Carl Babst Raven Taildragger - Finally ATF!!!
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- Induna
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Carl Babst Raven Taildragger - Finally ATF!!!
Hi,
I started an exciting new project, a Carl Babst Raven Taildragger. While Carl is busy constructing the kit, i am aquiring all the extras needed...
Functional specs:
Engine: Rotax 912 ULS
Prop: Sensenich 70" GA prop
Gear: Grove aluminium spring blade
Wheels: Matco W60 6" wheels and hydraulic brakes
I will post some pictures once i get the aircraft kit and when i'm starting to assemble the other components. Engine and FWF kit is due for delivery end of next week. (Thanks to Leon for a great deal...)
I will share my exciting new building experience with you.
Jacques
I started an exciting new project, a Carl Babst Raven Taildragger. While Carl is busy constructing the kit, i am aquiring all the extras needed...
Functional specs:
Engine: Rotax 912 ULS
Prop: Sensenich 70" GA prop
Gear: Grove aluminium spring blade
Wheels: Matco W60 6" wheels and hydraulic brakes
I will post some pictures once i get the aircraft kit and when i'm starting to assemble the other components. Engine and FWF kit is due for delivery end of next week. (Thanks to Leon for a great deal...)
I will share my exciting new building experience with you.
Jacques
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Geluk Jacques ek is bly jy en Leon kon tot 'n vergelyk kom en sterkte met die bou proses.
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Hi,
I got some parts, ie. wheels, tyres, master cylinders, axles, etc. Unfortunately the tubes are incorrectly supplied and does not fit the wheels. (Must have 90deg bends in valve)
I am excited to see the 912 FWF kit that I got... Should be delivered by the end of the week.
I will put up some pics soon. I will be out of the country again next week, so I will continue with the project by the end of April. The airframe shouldnt take too long to be ready for collection...
J
I got some parts, ie. wheels, tyres, master cylinders, axles, etc. Unfortunately the tubes are incorrectly supplied and does not fit the wheels. (Must have 90deg bends in valve)
I am excited to see the 912 FWF kit that I got... Should be delivered by the end of the week.
I will put up some pics soon. I will be out of the country again next week, so I will continue with the project by the end of April. The airframe shouldnt take too long to be ready for collection...
J
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Sounds like an interesting project. Do you have any pics of progress so far?
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Hi,bobthebuilder wrote:Sounds like an interesting project. Do you have any pics of progress so far?
I am currently out of the country and will be back soon. Carl is still busy with the airframe, but I did get the FWF kit and will post some pics as soon as I am back...
Jacques
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
I have flown Carl's aircraft for many years now with great happiness and success.
BUT, I have always wanted a taildragger version. This must be one of the prettiest planes around and I not only want to see pics, but I want a ride in her as soon as finished.
Where are you based?????? Please let me know as I am an avid supporter of Carl and maintain that these aircraft are absolutely the best value for money and the least appreciated of any in this country.
Joe Stark
BUT, I have always wanted a taildragger version. This must be one of the prettiest planes around and I not only want to see pics, but I want a ride in her as soon as finished.
Where are you based?????? Please let me know as I am an avid supporter of Carl and maintain that these aircraft are absolutely the best value for money and the least appreciated of any in this country.
Joe Stark
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Airscrewd, i agree that this is a very underrated aircraft. It's very stable and a forgiving aerie...
It will be based in Saldanha. When you ever visit the lovely West Coast, you are most welcome to take a flip...!
I will post pics as soon as i collect the airframe.
J
It will be based in Saldanha. When you ever visit the lovely West Coast, you are most welcome to take a flip...!
I will post pics as soon as i collect the airframe.
J
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Hi,
Here are some pictures of some of the components. The project is progressing good.
I will upload some more images as the project continues...
Jacques
Here are some pictures of some of the components. The project is progressing good.
I will upload some more images as the project continues...
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Come on now!!!! Tell Carl get get his "A" into gear.........I want to see this beauty before I get too old. ![Wink ;-)](./images/smilies/icon_wink.gif)
When you are ready to fly, we need to talk about trimming the aircraft and this particular prop. I have some experience and some tricks which improve the all-round performance.
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![Wink ;-)](./images/smilies/icon_wink.gif)
When you are ready to fly, we need to talk about trimming the aircraft and this particular prop. I have some experience and some tricks which improve the all-round performance.
Joe Stark 079 515 7142
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Hi, yes I am also anxiously waiting, but Allclad was out of stock on some of the sheeting and extrusions, hence the delay...Airscrewed wrote:Come on now!!!! Tell Carl get get his "A" into gear.........I want to see this beauty before I get too old.
When you are ready to fly, we need to talk about trimming the aircraft and this particular prop. I have some experience and some tricks which improve the all-round performance.
Joe Stark 079 515 7142
This will be the greatest looking Raven in the country with her tailwheel!
![Laughing :lol:](./images/smilies/icon_lol.gif)
Are you referring to the Sensenich prop?
Jacques
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Its been a while since an update. The project is going well...
Work already done:
1. Fuselage construction done
2. Main gear installed and wheels fitted
3. Elevator electric trim tab fitted
4. Tailwheel and spring fitted
I will continue work once I am back in SA again. Hope to have her flying soon...
Work already done:
1. Fuselage construction done
2. Main gear installed and wheels fitted
3. Elevator electric trim tab fitted
4. Tailwheel and spring fitted
I will continue work once I am back in SA again. Hope to have her flying soon...
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Re: Carl Babst Raven Taildragger
Just some pics...
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Looking good
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Wow
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