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  • #1111
    IMG_6132.jpg After starting in February installing servos and wiring in the tail of the fuselage, I finally have the panel and most of the wiring finished behind the fire wall. It is a big step forward that has taken a while.
    IMG_6192.jpg Today a couple of friends, Keith and Dean, came over and got me started on fabric covering. One trim tab covered.

    IMG_6188.jpg IMG_6191.jpg Then an aileron.

    IMG_6184.jpg IMG_6195.jpg What would we do if we didn't have caring people in our lives that motivate us to keep moving forward. It takes a community to build an airplane.

    HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND MAY YOU BE BLESSED BY FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN THE NEW YEAR!
    Roger
    QB Companion C-9
    N51RK
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    • Dpearson
      #1111.1
      Dpearson commented
      12-17-2025, 11:56 PM
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      Sweet looking panel. Looking forward to seeing the covering progress!
      I’m at the “servos in the tail” step now…
  • #1112
    I fabricated a cowl cover. Flying in Michigan during winter has limits if we loose engine heat and have no preheating available. My first step to expanding winter Utility is the cowl cover so my wife and I can go to breakfast or lunch someplace then start a warm engine.
    IMG_4568.jpg IMG_4567.jpg
    Last edited by Bcone1381; 01-05-2026, 02:57 PM.
    Brooks Cone
    Southeast Michigan
    Patrol #303, Kit build
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    • Untainted123
      #1112.1
      Untainted123 commented
      01-05-2026, 11:31 AM
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      In TX this year, that hasn't been a problem, daily in the 60-70's and sunshine. One of these days it might actually get cold, but not today
  • #1113
    I felt some warmth last a few weeks ago on a cold morning near this gear leg fitting. I fly lean of peak so that may mask CO issues if it’s exhaust that is my source of heat.

    3M strip caulk is my fix. I used it in the window sealant and it’s a real quick job to seal up this too.
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    Brooks Cone
    Southeast Michigan
    Patrol #303, Kit build
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    • #1114
      Did initial fit of my instrument panel and started to bring wires from back of fuselage to back of panel. Seems to be a lot of stuff that need to run down those forward cabin fuselage tubes to get behind the panel!

      Panel initial install.jpg
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      • Nev
        #1114.1
        Nev commented
        01-26-2026, 10:02 PM
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        Thats a very nice panel !
    • #1115
      I've finally got pitch and yaw servos, along with the ELT, mounted.
      Also installed the new rudder pedals provided by Virgil and his team. These replaced the ones that came with my very old kit, which predated a couple of engineering changes I deemed important:
      1. Welds at the end of the cross tubes: February 2013 Engineering Change Notice
      2. Tabs at the ends of the pedal tubes to keep pilots' feet from falling off the pedals
      I also took the opportunity to correct the rudder pedal placement, as the first builder had installed them too far aft which created problems with brake geometry and pedal function. Thanks to all those who contributed to the great forum threads on that topic. That info was really helpful as as I was trying to understand, and then untangle, that issue.
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      • #1116
        Fuselage painted IMG_6566.jpg
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        • #1117
          Got the elevator balances cast and trimmed for weight.
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          • #1118
            Installed trim pushrod fairings for the Ray Allen servos imbedded in the elevator.

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            N57PM Glasair Sportsman
            https://eaabuilderslog.org/?s=u2fletch
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            • #1119
              A quick and easy RAM MOUNT sun visor for around a hundred bucks IMG_6263.jpg IMG_6260.jpg IMG_6262.jpg
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              • Bcone1381
                #1119.1
                Bcone1381 commented
                02-16-2026, 05:17 AM
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                I put the exact same unit in mine yesterday too.
            • #1120
              Created template for boot cowl access panel to be placed on each side of boot cowl. Should allow very good access to things under the top skin and behind the panel as well as brake cylinders, thru firewall fittings, etc.
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              • Olm
                #1120.1
                Olm commented
                03-03-2026, 02:33 AM
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                A lot of work done and to be done!!! Is this a patrol in SP configuration?
              • DBeaulieu
                #1120.2
                DBeaulieu commented
                03-03-2026, 07:14 AM
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                Olm Yes, SP frame...and you're not wrong, lot of work done and more to do for sure!
            • #1121
              After being on vacation all last week, and being stuck on the couch sick with the flu, I finally was able to get back to the hangar and start on the evil deed. Covering the fuselage. Left side mostly done. Vertical fin and fuselage transition was freaking me out, but I stuck with my game plan and it all worked. Fokker Red Oratex. Got a couple wrinkles on the longeron to work out, but that's it. The fabric is attached to the inside of the aluminum stringers. Then a triangular finish piece will go on top with trim tape on the edges. Rib stitching etc.

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              N57PM Glasair Sportsman
              https://eaabuilderslog.org/?s=u2fletch
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              • #1122
                Got the bottom boot skin access panel figured out, fabricated and riveted in this past week.

                boot skin bottom access panel view.jpg boot skin bottom access panel ring riveted.jpg
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                • rkennell
                  #1122.1
                  rkennell commented
                  03-22-2026, 02:13 PM
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                  Nicely done.
                • Bcone1381
                  #1122.2
                  Bcone1381 commented
                  03-22-2026, 06:39 PM
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                  I like the oval shape. That took some extra effort!
                • DBeaulieu
                  #1122.3
                  DBeaulieu commented
                  03-24-2026, 07:37 AM
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                  I'm pretty happy how it turned out...thanks for the comments, helps the motivation level!
              • #1123
                Covering is finished and got the fuselage off the rotisserie for the last time. It's on the wheels! Time to install the tail feathers and get the controls hooked up.
                DSC_0486.jpg DSC_0485.jpg

                And the panel is nearly populated. Waiting on the SDS EFI control panel.

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                N57PM Glasair Sportsman
                https://eaabuilderslog.org/?s=u2fletch
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                • #1124
                  I am learning how to upholster and make gear. I picked up an old professional grade walking foot machine a few weeks ago. The head weighs 72 pounds and has on oil drip pan.

                  Its clutch motor went one speed and the foot pedal ability to feather and control speed was so so sensitive. Today I replaced it with a servo motor and it has a knob to scale back its “wide open throttle” speed.

                  Next step is to disassemble the work I did on my seat cover project and fix a few things. That’s how things have always gone for me. “I could have done X better. Let’s redo it and make it right.”
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                  Brooks Cone
                  Southeast Michigan
                  Patrol #303, Kit build
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                  • #1125
                    Originally posted by Bcone1381 View Post
                    I am learning how to upholster and make gear. I picked up an old professional grade walking foot machine a few weeks ago. The head weighs 72 pounds and has on oil drip pan.
                    Your machine is awesome! I have the Juli LU-1508NH and it is wonderful to work with. I have another straight stitch Juki, and a zigzag Consew that are each setup for different tasks. Send some pics of your work please when done.

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                    N57PM Glasair Sportsman
                    https://eaabuilderslog.org/?s=u2fletch
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