Draker
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Weighing my options:
1. Re-order T-703 end rib, T-407 stiffener ring, and 12 nut plates, and re-do the whole part. Concerns: The tank skin is already drilled and dimpled. How will I match-drill to the skin correctly?
2. Rivet a .025 plate over the hole and pro-seal it real good? Concerned this is a high-probability source of leaks.
3. Plug it with some kind of bulkhead fitting?
4. Use the hole as-is. Make two bends in the 3/8" fuel return line so that it can continue to the end bay. This is almost certainly not viable: The line will interfere with the flop tube's operation.
Any other suggestions? I'll give Van's a call tomorrow and see what they have to say. Boy do I feel like an idiot right about now.