27. Fit the grooved landing gear block into the
notches in R3 and R4. It should have a 1/2”
overhang on the end with the hole. Insure
this block fits flush with the top edge of the
ribs. When satisfied, remove block and use
30 minute epoxy to glue in place along with
the 1/2” x 7/8” x 1” vertical gear block as
shown in photo.
Taildragger Version:
The gear blocks will be forward of the main
spar.
28. Using the 3/32” tapered leading edge
sheets made previously in step 15, bevel
the angle to match where the ribs meet the
leading edge. Check for proper fit - there
should be no gaps between the sheeting
and the leading edge. Sand if necessary.
29. Pin or weight the trailing edge of the wing
to the building surface. The wing must
remain flat when sheeting the front portion.
30. Apply thick CA to the tops of all ribs.
Working quickly, align the front of the
sheeting to the rear of the leading edge
piece and glue with thin CA. Once dry, roll
the sheeting to the rear down on top of the
spars and add weight to hold flat against
the ribs. Glue the rear edge of the sheeting
to the top spar using thin CA.
31. Using the 3/32” x 4” x 24” sheet provided,
cut two pieces 9-1/2” long. Glue these in
place over R1 thru R4, keeping one end
flush with R1. Cut and fit a piece to fill into
the gap left between the center section
sheeting and the trailing edge sheeting.
Glue in place.
Option:
If desired for looks, the rounded corners
shown on plan can be cut from scrap 3/32” sheet
and added.
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