I'm looking for a potential location for my current build (RV8) which can be reached but out of the way and doesn't interfer with the comfort of the backseater. If that is possible.
When I had my RV7A, I kept an "E" tank behind the passenger. It was secured upright and I could easily reach over and open/adjust the regulator. I also kept the tubing and canulas connected and wrapped around the regulator when not in use. Suspect that would also be a good location for the 14 builders that I have seen post asking about O2 systems. Somewhere I might be able to find a picture of it in the bagage compartment and will post.
A little more info for the curious -
I found that the sweet spot for the 7 was around 11-13,000 feet and having O2 easily at hand made traveling at that altitude a non-issue.
When using an Oxymizer/Oxysaver Pendant Cannula, at 12K, you could run about 1/2 liter/min and an E tank will last about 22 hours at that rate. One liter cuts that tank down to 11 hours and if you have a passenger, you'll need to run it at 1 liter at that altitude. The DME suppiers are about half of the aviation companies for these canulas.
Rather than fool with O2 systems that are difficult and more costly to get filled, I would get an E tank from the local DME that handles O2. All you need is a presciption from your friendly doctor for altitude hypoxia and for about $20, you can get a tank complete with regulator. When empty, exchange the tank for a fresh one (and a crisp Jackson)
Also tanks must recertified every 5 years (if memory is correct) and places that handle gases didn't want to fill a tank (personal experience). Using a DME company was so much less hassle and less expensive.
When I had my RV7A, I kept an "E" tank behind the passenger. It was secured upright and I could easily reach over and open/adjust the regulator. I also kept the tubing and canulas connected and wrapped around the regulator when not in use. Suspect that would also be a good location for the 14 builders that I have seen post asking about O2 systems. Somewhere I might be able to find a picture of it in the bagage compartment and will post.
A little more info for the curious -
I found that the sweet spot for the 7 was around 11-13,000 feet and having O2 easily at hand made traveling at that altitude a non-issue.
When using an Oxymizer/Oxysaver Pendant Cannula, at 12K, you could run about 1/2 liter/min and an E tank will last about 22 hours at that rate. One liter cuts that tank down to 11 hours and if you have a passenger, you'll need to run it at 1 liter at that altitude. The DME suppiers are about half of the aviation companies for these canulas.
Rather than fool with O2 systems that are difficult and more costly to get filled, I would get an E tank from the local DME that handles O2. All you need is a presciption from your friendly doctor for altitude hypoxia and for about $20, you can get a tank complete with regulator. When empty, exchange the tank for a fresh one (and a crisp Jackson)
Also tanks must recertified every 5 years (if memory is correct) and places that handle gases didn't want to fill a tank (personal experience). Using a DME company was so much less hassle and less expensive.
