Paul, I used 100 grit to scuff the gelcoat, then applied the primer over that, sanding afterwards with 120, followed by 240. Smooth as a baby's butt. :) -- Jeff - A055 N55XS Radio and Intercom tested
Speaking of the container, I have a nose gear and fork coming over. Anyone know how we are to make arrangements for distribution when the container hits the USA destination? -- Jeff A055 Builders Log
Kevin, Bob is right on. My RC Allen is wired for trim and radio flip flop and channel search. No problems with it, at all... -- Jeff A055 Builders Log: http://www.N55XS.com -- Checked by AVG Anti-Vir
of you who have completed this job tell me how you routed the pipe to the legs (socket tube). I was contemplating drilling through the baggage ,then rib three and down by the side of the socket tube,
Can anyone tell me how they aimed their landing lights? I'm about ready to adjust them, but have no idea as to the angle to set them at. Any help would be appreciated... -- Jeff - A055 - Windscreen a
Michael, I see you've gotten assistance, already, however, if you still need help, let me know. I have my drawings in a format that can be converted to DXF, DWG, etc... -- Jeff - A055 Builders Log: h
Actually, the convergence I can probably handle. My main concern is the downward angle, ie: How far ahead of the aircraft should the beams hit the runway at a given altitude. If all else fails, it'll
That's more in line with what I was thinking. I think I'll give that a try. Thanks for the input... -- Jeff - A055 Builders Log: http://www.N55XS.com -- Checked by AVG Anti-Virus.
for reference. The build so far has been straightforward and easy, but at this stage there seems so much to consider all at once that I find myself having difficulty narrowing the scope of the projec
N55XS is set up so that the Hobbs runs when the engine runs. This is the benchmark I'll be using for maintenance... -- Jeff - A055 Almost ready to paint the airframe... Builders Log: http://www.N55XS
For those who are interested, I've posted my solution to the low harness height, on todays journal at my build site. Very strong and works very well... -- Jeff - A055 Builders Log: http://www.N55XS.c
Fred, The gadget is constructed from 1/8" semi-hard aluminum, 5" wide. I don't know the actual hardness, but it's fairly stiff. To bend it I used a vise and did a little pushing. For the 90 degree (a
The carpet is from Auto Zone. You'll find it in the floor mat section. It is very light, will contour to different shapes and not expensive. The adhesive is a 3M product that is used to bond vinyl to
Tom, I was actually considering a similar technique, but didn't want to reroute wiring and redo the carpeting, so opted for the easy way out. Have you gotten the bugs worked out of that Jab, yet? Was
Graham, I considered gussets on each side of the front plate, or, even a couple of ribs on the back side of the rear plate, however my engineer friend assures me that any load that would bend the cur
Check the photos at this link. http://www.rmholsters.com/europa/july2004.htm Scroll down to the 10th. My wife and I manufactured these boots for about $4. and they secure to the floor, which removes
Expanding on what Fred has said, trust me, they are fine units and fit perfectly. I will soon be installing the set I bought from Fred and look forward to showing off the final assembly. The Creative
Garry, If memory serves correctly, I think I had to trim about 3/8". At any rate, trim whatever is necessary to make the rudder right... -- Jeff - A055 One more wing to prime, then it's off to the pa
Richard, if you talking about the ferrell that fits under the cap, they can be had at ACS. They include the cap for only a few pennies, each... -- Jeff A055 Ready for paint. Log: http://www.N55XS.com