Van's plans call for attaching the Outboard section of the Rear Half of the Wheelpant with Rivets. Why not Platenuts and Screws???
Thx.
Rolly Clark
RV-9
Phase I Flying
You can do that, but riveting and reinforcing with glass cloth and resin is a much cleaner look. No holes or screws to spoil the sleek outside of the pant.