Kenneth Stapleton
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Use of AS5 Rivets

Started this discussion. Last reply by Kenneth Stapleton Jul 31, 2019. 15 Replies

Hi AllIf my research is correct, it would appear that there is a sort of "grey area" concerning the use of AS5 rivets. My finishing kit came with 103 AS5 rivets and I am going to spend the day…Continue

 

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Use of AS5 Rivets

Hi AllIf my research is correct, it would appear that there is a sort of "grey area" concerning the use of AS5 rivets. My finishing kit came with 103 AS5 rivets and I am going to spend the day looking for 103 holes in which to place these rivets. I am currently compiling a list of areas in which these rivets are to be used and upon completion will post the list for others to refer to. Please don't yell at me about not reading the plans...I do, it's just easy at times to overlook something.…See More
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Aircraft Model
CH 750 Cruzer
Project Status
Nearly done
Building From
Kit
Engine installed (or plan to install)
Continental O-200
Your website (about your aircraft...)
http://zenith750stol.blogspot.com/
Building Experience
Have worked on airplanes before
Flying Experience
Private Pilot
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
Built Pietenpol Aircamper to about 50% (1984) SOLD
Designed 3 place taildragger similar to TCraft (still own). Put on hold 1989 to have children...a decision I NEVER regret!
Currently own and fly:
1947 Cessna 140
1966 Cessna 150 (this will become the donor for my CH750 engine)
1941 Taylorcraft BC12-65
Previous aircraft:
1957 Piper Tri Pacer SOLD
1946 Luscombe 8A SOLD

I am retired and currently reside in our hangar loft located on private airstrip.

W4SWK
Home Airport (ie. KMYJ)
Nocona TX

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At 9:07am on June 8, 2018, T.Y. said…

Thanks Ken

How's your build coming? Regards to you family.

At 1:31pm on August 9, 2017, William E Porter said…

Hello Ken,

I just returned from my Harley trip to Sturgis and this is the first time I've been able to get on line.  Saw your pics and looks like your really moving fast on your build.  I've finished my workshop, bench and new trailer and can't wait to go to open hanger in September and pick up the rest of my kit.  I'll post pictures as soon as I figure out how.

Bill

At 11:07am on July 30, 2017, Kurt Satter said…

Kenneth,

I envy you your hangar.  I outgrew my 2-car garage shop and had to move my 701 beast to a local boatyard.  20' ceiling and door BUT: no power (I have a generator); 12' wide (luckily I opted for the 701 folding wing ... terrible design); 4 miles from my home.

Hangar space in North Texas (Dallas area) is scarcer than hen's teeth ... 3 year waiting lists and EXPENSIVE.  I'm currently looking at purchasing a few acres and building with a garage/workshop/hangar.

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Factory Workshop June 15-16 2017

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We are scheduled to attend the factory workshop on June 15-16, 2017.  My wife (Sharlene) will be attending. We are excited about the event and are looking forward to the workshop!

 
 
 

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