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    Can wood be trusted?

    I plan on building in a garage that will be heated only when I am working on it. Is there a problem with wood construction with great variations in temperature during construction?
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    Zenith CH-701

    I realize that I am talking 2 different airplanes, but how does the CH-650 compare to the CH-750? I'm talking about ease of building, handling etc.
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    Zenith CH-701

    Another consideration on the 750 would be the engine. Any thoughts on Rotax, Continental, Jabiru or another one? Which is simpler, cheaper, easier to work on, etc?
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    Zenith CH-701

    I understand about the trim and the building. That really is not a problem. I just don't like when the company purchases calipers that never were intended for this particular plane and simply state that you should work on it until it works. I then called the brake manufacturer who stated that...
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    Zenith CH-701

    When I worked on the Rans, several major parts, the yoke and the pedal assembly, had metal rods that should have fit into tubes. They didn't. In one case Rans recommended grinding the rod until it fit inside the tube. In the other case they told me to file down the inside of the tube. Rans...
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    Zenith CH-701

    Comparing the 701 to the 750, why is the 750 easier to build and a more refined style?
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    Zenith CH-701

    Thanks for all of the guidance. The video helps make me realize that this isn't something that appeals every time I fly. The one thing that folding wings would help with is when you need to do maintenance. Sure would be nice to bring the plane home and have the time to fix it when I want to.
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    Looking To Build & Need Some Insight

    How does the build time compare to the Zenith CH 701?
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    Zenith CH-701

    On the 701 I would be adding folding wings. I'd like to keep the plane at home and trailer it to the airport. I've got the room and will save the tie-down fees. I've noticed that some people don't really like folding wings. Why?
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    Zenith CH-701

    Thanks. I don't have a problem with fixing my mistakes, but the 750 sounds like something I need to take a look at. Any negatives to the 750?
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    Zenith CH-701

    I am interested in building a Zenith CH-701. Is this a good project for a beginner? Anyone have likes or dislikes with this plane? Several years back I worked on a Rans S-6, but found many of the parts just didn't fit right. Rans advised to grind down parts and this just did not feel too...
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