Dan Horton, Author at KITPLANES

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Dan Horton has been crazy about airplanes since dope was a good thing. When not in the shop or researching some subject of interest, Dan can be found in his Van’s RV-8. He has been flying more than 40 years, and has not yet caused an international incident. That we are aware of, anyway.

Champions

Dan Horton - December 16, 2013 0

We talk with Grand Champion builders about their experiences building some of the finest airplanes in the world.

The One-Two Punch

Dan Horton - November 15, 2013 0

Placing drilled holes exactly where you want them.

Bead Blast for Bond Prep

Dan Horton - October 27, 2013 0

Surface preparation is easy if you have access to a bead blast cabinet.

The Big Squeeze

Dan Horton - October 27, 2013 1

Fabricating aircraft cables.

Drill Blocks

Dan Horton - September 20, 2013 0

Drill right, drill straight.

All Wrapped Up

Dan Horton - September 20, 2013 0

An illustrated guide to safetying turnbuckles.

Quickly Trimming a Glass Layup

Dan Horton - August 21, 2013 0

An easy way to prevent painful punctures to your fingers.

Tech Tip: Tailwheel Tune-Up

Dan Horton - August 21, 2013 0

Keeping your plane on the straight and narrow.

Tech Tip

Dan Horton - July 19, 2013 7

Forming a Composite Blister.

Shop Tips: Undrilling a Hole in Steel

Dan Horton - July 19, 2013 1

A brass block makes it easy.

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