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BSwayze 10-10-2018 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by greghughespdx (Post 1294317)
I should have filmed mine when I did it, eh? Thx for the suggestion. While it;s not something we actually do here at the factory, that's a good one.

Greg, I didn't film mine either, but I do have a lot of photos and documentation on my web site. I hope that at least helps with some ideas.

Here's a link at a good place for jumping in, for the main tip-up canopy:
SikaFlex Main Canopy

Here's another one, for the rear window:
SikaFlex Rear Window

didja 10-11-2018 01:52 AM

Fiberglass and filler application/molding for the canopy and wing/stab/elevator/etc tips would be an outstanding video!

TASEsq 10-11-2018 02:21 AM

I think the first thing I have really worried over (and over and over) was the riveting of the rudder trailing edge. Perhaps something on the technique for that? You spend so much effort to make a good rudder - and really don?t want to screw it up!

Also - countersinking to allow for a dimple. On the practice kit it just doesn?t seem right 0.007 deeper - it seems that it needs to be MUCH deeper.

Wouldn?t you be able to aggregate all your supportemails etc into a topic list?

While we are talking about it, a forum on here where you post the query from a builder and your response that that builder I think would be greatly helpful. I am certain the times I have emailed that someone else has already asked the same thing before me.

mjanduda 10-11-2018 04:27 AM

I'd be interested in how Van's develops new models. From A to Z.
Maybe you can do a special episode on this?

N941WR 10-11-2018 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by kiljoy (Post 1294402)
I'd love to see a video of top 10 things to NOT do while building a Vans. Things like.... 'I know you see this problem in two non mating surfaces that should mate... I know you think you can fix it... but DON'T'. That sort of video. Include some sections like:

- how to NOT overdebur
- how to NOT Jackson Pollock everything with proseal
- how to NOT cause twists
- how to not drive your back rivet chuck through your rudder skin (personal favorite of mine.

- Kilroy

I would add:
- how-to NOT get Proseal on your bedroom carpet

That one cost me.

N941WR 10-11-2018 05:17 AM

Let's start with two simple fiberglass tutorials.

1. How to install the HS end caps and fiberglass the opening closed. (Typically one of the first fiberglass tasks a builder does.)

2. Fiberglassing the base of the windscreen. (The tip included in the instructions worked great but add using black die to hide the white epoxy, use electrical tape to define the curve of the layup. Start laying the tape out up high and overlap it as you work down so the last few layers are replaceable as they get sanded off, etc.)

Things to mention:

1. When to use flox vs. micro

2. The use of peal ply

MED 10-11-2018 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by N941WR (Post 1294650)
Let's start with two simple fiberglass tutorials.

1. How to install the HS end caps and fiberglass the opening closed. (Typically one of the first fiberglass tasks a builder does.)

2. Fiberglassing the base of the windscreen. (The tip included in the instructions worked great but add using black die to hide the white epoxy, use electrical tape to define the curve of the layup. Start laying the tape out up high and overlap it as you work down so the last few layers are replaceable as they get sanded off, etc.)

Things to mention:

1. When to use flox vs. micro

2. The use of peal ply

#2 has been well covered in videos for the RV-14, but would be applicable to any RV. Complete, step-by-step installation instructions. Made the task easy to understand and less intimidating. Kudos to Vans for those. :)

DanH 10-11-2018 07:28 AM

Maybe it's generational, but I can't stay awake watching the typical how-to video. They are generally slow and boring, with narrators who seem to have been picked for their ability to speak in a monotone.

The point here is that regardless of subject, a video is a form of film art. We don't fall asleep watching a good movie. Keep it interesting, well paced, and the actors (yes, actors) need to be good speakers.

Here's a tip. Go fast. The experienced builders just want the general concept. The rest will watch it multiple times.

RVTrumpet 10-11-2018 10:34 AM

:joke:
 
How about a video demonstrating how many fiberglass parts you can "accidentaly" leave off for flight....cowling, emp fairing, wingtips...

goatflieg 10-11-2018 11:57 AM

I think a video on overall build sequence might be good. When I got to the middle stages there were a lot of different directions that could be taken, and I referred to my Synergy Air notes to make decisions. It's an issue I still struggle with since the further you get, the more of a jigsaw puzzle you create. You can make a decision based on one criteria that might conflict with another set. Is it possible to figure out the best possible assembly sequence?


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