Pulled all the parts for the vertical stabilizer frame and laid them out on our work surface to see how they fit together. EAA Technical Counselor stopped by with a copy of AC 43.13 - 1B/2A - Aircraft Inspection, Repair and Alterations. He went through the steps we'll need to follow:

1) fit pieces together & Cleco

2) drill as necessary

3) take apart and clean/debur

4) spray the inside of ALL parts with 2-part epoxy primer (most of the S19s life will be in Florida. This was recommended to reduce the likelihood of corrosion). This will add to the base weight but will be well worth the effort.

5) reassemble and cleco

6) rivet