News from MeierMotors South Germany EDTG

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:18 pm

some updates concerning the Buchon project. Work on the wings ....

the wing is prepared for the paint shop

sheetmetal work on the right wing, fits perfect

primer, first spray

Ralf is checking his work

looks fine

outside the paintshop some work on the other wing half , metalsheet work

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:22 pm

restored parts awaiting the assembly of the airframe

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:32 pm

dismantling the other winghalf. Juergen is showing the "actuator" of the radiator flaps. Not really simple ....

back in the paintshop ... one of those very special parts, the new main bearing of the wing

Ralf works with a special airbrush to reach all internal structures

ready for assembly

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 3:38 pm

assembly of the wing

Jürgen at work .... I think Jürgen rocks :supz:

Juergen and work at the socalled "D-Beschlag"

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 4:16 pm

Noordyn AT-16, D-FRCP - also some updates to that project .... they checked and checked and checked .... it will be a complete restauration. The trainer is now completely dismantled

Julian & Sebastian and the tubular frame (right word ?)

time to clean up the shop. In the front the wingcentersection

paint is washed off with corrosives

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 4:25 pm

Elmar Meier is checking the tubulare frame with ultrasonic. With that technique its perfect to detect any damages

preparing the tailsection for the paint shop

here we are, here we go

to be continued

pjpahs · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 5:48 pm

In my almost 39 years as a machinist ,making parts, assembling, and ordering bearings,seals , gearing etc. and I'm not taking anything from meier motors as I see their work is outstanding, but in one photo of parts awaiting assembly of the airframe it shows ball bearings being used. I'm wondering why the ball bearings used are not the sealed or shielded type? Is it because of they have to be because that's how they were first built? It would seem that sealed brngs that have the lube built in or even shielded bearings to protect the balls and races would be a better choice. Or is it because that size bearing isn't offered sealed or shielded? Just an observation and in no way a knock on Meier Motors and their beautiful work

Chappie · **Joined:** Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:40 am **Posts:** 987

Matthias,

Thanks for the update on the Buchon. I like the Zlin in the background and I really like that Chevy pick-up! Wow, how does an old good 'ole boy pick-up end up in Germany?!

Chappie

Travisd80elcam · **Posted:** Sun Jan 15, 2012 11:39 pm

Thanks for the update on the Buchon. You and the rest of the gang seem to be building up some steam on rebuilding her. By the painting starting, has there been a paint scheme picked or is this just a prime coat for now? As always thanks for the updates.

Travis

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Mon Jan 16, 2012 4:08 am

Chappie wrote:

Matthias,

Thanks for the update on the Buchon. I like the Zlin in the background and I really like that Chevy pick-up! Wow, how does an old good 'ole boy pick-up end up in Germany?!

Chappie

Yeah the good ol Apache

As you might know, the MeierMotors aircraft is one part of the story, the other part is restoring classic cars. The Team needed a new van/transporter to transport "bits & pieces" and everyon in the Team thought "§Oh sugar a Volkswagen Transporter, or a Mercedes Sprinter". A few days later, Achim&Elmar came along and said to the team "Hey boys, outside stands our new transporter" ..... the team was a bit shocked to see the old Apache, and I tell you, it was not a beauty Queen and I think no one was interested in driving that wreck. Ralf the man in the paint shop said "omg, thats a lot of work" and a few months later, the Chevy is a beautiful restored jewel and I think everyone in the shop wants to ride that beauty :supz:

That is Meier brothers live , they really rock :supz:

Btw in the shop there is a Porsche 356 and about 3 pretty old Harley Davidson .... I will keep you informed

51fixer · **Posted:** Mon Jan 16, 2012 8:59 am

pjpahs wrote:

In my almost 39 years as a machinist ,making parts, assembling, and ordering bearings,seals , gearing etc. and I'm not taking anything from meier motors as I see their work is outstanding, but in one photo of parts awaiting assembly of the airframe it shows ball bearings being used. I'm wondering why the ball bearings used are not the sealed or shielded type? Is it because of they have to be because that's how they were first built? It would seem that sealed brngs that have the lube built in or even shielded bearings to protect the balls and races would be a better choice. Or is it because that size bearing isn't offered sealed or shielded? Just an observation and in no way a knock on Meier Motors and their beautiful work

Common for the bearings to be that way from that time period. The Spitfire is full of open bearings as well.
If maint programs are followed cleaning, inspecting and reapplying grease is pretty easy.
US design requirements are different. Seal the bearing and make it last a long time without the same need for hands on maint. Insp and change if needed.

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Wed Feb 01, 2012 3:55 pm

some pretty small updates on the TF-project. The project is finished, just small wishes of the costumer like those bombracks

overall view

what a nose .... love that ship really. Okay, its not a roundengine, that hurts, but she´s really a beauty

fuel-noise-converter

thats a really piece of art

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Wed Feb 01, 2012 4:03 pm

final shots

.....

.... I think the next pictures will show the maiden flight. Hope I can be there when Achim takes that beauty to the sky

Matthias Dorst · **Posted:** Wed Feb 01, 2012 4:30 pm

just shots ..... the facility on a cold January Friday afternoon

Jesper · **Posted:** Fri Feb 03, 2012 4:41 am

51fixer wrote:

pjpahs wrote:

In my almost 39 years as a machinist ,making parts, assembling, and ordering bearings,seals , gearing etc. and I'm not taking anything from meier motors as I see their work is outstanding, but in one photo of parts awaiting assembly of the airframe it shows ball bearings being used. I'm wondering why the ball bearings used are not the sealed or shielded type? Is it because of they have to be because that's how they were first built? It would seem that sealed brngs that have the lube built in or even shielded bearings to protect the balls and races would be a better choice. Or is it because that size bearing isn't offered sealed or shielded? Just an observation and in no way a knock on Meier Motors and their beautiful work

Common for the bearings to be that way from that time period. The Spitfire is full of open bearings as well.
If maint programs are followed cleaning, inspecting and reapplying grease is pretty easy.
US design requirements are different. Seal the bearing and make it last a long time without the same need for hands on maint. Insp and change if needed.

Ah, interesting information. I was thinking the exact same thing from my work related point of view: Why no shields/seals?

This post is absolutely top-notch!

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