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Update on TFR Bust …morganjp
For the hundreds I spoke with at Oshkosh I am now cleared by the secret Service with a much larger file, I am also cleared by the Milwaukee FSDO who was so intrigued with my story that I will be doing some safety speaking enga.gements titled TFRs for dummies. It probably will get recorded and placed as a UTUBE video. For the thousands I did not speak with I hope that you watch the video.
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Cherrymax Removal …rsultzbach method
I drilled out quite a few Cherrymax rivets and I used a small piece of aluminum sheet maybe just slightly larger than a rivet checking tool. I drilled a hole in the sheet that just fit over the rivet head perimeter. I taped this shield to the web of the wing spar. With this shield in place I used a conical grinding stone with my Dremel tool with the point used to grind out the locking collar of the rivet. Then, I used a small previously broken punch ground to a blunt point to drive the center mandrel out of the Cherrymax. When the mandrel moved it was easy to drive it out with a regular 3/32 punch. Then just drill out the rivet using the hole where the mandrel was which guides your drill bit like a pilot hole.
This shield technique protected the web whenever a punch or drill slipped giving me a chance to react and stop before nicking a part unintentionally. YMMV
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Panel Prep …Biggiesauls
Six months after Phase 1 I decided to add IFR capabilities and start training To my existing dual Dynon HDX panel. Added Garmin GPS-175 and G5 all tied into the Dynon and autopilot. Works sweet.
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Slider Handle …Scott Hertha’s
Mine is very similar to Dave’s above. Mounted to the center tube on the canopy frame with two 10-32 flush screws and nuts. Easily lifts the canopy to open.
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Bend Radius and Fusion's Sheet Metal module
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Fuel Line Overhaul
Background: I found a fuel leak. I posted a thread, which can be found here for context. Got lots of great feedback and began the process of dissassembly and inspection. Update: The T-708 (tank access plate) has been removed. The existing fuel line between the tank and fuselage as well as the...
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How close is good enough on Aileron & Flap Trailing Edges?
Hi - I made a big mistake and riveted the hinges on my flaps in place before aligning my flaps with my ailerons. It turns out, though, they're pretty close - the flap would need to come out about 1/16" to make it perfect with the aileron in a neutral position. I think this is purely cosmetic...
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Update on TFR Bust …morganjp
For the hundreds I spoke with at Oshkosh I am now cleared by the secret Service with a much larger file, I am also cleared by the Milwaukee FSDO who was so intrigued with my story that I will be doing some safety speaking enga.gements titled TFRs for dummies. It probably will get recorded and placed as a UTUBE video. For the thousands I did not speak with I hope that you watch the video.
RV6 Busted RNC TFR
https://www.wisn.com/article/norad-f-35-intercepts-aircraft-inside-of-rnc-restricted-airspace/61628964 Check the NOTAMS Boomer Out
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Cherrymax Removal …rsultzbach method
I drilled out quite a few Cherrymax rivets and I used a small piece of aluminum sheet maybe just slightly larger than a rivet checking tool. I drilled a hole in the sheet that just fit over the rivet head perimeter. I taped this shield to the web of the wing spar. With this shield in place I used a conical grinding stone with my Dremel tool with the point used to grind out the locking collar of the rivet. Then, I used a small previously broken punch ground to a blunt point to drive the center mandrel out of the Cherrymax. When the mandrel moved it was easy to drive it out with a regular 3/32 punch. Then just drill out the rivet using the hole where the mandrel was which guides your drill bit like a pilot hole.
This shield technique protected the web whenever a punch or drill slipped giving me a chance to react and stop before nicking a part unintentionally. YMMV
Removing Cherry Max rivets:
To those that have QB fuselages and wings you will be installing a lot of Cherry Max rivets for the LCP remediation. They are a legal direct replacement for driven rivets. However, they do require special attention and technique. As such, if you are at all like me, you will make a mistake and...
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Panel Prep …Biggiesauls
Six months after Phase 1 I decided to add IFR capabilities and start training To my existing dual Dynon HDX panel. Added Garmin GPS-175 and G5 all tied into the Dynon and autopilot. Works sweet.
VFR to IFR pannel
I have the standard single G3X VFR pannel. What would be the minimum equipment needed for IFR training?
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Slider Handle …Scott Hertha’s
Mine is very similar to Dave’s above. Mounted to the center tube on the canopy frame with two 10-32 flush screws and nuts. Easily lifts the canopy to open.
Rear handle on slider canopy
I’m finishing my slider skirts and such and think I need an aft handhold to assist opening. I’ve seen rear handles on sliders mounted on the top bar to help lift the rear from the outside. I do not want to drill my canopy. What options have you all used to help lift the back of the slider? I’m...
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Jacking a RV-14 on Cleaveland Tools Stainless Tie Down Ring
Hi everyone! I need to jack up my RV-14A for the first time and I have installed these nice STAINLESS TIE DOWN RING (SKU: RVTR4), sold by Cleaveland Tools. Does anyone have any experience if those will hold the weight? Looks like their round shape was designed to actually nest on the cups of...
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WDYDWYRTW? (8/3-4/2024)
Bend Radius and Fusion's Sheet Metal module
Bend Radius and Fusion's Sheet Metal module
I've been looking for a more powerful CAD tool for my 3D printing. I'm a Mac user, though I do keep a relatively capable Windows 11 laptop to work on my car since that software is Windows only. I had Solid Edge, Shapr3D, and Fusion on my short-list. I'm really drawn to Shapr3D since it is so...
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