Tag: Systems
Finishing the Avionics
Getting the avionics in place has been something I’ve been working on behind the scenes. I had the stock van panel water jet cut and powder coated–this after making some file adjustments based on the trial panels I’ve created to date. Dry transfers were created through Color Vu. The glare shield was primed and painted […]
Tidying Wires and Tubes (the center tunnel)
Getting the systems in the center tunnel corralled has long been on my list. This goes hand-in-hand with prep for the stick grips, which also require a clean exit from the tube, and insurance that none of the wiring will infringe on the stick movement–even as we add a massive 9-strand cable into the mix. […]
EP 4.19 Rudder Pedals, Brake Plumbing, More
EP 4.17 Control Stick Grips
Heat and Firewall Recess
I went ahead and installed the heat box. This still needs a cable run, which pains me because my panel is nearing completion and I don’t know where this and a few other runs (alt air) will penetrate. The hole in the firewall proved to be a bit tricky to add, but a brand new […]
EP 4.16 Installing the Artex ELT 345
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 […]
EP 4.15 Aircraft Lighting
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 […]