JVL’s RV-14: Wings, Fuel Tanks (Part 21)

This blog was created to memorialize the building process of my Van's Aircraft RV-14 and to satisfy the requirements for certification in the Experimental Amateur Built Aircraft category. It will also serve as a central location for ME to reference in the future on processes and techniques I used during the build. Additionally, it will allow my family, friends, and other interested builders the opportunity to follow along during my build…..and might be helpful to someone along the way.

Sunday, July 29, 2018

Wings, Fuel Tanks (Part 21)

In Parts 17 and 19, I installed/riveted and prosealed the 11 Stiffeners, the Fuel Cap Flange, and the Fuel Drain Flange for the Left Fuel Tank. During this session, I installed/riveted the same pieces, but for the Right Fuel Tank.

In Part 20, I taped off the areas surrounding where the Stiffeners would be riveted. In the picture below, I have removed the tape and all 11 Stiffeners are shown riveted and prosealed into place. Additionally, the Fuel Drain Flange in the lower left corner of the Skin has been riveted and prosealed.

I used the same sized rivets to install the right Fuel Cap Flange as I did on the left. The two sizes of rivets used are AN426AD3-4.5 (x6) and AN426AD3-5 (x4).

Here is the final product with all 10 rivets installed and excess proseal removed.