Fuselage order, deletions and options...

[tkatc]

Since I just bought a set of second hand QB wings, I am ready to order the fuse. Probably going slow build to save on money. I have read the fuse is relatively fun to build. The only option I know I want to splurge on if Grove gear. Not sure on 1 piece or two but if you have any suggestions, fire away. Given that info...what needs to be deleted from my fuse order?

What options should I be thinking about now? I need guidance. What did you delete/add and why?

[g zero]

Not much to delete you can delete the tail wheel if you go with an Aviation Products model , I deleted the gear legs , was going Grove but ended up buying a set of Vans gear for $100 . Go with the in flight adjustable peddles , aileron trim ( manual , cheap , easy , if you don't need it ) . Tell Vans you have the wings , the longerons come with the wing kit , you may need add them to the order.
If you are going fuel injected , the fuel lines and pump install will take place before the forward side skins are riveted . I used the pump from EFII ( my install is on their web site )
The fuselage goes together pretty quick ,might consider the finishing kit about half way thru.

[8CW]

I deleted the tailwheel, I went with a Bell. I also deleted the gear, I went with the 1-piece Grove. If you choose this option, you will need to modify the bottom forward skin if you want to make the gear removable. It is possible that Grove would make you a 1-piece airfoil gear if you want to dig deep into your pockets...

[tkatc]

Yes, I will probably go with an aftermarket tailwheel set-up as well, getting rid of the chains for a simpler and more asthetic install with a fixed arm.

What are the net increases in price for these mods? Deleting Vans gear will save me X but adding aftermarket parts will add X?

I probably asked this question at the wrong time. Many who would respond are probably at OSH.

[g zero]

Vans gear credit aprox $600 , Grove gear aprox $2200 .

[Mike S]

Take a good long hard look at the Show Planes canopy.

http://www.showplanes.com/index.php?...c4c05a0oh6rzj9

[tkatc]

Thanks Mike. I think I have already decided on a Todd's canopy but that's a decision I have to make with the finishing kit, correct?

[Mike S]

Todds only makes the plastic bubble.

The Show Planes can use it or Vans canopy/bubble.

What the Show Planes gives you is the fast back and the tip over.

And, more shoulder room in the front seat

[tkatc]

Bump this up. I am itching to order the fuse NOW but need more sound advice first. I know I will be using grove gear and I would like to use a Bell tIlwheel fork but I am not sure they are still being made. Also, are all the different tailwheel control arms the same? (not a fan of vans chains/springs)

[EdH]

Doug Bell has a new batch of tailwheels in progress, so let him know you'd like one (but be mindful of waiting a while due to the recent passing of Mr Bell Snr). It's a product that's worth waiting for.

Otherwise, Andair fuel selector to replace the Van's unit (even Van's are making Andair standard in their latest model now ).

Grove gear - they might even have some left from the latest batch. Think about brake reservoirs on the pedal master cylinders, rather than reservoir on the firewall (less pipe work - some people for, some against). Grove sell those too.