Flapperon prep.

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The flapperons are attached to the wings with five hinges mounted on the odd number ribs. This pic shows the reinforcing plates that are bonded and riveted on both sides of the five ribs.
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This pic and the next show all of The Superfil sanded and shaped into the leading edge and the top of the fuel tanks.
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Now it’s time to start on the flapperons. First is to install the control horns and the number one hinge. The control horns will be permanently installed at final assembly after the painting is completed.
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Next is to install the counter balances. There are two for each flapperon. They are bonded and riveted.
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This shows a ruffed out piece of balsa for the tip.
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Here it is shaped and ready for a coat of hysol to harden it up.
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Still needs a little sanding with 400 grit.

The flapperons are attached to the wings with five hinges mounted on the odd number ribs. This pic shows the reinforcing plates that are bonded and riveted on both sides of the five ribs.

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Here is one of the hinge pieces being positioned for drilling. There are ten rivets per hinge.
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Here is the flapperon temporarily attached to the wing.
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All five hinges are fitted at this stage but not installed until final assembly after the wings is covered.

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