"Rich S." wrote

You misunderstand the function and responsibilities of the FAA. They do
not
give a rip whether your project is airworthy. You must comply with
regulations regarding placards, paperwork, registration, etc. Will it fly?
That's strictly up to you.

Ain't America great?? !!! It's called Freedom and Personal Responsibility.

I gotta think that is a bit of a dodge. They ARE concerned if your creation
will fall out of the air on someone's head, right? If the lift strut is
connected with duct tape, and the engine is held on with 10-32 screws and
duct tape, it will pass?

I think most inspectors would find some deficient paperwork, or something,
(I hope) and then be very, very, VERY slow in returning for a re-inspection.
--
Jim in NC