The kit is great and I am enjoying the build. You kind of get into a rhythm and before you know, 4 hours have passed (thats how long I spend each evening building). I have had some head scratching moments (having one at the moment), but a bit of internet research and bugging Phil Cronje and you are back on your way. This is my first kit, but I used to build model airplanes before this. I guess if you are comfortable reading plans and relatively handy, anyone can do it. I have to stop myself every now and then as mistakes are easy to make. Measure, measure, check, cleco, measure and then drill. I will have to sell my Challenger to pay for the engine and instruments, but that is a few months away.LenM wrote:Love the pics, please keep posting them!
How have you found the kit and build so far? I believe the Zenith kits are all encompassing and 'relatively easy' to assemble?
Have you built another aerie before this one?!
AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, hope you'll still be flying the Challenger..
I have decided against the Yaris, BMW and other "alternative" engines to protect the resale value of my aerie. It seems the market isn't ready to try out alternative engine choices (look how long it took for the Jabiru engine to sort out its reliability issues). I am sure these new developments are going to help the light aviation industry and start putting some pressure on the aircraft engine manufacturers, so keep going!!