24 October 2009
Flap hinge angles
2.0 hours
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Match drilling hinge attach angle (Full size) After the hinges are riveted to the rib, I fit the attach angles and match drill them to the hinge and rear spar |
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Fitting of hinge angle (Full size) The angle that fits with the lower skin is then cleco'd into place. |
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Aligning angle (Full size) A straight edge is placed on the rear spar and rib to make sure that the angle is in the right place. |
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Priming the angles (Full size) After drilling, deburring, and countersinking where necessary, the angles are ready to install |
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Finished inner flap hinge (Full size) I riveted the angles in place. This shows the inner hinge |
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Inner flap hinge, another view (Full size) The other side of the inner hinge |
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