Cracked lower engine mount gusset plates

[Tom Gan]

Just noticed that both of my lower engine mount gussets seem to have cracks. The QB arrived in mid-February and I don't think I would have missed this. I think the cracks may have developed shortly after I inspected the fuselage. Here is the link to the pictures. I'm going to call vans tomorrow but I wanted to see if anyone had a similar experience.

http://www.mykitlog.com/users/display_log.php?user=tomgan&project=761&category=0&log=103849&row=1

 

[noelf]

I think you will find...

...that this is a normal condition for these parts. The gussets are welded towards the front, but are allowed to splay out to conform to the aircraft side, bottom and longeron angles. these are not cracks, but just the normal position for these items.

 

[Lionclaw]

No worries, it isn't a crack. That part is not connected along that edge. The powder coat may have temporarily attached the two flanges.

 

[Tom Gan]

thanks for the quick response guys. Gotta love this forum. The pit in my stomach just went away.