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Aug 2, 2018 Obtained sample vinyl wrap from supplier. Tested application
on protoype for the canopy arm covers.
Oct 1, 2018 - Replacing truss head screws that could interfere with canopy
side arm, with
countersunk flush screws. Makes for a much cleaner operation.
Oct 9, 2018 - Left side canopy arm cover pretty much complete.
Oct 15, 2018 - Finished right side cover installation.
June 4, 2019 - Reinstalled front canopy with rubber trim piece.
June 4, 2019 - Arm cover needs trimming.
June 4, 2019 - The arm cover and 'ear' in place.
June 6, 2019 - Enlarging attachment holes in canopy, Using step drill
to cut the holes.
June 6, 2019 - Removed rear canopy to finish. Plans suggest enlarging to 5/16
inch, but I
decided on 1/4 inch due to proximity to edge.
June 8, 2019 - Enlarging screw holes in front canopy.
June 8, 2019 - Even after enlarging, screw locations don't match.
The added thickness caused by the shrink wrap is just enough to be a problem.
June 11, 2019 - Removed turtle deck to gain access to inside of fuselage.
June 11, 2019 - This is the original Ameri-King ELT that is no longer certified.
June 11, 2019 - This is the new ACK E-04 ELT to be installed.
June 12, 2019 - I fixed the front frame by removing the double thickness in
the center.
Also, found that works by setting nose first, then working back.
June 14, 2019 - Using .063 L-angle to build support structure for the ELT
mounting plate. ELT mounting
plate will screw to the longitudinal supports. This
rough design will be refined for permanent installation.
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June 21, 2019 - Trimmed the ELT support components
to final size, and established proper location and alignment.
June 21, 2019 - The ELT support frame fabrication completed. Now to disassemble
and rivet all in place.
Jun 23, 2019 - The completed LET support structure riveted in place. Super strong.
June 23, 2019 - The new ACK E-04 ELT mounted, but not activated.
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