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Buck's RV-8
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Date: 5-9-2011
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Number of Hours: 4.10
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Brief Description: Flight controls; wingtip wiring connector
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In order to install the flaps, flap fairings, ailerons and wingtips, I had to re-install the control column, pushrods and sticks. This took quite a while and, of course, required many trips in and out of the cockpit -- a process that takes some extra effort now that the wings and flaps are on. I think I have it down to a science now.
I also installed one half of the power connector for the APRS unit that will be installed in the right wingtip. I've elected to use SealAll brand connectors, which are basically higher-quality, weatherproof versions of the ubiquitous Molex connectors that are traditionally used in homebuilts. These are the same connectors used by GM in many modern cars, so I figure they've been pretty well ops-tested and proven reliable. They feature a locking tab that keeps the connector halves together no matter what, plus rubber grommets on the back end of each wire, and another grommet on each mating fitting.
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Rear stick pushrods temporarily attached to stick.
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Rear stick centered and clamped.
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Seal-All connector for APRS unit in right wingtip.
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