I just didn't have any problems with the tank or using Proseal, this was my first encounter with "black death", and 45 hours of flight later I am still using the old window, no leaks, no mess.
Looney Larry's TOD (Tip Of The Day): ![Big grin :D :D](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
Here are tips for those getting ready to tackle the now infamous RV-12 fuel tank.
Using Proseal is a "right of passage" to building an airplane, a time honored initiation into the world of homebuilt airplanes. Embrace it! (Not literally!
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) Think of all of those who have gone before you. It is now your turn to join the ranks of the initiated..... but wear old clothes just incase.
First, tell yourself you can do this, repeat after me; "If Larry can do it by following the instruction, so can I". To me it is all about mental and material preparation, and thinking things through before you mix the Proseal. The instant you get any Proseal on your gloves you must either clean it off with solvent or change the gloves. If you get any on the spreading stick or tools near your fingers change the stick or stop and clean it off. You have plenty of time! Don't "forge ahead till the bitter end" stop, clean it up, take a deep breath and proceed.
To apply Proseal in tight areas where a bead of sealant is called for use a baker's icing bag and shoot it though the tip.
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If you don't want to mess around with a bakers bag or syringe (BTW, both work exceptionally well) get a stiff freezer bag, put some proseal in it and squeeze it into the corner. Cut the very tip off and you have a nice proseal dispensor. Think like a surgeon! Keep plenty of disposable towels, gloves, and solvent handy, and don't drink coffee before you start!
Read Marty's blog,
http://martysrv12.blogspot.com/2009/05/fuel-tank-proseal-1st-experience.html use the search function on VAF and read other posts & threads, call a friend who has done it before, call me (you really are scraping the bottom of the barrel there!
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), have a EAA tech counselor come over and help you get set up. Read the instructions. By now you get the point.
Anyone wanting to add proseal tips feel free to follow suit.
It is not that big of deal guys, really.