Overhead Console Panels
I completed some further work on the overhead console by match-drilling the panel inserts and riveting nutplates into place. The holes were countersunk for flush rivets. I also attached the rear coat hook.
Cabin Top
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Cabin Top Countersinking
After removing the cabin top, I completed the match drilling of the backing strips that are used behind the flanges. I then removed, deburred, and primed them. The holes were then countersunk for the dimples in the skins. I then… Read More »Cabin Top Countersinking
Cabin Top Sills
I hadn’t previously drilled the holes through the cabin top sills into the side decks and longerons. I 3d printed a drill guide overnight. The drill guide wasn’t necessary but it made for clean, perpendicular holes and was probably faster… Read More »Cabin Top Sills
Cabin Center Support
I fitted the cabin top center support and drilled the holes into the cabin top. I 3d printed a drill guide to keep the holes perpendicular and parallel. I started with 1/8″ holes, then drilled to 3/16″ I then match-drilled… Read More »Cabin Center Support
Cabin Top Match Drilling
Over several work sessions, I completed the match drilling of the cabin top. I then match-drilled the holes at the forward and aft of the door openings and upsized them. I then test fit the Aerosport overhead console. I decided… Read More »Cabin Top Match Drilling
Cabin Top Trimming (Part 5)
I did another round of cabin top trimming this evening. I hadn’t yet trimmed the rear window flanges so I finished that up. I also needed to remove a slight bit more along the rear of the pilot side door… Read More »Cabin Top Trimming (Part 5)
Cabin Top Trimming (Part 4)
I did a bit more fitting of the cabin top today and worked on a variety of other items. I had some final trimming to do on the rear of the cabin top and I also trimmed out the bulk… Read More »Cabin Top Trimming (Part 4)
Cabin Top Trimming (Part 3)
I went through another round of marking areas where the fit needed to be adjusted before removing the cabin top again. I needed to remove quite a bit more from the sill area. I also needed to remove some of… Read More »Cabin Top Trimming (Part 3)
Cabin Top Trimming (Part 2)
I spent the afternoon continuing to trim the cabin top. Sand, test fit, sand again until finally we were able to get the canopy into the top of the opening at the door sills. Then more sanding to get it… Read More »Cabin Top Trimming (Part 2)
Cabin Top Trimming (Part 1)
I have decided that it is time to get the cabin top fitted. That will let me get a better handle on how the final parts of the fuselage will fit together. I also want to be able to do… Read More »Cabin Top Trimming (Part 1)