This week was spent correcting some errors identified when a metal-metal squeak was noted last week, when moving the sticks. The torque arms and pushrods were removed and it was clear the pushrods were set 1/2' shorter than specified. This explained the low angle between the torque arms and pushrods and the reason the pushrods were rubbing on the ribs. The new torque tubes were received from Van's. The flap actuator was tested and does not fully retract but moves through 1-11/16" travel. We will check with Van's to see that this is acceptable. The pushrods were repainted and set in a jig to get them to the exact length then they were reinstalled. The original torque arms were repainted and reinstalled. Maggie reinstalled the spacers on the torque tubes. The angle at the arms was much greater, and the pushrods don't rub! We're ready to redrill the tubes and set the flaperons.
Richard and Adam spent much time trimming and sanding the canopy fairing and it is nicely taking shape. Addison put nut plates on a cowl scoop, and Brady installed the oil tank, cooler and radiator.
We noted the plastic guides on the floor of the plane were not full secured and these were pulled in order to re-install them properly.