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My Experience with "Builder-Assistance"
I could bore you with all the exciting tasks of assembly performed on my
plane over the two weeks of construction, but what I think is most important is
the vast knowledge and wherewithal that I was able to glean from these
individuals. This in itself was well worth "the builder-assist program" and
my aircraft in the final stages of completion was an added bonus!
By Mack Kreizenbeck
PART 4
The two weeks just "flew" by; here are just a few pictures of some of the highlights:
Installing the aicraft-grade tires and tubes onto the Matco wheels.
The main gear spring is secured with the fuselage up-side down,
Erick and Ed work on the cabin- entry steps and fairing...
We consult on the prefered path to
run the brake lines; Yes, I found that stepping-stool very useful...
We've decided to run the lines down and out by the pedals, along the fuselage bottom, and down the back of the gear spring...
We prepare the firewall area for the Jabiru 3300. Airbox and battery locations are determined; the engine mount slip perfectly onto the waiting attachment bolts.
Other Zodiac builders gather and excitment builds as the engine is taken out of its box and made ready to install. Another "teaching moment" for Jabiru Jim (black cap).
Bob Gutteridge, President of EAA Chapter 124 (and Jabiru builder) takes an active role in the assembly process: Excellent prep for his own project!
Jim and Bob measure, trim, fit, sand and epoxy... It all comes together, one piece at a time. What an experience!
Tired but happy, half our group poses for an impromptu picture. Cowling, Propeller and spinner were fitted on the next day.
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