Original Posted By: "Ryan Mueller"
Guys:Just finished this week splicing and routing my spars (for one piece wing). It was much easier than I expected, but I filled a large shop-vac twice with the sawdust. Now it is getting too cold to be glueing, so I may have to slide the ribs on and make all of the pieces to have ready for when it warms up, or maybe a few warm days left this year?Genetrying my best to make Brodhead/Oshkosh next year________________________________________________________________________________Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2008 10:07:35 -0500
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re:Adequate rod ends
Original Posted By: Matt Dralle
RE: Pietenpol-List: Fuselage building and material
Original Posted By: "Gary Boothe"
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the twolocations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Somebuilders have opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in otherlocations, to avoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood isthat it is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues.This will prevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehowbecome soaked with water. An economical alternative to Aircraft gradeplywood for the fuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 OkoumeMarine Ply (Okoume is a mahogany-like tropical wood). While it is notquite as strong as Aircraft ply made of Birch, it is apparently strongenough for this purpose, and is manufactured using waterproof (alsoboilproof) glues. In addition to the lower cost, it is also lighter (inweight, as well as color) than Birch, and available in 4' x 8' sheets.A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... d.com/Bill C." rel=nofollowtarget=_blank>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Piet ... cs.comllow target=_blank>http://www.matronics.com/contribution__ ... __________
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the twolocations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Somebuilders have opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in otherlocations, to avoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood isthat it is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues.This will prevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehowbecome soaked with water. An economical alternative to Aircraft gradeplywood for the fuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 OkoumeMarine Ply (Okoume is a mahogany-like tropical wood). While it is notquite as strong as Aircraft ply made of Birch, it is apparently strongenough for this purpose, and is manufactured using waterproof (alsoboilproof) glues. In addition to the lower cost, it is also lighter (inweight, as well as color) than Birch, and available in 4' x 8' sheets.A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... d.com/Bill C." rel=nofollowtarget=_blank>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Piet ... cs.comllow target=_blank>http://www.matronics.com/contribution__ ... __________
RE: Pietenpol-List: Fuselage building and material
Original Posted By: Michael Perez
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the two locations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Some builders have opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in other locations, to avoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).-Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood is that it is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues. This will prevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehow become soaked with water. An economical alternative to Aircraft grade plywood for the fuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 Okoume Marine Ply (Okoume is a mahogany-like tropical wood).-While it is not quite as strong as Aircraft ply made of Birch, it is apparently strong enough for this purpose, and is manufactured using waterproof (also boilproof) glues. In addition to the lower cost, it is also lighter (in weight, as well as color) than Birch, and available in 4' x 8' sheets.-A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:--http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... .com/-Bill C.________________________________________________________________________________Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:11:49 -0700 (PDT)
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the two locations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Some builders have opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in other locations, to avoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).-Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood is that it is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues. This will prevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehow become soaked with water. An economical alternative to Aircraft grade plywood for the fuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 Okoume Marine Ply (Okoume is a mahogany-like tropical wood).-While it is not quite as strong as Aircraft ply made of Birch, it is apparently strong enough for this purpose, and is manufactured using waterproof (also boilproof) glues. In addition to the lower cost, it is also lighter (in weight, as well as color) than Birch, and available in 4' x 8' sheets.-A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:--http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... .com/-Bill C.________________________________________________________________________________Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:11:49 -0700 (PDT)
RE: Pietenpol-List: Fuselage building and material
Original Posted By: "Gene Rambo"
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the twolocations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Some buildershave opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in other locations, toavoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood is thatit is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues. This willprevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehow become soakedwith water. An economical alternative to Aircraft grade plywood for thefuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 Okoume Marine Ply (Okoume is amahogany-like tropical wood). While it is not quite as strong as Aircraftply made of Birch, it is apparently strong enough for this purpose, and ismanufactured using waterproof (also boilproof) glues. In addition to thelower cost, it is also lighter (in weight, as well as color) than Birch, andavailable in 4' x 8' sheets.A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... d.com/Bill C." target=_blankrel=nofollow>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Piet ... s.comblank rel=nofollow>http://www.matronics.com/contribution__ ... __________
Regarding the wedge blocks, I believe they are only required at the twolocations shown, as reinforcement for landing gear attachment. Some buildershave opted to use lightweight balsa filler wedges in other locations, toavoid water collection in the pockets (not a bad idea).Regarding plywood, one important feature of Aircraft grade plywood is thatit is manufactured using waterproof (actually boilproof) glues. This willprevent the plies from delaminating, should the wood somehow become soakedwith water. An economical alternative to Aircraft grade plywood for thefuselage sides is the use of BS1088 or BS6566 Okoume Marine Ply (Okoume is amahogany-like tropical wood). While it is not quite as strong as Aircraftply made of Birch, it is apparently strong enough for this purpose, and ismanufactured using waterproof (also boilproof) glues. In addition to thelower cost, it is also lighter (in weight, as well as color) than Birch, andavailable in 4' x 8' sheets.A couple of sources for Okoume Marine Ply:http://www.noahsmarine.com/http://www.b ... d.com/Bill C." target=_blankrel=nofollow>http://www.matronics.com/Navigator?Piet ... s.comblank rel=nofollow>http://www.matronics.com/contribution__ ... __________
Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "Mike Tunnicliffe"
I don't have a prop to windmill or an abundance of fuel to burn, yet... but I didget some building done this weekend. I finally got to assemble some of theparts of the left wing panel.--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/p824 ... __________
I don't have a prop to windmill or an abundance of fuel to burn, yet... but I didget some building done this weekend. I finally got to assemble some of theparts of the left wing panel.--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/p824 ... __________
RE: Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
I should say so!! I like your simple hanging method. Is that how you put thewing together? I have heard that is an alternate to building on the flat.Gary BootheCool, Ca.PietenpolWW Corvair ConversionTail done, Fuselage on gear(13 ribs down.)-----Original Message-----
I should say so!! I like your simple hanging method. Is that how you put thewing together? I have heard that is an alternate to building on the flat.Gary BootheCool, Ca.PietenpolWW Corvair ConversionTail done, Fuselage on gear(13 ribs down.)-----Original Message-----
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: Michael Perez
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: brian.e.jardine@l-3com.com
Having never done this before (full scale) I just took a page out of Tony Bengelis'construction manuals (and some R/C experience) and built a vertical jig.I never really considered building them on a table top. I did build a few R/Cwings back in the 80s on a table top, but I've used an elevated wing jig onthose too since the early 90s. To answer you question Gary... yes, I slid myribs into place while the spars were supported by the jig. I hope this methodworks out ok. The only thing I am concerned about is that the jig supports are8' apart (the width of my workbench), so I may encounter some sagging in themiddle (?) not sure. I'll take some measurements tonight to see if an extrasupport might be required. Anyone have any suggestions concerning this method?--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
Having never done this before (full scale) I just took a page out of Tony Bengelis'construction manuals (and some R/C experience) and built a vertical jig.I never really considered building them on a table top. I did build a few R/Cwings back in the 80s on a table top, but I've used an elevated wing jig onthose too since the early 90s. To answer you question Gary... yes, I slid myribs into place while the spars were supported by the jig. I hope this methodworks out ok. The only thing I am concerned about is that the jig supports are8' apart (the width of my workbench), so I may encounter some sagging in themiddle (?) not sure. I'll take some measurements tonight to see if an extrasupport might be required. Anyone have any suggestions concerning this method?--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
RE: Pietenpol-List: Fuselage building and material;exelente
Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
I have to agree with Gary....we have a MacBeath Hardwood here in SLC,UT and the prices are great I got my Spruce and ply and I don't have topay shipping costs.BrianSLC, UT
I have to agree with Gary....we have a MacBeath Hardwood here in SLC,UT and the prices are great I got my Spruce and ply and I don't have topay shipping costs.BrianSLC, UT
RE: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
Thanks! I would think that stretching a string from butt to tip and thetrammeling process would take care of any sag...all done before leading andtrailing edge.Gary BootheCool, Ca.PietenpolWW Corvair ConversionTail done, Fuselage on gear(13 ribs down.)-----Original Message-----
Thanks! I would think that stretching a string from butt to tip and thetrammeling process would take care of any sag...all done before leading andtrailing edge.Gary BootheCool, Ca.PietenpolWW Corvair ConversionTail done, Fuselage on gear(13 ribs down.)-----Original Message-----
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "Jack Phillips"
Right... I'll be looking at that stuff this evening. Thanks Gary!--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
Right... I'll be looking at that stuff this evening. Thanks Gary!--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
RE: Pietenpol-List: Fuselage building and material
Original Posted By: owner-pietenpol-list-server(at)matronics.com
If you use small pieces of plywood, you will need to glue them together withscarf joints to retain the strength required. I did this in my floorboard.As I recall, I used an 8:1 scarf, so for =BC=94 ply, the scarf was 2=94 wide.Jack PhillipsNX899JP _____
If you use small pieces of plywood, you will need to glue them together withscarf joints to retain the strength required. I did this in my floorboard.As I recall, I used an 8:1 scarf, so for =BC=94 ply, the scarf was 2=94 wide.Jack PhillipsNX899JP _____
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "K5YAC"
I built my wings on a table consisting of two used hollow panel doors which were joined by stringers on each side to make one long table on saw horses. Worked just fine. The doors cost me $20 total froma building mat'l reuse place. The spars were set up on 2 by 4's and the ribs slid on.--Jim Lagowski----- Original Message -----
I built my wings on a table consisting of two used hollow panel doors which were joined by stringers on each side to make one long table on saw horses. Worked just fine. The doors cost me $20 total froma building mat'l reuse place. The spars were set up on 2 by 4's and the ribs slid on.--Jim Lagowski----- Original Message -----
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "K5YAC"
Subject: Pietenpol-List: One builder's rule of thumb-- how long will it take ?I thought I'd be flying in two years. It took 4.5 years. Everything I thought would take X amount of time took Two Times X...or a bit longer.Mike C. ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Subject: Pietenpol-List: One builder's rule of thumb-- how long will it take ?I thought I'd be flying in two years. It took 4.5 years. Everything I thought would take X amount of time took Two Times X...or a bit longer.Mike C. ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "TulsaFlyer"
Ah HA!! He's hording water now. [Laughing] Glad you and Jim had a nice visit. Of course I am a bit jealous that Jim got anairplane ride.--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Ah HA!! He's hording water now. [Laughing] Glad you and Jim had a nice visit. Of course I am a bit jealous that Jim got anairplane ride.--------Mark - working on wingsRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: steven sadler
Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: ASSCO,inchey guys, good news! I start my assertive training classes next month, I can wait its a personal development thing I been needing to work on for many years and struggled to break out of shell, no more Mr..Shy Mr. Doormat reserved any more. I am gonna start letting people what I really think I am gonna assert myself and you all will be proud of the new me!John________________________________________________________________________________Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:04:52 -0500Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: ASSCO,inchey guys, good news! I start my assertive training classes next month, I can wait its a personal development thing I been needing to work on for many years and struggled to break out of shell, no more Mr..Shy Mr. Doormat reserved any more. I am gonna start letting people what I really think I am gonna assert myself and you all will be proud of the new me!John________________________________________________________________________________Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:04:52 -0500Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: AS&S bought naming rights to Exhibit Building
Original Posted By:
I went to B &B again at Oshkosh and they still hadn't gotten in all of the turnbucklesI needed after John wiped out their stock. With a few modifications (like using long ends instead of the sort ends) I was able to get what I neededexcept for one turnbuckle end, I had to bite the bullet and go over to ACSS andorder it. At least they didn't charge me shipping!After I got back from Oshkosh, I finished all of my cabling and got my tailwheelmounted. Right now I am taking a break before I put the remaining fuselage sideon this evening! Then its on to the main gear and the engine rebuild.Rick SchreiberValparaiso, IN----- Original Message -----
I went to B &B again at Oshkosh and they still hadn't gotten in all of the turnbucklesI needed after John wiped out their stock. With a few modifications (like using long ends instead of the sort ends) I was able to get what I neededexcept for one turnbuckle end, I had to bite the bullet and go over to ACSS andorder it. At least they didn't charge me shipping!After I got back from Oshkosh, I finished all of my cabling and got my tailwheelmounted. Right now I am taking a break before I put the remaining fuselage sideon this evening! Then its on to the main gear and the engine rebuild.Rick SchreiberValparaiso, IN----- Original Message -----
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: AS&S bought naming rights to Exhibit Building
Original Posted By: Jim Markle
RE: Pietenpol-List: Re: ASSCO,inc
Original Posted By: "Bill Church"
Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: steven244sadler(at)gmail.com
Steve=2CI be interested in itEmal: chiefpepperhead(at)hotmail.comDoug DeverDate: Thu=2C 27 Aug 2009 16:04:52 -0500Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Steve=2CI be interested in itEmal: chiefpepperhead(at)hotmail.comDoug DeverDate: Thu=2C 27 Aug 2009 16:04:52 -0500Subject: Re: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "kevinpurtee"
Empirical evidence wins!!GarySent from my iPhoneOn Mar 5, 2013, at 10:33 AM, Jim Boyer wrote:> Hi Steve,> > As usual Mike and Jack have the most experience and the best answers (my opinion anyway).> > > > But Allen Rudolfs Piet is still at Brodhead and I believe it was built in 1934 with a 1932 model A engine and is still being flown, I don't how much as Allen has passed on, but I have seen it several times and it looks like it still has all its original control horns and parts. Its only 79 years old so wouldn't worry to much about the opening in the horns.> > Cheers,> > Jim B.> > > > > > ============================================================================================================================================> ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Empirical evidence wins!!GarySent from my iPhoneOn Mar 5, 2013, at 10:33 AM, Jim Boyer wrote:> Hi Steve,> > As usual Mike and Jack have the most experience and the best answers (my opinion anyway).> > > > But Allen Rudolfs Piet is still at Brodhead and I believe it was built in 1934 with a 1932 model A engine and is still being flown, I don't how much as Allen has passed on, but I have seen it several times and it looks like it still has all its original control horns and parts. Its only 79 years old so wouldn't worry to much about the opening in the horns.> > Cheers,> > Jim B.> > > > > > ============================================================================================================================================> ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "echobravo4"
Tail surfaces are repaired. Engine ran at Corvair College 24 in South Carolinain November. Fuel tank is complete. Left wing panel woodwork is complete. Framing up right wing now. I've recovered to pretty near 100% - flying for work and pleasure, running, etc.I'll miss Brodhead, Gardiner. I've got work obligations and, frankly, Shelley& I are about to get furloughed during the sequester. That's a big chunk of income.Breaks my heart to miss Brodhead. Really wanted to see everyone and wanted tohave the chance to talk to people about the accident. I did a thorough write-upfor the BPA newsletter, though. I think Doc will publish that in April. That'llhave to suffice until 2014.--------Kevin "Axel" PurteeRebuilding NX899KPAustin/San Marcos, TXRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/0_wi ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Tail surfaces are repaired. Engine ran at Corvair College 24 in South Carolinain November. Fuel tank is complete. Left wing panel woodwork is complete. Framing up right wing now. I've recovered to pretty near 100% - flying for work and pleasure, running, etc.I'll miss Brodhead, Gardiner. I've got work obligations and, frankly, Shelley& I are about to get furloughed during the sequester. That's a big chunk of income.Breaks my heart to miss Brodhead. Really wanted to see everyone and wanted tohave the chance to talk to people about the accident. I did a thorough write-upfor the BPA newsletter, though. I think Doc will publish that in April. That'llhave to suffice until 2014.--------Kevin "Axel" PurteeRebuilding NX899KPAustin/San Marcos, TXRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/0_wi ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "TOM STINEMETZE"
Looks great Kevin!You're making a lot of progressSure gonna miss you and Shelly at Brodhead!--------Earl BrownI may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where Iintended to be.Read this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ______Date: Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:27:11 -0600
Looks great Kevin!You're making a lot of progressSure gonna miss you and Shelly at Brodhead!--------Earl BrownI may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where Iintended to be.Read this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ______Date: Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:27:11 -0600
Re: Pietenpol-List: Progress Report
Original Posted By: Jim Boyer
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "john francis"
Today as I was preparing to glue in a diagonal on the bottom of my fuselage, Ifound that without bowing it, it will fall inside the longerons. In other wordsit will not conform to the curvature of the outside edges of the fuselage.Did others bow this piece or is it okay as is?John--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscn ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Today as I was preparing to glue in a diagonal on the bottom of my fuselage, Ifound that without bowing it, it will fall inside the longerons. In other wordsit will not conform to the curvature of the outside edges of the fuselage.Did others bow this piece or is it okay as is?John--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ttachments: http://forums.matronics.com//files/dscn ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: V Groah
Looks great Mark. I wish you lived a lot closer to me so I could reference itoften.John--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
Looks great Mark. I wish you lived a lot closer to me so I could reference itoften.John--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... __________
> Pietenpol-List: Progress Pic
Original Posted By:> hangar10(at)cox.net
Looking good=2C You have a lot done. keep up the good work. Vic 414MV > Subject: Pietenpol-List: Progress Pic
Looking good=2C You have a lot done. keep up the good work. Vic 414MV > Subject: Pietenpol-List: Progress Pic
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "taildrags"
Thanks guys, that makes it easy. Ill glue it into place tonight and be ready toplace the floor on tomorrow!--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Thanks guys, that makes it easy. Ill glue it into place tonight and be ready toplace the floor on tomorrow!--------John FrancisRead this topic online here:http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... ___Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "aviken"
They don't seem to appear in the original 'Flying & Glider' drawings. Perhaps excessive flexing was noticed in this area=2C and these long gussets were added as stiffeners. I've included the long gussets in my build according to the most current plans.Lorenzo ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
They don't seem to appear in the original 'Flying & Glider' drawings. Perhaps excessive flexing was noticed in this area=2C and these long gussets were added as stiffeners. I've included the long gussets in my build according to the most current plans.Lorenzo ________________________________________________________________________________Subject: Pietenpol-List: Re: Progress Report
Original Posted By: "Greg Cardinal"
> To: pietenpol-list(at)matronics.com> > > I know that some of you have seen this on Facebook... but for those that don't frequent the site=2C here is a recent photo of my progress. Things have been a bit slow for a few months due to a variety of reasons=2C but I've never quit thinking of my project. Most recently I have assembled my engine at CC#28=2C fabricated my firewall=2C fabricated the front wing braces and cut my instrument panels. Now I am preparing to start rigging some tail brace cables and control cables. > > Anyhow... I hope it is inspirational for some. > > This was on display at our chapter hangar last Saturday for Learn to Fly Day.> > > --------> Mark Chouinard> Wings=2C Center Section and Empannage and Fuse framed up - Working on Landing Gear> > > > > > > Read this topic online here:> > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... 475#423475> > > > > > > ============================================> > > ________________________________________________________________________________
> To: pietenpol-list(at)matronics.com> > > I know that some of you have seen this on Facebook... but for those that don't frequent the site=2C here is a recent photo of my progress. Things have been a bit slow for a few months due to a variety of reasons=2C but I've never quit thinking of my project. Most recently I have assembled my engine at CC#28=2C fabricated my firewall=2C fabricated the front wing braces and cut my instrument panels. Now I am preparing to start rigging some tail brace cables and control cables. > > Anyhow... I hope it is inspirational for some. > > This was on display at our chapter hangar last Saturday for Learn to Fly Day.> > > --------> Mark Chouinard> Wings=2C Center Section and Empannage and Fuse framed up - Working on Landing Gear> > > > > > > Read this topic online here:> > http://forums.matronics.com/viewtopic.p ... 475#423475> > > > > > > ============================================> > > ________________________________________________________________________________