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    Default Re: Question for seasoned kitfox builders.

    Quote Originally Posted by jiott View Post
    Being an engineering nerd, I kept very accurate records of time spent on my SS7 build, which included research and much noodling time. I did not use any prefab or quick build items, and wings were totally built by me. The only thing I did not do was paint that required a spray gun. Total time spent from kit parts inventory to AW certificate was 2412 hours (yes, I am slow and careful). The halfway point at 1206 hours was at the start of fuselage covering, the wings and all tail pieces had been covered, taped and Polybrushed-I used the Polyfiber system. This is all from my time log. I realize I saved a lot of time by not spray painting myself, but much of that was offset by my not using any prefab or quick-build items. I installed a 912 uls and did all my own wiring and avionics installation (Dynon Skyview, Garmin SL40, PS Engineering 3000 intercom, ACK E-406 ELT, no auto-pilot). So there you have it by the numbers for one guy's build. Once it was covered, taped and Polybrushed and standing on its own gear, it psychologically felt like it was more than half done, and in my case that was true.

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    Default Re: Question for seasoned kitfox builders.

    I got the 90% quote just slightly different. When it looks like 90% of an airplane you only have 90% to go... my guess is when we get the fuselage covered (covering wings now)it is at least half way. My plan is to have absolutely everything inside the fuselage as done as possible so no drilling, grinding or another potentially hazardous work to fabric after paint. At least that's the plan.

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    Default Re: Question for seasoned kitfox builders.

    The first test flight is the half way point.

    Jeff

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    Default Re: Question for seasoned kitfox builders.

    Quote Originally Posted by n85ae View Post
    The first test flight is the half way point.

    Jeff
    You are so right Jeff, still building my Series 5, 17 years after the 1st flight.

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    Default Re: Question for seasoned kitfox builders.

    Ha! I now believe this. Almost a year later from first flight and I am still building....
    Dustin Dickerson

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