RUNNING THE PITOT LINES
I had a bit of paralysis regarding running the pitot lines recently. I spent some time researching and planning every aspect of these lines. Finally, I settled on an exact length I wanted to use, how much extra to leave so I can remove the pitot mast for service in the future, and how to prepare it all for a wing root attachment. After all of that back and forth, it turns out I waited for almost no reason. Running and trimming the lines was no big deal.
When I go to attach the lines to the pitot mast, I will have to look at how I want to make the connection between nylon and aluminum lines. I think I have a good idea, but as always, more research awaits.
PLANNING FOR WIRE RUNS
The left wing will be pretty straightforward on the wiring. I will be using the Aveo Engineering ZipTips product for lighting. This greatly simplifies the wiring needs and I am excited about that.
This is the back of the wingtip lighting assembly. Aveo has a good wiring diagram to go with their product. I will be making a 16 pin CPC connector to attach to the back of this housing. The 4 pin piece is already assembled and runs to the tail of the wingtip for the strobes.
Overall, this has been a productive day. I’m looking forward to keeping up the forward momentum.