[FlyingDiver]

I need to trim the inboard edges of the wing skins to get the right gap for the seals. What tool works best? It's really slow going with a flat file.

 

[Mel]

I need to trim the inboard edges of the wing skins to get the right gap for the seals. What tool works best? It's really slow going with a flat file.

My favorite tool for this is a Dremel with reinforced cut-off discs....BUT, make sure you practice on scrap first. It takes a little learning curve to do straight lines. Do NOT use non-reinforced discs. They will not take side loads and are very dangerous when they come apart.

 

[CTCole]

Belt sander, or sanding block, depending on how much to remove.

 

[FlyingDiver]

Belt sander, or sanding block, depending on how much to remove.

Any recommendations for a battery operated one? Any experience with the Milwaukee ones?

 

[daveyator]

I used snips to get close, then finished with a small scotchbrite wheel in a drill. Went really well. 2 hours work.
Marked it up, ran painters tape along the line and launched into it. It was another one of those tasks I had been dreading, but turned out to be a non event.
Cheers DaveH