Thanks Al. It is interesting that this is a flat sheet since when it is on the airframe it has a couple funky bends in it.
Kevin --- In [email protected], "AJ DeMarzo" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Okay, now we have the final post in the series, for now. This one shows the part cleco'd up to the airframe for the initial fit, and by no means am I ready to put it on permanently. Must have the holes matched, be removed, holes cleaned, metal edge finished, alodyned, primed, refitted then riveted. For the observant folks, you'll note that the right gear is off and there's an orange jack under the spar. The coupe is on the trailer. Believe it or not, the jack, along with the fact that the big belly panel is missing, disallows full attachment of the part due to the airframe flex. Holes don't fully line up all the way around. Pretty cool, huh? As J said in his own post, I'll bet I'll need to use a few Cherry Max Structural Rivets in the process. > > http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb131/aerome9905d/general010.jpg > > The belly panel was made in the same way, only there were about 180 holes to drill, match, cleco, clean and rivet. Obviously I'll need to finish the gear, take it off the trainer and go from there before I want to attach any of the metal. > > By no means did I post this to show my talents, I'm not that good. I thought that it may be interesting to a number of folks who didn't know what it's all about and show there's really nothing to it except time and patience. If you would like to see more, voice your thoughts as I'm sure there are a few others who would love to share this same type of experience. > > And yes, I'm working under the supervision of my A&P who has certified that I meet the requirements to take the three written tests to become a licensed mechanic. > > Al DeMarzo > Visit the Ercoupe Swap Page - Free and Easy > http://www.ercoupeowners.com/swap/swapbook.htm >
