Archive for November, 2008

Rivet Rear VS Spar, Part 2

Sunday, November 9th, 2008

Still no pictures, but I’m over 2/3 of the way done.

Rivet the VS rear spar, Part I

Saturday, November 8th, 2008

Began riveting the rear spar (sorry no pictures).  For those that haven’t had the pleasure of squeezing 1/8″ rivets, this is mildly entertaining.  Let’s just say it can be considered strenuous exercise.  It takes every bit of strength I have and I need to take frequent breaks to recuperate.  About a third of the way there!

Countersinked Spar Stiffner

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

Received a new #30 countersink cutter today, so I could continue.  The one that came with my tool kit had an oversized pilot.

Debur and dimple VS

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

Debured the VS and dimpled the holes that were to be flush riveted.