Build Log 22 - March

I had three issues come up lately; the cowling airbox was interfering with the fuel boost pump box, so I removed the airbox. It wasn't in the best location anyway which is an excuse to move it to a forward facing air intake for the injected throttle body. The Glasair air intake was interfering with the throttle so I sent it back and ordered the Van's forward air intake. This was a solution for both mentioned issues. The Dynon roll servo is normally installed in the wing near the aileron control arm around butt line 100 (100" outboard in the wing) but the wing is closed. I will install under the seat, connecting to an aileron arm coupling.

Let me see if I can update relative to last log:

Completed lately:

Rudder cables moved build sequence in front of wing attachment. Cables with covers and end fittings installed but not adjusted. Injected throttle body air box received from Vans, and now partially assembled. I'm adding the optional air bypass flapper assembly including a cable. More sanding on the dorsal fin, canopies cleaned more thorough and ready to remove adhesive. New landing light  tested and is very bright! Installed ELT remote switch on panel. Redesigned ELT brackets for easier removal from airplane. I designed and fabricated a bracket and location for the Dynon pitch servo for autopilot. It's now mounted in the empennage control tunnel connected to the elevator bell crank. It mounted perfectly and will test later. The servo arm displacement matches the bell crank movement so I am happy.

View the latest photos to see some of the progress.

Next:

Adjust rudder pedals in order to install rudder stops. Bring roll servo to Dynon to check shear pin. Fabricate/install servo limiter. Paint for white exhaust and navy blue for interior. Get old couch material for interior and glare shield and adhesive in place. Check clevis bolts on pitch servo for interference. Finish right brake connector & pack right wheel bearing. Air box complete. Cowling review for intake. Switch/breaker layout w/Terry AND create labels is in work. Cut/fasten spinner. Headlight system designed... need to fabricate. Two Empannage systems paths for static port air, strobe light power supply, radio, ELT and transponder antenna, Dynon trim servo wires. Lower cowling needs light cutout, camera cutout, air cutout and closure of old NACA inlet complete. Upper cowling (7) locks. Tail wheel fairing and main gear wheel pants at hangar for fit. Finish electrical connectors at wingtip lights, pitot probe, Dynon roll servo & bus bar under seats. Remote fwd camera needs cockpit display monitor. Sand and finish few spots on dorsal fin, horiz. stabilizer and lower flaps & lower cowling. Spark plug adapters? Electronic mag to be timed/installed. Paperwork for MIDO office, letter and receipt for FAA registry office has been submitted & needs to be checked. Tail dragger review at Harvey Field.
 

After wing installed:

• Fuel lines aft of firewall. Complete linkage between wing and rudder pedals, elevator trim system, and flap stop adjustments & pitch servo stop. Calibrate and multi-configure Dynon system (zero system, inclination and magnetic intensity).  New transponder antenna needs to attach to lower wing panel cover. Flap clearance, Seat bulkhead then door latches. Contact FAA inspector for review. pg G-59 instrument side/feet panels & door latches.

Complete:
Again, my tail number on the Glasair is N88ET or eight eight echo tango.  Battery to instrument panel and POWER ON complete!