Tag: Cockpit
Panel Fabrication
Back to the avionics panel for a bit. With the final placement now determined for all avionics, I had the stock Van’s panel cut by water jet at a local fabricator. Really this should still be at the fabricator, as they still have work to do. But so do I. Before the panel can be […]
The Big Cut
The post here is somewhat short, but the video will be detailed. The big cut was a big task. I think the preparation, buildup, stress, and anxiety made this one of the most intense days in the shop–at least this far. Heat: Keeping the shop heated is key. The material will get brittle below 70-ish […]
EP 4.19 Rudder Pedals, Brake Plumbing, More
Roll Bar and Support
The roll bar was an apt introduction into the canopy, from what I hear. Mine was very close to plan, avoiding the big adjustments required by many. Still, this piece won’t bend. I needed about 1/8″ of twist which I achieved at the cost of risk of great personal injury, and 1/8″ of “squeeze” which […]
EP 4.17 Control Stick Grips
Center Tunnel Revisited
This piece of the build has been giving me anxiety for months. Today, I feel it’s been put to rest. First, let me say, this wasn’t without great amounts of trial and error. Everything from the order in which items are run (does coax go to the right or left of pitot/static?) to the foam […]
Get a Grip
This pun brought to you by some hilarious YouTube followers. First off, I love these grips. I’m super excited about them. The functionality, without looking like a F-16 wannabe, is great. Modern looking without the cosplay feel. The button quality, especially the PTT, is excellent. Wiring these bad chickens in was a bit of feat […]
Lighting and FWF Wiring
It has been a while since I’ve provided an update. Work continues to fill out the panel, and run all the necessary wiring throughout the airplane. I want to get all the wire run and components installed that I can before working on the plane becomes much tighter. (With skins on, and other components installed.) […]