The build manual specifies 6mm diameter clear plastic tubing along the
wings, through the ribs, for pitot / static lines and stall warner.
I have a concern that if the tubing got blocked or damaged, it could not
be replaced easily once the wings are closed.
I note that some folk have installed plastic conduit (diameter
20-25mm..?) through which smaller diameter tubing or wiring can be run.
A couple of questions on this, please:
Is it worth installing plastic conduit? Am I just being paranoid /
overly pessimistic.!? (I am not sending any cables along the wings).
In the UK, is this a mod which needs formal approval, or could it be
checked and sanctioned by my PFA inspector? (If it is the former, is it
a PFA-accepted mod..?)
(PS I've noted previous correspondence and factory recommendations on
rib reinforcement and conduit placement).
With thanks,
Dave Moore
Monowheel #550
Aberdeen UK.
400+ Hours done & about 4000 to go......!!
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