Today I worked on the engine mount. I removed the PC washers I ordered from Van’s
and replaced them with some 2” fender washers I purchased at Fastenal. These fender washers are 1/16th inch
thick. After inserting the washers and
torqueing the bolts I reinstalled the cowling.
As I checked the clearance of the prop spinner back plate I found the
clearance to be just right. It appears
the replacement of the washers was a success.
Next I turned my attention to the oil door on
the upper cowling. I cut out the space
in the cowling door recess. I drilled
the holes for the camlocks and riveted them to the door recess. I also riveted the hinge to the oil door.
Following the instructions I attached the
lugs to the oil door and attached the door to the cowling with the camlocks. I drilled the holes for the lugs and inserted
clecos. I then attempted to open the oil
door. The hinge hung up on the edge of
the opening. Using my Dremel tool I
expanded the opening and the hinge works just right. I riveted the lugs to the cowling and
installed the top on the fuselage.
