Jon Matcho Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 57 minutes ago, zolotiyeruki said: Gosh darnit, if my life weren't already full of kids and a full-time job... That's all that's stopping you? 🙂 Here are some options... get the family and kids to participate. It will be a forever memory for them. Put them to work, which is in itself a valuable life lesson. Reduce/pause other hobbies to focus on building, reduce/outsource home maintenance and upkeep. Don't watch TV, etc. With that said, it's best to be conservative rather than hasty with buying dreams. I recently sold a spare Q2 kit that I purchased in haste and am in the process of doing what I just wrote above. Quote Jon Matcho Builder & Canard Zone Admin Now: Rebuilding Quickie Tri-Q200 N479E Next: Resume building a Cozy Mark IV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mquinn6 Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 or sell them to the circus. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 2 minutes ago, Jon Matcho said: That's all that's stopping you? 🙂 Here are some options... get the family and kids to participate. It will be a forever memory for them. Put them to work, which is in itself a valuable life lesson. Reduce/pause other hobbies to focus on building, reduce/outsource home maintenance and upkeep. Don't watch TV, etc. Well, I *do* have a lot of kids... We're at the point of our lives where I imagine we've hit "peak busyness". No time even for hobbies. Among our kids, there are nine activities going on tomorrow. My wife and I barely have time for each other! 3 minutes ago, mquinn6 said: or sell them to the circus. There are days where we're tempted... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voidhawk9 Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 I hear you. I haven't made any real progress on my build since #4 arrived a few years ago. #2 passed away in Feb, and #5 is due in a couple of months, so things haven't really improved in that department! Quote Aerocanard (modified) SN:ACPB-0226 (Chapter 8) Canardspeed.com (my build log and more; usually lags behind actual progress)Flight simulator (X-plane) flight model master: X-Aerodynamics (GMT+12) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Matcho Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 16 minutes ago, zolotiyeruki said: My wife and I barely have time for each other! That's a big one, priority #1. 11 minutes ago, Voidhawk9 said: I haven't made any real progress on my build since #4 arrived a few years ago. #2 passed away in Feb, and #5 is due in a couple of months, so things haven't really improved in that department! I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your child. I wish you and your family health and happiness. Family and children are the priorities that need no excuses. Quote Jon Matcho Builder & Canard Zone Admin Now: Rebuilding Quickie Tri-Q200 N479E Next: Resume building a Cozy Mark IV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 Cameron, I'm am truly sorry to hear that you lost one of your children. I've had the same and it never leaves you. Keep working and someday you'll get there, even if it's when the children are all grown :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thseng Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 22 minutes ago, zolotiyeruki said: My wife and I barely have time for each other! As a father of nine, I can tell you that having time for each other is exactly where they came from! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 2 minutes ago, thseng said: As a father of nine, I can tell you that having time for each other is exactly where they came from! ROFL! As the youngest of nine, I'm glad my parents still made time for each other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 24, 2023 Share Posted April 24, 2023 Quote 1996 COZY, 3 SEAT • $75,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • TTAF 832, Engine Lycoming O-360 with E-Mags TSMO 723, NAV/Com King KX 155, NAV/COM Garmin GNC 250 VFR GPS, Dynon D60 EFIS, Stratus ESG ADS-B, Track/wing-leveler, WX-8 storm scope, RST audio panel, Catto 3-blade prop, Electric retractable nose gear • VISIT MY WEBSITE • Contact Albert Boring - DAVINAIR LLC , Broker - located Spanaway, WA 98387 United States • Telephone: 206-304-4178 • Posted April 23, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mquinn6 Posted April 24, 2023 Share Posted April 24, 2023 My chance to contribute (something useful this time)... https://www.facebook.com/groups/Aircraft.for.sale/permalink/5447056505373919/?sale_post_id=5447056505373919 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 24, 2023 Share Posted April 24, 2023 2 hours ago, mquinn6 said: My chance to contribute (something useful this time)... https://www.facebook.com/groups/Aircraft.for.sale/permalink/5447056505373919/?sale_post_id=5447056505373919 Looks like it's a private group. Any chance you could post a screenshot of the ad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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zolotiyeruki Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Today on eBay: a Vari-eze airframe. No engine or avionics https://www.ebay.com/itm/115776831704 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyBox Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 On 4/18/2023 at 6:09 AM, mquinn6 said: Maybe a good start, maybe not… anyone here get this white elephant? Maybe we'll get to see the outcome of this. So far most of the comments are negative. "I won a Long EZ airplane at auction" YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iisdBCGHxu0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyBox Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 (edited) Vari-Eze N9LX listed in Stockton Craigslist for $10k on 3/16/23. The ad is old so the link might go dead soon. https://stockton.craigslist.org/avo/d/lodi-vari-eze/7599947401.html Edited April 28, 2023 by EmptyBox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mquinn6 Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 (edited) @EmptyBox - I do not know your skill set - but there are some VERY talented people interested in people being successful with canards here. I encourage to set up a separate topic and share questions and finds as you go thru your new investment. Do not get offended by comments like "probably should rebuild xyz part" - as they know what it means to have failures (life or death). There is a guy kinda in your area (maybe) Marc (marc_zeitlin@alum.mit.edu) that does prebuy inspections. Edited April 28, 2023 by mquinn6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, mquinn6 said: @EmptyBox - I do not know your skill set - but there are some VERY talented people interested in people being successful with canards here. I encourage to set up a separate topic and share questions and finds as you go thru your new investment. Do not get offended by comments like "probably should rebuild xyz part" - as they know what it means to have failures (life or death). There is a guy kinda in your area (maybe) Marc (marc_zeitlin@alum.mit.edu) that does prebuy inspections. I'm not sure @EmptyBox is the person who bought the airframe. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong, but the fiberglass work on that eBay airframe looks pretty darn good. Edited April 28, 2023 by zolotiyeruki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mquinn6 Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 @EmptyBox? (I was assuming that he posted the youtube link that it was he that is the "guy"). Hard to tell the quality from video - but I do not see anything grievous modified from what I know about the Vari.... I recalled Marc finding misoriented layups on a inspected main spar - not sure how "nice" it looked... There are a lot of "experts" on the internet... ESP Youtube where they hide behind aliases... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midengineracer Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 This wasn't ebay, it's the government auction posted last week(?) that was being sold by BRCC. If I would've still been home, I would've bid on it, I believe the winning bid was $600. Unfortunately, instead of being 1 hour away from it, I was 7 hours away, working, and never saw it up close... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mquinn6 Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 Looking at the profile for @EmptyBox - his name is "Michael" and is in CA. The youtube is "Dan".... so @zolotiyeruki, I think you are correct... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyBox Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 8 hours ago, mquinn6 said: Looking at the profile for @EmptyBox - his name is "Michael" and is in CA. The youtube is "Dan".... so @zolotiyeruki, I think you are correct... Sorry for the confusion. No, I did not buy the EZ. That video came across my YouTube feed and thought it looked familiar from this thread and posted the link since you wondered who got it. I was also hoping to get some knowledgeable people that guy's way. You prove that this niche group of a niche group has wonderful people in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Quote COZY III 1991 • $65,000 • FOR SALE BY OWNER • 1780 TTAF, Lycoming O-320 160hp, 866 SMOH, Hertzler Silver Bullet prop, IFR instrumentation, Dynon D6 EFIS, Garmin GPSMAP 496, Trio EZ Pilot A/P, Narco MK 12E Nav/Com with ID825 VOR/LOC/GS receiver, Grand Rapids EIS 4000, Garmin 427 transponder, UAvionics Echo ADS-B, PS Engineering PM3000 Intercom, Rocky Mountain portable oxygen, electric nose gear, April 2023 Condition Inspection, Bruce’s custom cover, excellent condition. • Contact Brian Scott , Owner - located Cave Creek, AZ 85331 United States • Telephone: 480-251-5463 • Posted April 28, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratdog Posted April 30, 2023 Share Posted April 30, 2023 On 4/10/2023 at 9:10 AM, zolotiyeruki said: And this Vari-EZE has been posted several times before. Anyone here know about it, or why it has been posted for sale so frequently? 1979 VARIEZE • $19,995 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • For sale one 1979 Varieze with low hours on in. It will top out at 200 mph. This is being sold as a flying aircraft but you will need to put on the adsb out and you will be up and flying in no time. Asking only $19995.00 or best offer. For more information on the plane call or text me at 208 576 8238 or 303 668 4209. Thanks Larry T • Contact Larry Tombaugh - D&L INDUSTRIES , Owner - located Nampa, ID 80204 United States • Telephone: 208 570 8386 • 208 576 8238 • Posted April 8, 2023 I actually called about this aircraft about 2 years ago and it appears to be still for sale . He seemed legitimate said he was an a and p and something about his wife wanting him to get rid of it . Im wondering why he hasnt been able to sell it . Hard to tell with these variezes another one on barnstormers i asked about today and on that aircraft in Kentucky he said the empty weight was 1050 lbs . Is that even possible . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolotiyeruki Posted April 30, 2023 Share Posted April 30, 2023 If the empty weight is 1050, that's why it hasn't sold! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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