Oliver

YouTube “alumaweld brazing process” done with an oxy acet torch. (Still need to purge) ive tried it on thin aluminum, typically lap joints. im...

Water makes a bit of a mess, purge with argon slowly from the bottom up. argon is heavier and will displace air. You can also use argon to pressure...

A simple repair for a qualified welder. if he’s not familiar with welding on fuel tanks you’ll be buying a new tank, he’ll be putting a new roof on...

I’ve sewed nylon web with on a regular Singer household machine with no problem.

Where’s that cool strip?

Depending on your requirements, it not difficult to make your own. Most hardware stores carry nylon webbing and fasteners. Measure, lay it out...

Oil cooler still avail?

yes, during inflight relief I believe almost all of my weight is supported by that area ;-)

Re screws, the oval head “pk” stainless are great for attaching sheet metal to ribs, use plated steel screws when attaching to spar cap. Stainless...

I’m with Steve on this technique. Though I have found it best to fabricate your own needle for this operation. piece of welding rod (or coat...

Velcroed on top of x brace, but gets warm there due to sun/skylight when parked and triggers internal cooling fan frequently which really burns up...

For a Pa 18 seat frame? I have a couple sets avail. whats “cheap” though?

Put it back on the front where it belongs