April 25, 2016

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I installed the single rivet that joins each rib to the spar. These rivets have to be installed now because the tank skin covers that region. 
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As Vans specifies, I installed fasteners in every other hole. I applied Krytox to the threads and used my electric drill to install the fasteners. Everything fit together very nicely.
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Looking good! I still need to install the screws in the Z-brackets. IMG_0922

I dimpled the holes along the flange on the rear spar. It was a little difficult getting the squeezer in this area because the flange is angled inward.
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Vans tells you to remove a small amount of material to improve the fit between the spar and the skin. I just used a deburring bit to removed the material. I need to double check these surfaces next time.
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