Eric Stewart, Author at KITPLANES

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https://sr-1.weebly.com/

Eric Stewart is designing and building the SR-1, a speed plane for setting records in the FAI c-1a/0 category (takeoff weight less than 661 pounds, including pilot and fuel). You can see more at facebook.com/TheSR1Project, including additional photos and videos of the subjects in this series of articles.

Seat Foam

Eric Stewart - July 18, 2014 0

DIY for comfort and cost.

Polishing Detail Work

Eric Stewart - June 20, 2014 0

Little things make a big difference in the final result. By Eric Stewart

The Spin Doctor

Eric Stewart - June 20, 2014 1

Craig Catto, master of fixed-pitch props.

Hide the Hinge

Eric Stewart - May 22, 2014 0

“Trick” hinge mods that are simple to incorporate into certain hinged assemblies.

Polish Makes Perfect

Eric Stewart - April 17, 2014 0

How to polish your plane.

Heat Shields Up!

Eric Stewart - March 20, 2014 0

Protecting your cowling from excess heat.

Homebuilt O2

Eric Stewart - December 16, 2013 1

Do-it-yourself oxygen systems for when the air gets thin.

HP-24

Eric Stewart - October 27, 2013 2

Soaring on homebuilt wings.

Custom Fluid Lines

Eric Stewart - September 20, 2013 0

Doing it yourself–with professional help.

A Witch’s Brew

Eric Stewart - August 21, 2013 1

Liquid consumables for the shop.

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