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  1. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I attacked no one, Pal. I challenge anyone, especially the "moderator", to read the posts and find where I personally attacked anyone. There is a difference between objecting to what someone says and attacking or as was said, "bashing" someone. I can object to what my friends say, but that is not the same as "attacking" them. Read the posts.
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  2. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I joined this group after buying the Avid Flyer project and looking forward to getting it airborne again. I was hoping to get some information and at first that was the case, but soon received some messages that, intended or not, was insulting in its tone and tenor and was unmistakable. There is no reason for anyone to be disrespectful to another, let alone to a new member. Instead of apologizing or taking ownership of it and even explaining that it was not meant that way, I was met with derogatory remarks from others. Your response was both disrespectful and unwarranted. I was the one offended and said so, and yet you wanted to vilify me! You even had someone compose a letter for me, but as I explained to him I do not apologize for someone else’s bad behavior. Unlike some of you, I will not call you names, nor will I hope that you crash your airplanes as someone suggested, nor will I be disrespectful to anyone as you have me, instead I wish you well in your pursuits in both aviation and personally. I am 70 years old and have always made friends throughout the aviation community, but I have never been so badly treated or disrespected as I have experienced on your forum. It will take a while to finish this project, but I will find a way. Best wishes.

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  3. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    On the other hand, I have admired these because of its lines and speed. I remember wanting one of these when they first came out and thought that the Wankel engine would be perfect for it as it would have solved the vibration problem, but they didn't have enough power.
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  4. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I would not want one either, not much around the pilot, very sensitive controls and high wing loading.
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  5. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    For anyone who might be interested or knows someone who is, there are two BD-5 kits available from the same place that I purchased the Avid Flyer. All that I know is that they said that they were complete and in different stages. Let me know if that is something that you are interested in and I will give you the contact.
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  6. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    Sounds like you are experienced in that. Make a video of how that works and I'll let you know if I'm interested.
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  7. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I am not sure what you are seeing, but there are notches on the rear spar extensions. Not sure what it should look like but I went out and took a couple of photos of the wing root.


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  8. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    It was his words not mine. I never said anything against him, just what was said. I have not argued about any answers given here.
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  9. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I am sure that all of you are very knowledgeable, after all this is a forum for the Avid Flyer. I said from the beginning that I am new to this and therefore need to ask basic questions and most of you have been helpful in that regard. I have to start somewhere guys and thought that this forum would provide a source for the information that I need to make the right decisions concerning this airplane, but surly we can be respectful in what we say to each other. I know that this is not an RC plane. I would always welcome questions from those that I was teaching no matter how basic and not consider it spoon feeding, but a process. We all can benefit from learning from each other and we can also try to be respectful to each other and never call anyone names.
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  10. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   



    Thanks for that. What do you think covered that hole? Sorry that your friend/acquaintance had passed away. I did get a battery, but it is probably no longer working.
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  11. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I would be grateful if flaperons could be found for this. Thanks for you help in that. It did have a windshield, but it is in poor condition and yellow. The door frames are there and it came with a set of domed side windows that fit the door frames. I also found the installation kit for the domed windows. The tail feathers are there, but there may be a problem with the connection point for the leading edge of the horizontal stab and there is a threaded rod installed which I am not sure of its function. I did find a receipt for an electric trim system, but only found the indicator and the rocker switch. I think that I have the motor mount, but not sure if its the right one. The panel, which is made of fiberglass, is not so good and unsure what instruments will be used. This plane initially had a Rotax engine then a Subaru engine. How do I determine the correct prop? This prop may have used with the Subaru engine. There appears to be an extra set of pedals. There is some sort of aluminum scoop with a hose attached that I do not know its purpose. I really appreciate your help. Although I understand what you are saying concerning Doug, his words were unmistakable. Thanks again.








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  12. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I found a receipt for poly-fiber for a repair on a wing in 2003, so I assume that is what is on there now, but I cannot be sure. I am not sure what is going on with the horizontal stab and that allen bolt if anything. I will look tomorrow at the framework and other parts. Thanks for the suggestions.
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  13. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

     
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  14. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I was very clear in my initial statement, but you seem to be the only one who has trouble understanding it and more interested slinging insults in what I had to say or how I said it. I joined this site hoping to get some help with this Avid Flyer and so far, except for you, all comments have been constructive.
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  15. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    That is all good and great, but hardly the case here. I never asked for anyone here to do the work for me and getting the information that I need before doing the work is hardly putting the cart before the horse. I have already inventoried all that I have. If I were to start putting this together before knowing what I am doing then that would be putting the cart before the horse. This is an already built plane and may have either missing or damaged parts.
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  16. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I have already asked and received copies of all of the paperwork for this plane and it was not listed as salvage for the FAA.
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  17. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I want to get this airworthy again, but need some help by someone familiar with building this. I am not sure what happened to my previous post, but the seller has not been forthcoming in telling me what else he took besides the trailer and flaperons, his answer was basically to figure it out. I was hoping to get someone to help me to assess any damage and missing pieces besides the obvious flaperons, and hopefully be able to formulate a plan.
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  18. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    It came with an engine mount and exhaust. Did have instruments. See photos attached. I just asked him what he took from the plane and he said, "As we discussed prior to your purchase of the Avid aircraft project, all components, we were aware of and available for sale,  were provided to you in the sale / transfer transaction.   I believe the “builder manual” will provide you an appropriate guide for the ascertainment of all necessary components needed to complete the reassembly of this project. Alan J. Leszinske". Is there anyone in this area who might be able to come and help me evaluate this for me?












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  19. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    I did get the builder's manual with it. The one selling it has not been forthcoming in letting me know what else he decided to take. Note, he is building a kitfox located somewhere in Wisconsin. The s/n is 774 and I have already received the paper trail from the FAA. It is the heavy hauler model Mk IV as that is the description throughout the paperwork. The first tail number was 3490P and the second or last tail number was 6008C. I am including a photo of it when it appeared to be all together and on the trailer. Yes it is the bolt for the horizontal stab. What I am not clear about is why it has been stripped down.

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  20. winglift added a post in a topic New guys with an Avid needs advice   

    Thank you EDMO. Sorry for the delay in responding, something happened to stop the upload of photos. I will attach some photos. I am located in Worthington, Indiana.





















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  21. winglift added a topic in Avidfoxflyers General Hangar   

    New guys with an Avid needs advice
    Hello,
    I recently purchased a Avid Flyer project and need some help to determine what I need to complete it. First of all I have never built or owned my own plane before, let alone an Avid Flyer. It is probably a heavy hauler, mark IV. It has a new Rotax 582 engine with gear reduction and electric starter. It is missing the flaperons, which were removed by the seller, not the owner. I live in southern Indiana and was wondering if there might be someone who would be able to help me determine what I need to complete it. I have no building experience other than the classes at Oshkosh and I have built and flown RC planes for decades. Any help would be appreciated.
    Thanks
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