Another two and a half hours and one and a half ribs riveted. We're finding it really difficult. Not only because it *is* difficult, but also because we have short arms and can barely reach some of the rivets, let alone apply leverage to a bucking bar. Apart from the bays with the access panels, I'm finding it 'easier' to come in from the rear of the wing through the second lightening hole aft. Of course, this means I'm perched on a step ladder, head down, leaning over the wing. This would be easier on the bench. But then, the bays *with* the access panels would be much easier in the stand (I think; haven't tried on the bench yet). I'm not lifting the wing in and out of the stand to do each bay, so one way or another I'm stuck with an awkward position. Its a real ARSE of a job and frankly I'll be glad to see the back of it. This job alone is causing more stress and arguments between Jackie and I than its worth. The only good thing I can think of is that even if we had the money to go QB we'd still have to rivet these damn skins on. Stupid plane...
