Oz build SS7

[rosslr]

Today we started covering the top of the fuselage. First we needed to plumb the static tube system -a very easy job using the Avery system.
The covering of the top proved to be a tricky. I read all the posts and tried using the 'Scott method' - thanks Scott for the pics and the notes on the three step system - but we gave up and went for the two part method. Gayle has taken over this job while I prep and spray the tail feathers with the poly spray.

We are getting there ..... albeit slowly!

cheers

Ross
Mt Beauty
OZ

[Flybyjim]

Your static systems looks very interesting. What systems are you using that requires a double static port, is this for a glass panel?

[rosslr]

HI Jim. This is pretty standard fitting for the static ports so the system takes an average of the static pressure from each side of the plane - for example when sideslipping. There is another string of discussions that report that many Kitfox owners just access the static pressure from behind the panel as the Kitfox is not exactly airtight! I put them in because they are not expensive nor difficult to install at this stage of the build and then I have options!

The Avery kit is very good with clear instructions.

I have purchased MGL Xtreme instuments (and V6 radio).

cheers

Ross
Mt Beauty
OZ

[PapuaPilot]

I put two static ports in my plane too for the same reason Ross mentioned. I also read that some have had their ports come loose so I put a backup piece of fabric on the inside of the port with PolyTak.

[ken nougaret]

I also put in the avary kit. Mine is for steam gauges. About $85.

[rosslr]

Thanks for the tip about the fabric patch on the inside Phil - sounds sensible and as I am about to close over the top it is very timely!

cheers

Ross
Mt Beauty
OZ

[rosslr]

Good day today - Gayle worked on the top of the fuselage and I did some Poly spraying. Many visitors being a Saturday and the gliders are out in force with the first of the warm weather after winter. First, after advice from Phil, I put a patch on the inside over the static pert inlet plates - just for reinforcement. We are very happy that the top section along the razorback all heat shrunk into place! Isn't that magic?! So, now it is just the vertical stab now and tapping and the covering is done and dusted! I completed the third coat on the tail feathers after sanding the second coat. Also got one coat on one of the wings - but got some lifting of the ears on the pinked tapes so I have a bit of work tomorrow to get them bedded down again.

Apart from that, a pleasing days progress.

Cheers

Ross
Mt Beauty
Oz

[rosslr]

Gayle thinks that there is potential for a 3rd seat in the Kitfox! We are now working on putting a bubble in turteldeck and then we reckon we will have a seat with a great view!. I reckon this will catch on.

Ross
Mt Beauty
OZ

[rosslr]

I think we should reinterpret hanger mess in to Hanger Art! I am happy to post the first offering but am sure others can top it! But I am sure that these would be wonderful on the living room wall!

cheers

Ross
Mt Beatuy
OZ

[War Eagle]

Gayle thinks that there is potential for a 3rd seat in the Kitfox! We are now working on putting a bubble in turteldeck and then we reckon we will have a seat with a great view!. I reckon this will catch on.

Ross
Mt Beauty
OZ

A bit like the old rumble seats of yester-year.

Maybe a good seat for a pouch with it's own headset.