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RE: RV6 Wing - Outboard Leading Edge Repair
…gregsparrow
We recently did this repair on a 6a. We removed the wing. With the fuel tank and wing tip removed we drilled out all rivets, replaced 1 damaged rib and purchased a blank skin. Using a vacuum and poly we were able to vacuum form the leading edge with a pipe taped inside to ensure the bend happened in the correct location. We then cut the trailing edge correct, laid
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Re-spotlight DanH’s Front Access Hatch Sealant Idea
Sometimes I have an idea which actually works out well. Amazing, but true.
…Subject is the hatch kit for the forward top skin of a 7, 9, or 10. The OP-43 installation drawing suggests forming a proseal gasket by using a piece of plastic wrap. I tried it and wasn't satisfied; too many surface irregularities because the plastic tends to wrinkle when trapped between the hatch and the support ring.
…So I stripped it out and started over. This time, I sprayed three coats of ordinary PVA mold release on the back side of each hatch panel. Cure the PVA overnight, then mix proseal, spread it generously on the support ring, and screw down the hatch. Let it cure two or three days, then skim the squeeze out from the upper surface with a razor blade. When you remove the screws, the hatch will pop right out, leaving the PVA adhered to the proseal like a sheet of plastic. It won't peel off...but PVA is water soluble. Take the skin panel to the nearest water hose and it will rinse right off.
…The nice thing is how easy it is to correct if not perfect. Got an air bubble cavity or other surface imperfection? Shoot another round of PVA on the hatch, slop more proseal on the clean dry previous, and screw it down again. The new proseal will adhere to the previous application just fine.
…I buffed the assembled cover plate and skin with a red scotchbrite pad, which leaves a filler in the gap. A quick razor trim will clean up the ID of the ring.
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WDYDWYRTW? (9/28-29/2024)
...getting this weekend's thread started. Hope you're having a great weekend!!!! v/r,dr
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Cowl perimeter edge extension - how much is too much?
Fitting my cowl this weekend. I Purchased the old pepto bismol pink cowl a few years ago from a guy that went horizontal induction rather than vertical. Since I already have my ground adjustable fixed pitch sensenich prop and spinner, and to set the 1/4" gap, I bolted on the starter ring and...
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RE: RV6 Wing - Outboard Leading Edge Repair
…gregsparrow
We recently did this repair on a 6a. We removed the wing. With the fuel tank and wing tip removed we drilled out all rivets, replaced 1 damaged rib and purchased a blank skin. Using a vacuum and poly we were able to vacuum form the leading edge with a pipe taped inside to ensure the bend happened in the correct location. We then cut the trailing edge correct, laid
RV6 Wing - Outboard Leading Edge Repair
Need to repair the outboard leading edge. There is a possibility of a proper patch but overall it would be best cosmetically to replace the complete panel. Has anyone done same? Not sure when Van's changed over to pre punched panels (this is an older aircraft), so having the holes match might...
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Re-spotlight DanH’s Front Access Hatch Sealant Idea
Sometimes I have an idea which actually works out well. Amazing, but true.
…Subject is the hatch kit for the forward top skin of a 7, 9, or 10. The OP-43 installation drawing suggests forming a proseal gasket by using a piece of plastic wrap. I tried it and wasn't satisfied; too many surface irregularities because the plastic tends to wrinkle when trapped between the hatch and the support ring.
…So I stripped it out and started over. This time, I sprayed three coats of ordinary PVA mold release on the back side of each hatch panel. Cure the PVA overnight, then mix proseal, spread it generously on the support ring, and screw down the hatch. Let it cure two or three days, then skim the squeeze out from the upper surface with a razor blade. When you remove the screws, the hatch will pop right out, leaving the PVA adhered to the proseal like a sheet of plastic. It won't peel off...but PVA is water soluble. Take the skin panel to the nearest water hose and it will rinse right off.
…The nice thing is how easy it is to correct if not perfect. Got an air bubble cavity or other surface imperfection? Shoot another round of PVA on the hatch, slop more proseal on the clean dry previous, and screw it down again. The new proseal will adhere to the previous application just fine.
…I buffed the assembled cover plate and skin with a red scotchbrite pad, which leaves a filler in the gap. A quick razor trim will clean up the ID of the ring.
Access Panel Seal
Sometimes I have an idea which actually works out well. Amazing, but true. Subject is the hatch kit for the forward top skin of a 7, 9, or 10. The OP-43 installation drawing suggests forming a proseal gasket by using a piece of plastic wrap. I tried it and wasn't satisfied; too many surface...
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WayneJ
Dynon roll servo push rod interference, RV-14 Page 57-05
I installed the Dynon roll servo today and have an interference problem. See page 57-05. The M3441M Rod End Bearing on the Roll Servo Pushrod (57-02) contacts the W-823-AP Aileron Bellcrank Bracket and limits down aileron travel to about 6 degrees when it should be 15-17 degrees and limited by...
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THE VAF LIST (a list of RV-related lists)
The VAF List ...a list of RV-related lists. RV-related things you might want to browse over (a closed post that is sticky and maintained by dr). Link to this in 'Links' in the menu. v/r,dr Small biz that brings you this page: 360 Avionics www.360Avionics.com Aircraft Extras...
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