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Matchdrilled Left ER Tank and Started Stiffeners
Author: Andrew Published Date: September 19, 2026 Leave a Comment on Matchdrilled Left ER Tank and Started Stiffeners
Next up, let’s get to tank rib prep and matchdrilling! After fishing out the ribs yesterday and mocking them up on the baffle, I clecoed…
ER Tank Nutplates and Spar Countersinking
Author: Andrew Published Date: August 8, 2026 Leave a Comment on ER Tank Nutplates and Spar Countersinking
Today was a LOOOOONG day in the shop. To break things up a little, I am going to post in separate posts. First, I attached…
ER Tank Spar Nutplate Drilling and Countersinking
Author: Andrew Published Date: August 2, 2026 Leave a Comment on ER Tank Spar Nutplate Drilling and Countersinking
This morning was tedious, but necessary for the ER tanks. I drilled some #21 holes for the future #8 screws, but now I needed to…
Rudder Tip Attachment Finished
Well, another short trip to the shop today. With my holes already drilled and the rudder side already dimpled, it was time to attach some…