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Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
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Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
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Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
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Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2016 12:31 am
by Sacpilot
I don't know if it helps anyone, but I have building consistently, and documenting the build with pictures. But, I realized that while I have been updating the log with pictures, I haven't mentioned that there were updates here in a long time.
Here is the link to the photo log.
https://picasaweb.google.com/1146026219 ... oarTgp7SfA
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Fri May 08, 2015 2:45 am
by Sacpilot
Just an update for anyone watching the site and pictures from time to time. New pictures posted. I have been working on getting our flight school and rental company up and running. Still working about every other day for a bit each time. Tail
Is done. Spar and rear fuselage are next. Will have more time now that I will be out at field near hangar 3-4 days a week. Been a couple of hiccups, but nothing major. Mainly adjustments from complete match hole drilling kit before to one that isn't match hole on many parts. Onward and upward!
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 5:56 pm
by Sacpilot
Tony,
Thanks! Yeah, I inherited a huge amount of power tools from a fellow zenith builder who moved away. I agree, a smaller belt sander is fine. Had the combo with 4 inch belt already though. Bought a dressing wheel today just in case for grinder. Thanks for that reference on rudder. I have a feeling mine was ok. But, easier to start again now.
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 10:17 am
by Viking
Small world Christopher! Yes I live just outside Portsmouth next to the golf course (I don't golf!). Thanks for the info guys!
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 7:56 am
by Tony Spicer
Sacpilot wrote:Man I love this hobby. Always something to learn! Just did some research on grinding wheel dressers. Didn't even know they exist. I'm gonna buy one tomorrow for my grinding wheel. Thanks Tony for opening my eyes to something new!
Personal opinion, but I think grinding wheels are pretty much useless when building a Panther. Ditto 4" belt sanders.
My 1 x 30 belt sander is the most used tool in the shop. Get a variety of grits, as well as a non-woven belt for deburring. Throw away the side plate on the sander, and belt changes can be done in under 10 seconds.
Tony
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 7:51 am
by Tony Spicer
Sacpilot wrote:
Tony, if you read this, can you tell me why reference point would confirm twist? If I flip the rudder on either side with Clecos in, but not fixture, should the trailing edge be flat on both sides along the 2x4s? I say yes.
Looking at your photos, I think you have too many 2 x 4's in action. Only need two. One under bottom rib and one under top rib fixture. Tops of 2 x 4's must be parallel. Weights to hold it flat, then drill hinge. It's the hinge that locks the skin in place. It will also lock twist in place. If there's twist, you'll be able to see it. Stand the rudder up on the bottom rib. Back away from the trailing edge and center the bottom of the trailing edge between the two forward bends. Run your eye up to the top. Trailing edge should still be centered.
Tony
Re: Christopher Braun O-200 taildragger LS wing
Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 1:54 am
by Sacpilot
Man I love this hobby. Always something to learn! Just did some research on grinding wheel dressers. Didn't even know they exist. I'm gonna buy one tomorrow for my grinding wheel. Thanks Tony for opening my eyes to something new!