My rebuild

[MikeBoyette]

As most of you may know I recently had lap Band surgery. I did this with one goal in mind to fly again. Most have never even seen me fly or let alone knew I had a machine. It has been 13 years since I flew my machine. Now that I have lost 95 lbs its time to get back in the air. Dad and I are rebuilding my machine because it sat in the side hangar and rotted away. Its on the gear and rolling around we should have the new 670 on before the weekend is done. I cant post pictures from my phone so Tim Chick had me email him some and he will post them here for me Thanks Tim. Well enjoy and I look forward to burning up the sky in my newly rebuilt machine.

 

[Timchick]

Photos of Mike's rebuild.

 

[Timchick]

More Photos of Mike's rebuild

 

[j bird]

I'm really happy for you Mike, I can't wait to see your rebuild. What you accomplished was awesome.

 

[cesphil]

nice

nice

The blue paint looks great. You work fast. When I saw it on Monday, 5 days ago, it was white. How is the tail coming?

 

[MikeBoyette]

It's built and painted. Just gotta put the trim paint on it. Thanks everyone

 

[Penguin]

Mike:
We're all proud of you.
A little known fact - I lost 125lbs of ugly fat about 6 years ago.
No lap band, though, she ran off with my best friend.
How long has he been my best friend?
About 6 years.

 

[Fly Army]

Congratulations Mike ! Now you can add a 15 gal. aux tank !

 

[NetPilot]

Looking great!

Looking great!

Looking great Mike! Congrats on shedding the 95# and getting 'er back together so quickly. The blue nosecone looks great... kinda' reminds me of David Holmes' 'Blue Angels' blue "Phoenix."

I'm excited to get your take on the 670 once you get some time with it. The power/weight ratio is very appealing and should turn out to be a screamer. Looking forward to seeing you fly 'er at BD `14!

Please keep the pictures flowing!

Mark

 

[Mattholew]

Gyros looking good. Congrats on loosing the weight. That's like loosing a small person. I bet your knees thank you.

 

[Aussie_Paul]

As most of you may know I recently had lap Band surgery. I did this with one goal in mind to fly again. Most have never even seen me fly or let alone knew I had a machine. It has been 13 years since I flew my machine. Now that I have lost 95 lbs its time to get back in the air. Dad and I are rebuilding my machine because it sat in the side hangar and rotted away. Its on the gear and rolling around we should have the new 670 on before the weekend is done. I cant post pictures from my phone so Tim Chick had me email him some and he will post them here for me Thanks Tim. Well enjoy and I look forward to burning up the sky in my newly rebuilt machine.

That is great news Mike.

Aussie Paul.

 

[MH1FLYER]

Mike glad to see you shed that weight. Your build will be awesome just like all the other stuff you guys do. If I can help in any way please let me know.

 

[Mike484]

Congrats Mike! It's always great to see someone with enough passion that they are willing to do whatever it takes to ghetto their goal.

 

[Capt'n Gator]

Yes!!!!!

Yes!!!!!

Wow Mike,

The weight loss is awesome, building a gyro is fun when you know you will be flying her.

I am VERY Proud of your effort and you set a great example!!

 

[RICK MARTIN]

The gyro looks great Mike. I'm pretty sure you're going to be thrilled with the engine.

Enjoyed our visit the other day. You really are sheddin' the pounds dude. I'm jealous.

You ought to spend some more time at the hangar with us. Campfire season is almost here.

 

[scottessex]

Great job Mike! On both yourself and the gyro!

 

[MikeBoyette]

Thank you everyone. I feel like I'm finally getting my life back.
It's going to be nice to actually fly intead of hangar flying. Rick my plan is to be over there every Sunday. I will be flying over when I can. I had a blast flying with David today.

 

[Doug S.]

Mike
Congratulations on both your goals.
Job well done.....
Doug S.

 

[MikeBoyette]

Thanks Doug. I hope to have my machine at Mentone next year.

 

[Bumperdog]

Mike, I never had any long talks with you but I have always enjoyed your company as camping neighbors. Good luck with your new self and tell Russ I said hello.
Bruce