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VP-X "Box" Location for RV-8?

N804RV

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Any RV-8 builders got pics of where/how they mounted their VP-X?

I was considering mounting it in the lower well of the forward baggage compartment, on the removeable bulkhead.
 
Behind the panel

I also mounted my VP-X behind the panel. I offset it so I could get other stuff in there as well!
Sorry about the images orientation! Turn screen lock on :)
 

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Don’t have a picture handy but I did mount mine in the lower well as you are considering. I made it a little electronic compartment which also has the engine monitor electronics, my p-mag controller and my ground block in it. I put a lid on top to separate it from the rest of the luggage compartment. After flying a couple of years I still like it there. Much easier access for maintenance and I never missed the space.

Oliver
 
Forward Baggage......

Placed mine in the forward baggage also but, not tucked away. I used the lower dropped area for smoke oil tank and the shelf for the VPX. I can service all wire ends from outside the plane.
 

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I mounted it behind the panel too. It fits well between the cross braces
 

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