RV-9A Wing Construction Log
Wednesday, June 09, 2004
J-stringers, replacement rivets and stuff....
I drilled out some skin rivets that needed replaced and a row of rivets on the rear spar that were severely over-set. I put the j-stringers in place and have rivets in, taped and ready to go.
I fussed with the fit of the fuel tank on the spar a bit. Also put in some rivets on the main spar where the leading edge ribs would normally go but only where there was a spar doubler. I drilled the tie-down hole as well.
I'll get Sandi out to help me set the remaining rivets and then it's on to the bellcrank and gap fairings.
I haven't had a photo in awhile.. so here's a shot of the right wing. Shop is a mess.

(Time: 1.5 hours)

