Jul 21, 2021     wings       Category: Wings

The project started on 12/11/2012 with the delivery of the wings. All steps were followed per plans except for not installing the leading edge stall warn system (using Garmin angle of attack instead). Also changed the routing of the internal wires to avoid the Garmin GMU 22 area. Used the standard Vans wing wiring harness kit. Instead of grounding some "Ground Wires" to the wing frame itself, I ran most wires all the way back to the main ground block. The installation of the wings was very easy. The first one(left) I did myself because no one was available to help. The second one I did after an operation, so I needed a little help from friends. This wing also went on easily after a little coaxing.

  Jul 21, 2021     fuel tank       Category: Wings

Did I mention I hate working with pro seal? All steps followed per the plans. Air leak test worked great. Sat for 2 days with no noticeable change and then test was repeated again. After wings were installed, the tank was unsealed and re-cleaned with gas. I painted the fuel vents "red" below the wing because it will definitely cause an oowie for anyone that accidentally hits it with their head. Calibration of the fuel quantity with the G3X went well. I did the first five gallons at one gallon intervals and the remainder at 5 gallon intervals. The fuel caps were powder coated red but I may buy polished aluminum ones in the future.