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Problem with Outboard Leading Edge Ribs

danceskater

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It appears that in some kits the aft-most top and bottom flange holes are missing in the W-1009L/R ribs. Two holes in each of six ribs (per side). The inboard rib W-1008L/R is OK. We simply used the skin to match drill the missing holes and then dimpled them to match the rest of the flange holes.
The drawings show the holes but they are not actually in the ribs.
 
I'm working on the wings now and will keep this in mind. Thanks for the heads up in case the holes are missing on mine as well.
 
It's been a long time since I did the wings, but are you sure that the holes aren't missing on purpose? it's possible that they are left to be match drilled for best fit.........
 
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