GlaStar Rudder Trim
Submitted by Bill Wilson, GlaStar
I developed a servo-driven electric rudder trim and installed in the GlaStar kit I started in August 1996. I won't...
Tips for Hat Sections in the GlaStar Wing
Hat section stiffener fitting: The hat section stiffeners have a joggle stamped into each end as they fit under the spar flange and then...
Measuring Catalyst
Submitted by Art Chard - Glasair FT
When using an eye dropper to measure catalyst, hold the eye dropper vertically. If it is held horizontally...
GlaStar Antenna Installation Tips
Transponder ground plane: Make your aluminum ground plane for your transponder as large as possible for effective use. I placed mine under the pilot's...
Lycoming Oil Pressure Port
Submitted by Daniel Blumel, Glasair RG
If you are experiencing high oil pressure readings, the problem may be a result of where the oil pressure...
Bucking Bars
This builder tip was submitted by Scott Gordon, kit #5031.
I have noted over the last year comments about bucking bars in tight places. I...
Riveting the GlaStar Top Skins
Riveting on the top skins: I used saw horses, carefully set up, to support the wings instead of putting them back in the wing...
GlaStar Baffling Tips
Baffling: I used the Vans's RV-6 intake, carb air box, and baffling. I find them to work well and efficiently. I did have a...
GlaStar Top Deck Installation Tips
Lifting eye slots: when laying out the dimensions for the lifting eye slots in the top deck, be sure to make an inside measurement...
GlaStar Fuselage Bonding Tips
Joining the fuselage halves: In addition to taping the belly and dorsal seam as per manual, I screwed tongue depressors (one #4 x 3/8...