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davidhwright(at)mac.com
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 Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 2:07 am Post subject: Questionaire |
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Bill
SETTING THE STAGE
1. Yes I was aware of the Zenith list, it was one of the reasons I
chose to build the 601XL
2. I did not need to post questions, the list is so well established
that a search of the archive usually reveals that someone has asked
the question before.
3. The previously posted responses gave comprehensive advice - not
always the same answer though - this gave a reassuring balance with
good point and bad points - which are totally lacking in a any
manufacturers web site or advertising.
4. not applicable
5. Nearest builder of 601xl lives around 20 minutes from my home
6. As 5,
7. There is only one local builder - and I did not want to keep
bothering him with trivial 'newbie' questions. The list has a wealth
of practical information available that you can research as and when
you need it. It is much better to learn from someone else's mistakes!!!
8. As 7.
DAY TO DAY
1. I haven't posted on the list, I have been a member since November
2005, ordered my tail kit in early January 2006 and took delivery 31
January. I don't feel as yet I have the necessary knowledge or
expertise to post advice to others and as I said - most of the
questions I have already have an answer in the archives.
2. I read all posts - majority of technical questions are excellent -
some of the opinions are how can I say it - opinionated.
3. Majority of advice re techniques are obtained from list.
Technical queries have been answered by the Czech Aircraft Works - I
would like in on record that Marketa at the CZAW is absolutely
excellent, she answers e-mails by return and chases up the technical
answers and sends out parts very quickly.
4. Technical initially - I check e-mails everyday - so I suppose
there is a social aspect as well.
CRUNCH TIME
I haven't had too many major screw ups, although a couple of holes
drilled in the wrong place caused me some pain. Again advice on
archive about filling holes with rivets was reassuring.
I now stop when I get stuck instead of rushing on and guessing, the
advice on the list - the plans are always right is invaluable. Even
when you are convinced they are wrong don't disregard them. My
problems usually occurs when I am following the US plans and I forget
to check whether the Czech plans update it. (There are supplementary
Czech plans to every US plan)
I have no doubt that I will start posting on the list shortly - As a
direct result of the list I bought the excellent Homebuilt Help DVD
and because of that I felt brave enough to start scratch building the
wings.
Again from the list I have sourced plans to build a 4' bending brake
and from the CH601.org web site I have sourced plans and built the
bench mounted riveting tool. The list has pointed me at other
builders web sites and I have learned a lot from the information there.
Problems from the kit manufacturer - the main issue is the two sets
of plans, it is easy to follow he US measurements and then turn the
page over and find they have been amended by the CZAW. One issue I
had was the wiring for the trim tab in the elevator. The plans
showed a grommet leading the wire out of the front edge, then the
plans called for a cross shaped hole to be cut in the inboard rib. I
could not understand this, eventually I received a reply from Milan
at the CZAW who said it was for a BNC connector to act as a quick
disconnect. Not being an electrician I did not know about the
technicalities of a BNC connector and when I eventually I spoke to a
relative who is an avionics engineer - he pointed out that it was
only a two wire connector and not a five wire connector which was
what I needed. I recontacted Marketa at the CZAW and she e-mailed
back to say there had been a misunderstanding and Milan should have
said I required a Canon connector. She has now posted the connector
out to me as it was not included in the kit they sent out to me. In
hindsight I could have posted this on the list - but the drawing the
problem arose on was the CZAW one and not the US version. This has
been annoying as it held me up for several weeks.
BOTTOM LINE
1. Yes
2. The project has never been hopeless - I have been hopeless / inept
at times, but the list demonstrates that everyone goes through the
same problems
3. Yes without any reservation - it has proved invaluable to me as I
move on from being a newbie
Dave
601XL - scratchbuild - wings
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On 24 Jun 2006, at 21:37, Bill Naumuk wrote:
[quote] SETTING THE STAGE
1. Were you aware of, and did you join a builder's list before
you made a final kit choice?
2. Did you post questions on the list re: your reservations
concerning a potential choice?
3. Did the responses (Assuming any) have a significant effect
on your final choice?
4. If "No" to the above, how long had you been building before
joining?
5. How long would it take to drive to the nearest local
builder of your kit brand and model?
6. How long would it take to drive to the nearest local
builder of your kit brand?
7. Was the lack of local builders the primary reason you
joined a list?
8. If "No" to any of the above, why did you join a list?
DAY TO DAY
1. How many days a week do you post to your list? (Do you feel
more of a need to be an active
contributor vs a passive member)
2. Are most of your posts re: specific technical questions/
answers, or are they more socially
and opinion oriented?
3. What is the percentage of answers/leads to technical
questions you get from your list as
opposed to other sources?
4. Do you find your participation in a list more satisfying
from a technical or social aspect?
CRUNCH TIME (This is the "Essay test" portion)
We've all been faced with major setbacks. No matter the
circumstances, the first
question is "How did that happen?" Answer as many times as you
like. Suggestions for
content are:
Did you know before you posted that you were the cause of the
problem? If you knew
you screwed up, did you post to "Admit your guilt and confess
your sins", getting the reinforcement
from other listers like, "Yeah, join the club", enabling you
to go on? Were you angry at yourself
or depressed? How long does it take you to get over the anger/
depression/indecision and back to work?
Did you post to determine where you screwed up? Was the list
instrumental in finding
the reason?
How do you feel about problems attributable to the kit
manufacturer?
BOTTOM LINE
1. Has membership to the list been worthwhile?
2. Has membership to the list provided enough support to
salvage a seemingly hopeless project?
3. Would you recommend membership in a list to a newbie?
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| Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 6:20 am Post subject: Questionaire |
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Thanks, Dave. I agree, 2 thumbs up for the HH DVD.
Bill
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