Started on the filling now. Pretty easy going. But man does that filler stink! Lots of good ventilation and a mask is essential. Quite enjoy this job except for the smell.
Pete says to use Micro as a filler on weight critical parts - such as control surfaces.
So the Rudder as you will see below has Micro on it, the wings and tailplane have normal filler.
I also decided not to be so lazy and completely reinforce the inside of the rear rib behind the flaps. Really poor access for this job - so a bit of a mission but got there in the end. Not a pretty piece of work so no photos!
Switched wings now too so I am bringing the Port wing up to scratch with reinforcing of the root rib with Carbon. After that there will not be a lot left I can do - so soon it will be time to swap out with the fuselage.
Nice handy work mate. How did you go not scuffing the fuel cap?
ReplyDeleteWas it the rear spar that you beefed up? Do you think that's a bit of a weak spot?
Cheers
Krishna
PS Not even enough time to do an inventory on mine yet.....:-(
How to not scuff the fuel cap - take it off while sanding!
ReplyDeleteYes rear spar - the factory say to put 40mm tape then 25mm tape over that only on the outside. Pete reinforces his on the inside too with 40mm tape so that's what I have done. Don't think it's a weak spot - but putting more and more tape on the outside while leaving the inside alone seems like an easy way out and not as strong in the end to me (and Pete).
I was going to ask if you had made a start yet?! No rush I guess.
Oh yes, take the cap off, that makes sense ;-).
ReplyDeleteThanks for the clarification.
We are still getting construction done on the garage so no place to put the bits. Plus work has just been mad and probably will be for the next three months so not sure if I'm going to be able to start any time soon..... KP