Installed the highly efficient RV-12 air conditioner today. No problems, though it took some time to debur, countersink and then rivet all of the parts for the vent. Then on to the cowling hinges. On the advice of the VAF forums, I cut the hinge to 10.5". BUT then I cut off the wrong tab on the end of the hinge. This was totally my mistake. It is sure so easy to get turned around when looking at the plans, then the plane. I am now a charter member of the "Buy Some More Hinge Club". Can't wait until I become a member of the "Buy Some More Fuel Line Club".
Cut another piece of hinge and cut off the correct tab. Match drilled it after postioning. Ensure the bottom firewall does not move as you have to remove all clecos and then clamp all into position before match drilling. Primed the hinges and the spacer. Let them dry for about an hour and then riveted the hinges to the firewall bottom.
BTW, after looking at the pictures, got that last rivet!!!!!!
Going to have an EAA Chapter 75 OPEN House on Sunday to allow all of our club members and any other interested to view the project. Hope to get a critical EAA Tech Inspection at the same time. It is time for the 2nd inspection.
Time Today - 5 hours Totals-137 Hours on the Fuselage - 108 Hours on the Empennage (85% Complete), 175 Hours on the Wings (100% Complete)
