flyenforfun
Well Known Member
I have come across an issue when fitting the F-803 instrument panel sub-assembly into the fuselage. I have a gap between the 803 and the F-821 top skin where the panel intersects the F-887 longerons. Also, below the longeron on the left side, the panel interferes with the side fuselage skin. I am trying to figure out what is causing this problem. Are the sides of the fuselage spread too far apart? If I try to pull the fuselage together, the interference on the left causes the panel to bow. Should I shim these gaps or should i try to trim the panel and pull the fuselage together? Is there a problem/solution that I am not thinking of? Has anyone else had this issue? If I try to rivet as is, the 821 skin will dent a good amount in these areas. Pictures of my problem are attached. Thanks for the advice, I'm stuck.