Customer Machines

This page contains photos of both the first generation (V1) and second generation (V2) frames. The V2 frame retains all of the functions of the V1 frame for breakdown and portability for less than 1/2 the cost and time to build.

 

 

Steve D's V2 Completed 6-08 Big Tom's Simonini V2 Completed 4-08

Tim D's Awesome V1 Completed 12-07 See all the pics  at http://timootski.com/photos/PPG/skybolt/skybolt.html

      Tim's V1 on trikebuggy
Steve J's Custom V2 trike, Steve added a 2nd hoop!

12-14-07

 Steve J's V2 trike

12-14-07
Steves D's V2 build in progress.

Steve wrote:

I've attached some pictures of my V2 .  I decided to go with Wally Hines's Cable Weight Shift System. I have used it on two other paramotors.  (An iFlyer and an Aerothrust ZG Cruiser).  And it works great.  I think its the best system out there.   It  rugged and puts very little strain in the frame.  As you'll  see, I've made a few changes to the frame to adapted it.  So far I am really happy with it. I just can't believe how strong it is.  I think its your best design.   Take Care.

Best Regards,

 Steve D

 Steve D's V2 with custom high performance weight shift.

Joes V2 Build in progress, KT engine, custom fuel tank mount. Read all about it at http://shoestringpilot.blogspot.com

 

 Robins V2, Completed 10-07, H&E engine
Richards V2 Trikebuggie build, Simonini engine. completed 11-07 Phils second Skybolt build, Another customized V1, Very cool look. Black Devil engine. Completed 11-07

Building a second machine is very economical re-using the machined connectors over.
Dave Rigo,

Rebuilt Blackhawk

"The Skyhawk"

Completed May 2007
David H.

Skybolt frame with the latest Corsair engine, the M19 Black Magic.

Completed May 2007

A Bailey Aviation 4 stroke engine has been installed the Skybolt frame. This is a great opportunity to own a PPG with the ultimate in reliability, smoothness, and fuel efficiency. All in a frame you can build and maintain yourself.

More info and pictures including detailed pics of modifications to the frame for the Bailey engine. at the  Skybolt builders forum

Completed March 2007
Phil's Modified Skybolt Brandon at Salton Sea 2007
Len Stella, Ross 125 engine. Harness and J bars from Paracruiser.

This machine was built for approximately $5000 which included a brand new ROS 125 engine and $425 composite propeller (expensive stuff} After years of seeking the perfect machine. I found one that I could customize to my changing wants and needs. The connector system makes design modifications easy. I love the under the arm free floating J bars. Weight shift with out added cost, maintence, or weight. It is simple and it is brilliant. Best yet it flies great! Deciding which one of my motors I will fly today is easy. I will fly the one that I can fix myself!

 

 

Ray Leonas,
 Skybolt Electric Start Black Devil Engine. Skycruiser harness and J bars.

In the builders group Ray wrote. “Putting this machine together has been a blast. I was impressed how everything straightened up when in the final bolting of the cage. This thing is really strong when all the bolting is complete". Cost to build: approximately $4200. Everything brand new.See ray's post #442 in the builders forum.

John De Franco,
Simonini engine and harness from a Fly products machine. Many of the old parts re-used for engine mounting!		 Jeff D's Skybolt Fly Products harness.