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FOR SALE: RV-14A Complete Kit (UPDATED)

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Keebs64

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FOR SALE (updated from 05/01/24): I will be parting ways with my RV-14A project due to health reasons. This is a complete airframe kit. Basic details are below:

Tools: A complete RV-14 builders kit, with added DRDT-2 and industrial pneumatic squeezer.
Empennage: Complete, except for final fitting and fiberglass.
Wings: Partially built through Section 17 (Leading edges).
Fuselage: Uncrated, pieces still in paper wrapping.
Finishing: Uncrated, but easily re-crated. Grove brake kit (backordered). Configured for Lycoming YIO-390 EXP119

ZERO laser-cut parts were ever part of any of these kits (documented).

This is planned/built to Van’s spec (no modifications) by a skilled architect/engineer. All work is video documented and sample sections can be viewed on YouTube. All spars, structural parts, and overlapping surfaces are primed with a self-etching primer. Build quality is excellent.

I have all receipts and documentation. Current price, including shipping, for this package would be over $62,000.00, with lead-times from 4-12 months.

I will sell the complete package for $55,000.00. Payment in-full would be by cashier’s check or wire transfer. Located in Buffalo, NY for pick-up. Delivery in USA to anywhere east of the Rockies can be negotiated.

If interested, DM me for more details/photos. I will first verify identity in order to avoid scammers.

I've added links to some YouTube sample videos from each section that I have built. These are just raw footage, so no commentary (like I mentioned above- quality built):






https://youtu.be/0LGPGpBwWvg

https://youtu.be/S6SGsCP18c8

https://youtu.be/7vOx8EzGASo

https://youtu.be/TC0v9pfDdJc

https://youtu.be/4THxy71xYPQ
 
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This week I purchased Scott's power plant (Engine+Prop) and, for what my word is worth, I wanted to share with the community that the experience couldn't be better. I am glad I could help him with his sale, and happy to get me an engine but, beyond that, it was really nice to get to know him and his project.

Scott gave me a video tour of his shop and project and I could see that the kit building was pristine. He is very detailed and the quality of the work is evident.

Anyone interested in acquiring this project will certainly be making a good deal.

Wish you the best Scott!
 
low-Hy said:
Do you have pics of your 14a project
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Hello,

I do have pics, but what I have found to work better is to video chat (FaceTime, Zoom, MS Teams). I can give you a tour of my shop and project, then answer any questions you may have in realtime.

Let me know if this will work for you and we can set up a time.

Thanks,
Scott
 
Keebs64 said:
I am currently only selling as a complete package. I might break up the package at a later date depending on any more interest in the individual kits.

Thanks,
Scott
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If I am not mistaking you already separated some of the package. I was interested in your original post before it was updated and looking into funding before I text but the package was no more. Please let me know if the original package that you posted is still possible.
 
Bavafa said:
If I am not mistaking you already separated some of the package. I was interested in your original post before it was updated and looking into funding before I text but the package was no more. Please let me know if the original package that you posted is still possible.
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Hello,

From my original post, I separated the power plant (engine/prop) from the tools/airframe. The power plant has been sold, and I am now selling the tools/airframe as a complete package.

The airframe is all four kits- empennage/wings/fuselage/finishing).

The tool kit was purchased from Plane Tools as an RV-14 specific kit, with added DRDT-2 and industrial pneumatic squeezer with three yolks. https://planetools.com/rv-tool-kit

Please let m know if you have any further questions.

Thank you,
Scott
 
Keebs64 said:
Hello,

From my original post, I separated the power plant (engine/prop) from the tools/airframe. The power plant has been sold, and I am now selling the tools/airframe as a complete package.

The airframe is all four kits- empennage/wings/fuselage/finishing).

The tool kit was purchased from Plane Tools as an RV-14 specific kit, with added DRDT-2 and industrial pneumatic squeezer with three yolks. https://planetools.com/rv-tool-kit

Please let m know if you have any further questions.

Thank you,
Scott
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Scott,
Thank you for getting back to me, no further question at least at this time as I was interested in the full package that included the engine and prop.
 
Since the engine (presumably from Vans) that went with the airframe is sold could a buyer buy another engine from Vans to be able to complete the project?
 
dmattmul said:
Since the engine (presumably from Vans) that went with the airframe is sold could a buyer buy another engine from Vans to be able to complete the project?
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I don’t believe so. I think it’s going to be pretty hard to sell this kit with the engine and prop option sold already. I don’t know the price savings vans gets but I’m sure it’s noticeable
 
dmattmul said:
Since the engine (presumably from Vans) that went with the airframe is sold could a buyer buy another engine from Vans to be able to complete the project?
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I have that question (sale/transfer/new builder/serial number) currently submitted to Van's and I'm awaiting the reply.

Please keep in mind- Even if the answer is a firm 'no', there are numerous other sources for zero-time custom built engines. My asking price is over $10k less than the current purchase prices, and I can reasonable negotiate to make it worth it.

Thanks,
Scott
 
Keebs64 said:
Hello,

Yes, it is still available. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Best,
Scott
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Scott,
What state are you in? Is it ready to be boxed up shipped?

Please explain why I cant get an engine from Vans? If I cant get the engine from vans what is a reasonable... your best guess... for a similiar engine.

Thanks
Bill

Contact me direst at 919 221-2375
As required.
 
456EM said:
Scott,
What state are you in? Is it ready to be boxed up shipped?

Please explain why I cant get an engine from Vans? If I cant get the engine from vans what is a reasonable... your best guess... for a similiar engine.

Thanks
Bill

Contact me direst at 919 221-2375
As required.
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Hi Bill,

I'm located in Buffalo, NY- about an 11-hour drive from Goldsboro, NC. I could have the project packaged/crated in a week and ready to ship or deliver (negotiated).

The engine agreement that Van's has with Lycoming only allows one engine order per serial number. I already used the one engine order allowed for this kit's serial number (I have previously sold that engine separately).

Other popular custom engine manufactures are: Pinnacle Aircraft Engines, AeroSport Power, Barrett Precision Engines. You would need to contact them in order to see what they offer for the RV-14A, and their pricing. From what I have gathered, you can get a comparable engine (200hp-220hp) for around the same price as offered through Van's.

I hope this helps,
Scott
 
Scott,
I have previously built and still fly an RV-9. I know exactly where you are located as I grew up in Newfane. North of Buffalo on Rt 78.

I have family in Buffalo (older) so I visit, usually flying into KIAG.

My intent is to purchase a kit and build it while in retirement.

If we can come to a price I can cut you a check.

I do need what ever tools and extras you no longer need as all my tools have walked to other builders.

Can you estimate how big the crates are?

Last I am hiking on the Appalachian Trail but I think I csn get someone to pick it up.

So can you provide a negoiated ptice and we can maybe close a deal.

Bill
 
You have got to be joking… I list Buffalo as my location, because it is easier to locate than North Tonawanda, NY, which is actually where I am. Very close to Newfane.

My home airport while I was flying was KIAG.

Also, I just got back from hiking a 100 mile section of the North Country Trail through the Allegheny National Forest in PA.

Weird coincidences.

Wings- 11’-0” x 4’-0” x 28”, plus 6’-0” x 2’-0” x 16” for unassembled control surfaces.

Tail cone- 11’-0” x 4’-0” x 4’-0”

Empennage- 10’-0” x 3’-0” x 12”

Fuselage pieces- 7’-0” x 3’-0” x 24”

Finishing- Back into standard crate, 6’-0” x 4’-0” x 30”

Tool kit can fit in a standard storage bin.

I could pack all of this into a standard 20’ U-Haul truck. I would highly recommend an enclosed truck, as opposed to an open trailer.

If you have someone to pick-up, I can let it all go for $50,000.00

If you’d like me to deliver, I’d ask for an additional $2500 to cover the truck, hotels, and fuel.

I understand your current thru-hiking situation, and your sporadic available time/cell coverage. I am available for a call most of the time, so if you’d like to discuss further, you can call me at 716-510-0318 whenever you are free to call.

I look forward to hearing back from you.

Best,
Scott
 
456EM said:
Scott,
What state are you in? Is it ready to be boxed up shipped?

Please explain why I cant get an engine from Vans? If I cant get the engine from vans what is a reasonable... your best guess... for a similiar engine.

Thanks
Bill

Contact me direst at 919 221-2375
As required.
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Call Barrett Precision Engines in Tulsa, OK. They can fix you up.
 
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