Steve let me take a look at his RV-12 today. I'd never seen an RV in the shop before, and the RV-12 was one that I'd particularly wanted to see.
The workmanship was very good, and he's making excellent progress. Should be flying shortly.
I haven't decided yet what my next project will be. Steve had excellent praise for Van's customer service, and although I've got the study plans for an RV-8, the plans for the RV-12 are much simpler and more clear. It was definitely impressive.
His shop was sunny. That was such a pleasant change from most homebuilt airplane shops I've seen. Lucky man!
Thanks, Steve, and best of luck with the plane.
David Paule