How-to and Builder Tips

No need to reinvent the wheel every time. Tips and hints for builders and owners constructing and maintaining aircraft.

Water Level Using PVC Pipe

Submitted by Bob Buckihal Here's an idea that you might pass along to others. For $20 at the local hardware store, I was able to...

Glasair Engine to Fuselage Alignment

This builder tip was submitted by David Walker, Glasair II-S RG. Coming to the point where you want to align your engine to the firewall? The method...

Technique for Cutting Stainless Engine Mount Backing Plates

This tip was submitted by Richard May, Glasair III. I found a method that makes the job of cutting, shaping and drilling the engine mount backing...

Firewall-Forward Gremlins

Written by Mike Palmer, Glasair I/II. Fluctuating Fuel Pressures For the longest time, we had a problem with our fuel pressure (carbureted engine). Occasionally, the fuel pressure...

Alternate Method for Determining External Dimensions of Slotted Flaps

This tip was submitted by Troy Scott, Glasair Super II RG. Shortly after I began construction of the slotted flaps for my Super II, it became...

Engine Plumbing

Many of you may not be familiar with proper engine plumbing techniques. The beauty of home-building is to do it your own way, reducing...

Glasair Gear Down Problem Avidance

Submitted by Bill Kramer, Glasair III builder. During recent gear cycle tests, I discovered a problem. The gear would retract but would not extend. After...

Glasair Aft Chord Line Board

Submitted by Fred & Chris Van Raden, Glasair II-S RG builders After wing closing and before removing the wing from the jig, install the wing...

Installing Glasair Rear Windows

Submitted by Mike Palmer Here are some tips on installing the rear windows for those who don't have the new flanged Glasairs: 1) Be aware that as...

Aileron Fabrication and Counterweight Installation

Submitted by Charles Lutin While building my Glasair Super II, I have been highly impressed at the strength and quality of the construction produced by...