Somehow I forgot to post this blog entry. This was originally suppose to be posted on the 28th but alas...here it is...a little late.
This week work on the leading edges continued. These are really fun parts of the airplane to work on because they are big but there is relatively little detailed work (other than drilling, deburring, etc) and when you are complete there is a large visible portion of the airplane taking shape. Next up is the fuel tanks which may take a little longer due to the sealing process. Lots of Proseal (trade brand for a super sticky sealant that is fuel resistant and works great for sealing fuel tanks). There will be a few modifications to the fuel tanks as well which will be fun.
Oh, one more item of note...I ordered the fuselage kit this week. There is an 8 week wait period on that kit so I expect delivery some time in Feb/March. Hopefully I will be done with the ailerons and flaps by then.
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This is the right leading edge after drilling/deburring/dimpling. It is ready for riveting at this point. |
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Speaking of Ben, here he is helping with the attachment of the leading edges. |
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A bit hard to see but this is a picture of both wings with the leading edges cleco'd on. These wings are getting BIG. |