Front Floors
Several have removed the front floors. I started the process with the intent of putting some kind of sound proofing/heat barrier under the floor. I removed the left floor and gear weldment. It was a very difficult job and I felt like I was in danger of doing some damage in a few spots. During the process I determined that I did not want to put any thing under the floor, so did not remove the right side. It seems that good carpet backing does a nice job in the noise and heat department. No loose tools, clecos, or trash under the floor panel in my airplane. It went back together easier than it came apart, but was still a difficult job. All of the bolts were damaged during the removal, so I fashioned them into guide pins as suggested by others. That worked great. I replaced all of the bolts I removed with new ones. I would not do it unless you are planning on putting something under the floor. I felt like I spent a lot of time and effort undoing something I had paid to have done at the Quick Build factory.
My 2 cents worth. (and not worth a penny more)
