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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> << Lancair Builders' Mail List >> <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<--->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Those of you seeking more speed, have ordered a Legacy or just interested in a good read might want to pick up the September 2000 issue of "Air & Space" at your nearest Border's. Greenamyer is building a Legacy, installing a 3 inch longer engine mount (heard that one before haven't we), a stock IO550, turbocharged, titanium rods, cut-down pistons, water-alcohol "injection" and a big 75 inch three bladed custom Hartzell for the sole purpose of beating the Lancair IV in the Sport Class at Reno 2000. (I could have sworn Orin told me just 9 months ago the challenge they were facing with the Legacy was making it go as fast as the 360. Vern must have come up with some special parts for that Legacy kit.) Actually there is probably more to it than the challenge of beating the IV but not the way the article is written. And of course there is more to Orin's comments about the Legacy than is presented. I am sure he gets more than one hairbrained dumb--- question a day from some wild-eyed daydreamer looking to put something or other on it somewhere to do god knows what to the neighborhood and everyone's insurance rates. Orin is captioned in one picture as a "salesman" with a drill, no mention of his having built the turbo'd predecessor to the Legacy. For all the talk of Morss in the article you would think they could have included a picture of him on the victory ramp with the IV. Better yet, they should go back and do another article about Morss, his accomplishments and contributions to experimental aviation. Greenamyer ejected, didn't Morss ride one in? The aritcle has a nice picture of a Legacy carrying Greenamyer's 200 dollar Toronado, so you get a feel for the way the fuselage and verticle stab are configured (assuming that is how it will come to those who have not helped make it). And yes, another pilot who has put all his money in his airplanes. Those of you driving Pintos may want to save a few bucks and trade up. The Pinto might not work as well as a bigger, heavier car as balast. Sure would be nice to have Mr Greenamyer and Mr Morss sharing their thoughts with us on the list but they are probably entering a mandantory quiet period prior to Reno. Hollis Helms Vienna, VA LML website: http://www.olsusa.com/Users/Mkaye/maillist.html LML Builders' Bookstore: http://www.buildersbooks.com/lancair Please send your photos and drawings to marvkaye@olsusa.com.