Today I fabricated some 2" high
platforms and some ramps. The platforms
are to go under the main gear during the Production Acceptance Procedures. Also, the airplane main gear will be on the
platforms during the weight and balance calculations and set-up. The platforms have ramps built into them so
they are an integral unit. I made the
platforms large enough for the scales to site on them. I also made short ramps to be used to roll the
nose and main gear onto the scales.
Yesterday I ordered the Moller mechanical fuel
gauge for the fuel tank. It should be
delivered next week. I ordered the
gauge, the fasteners to install the gauge and 2-Pro-Seal 1 oz kits. I have 1-Pro-seal kit but I am sure I will
need more to install the fuel, the new vent and seal I n the rear window. While at the hangar today I cut a piece of
plastic and put it over the small table with books and documents on it. I don't want any water dripping on the
documents or loose leaf notebooks. I
also marked the top of the fuel tank with the location of the Moller fuel gauge
and the location of the new fuel tank vent fitting. I will drill these holes
next week. First I will need to remove
the sender plate on the forward end of the tank.
