұрын
He is a true inspiration!!!!
@josiatokirina17884 жыл бұрын
You said everything I wanted to say. Mike's enthusiasm for creating airplanes and flying is exciting and inspiring.
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@djlambert6254 жыл бұрын
Well put, I agree
@aerojune4 жыл бұрын
Every time Mike Patey has a new video ......... my world just stop and stand still :)
@richglenn37294 жыл бұрын
I recommend the Grip Lock Ties. They never leave a mark on her wrists.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Rich Glenn 😂😂😂
@shallowabyss5154 жыл бұрын
That being said, this comment is actually great - use of zip ties in BDSM is really frowned upon these days because if you get them too tight you cant get them off, and they cut off blood circulation (everyone got very angry when the 50 shades of grey movies used tons of zip ties in unsafe manners). The rubber lining would be nicer on your lady, but the main appeal is that i'm pretty sure Mike mentioned in a previous video that Grip Lock Ties can be undone/released, really mitigating the danger of over-tightening then not being able to cut them loose.
@mrpenn46134 жыл бұрын
That sneak peak of the carbon fiber was super tasty looking! As one of the viewers who has asked for more of the engineering: What you can share is appreciated. I for one, fully appreciate that sharing all of your engineering iterations would slow the project to a stop and require a decent sized video team to capture and edit all the footage. Keep sharing what you can. Another great video!
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! 🤠👍🏻
@mrpenn46134 жыл бұрын
@@MikePatey I know you have plenty of your own projects but you might be interested in this guys quest to build a clean sheet 1,200- 1,800-ish HP 60° V12. www.epi-eng.com/aircraft_engine_products/epi-v-12_engine.htm
@SirDigger4204 жыл бұрын
I say it again, somewhere in the Patey´s Family Tree Timeline are Pictures of the Energizer/Duracell Bunny and MacGuyver. I still wait for the swiming gear, at least you´re not into submarines... or scrappy will learn to dive in the water.
@tpespos4 жыл бұрын
Too soon dude.
@tpespos4 жыл бұрын
SHIT ... wrong year
@f.dt.f39654 жыл бұрын
what do ya think tundra tires are for.......lol.....next he'd build carbon fiber floats with built in foam coolers...hard to get 36's in as retractable wheels though.....be like foam lined wheel pants
@HarriR094 жыл бұрын
Best comment 😂😂
@alexcarrie45264 жыл бұрын
Well Mike I'm living in the Uk and I've only ever come across one man like you who's brain is working way ahead of what he is working on and building. I spent half of my working life working underwater where there was nothing ever built for what you needed. I used to surface sit down and have a beer with this guy and tell him the problem I had underwater. The next day I would come to work and he would say try this and he never let me down it would work. You could tell him a problem and he would think about it and sure it would be fixed the next day. Your in the same mold your brain is way ahead of what you are building the only difference is you have the ability and skill to do it yourself, wonderful to watch and I can't wait to see Scrappy built Good Luck.
@joasmolenaar43394 жыл бұрын
I hope more people find this channel, anyone who finds it and is remotely interested in engineering/fabrication will absolutely love this content!
@mickmuzzmkmz16284 жыл бұрын
I'm really enjoying this build. Watching all the brilliant design ideas going into this aircraft, and seeing them go from images on a screen, to a fully functioning, beautifully finished part, makes for great viewing. If I can find one negative, it would be that every time I watch one of these Scrappy vids, it makes me so anxious to see it all completed!😬 I can't wait!!😋 I'm torn between; "Make more awesome Scrappy build videos" and, "Hurry up and finish already, and go flying!"😜
@diothecreative864 жыл бұрын
Legends of Mike and his slightly transparent grey rectangle pet .
@BadJellyman1004 жыл бұрын
Its name is Reggie and it likes strawberries and the smell of avgas
@t.w.34 жыл бұрын
Love the in-depth explanation of stress simulation using affordable software. The work you and your brother do for G.A. is simply amazing. Keep up the good work, and stay safe. Greetings from Thor in Norway.
@markwagner71504 жыл бұрын
Best inspiring video during this down time for lots of people. Stay safe and strong.
@wwilliam504 жыл бұрын
I could watch your videos forever. They always end way too soon. Much thanks Mike.
@robertlafnear48654 жыл бұрын
A WOW Mike...... I thought Draco was IT,.... not any more, this will be outstanding . ...... BRAVO SIR ! and ... Do you have a time line for the Grand Public Showing ? I want/need some 8X10's for my office wall... made Oshkosh '18 just for Draco. THANK YOU for the Great Video.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@chrisbrowne89974 жыл бұрын
Geez Mike is there anything you can't do....I so enjoy your videos and forward too new ones so impressed with your attention to detail and safety scrappy will revolutionize back country flying the way Draco did scrappy is going to be off the hook can't wait.... Back to work
@ToddDunning4 жыл бұрын
Imagine if all Americans had Mike's attitude.
@mountainmikeoutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Many do. Especially in Spanish Fork.
@jimmyoverly35124 жыл бұрын
Luckily we have a great president PRESIDENT TRUMP with that attitude so that's a start. Blue lives matter! MAGA! Lock her up!
@scottwhitley33924 жыл бұрын
If the whole world had his attitude we’d be a galactic superpower by now
@ronnash38274 жыл бұрын
That sneak peak of the carbon fiber is awesome!!! I want my truck body made from that stuff. I’m learning some tricks here!
@walterweigert98404 жыл бұрын
P.S: It was a bitter/sweet sentation to see Draco in the back. Hopefully she can "kiss the clouds" some day soon. Cheers!
@billmccaffrey19774 жыл бұрын
Love your work and attitude. You've done a great job passing down your vision of scrappy - can't wait to see her finished.
@dtfuller19694 жыл бұрын
I was wondering when some one would convert their landing gear into a lifting surface, leave it to Mike to actually make it work.
@josiatokirina17884 жыл бұрын
Some old WWI biplanes had a small wing between its tires, but of course not as technically advanced as Mike's.
@theprojectproject014 жыл бұрын
The pre-war Bellancas used this concept in many of their models. There really is nothing new in aviation!
@dtfuller19694 жыл бұрын
I know old bi- plains had midwing between their wheels, but I we as thinking of wings on cabane style landing gear. Replace the "fabric".
@donparr49494 жыл бұрын
I'm excited about it too. Now, back to watching you get back to work. Love it all!
@rabuly774 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Spain! I am currently doing my bachelor´s thesis on buckling of aerospace structures. I am using Abaqus for the FEM simulations with way less elements than what you show for your landing gear around 7:20. I keep wondering: how many days do your simulations take to complete? Keep up the great content :)
@MaximEck964 жыл бұрын
Well if he is doing only static load deformation, even with huge meshes it might be quite straigthforward and not take ages but who knows, maybeMike did also built a custom made supercalculator during his free time :P He could also have recreated the geometry only using thrusses and thus having 1D element to speed up, but you know once the cad is done, and you have plenty of work to do, you can launch the simulation and come back one week after to see the results, it won't stop you from working !!
@prototype3a4 жыл бұрын
On a fast computer, I bet that only takes maybe 20-30 minutes to run.
@aeromatt4 жыл бұрын
The mesh size appears to be small but it's tetrahedrals... and only 1 element through the thickness. Not very good for stress
@honda450rider874 жыл бұрын
You have got to be the most consistently happy cheerful guy I've ever had the pleasure of witnessing. The late night garage film sesh with your son made me smile even more, after I'm already cheesing watching the screen. You sir are one proud papa!! And you have every right to be as enthusiastic as you please! God Bless America 🇺🇸
@a10moondog14 жыл бұрын
Mike, are you concerned with the interaction between the main wing and the gear lifting bodies especially in high (relative) and low speed flight? I can't imagine the lift vector is complimentary in all phases of flight. Do you do some stability and control simulation as well? Brilliant video content! You really get the critical thinking juices flowing. Thanks for your hard work. Cudos to your son as well.
@jefferybullis97264 жыл бұрын
Great Video!!! Been in the certified world for 46 years, after watching what can be done outside of that box, the itch to get out is getting stronger.
@MrWirebrain4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been wanting to tear out my old kitchen cabinets and build new ones to replace them. I am fond of hickory and red Oak. But after watching these videos I’m afraid my cabinets may end up being fiberglass and carbon fiber. Mike please stop me.
@Daytonaman6754 жыл бұрын
Don’t tell mike he will send you solid works drawings of a new and improved slim line soft close hardware for them.
@kobelarry4 жыл бұрын
Carbon would look so cool in a kitchen
@Avi8tor8574 жыл бұрын
Forged carbon fiber counter tops with clear epoxy coating... it would look almost like granite, weigh nothing, and be almost indestructible ... humm maybe not my kitchen but my workshop.... now that is tempting.
@gc19144 жыл бұрын
I have too agree the best part of that video was the opening up the garage door a seeing your son " the new branch on the tree" I have two sons and two grandsons love too see that stuff happening😜 Back to work!! Thanks for the video👍😊
@jerodb77594 жыл бұрын
Mechanical Engineer here with a history of Stress Analysis...I enjoy seeing you step through your builds...buuut now you have forced me to start the Private Pilots License process! Look forward to the latest videos and progress! Wish me luck on my next journey of becoming a pilot!
@budrohammbone28064 жыл бұрын
Mike, Your willingness to share Your Project(s) is Great. As for being behind on videos, Not to Worry ! We appreciate the effort/work/time diverted from Your Company and Project(s) to create this content. I think You and Mark are accomplishing Your Goal of Promoting General Aviation, PLUS a whole lot more. Your Vids are Entertaining in the Extreme for so many areas of interest. Engineering, Design, Statics AND even ART (ascetics). Thank You, Sir.
@jackdaniels79134 жыл бұрын
You need to make an RC version so even the most broke A$$ dreams of us can afford such an incredible model!!! 🥃cheers🍻
@g6rcteam814 жыл бұрын
I can build you A 1/3 scale for 8,000 If you look at my page you can see some of my work. 1/4 scale Stinson sr-9F4 time in magazines like MODEL AIRPLANE NEWS / Scale r.c. modeler/ High flight/ 6Time award winning with smoke lights and full cockpit doors open baggage comp opens and it plays FLY ME TO THE MOON When the passenger door is opened check me on Facebook James Prive,
@linecraftman39074 жыл бұрын
If Mike provides us with a 3d model or at least blueprints, you could definitely build it out of foam or balsa or even completely out of carbon (hard to do). If you'd build it out of foam with a wingspan of around 35-40 inches (1m) the cost would be something like 150$ for the electronics, remote and materials. If you never built anything before i'd use foam board. Easy to cut and shape and you glue it with hot glue!
@g6rcteam814 жыл бұрын
@@linecraftman3907 To small I only build super scale giant 1/3scale 155inch wingspan or bigger. Small stuff outta foam that gets dented & paint wont stick to for very long is great for A toy.... Balsa wood and play and wrap the fuse in carbon. Also I draw my own plans from pictures and specs. I can build one for about 5,000 but that would be without making A dime and I only build for cash/ ready to fly 8,000. Im thinking about converting A balsa usa Super cub I built and flew in TOPGUN its1/3 scale into A scrappy. It had an off runway event that caused some small damage and needs to be recovered anyways its 80cc gas.
@g6rcteam814 жыл бұрын
A small foamy can be made for 150 but the Motor servos and speed control would be cheap junk from hobby king . I build with FUTABA Hacker HITECH only
@g6rcteam814 жыл бұрын
Also for scale reasons it would be gas powered since scrappy is gas powered. CHEERS GUYS happy landings
@tacticplanner71884 жыл бұрын
OEM never means what you hope. It's always guys like us that make it great, nothing is better than creating what you imagined and worked out in your head, on paper, virtually and finally in the shop. The feeling of creation simply can't be touch by any experience I've ever had.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. 🤠
@rodneybetz38864 жыл бұрын
17:40 Draco in the background 🥺😥
@hagenschroder76104 жыл бұрын
broken to the right, new one (white) to the left 😎
@marshallhyder97234 жыл бұрын
Dear Mike: I thoroughly enjoy your videos and your attention to detail and doing it right even when it requires extra effort. After I reviewed this video one small thing kept bothering me and I had to review it again so you could see what I was talking about. At the 9:44 mark, you can see a bolt on the upper arm on the right side gear (as you are in the cockpit). As with a balloon or an innertube the wheel when under the pressure of a hard landing can bulge and potentially hit the bolt causing a flat.
@damham56894 жыл бұрын
I wonder if the Best Tugs info more transparent we could see through it when you hold parts up where it is. Im sure you could still get the advertising tax write off and people would know you are BestTugs and not another company.
@grimwat4 жыл бұрын
Wild enthusiasm and brilliant craftmanship. Absolutely love it!
@Cowracer674 жыл бұрын
Mike: "I'm gonna go get some rest" Narrator: "12 Minutes Later" Mike: "Hey guys! We're back at it..."
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
😂 I plugged in on the quick charger.
@Dr_Kenneth_Noisewater4 жыл бұрын
I fully expected them to jump cut and Mike says “just kidding, haha! let’s get back to WORK!”
@planesimple85144 жыл бұрын
You are a source of inspiration to all of us. Thank you very much for bringing us along for the journey.
@citizenblue4 жыл бұрын
Currently bouncing back and forth between streams from my two favorite engineers- Mike Patey and Elon Musk
@ChevTecGroup4 жыл бұрын
Mike all the way. Gotta respect a guy who can run businesses, maintain hobbies, AND care for his family.
@derickellisster4 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@gafrers4 жыл бұрын
One is a real engineer the other one isn't. One is Honest the other one isn't. Mr. Patey all the way
@opossumstudios9074 жыл бұрын
Eww Elon musk
@rickatill444 жыл бұрын
mike patey is something elon musk will never be ....a hands on build himself not pay others to do it for him ....this is not a disrespectful comment only my opinion of the 2
@Mike7478F4 жыл бұрын
It's a high tech engineering video 101. It's a work of aviation art Mike. You certainly have learnt how to build an aircraft or three. Thanks for sharing. Some pilots have no clue about engineering and mechanics. It's an education.
@tag180rotax4 жыл бұрын
7:00 anyone else getting dead pixel on the right?
@myla_00724 жыл бұрын
i get it through the while video
@HaydenGinz4 жыл бұрын
I see it the the entire vid
@scottcummings80744 жыл бұрын
Thought my new phone was damaged until I rotated the screen, lol.
@WestCoastWheelman4 жыл бұрын
That's a lot more than one pixel, and yeah I see it.
@willprosor89624 жыл бұрын
Its part of his best tug bug up top. Just some design mistake that wasn't noticed when he made the title.
@oldeyeball4 жыл бұрын
Your Scrappy build is mind blowing. Thanks for sharing it with us!
@joakimboman34824 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, try using a lavalier mic to reduce the echo. Cheers
@MajorChris19834 жыл бұрын
That would be very much appreciate 🤝
@YardLimit4 жыл бұрын
Great fun to see the progress. Thanks for taking us along!
@jansenpapworth97184 жыл бұрын
Who’s watching the rocket launch later today!!🚀🚀🚀
@barrygrant29074 жыл бұрын
I was hoping to see it from my front yard, but it's pouring rain and thundering now, so I don't know if it's a "go,"
@jansenpapworth97184 жыл бұрын
Ah yeah you were right bout weather they just cancelled.
@DVXCine4 жыл бұрын
@@barrygrant2907 They scrubbed ... bummer
@44R0Ndin4 жыл бұрын
OK so it scrubbed, I'd rather that than they actually need that abort system they tested so thoroughly. That being said, the next launch attempt is Saturday so put that in your plans if you can!
@909busa4 жыл бұрын
Mr Mike, I've been machining for 15 years and just started working for a major aviation contractor that offered onsite ground school classes so now I'm flying I love your videos I'm a NC Programmer/engineer I love your videos I have my own cncs in my garage and would love to build my own custom plane some day!!! Keep posting please don't worry about quality I love them all!!!!
@johnensalaco50124 жыл бұрын
Just about an hour before SpaceX launches a manned rocket , your intro couldn’t be more fitting for today’s events.
@aesbj92284 жыл бұрын
Me, watching a couple of hours after the non-launch, also thought about the advancements in space industry on hearing the intro words.
@alvarolemosdesousa63734 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, I have been subscribed to your channel for a few months and I am convinced that you are a very happy guy, do you know why? All the videos I've seen you always present with a huge smile and this is incredibly motivating. Dude you're to be congratulated. May it always be so. Grateful to see my opinion. I have been an aviation enthusiast since I was a child and I follow everyone who can motivate me and continue my passion.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you!!
@rcarsey4 жыл бұрын
All that money building Draco and Scrappy, but no money for a lavalier mic.
@dennispope81604 жыл бұрын
Or any mic for that matter. I enjoyed the video just the echo was pretty hard to bear.
@04JALD4 жыл бұрын
The things you can do mike amazes me just like my dad did building Strega and Dego Red. It could be a really good part he built but if it wasnt perfect he would build again until it's perfect. You are old school in that way mike and that is a perfect thing too. I feel at home when I see you build your perfect parts. Keep up the great work and hope one day I can see it in person. Besafe. Thank u
@edwardthebest101aylward4 жыл бұрын
it is a good way to deal with the gender issue. male* female* SCRAPPY*
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@JoseGonzalez-mp5iw4 жыл бұрын
MAN...!!! I can't even begin to explain how much I enjoy watching you guys! How much inspiration I get out of your videos, builds and designs, etc. Thank you very much for making this available and bringing us along for the journey.
@judgetk83274 жыл бұрын
I like your fitting and the jig layout. That's a nice table you have to work on. A very important part of the jig layout. Also, the rubber on the pull ties is a great idea. I love to watch someone with great skills in this field. Those suspension mounts look really nice. I'm curious to watch you're follow up on the wing build. Looking forward to the next segment on your wings. Hats 0ff Mike.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comments!! 🤠👍🏻👍🏻
@fabslyrics4 жыл бұрын
Whaoo this "scrappy" is starting to look like a flying pagani zonda ... all woven carbon clear coated , billet cnc aluminum everything, lycomming 8 cyl boxer, full glass cockpit ... i cant wait to see the full idea materializing in videos, its just so adictive and so sayisfying, just awesome ingeneering and craftmanship ! What you've acomplished is stunning ! Thanks for sharing !
@jrmorrissey2074 жыл бұрын
Mike... You're incredible. We want you to stay incredible. Humans need sleep. You need to sleep and chill sometimes. Have you had a checkup at the doctor lately? cholesterol, blood pressure, blood lab check. I simply cannot see how you can continue at this pace. If you haven't had a complete physical lately you need to every year. Not to sound like some nanny, but we want you to be around for a long time and ultimately your personal health is everything. Thanks for the videos. Love watching them and your crazy pace. Be safe.
@do84724 жыл бұрын
The best thing you can do for GA and people in general is keep making your very inspirational videos!
@hendrikvanderwesthuizen15384 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, not sure if you read comments here. But Im here in SA and are working with a guy that does develop different cnc routers 3d printers etc. He has a 4 axis cnc designed to cut surfboards. It will also work for those types of wings, might save you some time too. Just want to mention though. Enjoy watching your engineering skills and passion. Greetings
@slimnugget154 жыл бұрын
Good for Dex! I did the exact same thing with jet skis at his age and made a nice chunk of change doing it. Most of all, it set me up really well for engineering school. It might seem like just a "greasy parts changing" hobby but there is a TON to learn from it that I'm still leaning on today as both a hobbyist and military pilot. Keep it up!
@kevinstephenson38804 жыл бұрын
Look how much can be accomplished when you quarantine yourself! The "Scrappy" build gets crazier with every segment. Mike, you truly are a magician! Your attention to detail, your shear tallent (not to mention your gift of gab) make each video educational and entertaining. It makes my day to spend a half hour to watch the latest "Magic" your creating! BACK TO WORK!! (Making more videos I hope!)
@eldonfox4 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, I just wanted to let you know what an inspiration you are for me. Your approach to life and work has really helped me. Your energy is infectious and I'm coming to realize just how much can be accomplished by just getting on with things. Thank you!
@peterarmstrong86134 жыл бұрын
I’m watching the SpaceX pre launch but I preferred to watch Mike making another unusual aircraft. Very entertaining. Thanks Mike. Pete A Australia.
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Well, looks like we’ll all get another chance to see Space X launch, it’ll be cool!!
@saltzen9614 жыл бұрын
Thrilled to hear about the anaphylaxis respadicator , and the perfect way it fits into the phylboyd reluctance attenuation spradicum , but I'm getting impatient to see the plane ( all painted and shiny ) .......actually FLY !!!
@raytheron4 жыл бұрын
Oh, man, Mike, you just keep on amazing me. Wonderful work, and I am over the moon at being able to follow Scrappy's progress all the way. Thank you for every single video, they're all awesome!
@steveshoemaker63474 жыл бұрын
l could type words here for your work for days and never cover all you do Mike....So my friend just got one word for you....AWESOME.....Thanks
@MikePatey4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, my friend!!
@bluetank924 жыл бұрын
Incredible dedication. I must have more scrappy....aka “trophy truck with wings”. One of the most inspirational people I’ve ever witnessed in the world of aviation. You sir are an innovator. You have my utmost respect and appreciation.