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    Rutan Long EZ

    in AUS/NZ General Discussion

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    How long will it take to build the Cosy, downunder?

    I'm on Chapter 13(nose) and 14(centre spar) at the moment. The main tub and nose is done and its on its main gear, haven't done much this winter, too cold for glassing, just getting back into it now. realistically I think I have another 2-3yrs to go...

     

     

    Rutan Long EZ

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    Thought I'd chime in as im building a Cozy.. anyone can see the problems in your decision as you probably do yourself..In my opinion I would not buy that Long, it has many problems to say the least, 20yrs since it flew, engine is very suspect, the build quality is not known, it flew for 1 hour? maybe red flags there...wings or canard might have problems...Maybe the airframe might be ok, just ditch the engine and get something else..who knows? If you want a Long Ez or Varieze or Cozy, you could buy one from the States and get a better deal doing that...(share a container etc)...or if you are like me and like building stuff, the Open Long Ez plans are available for anyone...http://forum.canardaviation.com/showthread.php?t=6129

     

    Just my 5cents

     

     

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    What do you do for a living?

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    @downundertrucker: Do you like the EZ's? I've always liked the look of them ever since I saw one at Archerfield.

    Yes, I like most canards. They are very efficient economical aircraft although their down side is they need alot of runway and not really suited for grass/dirt strips. The Long EZ is one of the best I think in terms of economy and cross country capability...and no one can argue at how cool they look...

     

     

    Hi All

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    Welcome John - Sounds like a couple of neat projects. Why not start a thread on them & their progress for us all to see...........

    Thanks all, Yep, will definitely do a thread soon....

     

    Just as a side, is there any other canard flyers/builders here?

     

     

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