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  1. don january

    What brings us here?

    Look at this we are back on the computer again. Rather you got a plane sitting at the hanger or one on the bench or maybe just one in your thoughts. We all seem to end up logging in and checking if there is a new update or a trick on the build to be learned. It's not like we are going to gain...
  2. don january

    Lets talk about wood

    Wanted to open a discussion about building with wood. what are our choices? VP-1, or any other flat sided bird. For building the main box structure of the airframe the wood is Easley controlled and gives a builder not too much grief. the shape of the bird really distinguishes the way the wood...
  3. don january

    Reviewing HBA of any type.

    I posted to bring back some old reviews and would like any and all type of HBA to be included. My case a all wood Taylor monoplane so I was reading old news letters from early KR's 1 + 2. July 28th 1985 so nearly 37 years ago. Many neat thing were discussed from holding your tail on the ground...
  4. don january

    Airplane Wanted Cable shakles

    I'm looking for 2 for 1/8 inch cable. Aircraft spruce supply has them but shipping and cost is outrages and hoping someone might have a couple a bit cheaper that they may want to part with. Please drop me a private message here on HBA.
  5. don january

    Where the good names went

    Have this old Protractor that has the coolest name AMPRO STYLISTIC and I think would be a nice name for that next plane build your planning. What have you come across ?
  6. don january

    Build supplies under the clouds

    I want to drop in and give a little in site on ordering supplies from companies such as Aircraft Spruce and specialties and the like. I have placed an order to Aircraft Spruce and while filling out the on line order form the shipping was $171.00 and I realized prices are high these days but I...
  7. don january

    Seen from above

    Took off for a flight and saw something that brings others to mind. Drifted back to the many short cross country trips to and from the field and in the Boredom of the flight I flash back to things seen in the woods and open fields. So my friendly air junkies what can you remember that you never...
  8. don january

    Chat back for wood or ?

    I what to give a spot where a person can give their opinion and advise on concepts in their mind rather it be my build or another member. Most Project logs are locked so this will give a area to place your thoughts. Courtesy and forum rules a must. I gladly open up my Build of the...
  9. don january

    someone need Rivits

    I inherited these two types of Alum. rivets from my Father and their in a gallon coffee can and I'd guess over 400-500 each type would gladly trade for a good used Altimeter that will fit a 3" hole or slightly less. I would like to find a home for them because I'll never use them. Short fat ones...
  10. don january

    Whats your thought AC

    I have some hinge half's on my build that have only one bolt and the nut is not accessible from the one side and would like to build in a backup safety system to aid the bolt from not backing out. Not only would the SS screw hold wire but also would hold alignment of hinge half from...
  11. don january

    49 Aronaca Chief North Dakota 65 Cont.

    Just came across a deal on this aircraft. Asking price is 12500.00 but fella is willing to go part cash and part nineteen thirties car or truck project. I called him and was told it tipped up and had a prop strike and cracked prop and bent one lift strut. I question spar damage and it's not...
  12. don january

    Hinge half alignment

    I would like to ask the Forum their thoughts or experiences on getting alignment for the hinge half's . As it stands right now I drilled a single 1/8" hole on center line of the Horz, stab rear spar and plan to have a single bolt threw the hinge half held centered with another lock bolt in the...
  13. don january

    Have to wonder

    I wonder how many of the member project actually got done? I see HBA has 11 pages of build logs and at 20 per page that's a grip of aircraft as of today's date. Many post have less then 10 reply's and even less pictures. Do you all think this will change??
  14. don january

    Wanted aircraft grade ply

    I'm asking to see if anyone has aircraft grade full sheets or half sheets of 1/8" and 1/16" and one full sheet of 3/64" ply for my build ? Please drop me a PM if you have some to sell . I'll pay shipping. Thanks Don
  15. don january

    36' quicksilver Ultra light 1000.00

    Located in N.D. Call 701-302-0204
  16. don january

    Do it nice do it twice

    For those builders who are considering building with wood you should in some areas be ready to build twice as in the rudder and elevator of a Taylor mono plane. After the main structure is built per plans you are in a spot of do I go for smooth lines or just let the fabric lay as it may. I have...
  17. don january

    Why the wait and hesitation?

    For years I have opened this forum to view what is going on in the home built aircraft world and to no end it's mostly 99% what ifs and how can I. Also does the math work out. I have seen very few actual aircraft being built and that's a bummer. I myself am building a plane and get emails weekly...
  18. don january

    Valve lash adjustment

    I have a question for those who may know the answer. Can a person set the valve lash on a 2.5 subaru while the heads are off the block? Or is it best to do once engine is assembled ?
  19. don january

    Sharing builders Experiences

    I wanted to open a thread about not discussing what's needed to be done in a build or where to start but more of the glitches that come along. I'm at this time focused on the fuel tank and dash and always thought a removable dash is the ticket. I look left and right and see HZ stab and elevator...
  20. don january

    Stock RR KR-2 Clear Canopy

    If any KR2 builders or a plane in need . I have this RR Canopy for sale and or trade would like 450.00 sell or trade. Buyer pays shipping cost. Contact me By forum PM. Don
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