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    KittyFox (aka the turtle build) finally moved to the hangar today to be with its wings and tail feathers. Had the help of my wife, John Evens and a fellow EAA member with a really nice trailer.
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    Where can I find a fellow Kitfoxer around Anaheim CA? You are so fortunate.

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    Well, I had gotten my plane to the point of being ready for first engine start, W&B, etc. before Christmas, but all is basically on hold while I recover from hand surgery.
    I did just get my seat cushions completed though. I used a local automotive upholstery shop as I wanted to incorporate the same leather that I have used on my glare shield and center console. I also had my tail artwork embroidered into the seat backs by a local woman who does it as a side job/hobby. Plan to use the same leather for stick boots too once I get back enough dexterity to make patterns.
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    Very nice work Gary. And those personalised seat backs matching the fin logo look very cool.
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    Thanks David. Hopefully they prove to be comfortable too. I kept the seat backs fairly thin to maximize leg room, but I also have inflatable lumbar cushions that will be velcroed to the seat pan since I often need more support there.
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    Yes, I ordered the 3" thick cushion and seat back factory kit and I suspect the seat back may be too thick. I'm only 6' so it may need to be thinner. And that lumber support - oh yeah, I can relate to that !.
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    It's been quite a while since I logged in, had to be focused on other things, but never stopped plodding along. Good to see the forum is still so active.
    Anyway, I finally got my airworthiness sing-off this past Saturday.
    Now if this virus thing will get under control, I can get out to a flight school and get current (i.e. learn how to fly again).
    Meanwhile I have been designing a tow bar for my tri-gear configuration to make backing into the hangar less of a pain.
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    Glad you’re back Gary.

    Congrats on the A.W. Certificate. It’s a real aircraft now.👍
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    That's the best news Ive heard all day! (been at work learning to Don and Dof headgear to protect me from the virus when Im intubating). Any how, Congratulations on this part. We too are hoping for a short duration with this virus thing. Now, Im just as much interested in the builder and who they are so I assume it is you with the more worn out jeans from all the work building?
    Can we see a shot of the purpose were all here? Whats the plane look like?
    Eddie Forward
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    Although I've already congratulated you in person Gary, I'll make it official on this forum! I'm happy for you... the fun times are just around the corner now!!

    Eddie, Gary is the good looking one on the left.
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