Hello, I will built a distributorless ignition. GM coil lmay do the job. http://www.msdignition.com/pdf/8224_frm22622.pdf My question: is the interface block (p/n 8870) is a passive or active one? http://www.shopatron.com/product/product_id=MSD8870/424.0

Although I am still trying to sell my Vans RV-10 (lack of time---I have a toddler), I have decided that I will keep it if I don't get any nice offers. (in case anyone is interested, http://welch.econ.brown.edu/n325hp/). Now, I am still flying once a month with it to familiarize myself with it. ...

Ok, I've made a few pieces to try out using 1/4" foam and fiberglass on both sides. When I cut the pieces to shape with my band saw, small strips (1/4" or so) seem to want to seperate. Is this common or did I mix the epoxy wrong? The big parts are staying together, the fiberglass itself is staying...

I purchased the RST antenna kit last year (great value) and have a question relating to grounding all the significant metal parts. I wish to operate an ADF in a wooden/composite aircraft. I note that any wire will do (e.g. tin-plated Cu grounding strap and/or Cu tape). My question is how do you...

Committee To Review 51% Rule Government, Industry Partnership To Review Amateur-Builder Statutes The FAA is concerned that some builders-for-hire and commercial "builder's assistance" providers are doing more that the FARs permit when it comes to amateur-built aircraft. On September 6th, the FAA...

Why are several people flying the chevy V6/90 when it looks like the V6 Buick is a much more available engine and lighter and shorter? Not that the Chevy is bad.....but it just loks like the Buick is more attractive.

I noticed in another post that the Continental O-200 is back in new manufacture again. Are there any links to the price of the new engine and the specification differences between the old O-200 that I fly with and would like to replace and the new O-200 LSA engine? I spent an hour probing the TCM...

I want to mark sheetmetal for bending. Can't use a scribe because I'll weaken the metal. Magic Marker is too thick. Pencil doesn't show. What do you use? - Mike

Why are several people flying the chevy V6/90 when it looks like the V6 Buick is a much more available engine and lighter and shorter? Not that the Chevy is bad.....but it just loks like the Buick is more attractive.

I would like to buy a Great Plains Aircraft engine or Titan KitEngine - your advice would be highly appreciated. Is it good value for money? And why so cheap? :o) If possible, give your comments (pros and contras). Thank you in advance, Olga

Can anyone provide a diagram of a 2 1/4 inch instrument cutout? I found one for the 3 1/8, but not the smaller size. I've googled and googled again... Thanks in advance. Bill

Am wondering if a cell phone type mike/headset could be adapted for aircraft radio use including a yoke mounted mike switch?

I came across an old Kohler manual for a 2 stroke engine. It looks surprisingly like a Cuyuna. Kohler says that engine design was sold many years ago. Does anyone know of a connection? --Andy Asberry recommends NewsGuy--

Anybody have any opinions as to the various strengths and weaknesses of each?

I know that just about everybody has bad-mouthed the 2si, but what are your opinions of the Hirth series?

I have a question for the group. I am feeling the need to start another homebuilt project. I have a Zenith CH-300 that I first flew in 1988, and it has been a fine ship. My ideal project would be as follows: Must meets the Light Sport Aircraft requirements: Cruse speed is somewhere close to 108...

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A question came up over pizza the other night. What are the tax consequenes of selling a homebuilt? Assume we know how much the raw materials cost. Assume we know approx how many hours of labor went into it. Assume the homebuilt is worth $200K If it is sold what are the tax implications?

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Oh, by the way, go to: http://www.geocities.com/bwbpilot/ and see Kevin Morris and I flying my Snobird. I have to sell it I think. I just have too much stuff in my hangars down there. I'm in this thing about $12,000 and I'm going to sell it for about $8500 if anyone knows someone who might...