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Re: Fuel system layout

Subject: Re: Fuel system layout
From: Graham Singleton <grasingleton@avnet.co.uk>
Date: Tue, 19 Sep 2000 23:58:34
>I was thinking about putting in some of the fuel system bits, but I am not
>sure where things go.  Where are the two filters mounted where they are both
>secure and easily viewable from the inspection ports?  Where is the fuel pump
>usually mounted?  How do you route the fuel lines through the tunnel?

I prefer a single Andair gascolator. Less chance of blocking, check before 
every flight and less risk of any leaks. Fitting two Purolators doubles the 
risk of a leak or blockage. The main problem is that of checking regularly, 
you have to disturb the fuel system thereby reducing its reliability.

I also prefer aluminium fuel lines but that is another story.

>Another thing I was thinking about doing was cutting the side holes in the
>fuselage for the spars and aileron controls before I glue to module in, this
>will prevent the aileron control from pushing the skin out slightly.  Is this
>a good idea?

Yes. Also do not finish the glassing of these holes until after the wing 
incidence has been set because slight adjustment of pivot bolt adjustment 
can be then still be done .

Graham



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