A DYNAMIC STORY ABOUT MY STATIC PORT See what I did there? Another terrible pun. Yes. Moving on. In my research and reading ahead in the instructions, I have come across what Van’s would like me to use for a static air source. While I know full well that anyone… Read More »New static port
Lots of action today in a pretty good sized build session, so let’s jump right in. I started by looking back from the very beginning of the elevators section of the manual to make sure that I have accomplished every task along the way since I had jumped around a… Read More »Two steps forward, one step back into tank sealant
Today started off innocently enough with me getting back into a rhythm after being out the past 10 days on vacation (which by the way was magnificent – thanks for asking). I completed riveting the leading edge spars on each of the elevators and then moved on to the counterbalance… Read More »Tank sealant and rivets – breakfast of champions
I thought the primer smelled toxic… wow. This tank sealant stuff is the real deal. It is a cross between fresh asphalt smell, glue, and rancid meat. It is truly one of the most offensive odors I’ve come across (including college roommates). What it lacks in pleasant aroma it more… Read More »Rudder and tank sealant