CFernandez

Cozy IV project for sale:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cozy-Mark-4-Project_W0QQitemZ4579593805QQcategoryZ63679QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

One comment in there that got my attention was a caution for the scenario where the left tank might spring a leak, and siphon all the gas out of the right tank via a sump (in a system setup with a sump).

 

I suppose. The sump tank system works well for the Velocity aircraft and I will be using a similar setup. No switching, only on/off.

(Brett F. join in anytime)

I'm just about to do this step of the firewall too. What were the specifics of this 'gotcha' if you don't mind sharing.

The outside edge of the pulley mount pieces (approx. 5" x 9"). I was confused with the "foam" line on the outside of these pieces. I just had to study the lines more to see what I was looking at. What I did to make it work was eliminate the "foam" portion. We'll see what it looks like when it goes together.

Can you point me to it? Subject/thread name?

What concerns do you have about these two things? I'm not feeling the same motivation as you. Anything that could be simplified would be a good thing, with fewer moving parts and checklists, but I don't think that's what you're after... what is it?

My concern is the placement of the valve, remembering to switch tanks (something that can be learned) and being able to reach and turn it with two "good size" people up front. I also want clean lines underneath the strakes (less drag...). That's what I'm thinking anyways.

(The Cozy Maillist has a nice long string on this very idea.)

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG

Plans #206 Chp. 5

I'm coming up on Chapter 6 and was thinking about the fuel valve installation.

I would like to do away with the fuel valve and sump blisters and go to a sump tank mounted ahead of the firewall, aft of the aft lg bulkhead. The only valve in the system would be an on/off valve.

I have not decided on or figured what size the sump tank would be, but somewhere in the 3-5 gallon range.

My reasoning is to eliminate the fuel tank switching and fuel lines into the cockpit.

Your thoughts...

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG

Plans #206

Chp. 5

Not that anyone cares I have just over 300 hours but have cut back the flying to build the magic carpet. From what I'm hearing it will be worth the wait.

Dreams of flying myself to distant lands like Reno and Paradise in the Bahamas are my key motivators. Traveling(flying) in an efficient machine just does it for me (I can't stand driving...ANYWHERE). 180 knots, 8 gph, 10,000 ft, music in the background, doesn't get much better.

Sorry gotta go, longerons need to be made...

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chp. 5

Whatever epoxy you choose look at the pot life. If your working tempratures are high (IMHO, 90+ degrees) use the slowest hardener you can get.

I have been using Aeropoxy resin and fast hardener (pot life 1 hour) which is fine for small layups but I wouldn't even think of using it on the fuse sides or wings b/c the micro on the foam would have gelled before getting the cloth on and wetted.

For the large layups like those mentioned above I am going to use the slow hardener (pot life 2 hours) and relax a little during layups.

Hope this helps...

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

I am motivated and a little sad I can't get to it for another year or so.

Congrats! Keep the motivation or come back here (Canard Zone) for a boost.

Anyway I was pretty excited to see it mocked up...and real happy my wife was excited as well...she even jumped in the GIB slot for a couple of pics.

Sounds like a good start.

Thanks for your service and be careful out there.

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

I slept on it (almost literally) and it came to me.

Okay, I have studied the firewall plan...a lot...perhaps not enough b/c I'm asking this question. Anyway, here it is: What size are the pieces between the lower and upper firewall pieces? Where do these pieces go in relation to the outside edge of the firewall? Should the upper firewall and lower firewall pieces be the same width?

Thanks,

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chap. 4

Wicks Aircraft has their materials broken down by chapter as well.

http://www.wicksaircraft.com/catalog/product_cat.php/subid=3525/index.html

Hope this helps...

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chap. 4

Yes I mean landing gear, is there a web site for Featherlite or how can they be contacted.

 

Norman

South Africa

Pietenpol Aircamper + Long Ez wona be

Norman,

Here is what you are looking for:

Feather Lite

PO Box 781

1327 South State Street

Ukiah, CA 95482

707-462-2939

Email: fthrlite@pacific.net

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chp. 4

 

Anyway, looking forward to learning more and maybe even starting my own construction in the next year or so.

 

Christian

Start as soon as possible you won't believe how much fun it is as well as educational. A real life exercise...

Just looking to anyone’s opinion about this "Dynon Avionics", or any other integrated product. The price is right, but I don’t know about the reliability.http://dynonavionics.com/index.html.

 

Our chapter (EAA221) had Grand Rapids Technologies in for a talk last fall and they seem to have a great deal of knowledge on PFD/MFD's. Their website is www.grtavionics.com

If I remember correctly the difference is where the PFD gets its information from, that being the gps position or an AHRS. GRTAvionics uses an AHRS where Dynon uses GPS signals. If you want to know more go to their website(GRTAvionics.com) and look for how they have their system setup.

Either way look at them all and choose what's right for your installation. If I needed instrumentation now I would seriously consider the PFD/MFD package from Grand Rapids Technologies. My 2 cents...

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chp. 4, 5, 10

The website is down or moved. I searched for it but could not find it. I looked in the website archives and found this from 2003:

http://web.archive.org/web/20040125103629/http://aeris.ch/

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chp. 4, 5 , 10

Jeff Russell has also been very supportive during this transition providing training and technical support for us.

We are also in the process of updating... AeroCanard plans and developing a new AeroCanard kit information package.

We plan to continue improving our aircraft designs and manufacturing capabilities and over time I see AeroCad becoming the largest aircraft company in the world “I have a dream”.

Carlos Fernandez

AeroCanard FG #206

Chap. 4, 5, 10

I am glad to be part of this group and can't wait to start the build.

When does the build start? Soon..?

Hey Carlos, are you coming to Oshkosh with Andy again this year? We'll be in the same place this year.

 

Plans are to be in Oshkosh for White Knight/SpaceShipOne's arrival on Monday (and still 'till ???). We had a great time in that particular camping spot so if you get there before us save us one.

See you there!

Greetings From Kalamazoo!

My friend Andy is building a Velocity XL-FG in Plainwell and I have recently started an AeroCanard FG.

You're welcome to stop by either shop (and work ) and we'll try to answer any of your questions.

Welcome...

Carlos

AeroCanard FG #206

Chp. 4, 5, 10

You're doing exactly the right thing...sit in one.

If it helps I flew in a Cozy (Robert Kittler's) last September. Robert weighs in at 235. I weigh in at 200. We were "Cozy". If you don't mind sharing the same space with someone it is okay.

If you fly alone or with someone smaller (petite) routinely, Robert says it is just fine.

He also made the armrest on the sides as thin as possible for more hip room and cut down the center armrest to make the front seats more of a bench.

My 2c...

Would appreciate any help in identifying this UUFO (Un-identifed Un-Flying Object). Entertaining reasonable offers.

Looks like a Varieze or Longeze fuselage. Someone more informed might be able to tell you the difference. Why are you selling?

Drawings have arrived!! Let the building begin... I already have a question on the landing gear hard points...

Noodles,

I have been helping on the Velocity XL-FG project. It belongs to Andy. I used it to gain the skills needed to build something of my own ("I bleed epoxy..."). The Velocity has been a hoot to work on (along side Andy)!

I am actually leaving for Charleston, SC this afternoon and I expect templates and drawings to arrive just after I leave for the airport.

Oh well, it will be something to look forward to...

Nice to meet you. When Chris flys up to Michigan in his completed Velocity have him bring you and we can meet in person.

I too have sent for Aerocanard plans and am eagerly awaiting their arrival. I have the workshop ready...can't wait!

I am also looking for Aerocanard (plans) builders to work along side via email anyways to push or be pushed to completion. My building experience is on a Velocity XL-FG. Four years into it and maybe two to go. Check out www.kal-soft.com/velocity if you like.

In case Chris Barber reads this...I know you by way of Andy.

Looking forward to the build