1942 AAF O-58A Progress 1/20/2013

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L-4Pilot
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1942 AAF O-58A Progress 1/20/2013

Sun Jan 20, 2013 7:28 pm

Bottom and right side fabric are now installed but right side needs final shrinking.

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ProfromDover
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Re: 1942 AAF O-58A Progress 1/20/2013

Sun Jan 20, 2013 8:17 pm

What is the black tape on the tubes used for?
L-4Pilot
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Re: 1942 AAF O-58A Progress 1/20/2013

Sun Jan 20, 2013 8:52 pm

ProfromDover wrote:What is the black tape on the tubes used for?


Phenolic tubing rub guards as per the factory drawing. The originals were installed with black friction tape and coated with varnish. I installed these with glue and then wrapped the ends with the self sealing silicone tape. The guards protect the tubing in case a cable should come in contact.
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cooper9411
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Re: 1942 AAF O-58A Progress 1/20/2013

Mon Jan 21, 2013 1:49 pm

From what can be seen in the pictures, it looks like it is coming along fine. Keep us posted :drink3:
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