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    Magneto

    I saw somewhere that there is a magneto out there that plugs right in to where the stock magneto goes. Anyone know what it is and where I can get it? Thanks!
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    1600 to bigger

    Anyone have opinions or information about putting 92mm jugs on a 1600cc case? I know you have to have the case and heads flycut, but what about the stroke length? I found jugs I like in both 69 and 82 mm -- which should I use, and what are the ramifications of each one? I'm pretty sure I can use...
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    GN-1 Aircamper - starting!

    Anyone else out there building a GN-1 Aircamper?
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    Longerons

    I am looking at 15' wooden longerons for my plane (Tiger Moth). Aircraft Spruce asked if they could be cut down to make my shipping cheaper, and I realized I don't know. Anyone know of a way to splice or otherwise re-attach such parts? As it stands now I don't want to do that, but if someone has...
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    Biplane

    Any know of a good, simple, two-seat vintage design biplane out there? I want good, ole fashioned wood and fabric. Any help?
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    Spruce vs ?

    I am wondering...I've heard there are woods that can be used in place of spruce for spars and whatnot. Any comments on this? Which are good replacements?
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    Okay, new discussion: welding

    Okay, I'm about to learn how to weld but need suggestion and ideas of which method to go with. I'm welding 4130 tubing and sheet steel for the fuselage. What's best? gas, tig, mig, arc, something else? ALL opinions are welcome, and I'd appreciate reasonings. Thanks!
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    Which weld to use

    Okay, I'm about to learn how to weld but need suggestion and ideas of which method to go with. I'm welding 4130 tubing and sheet steel for the fuselage. What's best? gas, tig, mig, something else? ALL opinions are welcome, and I'd appreciate reasonings. Thanks!
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    What the heck does this mean?

    The Great Rivet Debate Okay, my plans call for rivets. Duhh. However, I can't translate what this means I need: AN470AD5-7 AN426AD5-16 AN470AD5-12 What does all that gibberish mean? I know the sizes are in there somewhere and that they're solid AL rivets but I don't know how to...
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    Sonerai II Stretch tri-gear

    I'm about to start building a Sonerai II Stretch tri-gear. Anyone else out there building one? Wilke
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    NAV/COM

    I just got a great deal on a VOA-4 VOR/ILS Nav converter/indicator. Anyone know anything about these things, or nav/com in general? Can you hook any Nav/com to any indicator? Any help would be great.
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    Builders in PA

    Any builders in the Williamport (north central) PA area? Wilke
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    Sonerai

    Hi! I'm about to start a Sonerai II LTS...anyone ever build one?
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    New guy in Indiana, moving to PA

    Hi there! I'm Christopher, a semi-retired USAF PJ and pilot. I've been trying to get around to building a plane for awhile but just can't get settled on what I want. I'm looking for a low-wing, seats 3+ (I can live with 2) and has some baggage capability for short XC trips. Money's tight, but...
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    Techniques books

    Anyone know of good books that include modern techniques? So far all I've found is 1980's stuff. HELP PLEASE!
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    Looking for a plan plane - 3+ seats. Any suggestions?

    I'm looking for a proven, low-wing plan-built aircraft with three or more seats. Any suggestions, comments or ideas?
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    Looking for VW and 1/2 VW engines

    I'm looking for VW engines 2180cc or larger...perfer not to rebuild but I can, if needed. Anyone know where I can look? [email protected]
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    Looking for plans

    Hi there! I'm looking for plans for a low-wing aircraft, preferably four seats but 2 is fine. Anyone have ANYTHING helpful please let me know!
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