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05-15-2017, 01:57 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Acton, MA
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Originally Posted by epaslick
I'm sorry it took so long to reply to this thread. It did become a lot bigger than I expected, and I do appreciate all the support and kindness I have encountered here!
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When I started out, I ordered 2 sheets (2'x2') of aluminium of every width I would find in my kit. I use those to practice on when I am about to go into 'riveting' mode. It's saved me.
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05-16-2017, 07:16 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Fayetteville, AR
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I'm in Fayetteville
Hey! I am in Fayetteville and I have been co-building a 9a with my aunt (builder of an early rv-6a) and the kit was a project that was purchased (poor build quality). So I have had tons of practice drilling out bad rivets and squeezing in the new ones. Not saying I am a genius but I'm pretty good with a squeezer if you wanted to meet up I would be happy to look it over with you and lend assistance where I can.
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05-16-2017, 09:21 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Posts: 58
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Originally Posted by LettersFromFlyoverCountry
As for your rivet squeezer problem, I know exactly what parts you're talking about and I know exactly what your problem is you're having and why you're having it and I can fix it for you in about 2 seconds and you'll never have to worry about it again. You do NOT need to do anything fancy or out of the ordinary and you don't have to order anything expensive. The problem is the part you're trying to squeeze isn't being held down. Don't go spending a much of money on a new squeezer.
On the RV-12 on those rivets you're talking about -- and don't ask me why -- the tendency of the work is to turn as you squeeze, which puts the rivet head out of alignment with your squeezer. That's going to happen every time; ask me how I know.
Squeezing these rivets won't work (or at least it won't work well), unless you clamp down the assembly and then squeeze. Also you want to orient the squeezer so at the beginning of the squeeze you're putting pressure on the shop head (as I recall the parts you describe, I actually had to pull slightly on the squeezer) I can walk you through it.
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That may be a lot of it. I have a hard time trying to clamp the work down (I also worry about damaging the work by clamping too hard). I'm also trying to keep pressure on the manufacture head but in the process I know I'm flexing the rib a little.
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EAA Chapter 732
Siloam Springs, AR
Sonerai IIL N968KB Flying
RV-12 #120991
History's slowest RV-12 build
Empennage: In work
N62EP Reserved
2019 Donation Made
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05-16-2017, 09:29 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: St. Paul, MN.
Posts: 4,792
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Originally Posted by epaslick
That may be a lot of it. I have a hard time trying to clamp the work down (I also worry about damaging the work by clamping too hard). I'm also trying to keep pressure on the manufacture head but in the process I know I'm flexing the rib a little.
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Clamp it down by the flange on a rib or two. Put a small piece of thin wood (I use those Home Depot shims) on the flange, and clamp it to a -- preferably -- EAA Chapter 1000 workbenches using your typical bar clamp.
This will make all the difference in the world and when you see your perfectly squeezed rivets (you know you've squeezed to the proper diameter when you feel a pain shooting up your arm.  ) , you'll kick yourself for not doing it earlier.
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05-16-2017, 09:35 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Posts: 58
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Originally Posted by benneal
Hey! I am in Fayetteville and I have been co-building a 9a with my aunt (builder of an early rv-6a) and the kit was a project that was purchased (poor build quality). So I have had tons of practice drilling out bad rivets and squeezing in the new ones. Not saying I am a genius but I'm pretty good with a squeezer if you wanted to meet up I would be happy to look it over with you and lend assistance where I can.
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I would welcome that opportunity. I have a hard time meeting up with anyone from the local EAA chapter because of my work schedule (I work nights and weekends).
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Eric Paslick
EAA Chapter 732
Siloam Springs, AR
Sonerai IIL N968KB Flying
RV-12 #120991
History's slowest RV-12 build
Empennage: In work
N62EP Reserved
2019 Donation Made
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05-16-2017, 09:43 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Posts: 58
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Originally Posted by LettersFromFlyoverCountry
Clamp it down by the flange on a rib or two. Put a small piece of thin wood (I use those Home Depot shims) on the flange, and clamp it to a -- preferably -- EAA Chapter 1000 workbenches using your typical bar clamp.
This will make all the difference in the world and when you see your perfectly squeezed rivets (you know you've squeezed to the proper diameter when you feel a pain shooting up your arm.  ) , you'll kick yourself for not doing it earlier.
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I'm building in my (tiny) dining room at the moment so I don't have room for the EAA table (although I do have the plans). I will have to find someplace bigger when I start the tail cone as it won't fit out my door!  I've been thinking about my bigger (but still rather small) two car garage but I need to find a place for my motorcycle and car first. I'm also on the waiting list at the airport but it's a long list.
All that said i will clamp as advised when the new parts arrive!
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Eric Paslick
EAA Chapter 732
Siloam Springs, AR
Sonerai IIL N968KB Flying
RV-12 #120991
History's slowest RV-12 build
Empennage: In work
N62EP Reserved
2019 Donation Made
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05-16-2017, 09:51 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Montreal
Posts: 1,456
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I made the forward fuselage cover on my RV4 5 times. Granted, the holes had already been drilled in the structure underneath and dimpled by the previous owner of the project, so I was not match drilling. Picking up on dimpled holes on a curved piece is tricky.
The rear fuse skin took 3 tries, at $85 a try. And I am still not happy with it. I might do it again.
In the end I have used almost all the scrapped aluminum for various other parts - baffles, interior parts etc. And various airport scroungers have made off with the rest of it. So it all worked out. Certainly you need to get some help with your technique. Then it will be much more fun and satisfying. It is tough learning on your own.
You need to be a stubborn #$% to build one of these. You will get way better at riveting. The size of your scrap pile will probably depend on how much help you get to avoid the usual pitfalls. Relearning all those lessons can be time consuming.
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Old school simple VFR RV 4, O-320, wood prop, MGL iEfis Lite
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05-16-2017, 11:04 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Fayetteville, AR
Posts: 146
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Come see us at TruTrak (KASG)
If you ever need a flying break...
We would gladly give you a motivation ride in our company RV-10 (we used to have a 12, but no longer own that aircraft...or I would offer it).
Come see us, let's have a beer and talk about airplanes.
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BendixKing
TruTrak
RV-4 214NY "Carrie Ann"
RV-10 989TS
Always flying someone else's airplane too
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05-16-2017, 11:25 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Posts: 58
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Originally Posted by TruTrakAndrew
If you ever need a flying break...
We would gladly give you a motivation ride in our company RV-10 (we used to have a 12, but no longer own that aircraft...or I would offer it).
Come see us, let's have a beer and talk about airplanes.
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Jim has that 12 now, doesn't he? I've seen it at the 732 Chapter meetings (those few I'm actually able to make). Thank you, I will take you up on that as soon as my schedule allows!
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Eric Paslick
EAA Chapter 732
Siloam Springs, AR
Sonerai IIL N968KB Flying
RV-12 #120991
History's slowest RV-12 build
Empennage: In work
N62EP Reserved
2019 Donation Made
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05-16-2017, 12:28 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Ottawa, Ks
Posts: 2,188
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Eric,
Nice to meet you, thanks for showing us around. My Lil Guy enjoyed the hangar flying! Sorry I couldn't offer a ride this time, remember as long as the work is airworthy most of the cosmetic mistakes made are long forgotten and become pretty minor after it's flying. Yes, it's so worth it!

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