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CommentsYo Kev, Good luck with ya plane. We need to take it to Chicago when its done. Ya Cuz, Brannon
CommentsHi Kevin Great project to tackle and a good idea to put it all on the web. Let me know how it works. Ernie Austin
CommentsVery impressive Kevin! Great photos - I especially enjoyed the empennage page! Myrna Talbot
CommentsHi Kev, These pictures make me anxious to fly. Can't wait. Mike
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CommentsHey Kev, Just checked to see how your plane is coming. Looks like its coming along pretty strong. I like the news pictures you added. Nice farmers tan by the way, it kinda looks like mine. Good luck, Cousin Brannon
CommentsKev, Just checking on you buddy... making sure you're not slacking off, drinking beer and watching TV instead of working on that plane! Looking good dude!
CommentsExcellent site! I've collected several Corvair core motors, and am looking at the 601XL very seriously for my next build. Are you going taildragger or tri-gear? ding@tbscc.com northwest PA.
CommentsLooking Good.... Are you going to OSH? Jonathan Starke Cape Town, South Africa Zodiac XL Fuse - Done (Rotax 916S) Wings - Right Done, left still to start Canopy - Still to do Panel - 80% done Thus 75% done, 90% to go jonathan@entry.co.za
CommentsHi, I will be a frequent visitor. Have a Corvair conversion in the works, just changed the plane from Buttercup to 601XL after a month in hospital with gasoline burns (VW van and gas can). Want fuel in low wings. Also, WW making all that good stuff can't hurt my building speed. Am 69, so will work from a kit (fastbuild if I can talk the wife into the extra $9000) John Colins, oldguyflier@yahoo.com
CommentsThis is so cool. Now I think I want to make one. Ross Nelson Chicago IL
CommentsJust got back from Oskosh I saw 4 601xls one corvair powered.I wish I was as far along as you.I am plans building and corvair powered also.I have the rudder almost done and starting on the elevator.Any words of advice? Nick Pace Harpers Ferry,WV asknickp@yahoo.com
CommentsHello Kevin. Lance Gingell gave me your web URL as a reference for plans building the 601. You're making it look easy! Like I told Lance, I'm a private pilot with an instrument rating and used to be a member of a local club with 5 aircraft - 172's, Archer, 182 and 210. However, after wife quit working, we bought a bigger home, had two kids and put them in our local Catholic school I basically have nothing left of my income to pursue my interests :-(. Appears that you've managed to get started on your project before coming to those cross roads so be thankful. Once you finish you won't have to sacrifice your hobby. Anyway, just wanted to get your thoughts on going with plans building. Do you find it to be a rewarding experience or more hassle than the savings is worth. Also, how did you like the comfort, feel, handling and performance of the demo? I sat in the Zenith demo and a couple of the LSA versions at Airventure this year but did not get a demo ride so I'm blind relative to flying characteristics. I'm 6'2", 215 lb but the cabin seemed to have adequate hip, shoulder and head room. Every day I find myself daydreaming about building and can hardly resist sending of the payment for a set of plans. Just wanted to get some input from someone with personal experience before committing. So, please reply with your impressions and thoughts about the product, company and process to date - you could be an advocate for another 601XL sale! Thanks again Kevin. Best regards and good luck on continued building success. Jerry "Sonny" Webster Flushing, MI sunmanav8@sbcglobal.net
CommentsWell done Kev,,good web page with great links,,regards John Sheedy,, Australia
CommentsExcellent photos and history. This is the first time I've understood that the Corvair engine is turned backwards. Stupid me, I thought that a new crankshaft came out of the front of the engine. Now the pictures I have seen on Pat Panzera's web site make sense. Rob Hansen Still planning to start a 601 XL
CommentsHey Kevin, It's Ronnie Looks like things are coming along. Thought i would sign your guest book I think I told you i was gonna a year a go...I'm a bad friend : ( WEll I guess I will catch you later.
CommentsHi, Kevin .. After all the helpful pointers you've sent via email, I thought the least I could do is sign your guestbook. I really like your site - informative, well-organized - and the family pix make it nice & "homey" as well. Thx again .. John Adamson j-adamson@tamu.edu
CommentsJust checking up on you buddy! Making sure you have not been slacking, behind school books and work. "He who wishes to fly, must first learn to flap!" (Ancient African-Bootie proverb) Karl
Commentsgit-r-done - brannon
CommentsKevin: Great site; I've saved it as one of my favorites under 601XL construction. I'm headed towards the plans-built way myself. I have 3 corvair engine cores that I've been working on. Keep up the good work. Richard (Conway, Arkansas)
CommentsKevin, I'm also scratch building (at least part) of a Zenith Zodiac 601XL. Keep up the updates. Jenn and Mark
CommentsNICE SITE. I AM PLANS BUILDING CH701. WINGS DONE, FRONT & REAR CABIN DONE RUTTER & STABULAZER DONE. CORVAIR BEING WORKED ON. I FOUND THAT AFTER WORK ALL DAY- THIS WAS A GREAT STRESS RELIVER. GOOD LUCK. MAX BUTLER,CHEYENNE WY
CommentsHello Kevin : Nice site ! How is the progress ? Wish YOU well ! Tim Ault a4266@localnet.com 1-740-695-4650 KC8WBJ
CommentsNice work Kevin! Always good to see progress that comes from the roots of construction. Plans building is the most educational and enjoyable way to go. Keep it up! Larry McFarland www.macsmachine.com
CommentsHi Brainy Brainerton! I really like your website. You are really something! Every time I see anything about aviation, I immediately think of you. Your dedication and perserverance WILL pay off! We're all very proud of you. Shunny said she wants you to put a picture of her on your website cause she is real bad. Bye Bye! Love, Peg
CommentsNote to posters: The above comment is from my mother-in-law (one of them) Peg. How lucky am I. Kevin
CommentsEnjoyed your website. I'm thinking about building a 601XL from plans. Any advice for someone just starting this project would be greatly appreciated. David Clay Temple, Texas dclaytx2@hotmail.com
CommentsKevin, Nice web site and keep up the work. I'm building a 601XL also with a Jabiru 3300. As of today it looks as though I'm moving to the Shelbyville area in summer of '06. Hopefully I'll be flying the 601 down instead of trucking it down. Mark Stauffer 601XL installing engine and avionics Odenton, MD n996xl@cablespeed.com
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CommentsKevin: I like your idea of using cold steel angle in a forming brake as a "die" of sorts to form the 1/8" radius. I have access to a large brake and would like to run an experiment to see if I too could go this route. Two questions: 1) what was the thickness of the cold steel angle that you used; and 2) what is the thickness of the aluminum for the 601XL's main spar/rear spar? thanks. Richard E. Swan richardswan@conwaycorp.net
CommentsLooks good to me. I just ordered my tail and fuselage. If I were younger, I'd build from scratch. Time is steadily marching on! Jimmy Mathis
CommentsHi Kev, -my heart aches and you do know why... when you get that plane done and flying you are sort of living my dream -lucky runt. Just kidding, I am very impressed w/what you are doing, keep it going dude. Oh, I was surprised that there actually IS a picture of your wife... and it was very cute!! But no pics of my kids??? What is that all about?? Anyway, you've done very nice work with these pages! See ya! Luv, Lena
CommentsThat picture of you and Sam is really CUTE! Wow, B.B., it really looks like you are making a lot of progress on your plane. Before you know it, you'll be flying all of us to New York City to see (baby) Sam! Eat your heart out, John Travolta!
CommentsLooking Good! -- Cora & Keith Newcomb
CommentsLooking Good! -- Cora & Keith Newcomb
CommentsHey, Kevin!! Looking good! If burn-out sets in, go get a copy of Plane and Pilot or any other fly book and take youself away from the project a while. Then go back to it refreshed and ready to tear into it with renewed vigor and probably new ideas! Keep on keepin' on! Rick Beckman Midwest Mudworks 729 MSL and sinking Zodie 601 XL Jabiru 3300 52EB (res.) www.sharbo.us/thebird
CommentsGilles Courcelles Bravo !!
CommentsHi Kevin Your site is an inspiration for all of us to get started on are own projects. Thanks for taking the time to put it on line. About to start scratch building 701 Thanks. Terry- tsteffler@earthlink.net
CommentsHi, Kevin, and thanks for doing your web site so well. I'm an XL builder in central Virginia, with a son in school in Nashville. I'd like to visit your project next time I'm back in TN (likely to be Memorial Day wknd or July 4), if it's convenient for you. David Glass deglass1@aol.com
CommentsGreat job! I am starting on mine now. Looking for a set of flanging dies to rent or borrow. skyguynca@skyguynca.com
CommentsGood Show Kevin! Envy your energy. Look forward to hearing more from you. Ken Arnold arno7452@bellsouth.net
Commentsman, what have you gone and gotten yourself into? looks amazingly fun.. dave
CommentsHi Kevin Nice site! It has inspired me to get in gear. Regards: Clyde Barcus
Commentshi kev- mike came home today so excited about seeing the plane! he told me all about it.( sorry i had to work today and couldn't be there). anyway, we think you are pretty amazing, MISTER. keep up the good work!
CommentsLooking good buddy! Now I know why we haven't seen or heard much from you guys... you've been busy!!! Wow.. can't believe how much you've got done since I last saw it.
CommentsKevin, Great web sight. I'll add it my bookmarks. I'm also doing the XL plans build, Corvair combination. Keep it up. Dan Dempsey
Commentswow!!!! I am very impressed!!!! Melissa Lee Stipes
CommentsI wish i had the computer skills to keep a log as yourslarry webber 601xl builder richmond rhode island
CommentsI orginally found your site by following the lead for the table you built (you provided the link in the Zenith List). But I am intrigued by your engine choice too. I have WW's manual for converting the Corvair engine; I have the engine (much rougher exterior than the one in your pictures); and I am negotiating with an individual for a 601 XL kit. At any rate. Thanks for all the info on your site. H D Yarbrough Cowley, WY yarbro@tctwest.net
CommentsI orginally found your site by following the lead for the table you built (you provided the link in the Zenith List). But I am intrigued by your engine choice too. I have WW's manual for converting the Corvair engine; I have the engine (much rougher exterior than the one in your pictures); and I am negotiating with an individual for a 601 XL kit. At any rate. Thanks for all the info on your site. H D Yarbrough Cowley, WY yarbro@tctwest.net
CommentsLooking Good, Kevin! Keith Newcomb keithnewcomb@bellsouth.net
CommentsKevin, Looks like the old college try is working pretty good for you. I am seriously thinking about scratch building the CH-701 and even though they are two different aircraft, the process is the same. How do you make the flanges on the lighting holes for the bulk heads, ribs ect? Also, in general, what is your take on the complexity of building from scratch? From what I see on your web site, you've got a handle on it! Good work and thanks for the inspriation. Robert, My personal e-mail address is: safetybob13@yahoo.com
CommentsIf Damian is the Damian from nissan, I have met him and actually begged a piecs of scrap for a bracket I made incorrectly. i know he is busy since I work there as well. I would like to see your project one day if possible. Thanks, Rich simmons M'boro, TN 4rcsimmons@comcast.net
CommentsHi Kevin Great site it looks like your doing a great job Could you tell me where i can go to get the cad drawings for the wing ribs thanks John Brumpton Scratch Builder Australia
CommentsNice work. Could you point me in the right direction for CAD printouts. jboglilaw@cox.net. thanks.
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CommentsHey Kevin, Looking good! Keep at it, as I'm sure you will be flying it in no time -- I start my Radial Rocket somewhere around the first of 2007 -- I'm sure I'll be back with questions for you, so get ready! Thank you -- Andy Hawes andy717@comcast.net
CommentsHi Kevin: I met you at the EAA Chapter meeting showing off your project. I can't get it out of my mind. I am definitely gooing to build one, just like you - from scratch. I am now arranging my garage, finishing a deck, and before the end of Dec I will start. I am schedualed to go to the factory workshop about Jan 7th. Please call me at home 356-1855, cell 429-2824, work 366-1220. Thanks, Paul Webb.
CommentsI thought you had always wanted a pimped out Aerostar minvan
CommentsNice website. I too am building a 601 XL with a Corvair. Tail is done, wings are ordered & shipping this week, and I have my engine core disassembled and am ordering parts. - Patrick pwhoyt@yahoo.com
CommentsKevin, I have contacted you by e-mail once before. I too am building a 601. Anyhow, I screwed up a 6b1-7 of my kit. You owe me nothing and a no is ok however I need to ask. Do you have a break that can bend me another part? If so would you mind doing it or helping one evening? It is this or order another from Zenith. I have asked one other builder and have yet to hear so . . .. Also, I have contacted some builders locally of Zenith air craft to see if they would like to meet for a burger one evening. Would you have any interest? I am not interested in builing a club or anything like that. There appears to be around 4 or 5 in the general area. Thanks for your time. Rich Simmons 4rcsimmons@comcast.net Murfreesboro, TN
CommentsHi Kevin, I am inspired by your intelligence and enthusiasm to built your plane.Wish u a great success. S.K.Kaliariwala
CommentsKevin, The site and airplane look great. Keep working it! -Your framing pal, Nathan
Commentsjames baer nice plane
CommentsLooks like things are progressing well there Kevin. Nice work. Cheers, ..lance (N601LG 172 hrs) http://lancegingell.com/plane.asp
CommentsHi, was really nice to see your heididog - I also had a dog called heididog, sadly she died two years ago but we wont forget her funny ways.
CommentsHello, Kevin. Very intresting site and a very good job. I'm from Brazil and I was luking about corvair converted engines comments, whem I saw your site. I built a Hapi canard Dragonfly, 15 years ago with a 60 hp VW converted engine, and now, I am planning to upgrade it with a stronger engine, and one idea is to use a corvair because others are very expensive. Can you tell me if it is a good engine as I think, and if it is possible yet to buy a good core and safety parts in USA today. I uould like to have your comments to francisco.p.lacerda@gmail.com. Thanks for your information and good flies. Lacerda
CommentsGreat site. Keep up the good work. Really enjoy going through other builders sites. Learn something every time. Ron
CommentsGreat site, Kevin. Hope to park next to you at a major fly-in some day... Patrick 601XL/Corvair
Commentshello kevin i am hossein 34 old managment from IRAN I am very happy that visit and fund your site .I have a wish sime you . my english is very bad
CommentsKevin, I really don't see how you can make a wing rib for $5. Everytime I make one, it costs me at LEAST $6.50. Love,your wicked stepmother-in-law
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CommentsGreat site. Keep up the good work. Ron Lalonde 601XL. Plan 6520 Debert, Nova Scotia, Canada Kevin Bonds' CH601XL project.
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