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Old 08-22-2007, 03:13 PM   #193 (permalink)
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NO BRAKES?!!? how will it stop when it lands @ like 50mph?
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:19 PM   #194 (permalink)
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NO BRAKES?!!? how will it stop when it lands @ like 50mph?

I heard that he is looking for young volunteers to run into....you offering?
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:24 PM   #195 (permalink)
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I heard that he is looking for young volunteers to run into....you offering?

No thanks! but it was a serious question! How is this thing going to stop?
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:26 PM   #196 (permalink)
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I was wondering the same thing SB... BTW guys, did you leave a washer off one of the prop bolts?

i'm not trying to point anything out, just curious.
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:27 PM   #197 (permalink)
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Are we there yet?

I missed my school bus!!
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:28 PM   #198 (permalink)
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and and BTW... i'm excited about this, it's going to be SWEEEEEEEEET.
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Old 08-22-2007, 03:46 PM   #199 (permalink)
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Engine run up is sick....love it...cant wait to see her maiden...
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Old 08-22-2007, 04:17 PM   #200 (permalink)
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I volenteer to be in the cockpit!!!
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Old 08-22-2007, 04:30 PM   #201 (permalink)
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Just spoke with John. If everything works out, they are going to maiden on Friday evening. FG has friends who will be in attendance to bring back photos and video, and we'll get it up fast.
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Old 08-22-2007, 05:07 PM   #202 (permalink)
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How many channels does this baby have? Wish I could be there! Good luck on the maiden!
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Old 08-22-2007, 06:30 PM   #203 (permalink)
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Conrad, I noticed the mixed washers on the prop as well... didn't I SB?
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Old 08-22-2007, 06:42 PM   #204 (permalink)
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I wish you guys the best of luck on the maiden. You guys are going to have a blast. Kudo's for all involved in this project. Things like this benefit all of us in the long run. I can't wait to here about your successful test flight.
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