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Oh Man! That does look tight!

I may have to consider those wing tanks....they look good!

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It will get done a lot QUICKER if you stay off the COMPUTER!!!!!!!! :) Scotty

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Funny, My boss tells me the same thing!

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Pretty sweet jet!! Looks FAST!! ;);)

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Getting closer..

Hows your's going Dave?

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Looking forward to some Bandito action at the Willow!

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I would say it will take me 5 day to build that:D

Henry

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That’s because you’ve built like 20 of them lol

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I am close. Last night I got the front board in place and upon testing the air system I found a leak...bad T....

Tonight I should have it complete with the exception of the cockpit/canopy. I have been saving them for last.

I like the "distributed" equipment install as it makes some aspects easier but you still run out or room quickly on this jet.

The Maiden is set for Sunday, weather permitting. She looks fast to me, I hope Jake does not have too much problem with it.

Maybe some pictures tomorrow....

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just tell him to throttle back and ease into the power after a few laps.

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I’m sure Jake will do fine. If I remember the last time we were on the flight line with the Boomer Jake was saying he wished it were faster!!

He is going to love the bandit!!

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Hey Buck! I'm a long lost friend of yours. Been trying to track you down for some time now. Check your usmc.mil email account for my email to you. Hint: Where you goin' with my BK's??!!

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dude!!!!! i'll chat ya later!!! check your email.

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pictures?

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Here are some pictures of the Fuel tanks. The front tank is for smoke [>:]

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I will have pictures tonight....

Jeff, with the smoke pump installed in that location will the header tank sit in its "mount" properly? I had to mount mine aft of the bulkhead that the fuel pump sits on.....

What Turbine you using, I dont remember if you told me....

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Dave, What forward tank do you have?

I have the newest one and the front half is at an angel and it clears both pumps.

Im running a P-80.

Do you have the pipe installed yet?

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Can it be done?....the answer is......YES!

She, with very minor exception, is complete. Too tired for pictures tonight....

I did the best I could with the time alloted....

Jeff, I must have an older version of that same tank.....The pipe is installed, along with everything else! :D:D:D

Pictures and engine runs tomorrow!

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Well???? Pics?? Maiden??

Let's see.....


See you lads next week...

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She Flys!

3 flights today and everything went nearly perfect. Chad (Sin City Jets) made the first two flights, Jake made the 3rd. The Bandit flew sweet and the booster 90 pushed her right along!

Jake handled it like a pro....he even shot a great landing! Overall it was a great day! I have a few pictures to share....

I would like to thank a few people that helped me get this project done:

Chad, for his endless support and encouragement. He made this happen, he is a true gentleman and he treats Jake like his own.

evoJet Booster Engines

Patty and Bob at BVM, they were instrumental in getting this project off the ground (no pun intended). They run a tight ship and were extremely helpful.

Rob Lynch, thanks for the custom pipe and technical support.

Steve Morris for covering me on needed parts and several tech support calls

And most importantly, Mrs InboundLZ for allowing me to spend the last 40 days in the shop!

Looking forward to California Jets!

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Hi,

Shannon could do it in a week.....

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What can I say....I am slow and I admit it!

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Hey Congrats guys
Looks like Jake has a new ride !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Look forward to seeing his skills again up here in Montana
Later

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Congrats again to you and Jake Dave. It was a long time coming, but well worth the wait. I can't wait to see Jake grow to the "next level" with that Bandit.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, the Bandit Arf is the best flying plane I've ever flown (Ultra Bandit included).

You the man Jake!

Chad

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Congrats guys..

Mine is ready as well. Nice work Dave.. Jake is a lucky kid!!

See you guys at CA-Jets.