I've got the hots for an RV-8
03-16-2010, 01:43 PM
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I've got the hots for an RV-8
03-16-2010, 02:02 PM
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Nice little machines and good speed, good comfort. Quick handling for a gen-av airplane and not difficult to fly.
03-16-2010, 04:54 PM
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Oh well it's fun to dream!
03-16-2010, 06:05 PM
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If you look at the engine choices, there is little difference in the top end with the 150/180/210hp. Quite a bit of diff on t/o performance but the wing is the wing is the wing.
All this to say you should be able to buy/build and get into the air for less than $50k..
If you have not flown one, find one and go fly it. Find out if your impression is borne out with actually flying one. And then there is the other route..
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03-16-2010, 07:54 PM
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I was basing my estimate from this. Van's Aircraft - Making the Decision: Your Estimate
BUt it looks as though a guy could save a bunch of money here and there.
BUt it looks as though a guy could save a bunch of money here and there.
03-17-2010, 02:03 AM
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There used to be a guy here who built a RV and REALLY dressed it up. He had glass, dual Garmins, glass engine monitor, rolled leather interior, a 3 blade composite prop, additional fuel and an exterior paint scheme that gleamed. I ask him what kind of trips he was making as he easily had 4-5hr fuel and he said, "Just around here..." No instrument ticket and no desire to leave the local area. ????
03-17-2010, 02:29 AM
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Have not flown the 8, but I have flown the 7 and I was very impressed, Ive had the opportunity to fly sevel models of homebuilts and I have to say I like the Rv's the best. Maybe one day I can build a 7 just the way I want it...
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