This morning I riveted the left side skin to the fuselage. I was a pretty quick process. The only part of the skin I didn't rivet (except for the blue taped areas which are riveted in a later step) is the patch at the left wing spar cutout. I am going to use some RTV Silicone to help secure the patch.
This afternoon I started to work on the air vents which are installed on the sides of the fuselage. I separated the parts on the band saw, removed the blue film and deburred the edges. I clecoed the parts together. I final drilled the #40 holes in the vent door and brackets and countersunk the door for flush rivets.
I will prep and prime the vent doors and the inside doublers and brackets. I am planning to paint the inside surfaces of the vents with a finish paint. I am waiting for a color selection chart to arrive from Flight Line Interiors. I have asked for a color chart so I can decide the colors of the upholstery, carpet and side panels.
