Re: Rib stitching problem
People are just drilling holes through that adhesive at the edge of the rib. In my case, I used Oratex and Im relying on the strength of the glue so I did not stitch there. I did stitch the short segment behind the aft spar. They say that stitching is not necessary with any of the products we use since the ribs are 1" wide but most everyone is stitching their ribs. I know of nobody that stitched the very end rib so everyone must be trusting the adhesive integrity out there. Yes, at the tip, it is also sandwiched under the Wing tip fiberglass as well.
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Great, thanks for the info. I thought I had misread the instructions.
Steve
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Also, many people make note of the spacers that were installed underneath the tank before they cover, so that they are able to stitch that false rib as well
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efwd
Also, many people make note of the spacers that were installed underneath the tank before they cover, so that they are able to stitch that false rib as well
I just drilled holes through the fuel tank. Worked great!
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(disclaimer: the above post is a joke. Please don't drill holes in your fuel tank.);)
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So, holes drilled through the tank. Do I run the stitching outboard of Rib three, then through the tank, and then up on the inboard side on rib one?
:)
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I didn't use hysol between the tank and rib. I figured the wooden spacers were stiff enough.
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Flyboy66
So, holes drilled through the tank. Do I run the stitching outboard of Rib three, then through the tank, and then up on the inboard side on rib one?
:)
Yes .....:eek:
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Perfect! Next, addressing the potential fuel leak.