slartibartfast Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Well, I finally got there. After 30,000 extra k's on the Territory going to Taree every spare minute, expensive time away from work, much blood and sweat (no tears yet), it's in one piece. And what a piece it is. I'm very happy with the result (understatement of epic proportions). If it flies as well as I think it looks, it will fly like a very flyee thing. Introducing, my Cheetah. [ATTACH]4360.vB[/ATTACH] There's a couple of things not done for these shots because this was between showers. Most noticably the strobes, wing to fuse rubber seals and wing-walks (funny because I spent many nights sleeping in the back of the car at a rest stop called Wang Wauk). [ATTACH]4361.vB[/ATTACH] Garry made this prop and painted it black to surprise me. I love it. [ATTACH]4362.vB[/ATTACH] A teaser of the seats. [ATTACH]4363.vB[/ATTACH] Gerry the graphics guy made my vision for the Cheetah a reality. He did an awesome job. [ATTACH]4364.vB[/ATTACH] The spats aren't firmly in place here. The brakes still needed bleeding and I'm waiting on better tyres. [ATTACH]4365.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]4366.vB[/ATTACH] Pylon500's hangar and house in the background. See what I mean about the weather? [ATTACH]4367.vB[/ATTACH] The brothers cowering in the hangar. [ATTACH]4368.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]4369.vB[/ATTACH] These seats are as comfy as they look. I was most impressed with the upholstery guy. [ATTACH]4370.vB[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]4371.vB[/ATTACH] A temporary marine compass up top. The real deal is coming soon. The cockpit and panel came together just the way I wanted. I plan to spend many a blissful hour in here. [ATTACH]4372.vB[/ATTACH] So there it is. There wasn't enough sun to really show off the paint. It glows. Final inspection was perfect. It weighed in at 267 Kgs. That's 12 Kg lighter than Garry's original which surprised everyone because mine has a few extras here and there. We think most of it is the quality paint. A lot lighter than the enamel Garry used. Gives me lots of usable load. It has plenty of storage space forward and aft to fill. If it's just me and a full load of fuel (95lt) I have to make sure I have everything stored in the forward hold to keep the C of G within limits. Approval was given for a ferry flight to Goulburn - hopefully next weekend. First flight should be Tuesday if I can get the paperwork sorted. If that all goes well, Wannabigaplane will fly me up in his Tornado on Saturday (thanks again Jack) because I'm back in Canberra this week. Garry has volunteered to do the flight testing (wouldn't have it any other way). [big Kev mode] I'm excited! [/big Kev mode] Coming soon to an airport near you. See you all then. Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigPete Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Mate - that's one wicked aeroplane ;);) - a real kool kitty - congratulations. regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest High Plains Drifter Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Very nice - is that a paw print under the rego? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Very nice and very cool, love the paint job Ross. Will look forward to seeing it in Mildura. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whack777 Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Magnificent looking aeroplane Rosss. You must be very proud and extremely excited. Regards Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyer Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Nice work Ross. Great looking aircraft. All the best for the test flights. ;) Regards Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sain Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Great looking airplane Ross - are you going to trot it out for us all to drool over at the Chrissy BBQ (12pm Saturday Dec 22nd at Goulburn - all welcome)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chird65 Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Fantastic work, Congratulations from a Lurker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Very nice Ross, colour scheme is fanstastic and the finish looks great, you must be very happy and proud. So when's the first "Goulburn Fly-in" to celebrate for all us locals? Cheers, Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest David C Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 One very "cool " looking airplane . You must be very proud and pleased . Well done mate , a real beauty . Fly safe , and hope to catch up with you soon . Congrats Dave C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathew Ker Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Congratulations Ross. Your work is an inspiration to the many would-be builders lurking in dark corners and trying to work out how to convince our better half this would be a great investment of time and money. I imagine you'll have a grin you can't shave off every time you fly, especially your first fly-in as you hop out of your new kool kitty. Fly safe and we look forward to many reports. Mathew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted November 25, 2007 Author Share Posted November 25, 2007 Thanks everyone. Yes - the grin is permanent. I'm chuffed you guys like it too. I thought it may be just me. HPD - yes there are paw prints under the rego. I carried the motif through to the seat backs too. Geoff - Mildura is definitely on the list. Sain and Matt - Goulburn will be home, hopefully starting Sunday. So I'll be there alright. We even flushed out a lurker. Nice to see you Chird65. Thanks again for the kind words. I hope to show you all the kool kitty (cute name Pete) in person sometime soon. Cheers, Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fred Bear Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Ross. Finally mate! I know you have been waiting can we say, 'so bad'? Well worth the wait. I like it. Leaves some food for thought for other Cheetah owners to follow. Now that you will be only down the rd (as the Cheetah flies) expect you at The Oaks soon. I think the call sign should be 'Cat 5151. Enjoy Ross and congrats mate ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flyer40 Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 So it's official, Morgan Aero Works produce the coolest aircraft in Australia. Awesome looking plane Ross. I'm looking forward to seeing it in the flesh, and going for that ride. Mal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deskpilot Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Very, very nice Ross, congratulations, I'm envious all over again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfred Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 One smart looking machine Congratulations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest browng Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Damn! I just drooled on my keyboard.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Looks FANTASTIC Ross. And so fast to get it done too. Great to see that artistic flair in your graphics design. Can't wait to see it in the pelt. Regards Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yenn Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Great work Ross. A very good advert for the Cheetah. Maybe I should stop my long ongoing design of a 2 seat Corby Starlet style plane and have a good look at this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultralights Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 looks sweet! ut i have a question, what has been the total cost to flying stage? and how long has it taken in manhours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hfrensch Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Well done, one exceptional looking pleasure machine. I am certain pleasure = looks which means you wil get a imense amount of pleasure out of flying this aircraft. After the hard work it will be well deserved . Happy cloud chasing. Cheers Helmut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest disperse Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Looks like I'll be lighting another cigar for ya tonight. SWEEET !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eastmeg2 Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Great looking airplane Ross - are you going to trot it out for us all to drool over at the Chrissy BBQ (12pm Saturday Dec 22nd at Goulburn - all welcome)? Sain, Barby sounds great, I should be there that weekend just before Xmas packing up the trike to tow home and then to Taree Xmas night to start the coastal run to Evans Head. Weather permitting on the day we'll fly in for the Barby. Cheers, Glen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eastmeg2 Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 And Slarti, Love those graphics, almost makes me want to go 3-axis. Cheers, Glen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Decca Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Well done Ross, I love it. Interested in your response to Ultralight's post too. Regards, Decca. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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