RV-8 build time

Just curious...........what is the average build time for a RV8 quickbuild? Basic VFR configuration and include the time to paint it.

David Watson
49FD

About 1000 hours to get it to 90 percent done, and another 1000 hours to finish.

Amen!
Truth be told, they are never finished.

The reason I posted the question is this: I'm scheduled for my inspection next Wednesday (20th of October) and I'm finishing up the builder's log. I'm showing that I have just over 900 hours in build time and I'm wondering if I'm out of line somehow. I've been working on it for a little over 4 1/2 years and I've recorded every build session faithfully. My wife and I have checked and rechecked, but the numbers are correct. I'm curious to know how much time others have needed to build a basic VFR RV8 quickbuild. Thanks for your replies.

David Watson
49FD

900

David,

You have been efficient with your time. 900 hours is good.
I have built a bunch of RVs and know that is about right, for an experienced builder. Not a first timer.

I'm right at 900hrs documented on my -7 QB. This is not counting the help I had on the paint. I also didn't count the few hundred hours I spend on VAF researching what to do next, how to do it or how not to do it.

Should be complete and waiting for inspection before Friday.

I came in at about 1500 . Building,paint and assembly.

Jay,

I am a first time airplane builder, but I've helped repair many, plus I've built several race cars and restored a few cars. The mechanical thing comes easily for me; for that I am thankful.

So, from what I see, I'm not too far out of line on the time. The time only includes my time in the shop. I've not logged research time or study time nor have I logged the time my wife has helped me. Thanks for the reply.

David Watson
49FD

I have to laugh at this one...mostly from embarrassment...I quit counting hours but it took me 11.5 YEARS!!! but that included paint and that's my story and I'm stickin to it!!