Companion stringers

[gregc]

Attaching one of the fuselage stringers is a bit different on the Companion in the area of the rear window. After some discussion with Mark Goldberg and another experienced builder I have carried the upper stringer right through to the door post just like the lower. This does involve cutting a notch for the window stand-off but seems to be the simplest solution and leaves a clean line for the fabric.

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[Mark Goldberg]

Looks good Greg. With the long rear windows and stringers - how the fabric works out and looks takes a little imagination and tinkering with. Mark

[N942VT]

With the latest version tubing layout the notch won’t be needed Stringer goes all the way forward to the door former.

[500AGL]

With the latest version tubing layout the notch won’t be needed Stringer goes all the way forward to the door former.

Pictures or it didn’t happen Dave. Hahahahaha!

[Battson]

Did you consider putting a doubler plate on the string there, to ensure it doesn't buckle when the fabric tightens up?

[gregc]

I didn't think it would be necessary but I have noticed a slight compression of the cut-out already due just to the bending stress on the stringer so I think a doubler is a good idea. Not much work and it might save a lot of future frustration.