I'm just starting on my fuse kit on my -7A. The firewall is all match drilled and ready to rivet together according to the instructions, but after flipping through the plans there seem to be a number of items which could be easier to install now rather than after the firewall is part of the airframe. I'm hoping I can get input from those that've been here already whether the locations specified in Van's plans are correct for:
Although I'd also like to install these next items there seem to be too many variables at this time to determine a good location:
I've also noticed in the drawings that the top portion of the firewall is bent at maybe 5 or 10 degrees to the rest of the firewall. Is it necessary or beneficial to put that bend in now before riveting all the stiffeners on?
Thanks,
Mike
- Brake fluid reservoir
- Master relay and starter solenoid
- PC680 battery box
Although I'd also like to install these next items there seem to be too many variables at this time to determine a good location:
- Throttle / prop / mixture cables
- Heater box
I've also noticed in the drawings that the top portion of the firewall is bent at maybe 5 or 10 degrees to the rest of the firewall. Is it necessary or beneficial to put that bend in now before riveting all the stiffeners on?
Thanks,
Mike