Tag: fuselage
Sportsman Cage Replacement in Cameroon, Africa
Several years ago, Tom Needham – missionary pilot in Cameroon – experienced an unforeseen downdraft on final approach into one of the many villages...
Upgrading Your Glasair-I Fuselage
This is a follow-up to the earlier article about the upgrading of the Glasair one wing. Just as the G-I wing can be upgraded...
Paint Codes for Matching GlaStar Gelcoat
Matching the GlaStar gel coat can be a challenge, but our members have provided the following tips for getting the right color.
DuPont Imron
Imron paint...
Caulking Wing to Fuselage Joint
Submitted by Neal Garvin, Glasair SIIS-RG N15F
Here is something to think about when you are getting hammered in severe turbulence.
When you permanently (or for the...
Mating the Wing to the Fuselage
Submitted by Chris Smith Gustavus, Alaska
I just passed another milestone in building my IIS RG-connecting the wing and the fuselage. I only have a few...
GlaStar Fuselage Finish Tips
Exterior screws: countersink screw heads deep enough to fill flush with a couple thin layers of glass. Makes for a smooth surface.
- Jim Londo
Exterior...
Glasair Fuselage Hoist
This tip was written by Richard May, Glasair III.
For builders like myself who have to work alone, the sketch below shows an arrangement that makes...
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...
GlaStar and Sportsman Window Installation
Mask off the front and back of the window to approx. 1.5" of the edge. (Blue 3M 2" tape)
Trim perimeter of window to fit...