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- Thu Sep 07, 2017 5:19 pm
- Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
- Topic: Rib Construction
- Replies: 2
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Re: Rib Construction
Thanks . I shall proceed.
- Tue Sep 05, 2017 9:59 am
- Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
- Topic: Rib Construction
- Replies: 2
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Rib Construction
Can anyone shed some light as to where they placed the extra bracing required for the 4 end ribs as shown in the plans. It appears to be required for the longest truss cross member behind the rear spar and at 90 degrees with gusset reinforcement. Is the intersection at some generally accepted point ...
- Tue Sep 05, 2017 9:40 am
- Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
- Topic: Pietenpol Future Hopeful
- Replies: 7
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Re: Pietenpol Future Hopeful
Having only built 30 wing spars so far, my project is proceeding forward only with the intent of proving that 1) a plane can be built at home, 2) wood construction is alive and well, and 3) the piet will demonstrate that it can fly. My research leads me to believe the Pietenpol is of limited range a...