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Old 01-09-2005 | 05:08 PM
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What is the defference between the Skybolt and the Super Skybolt? Is it just the manufacture? Is it a size difference?

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Old 01-09-2005 | 05:23 PM
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I think the Skybolt was an open cockpit design, sometimes a seater. The Super Skybolt had more power and an enclosed cockpit
Old 01-09-2005 | 07:22 PM
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I think the Skybolt was an open cockpit design, sometimes a seater. The Super Skybolt had more power and an enclosed cockpit
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Old 01-09-2005 | 08:37 PM
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To my understanding, the Super Skybolt was a moniker given a full-scale Skybolt powered by the Lycoming IO-540 six-cylinder engine. The "normal" Skybolts are typically powered by a four cylinder IO-360.

A real Skybolt can be built as either an open-cockpit or with a bubble canopy. Neither option makes it "super".

There are also some differences in the structural and aesthetic design between those aircraft built to the older (pre-1970-something) plans, and the newer plans. Most noticeable are the differences in the elevator and hor. stab.

For honest, accurate information about the Skybolt, Pitts S1, Pitts M-14, and Knight Twister, go to www.steenaerolab.com

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Old 01-11-2005 | 09:47 AM
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If I was to get a SIG Skybolt kit, would the GP Super Skybolt canopy fit on it?

I believe the SIG Skybolt is open cockpit.

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Old 01-11-2005 | 03:30 PM
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I'm not sure but I think the GP Skybolt is larger.
Old 01-11-2005 | 04:43 PM
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Don't think sig still make the skybolt, I have one that i started but was apprehensive about the soldering on the cabane strut so have not finished it ( my soldering skills), I will do though. Nice looking plane.
Old 01-11-2005 | 10:58 PM
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Every once in awhile you will see one on EBay. One was just sold recently for about $80

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