Bubblehead
Well Known Member
Moderators - I wasn't sure if this should go in the -8 area or electrical. Since it really only pertains to the -8 and not even the 8A I decided to place it in the -8/8A area. Move it as you see fit!
The RV-8 I bought last summer is a good solid flyer, with decent panel and a strong engine. The single worst system onboard is the electrical system. The wiring is pretty well done, tied together nicely, and is reliable. Unfortunately parts of it are rats nests. Here is a picture taken of the right gear box assembly.
If you want to see a larger picture of this mess, click on this thumbnail.
Maybe snake nest is a more appropriate term!
As you can see I have a lot of wires jumbled up there. I want to start untangling this while the weather is bad but need some information. Many of these wires originate in the right hand console. The console is pretty nicely done, although after reading Bob's Aeroconnection book I realize it could be a lot better.
Should the wire bundle coming from the right console continue through the landing gear box and come out the front instead of coming out the top lightening hole? Where do other builders run the wires? I'd appreciate suggestions and pictures of your installation in this area.
The RV-8 I bought last summer is a good solid flyer, with decent panel and a strong engine. The single worst system onboard is the electrical system. The wiring is pretty well done, tied together nicely, and is reliable. Unfortunately parts of it are rats nests. Here is a picture taken of the right gear box assembly.
If you want to see a larger picture of this mess, click on this thumbnail.
Maybe snake nest is a more appropriate term!
As you can see I have a lot of wires jumbled up there. I want to start untangling this while the weather is bad but need some information. Many of these wires originate in the right hand console. The console is pretty nicely done, although after reading Bob's Aeroconnection book I realize it could be a lot better.
Should the wire bundle coming from the right console continue through the landing gear box and come out the front instead of coming out the top lightening hole? Where do other builders run the wires? I'd appreciate suggestions and pictures of your installation in this area.
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