If it is a twist in the wing, then this is not as unusual as some people might have you believe. In fact, it has been discussed on the list that on a lot of coupes you can see that it actually looks that way (so don't start it with me again JC and GB.) If all checks out in the structure, you may just need to put the rigging to back how it was before they messed with it. Check the aileron to see if anybody has been bending on it, as that is allowed but it might be working against you in this case. I would take up the baggage compartment and check the rear spar with a mirror just to be safe, especially if the whole wing is off in incidence. Also look on the top and bottom on the outside of the center section for indentations in the skin where it has moved up or down. There are brackets riveted to the fuselage with bolts through the spar which should be checked, and don't forget to make sure they have riveted the reinforcement onto the spar, it will be sandwiched on there in accordance with the AD. AD's have a funny way of being complied with in writing only. Take off the panels underneath the wings and have a look at the spars and particularly the joint a few feet in from the tip. If everything is solid then it should be okay to trim it to fly straight. It is really not so unusual on these old planes. There are some people here who are quick to jump on the "you're gonna die" or "you ought to call a lawyer over that 54 year old plane" thing. Don't let them faze you. Glen Ward
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