‘N’ more baffles
Hours: 3.8 | Posted in Cowling & BafflesMostly baffles again today, but I think I can see the light at the end of that tunnel. Finished up the forward ramps, trimmed the inner pieces, and drilled the clips that hold the vertical segments in position. Pulled them apart to deburr and rivet. Fit those back to the engine, and pulled the aft baffles to clean up, deburr bolt holes, and install the takeoffs for Pmag blast tubes, and purge line grommet. Refit the aft baffles to the engine. Will need a grommet for the purge valve cable yet, and to figure out how to route the cord for the engine preheater. Need to pick up some screen for the second cabin heat takeoff, then that can be riveted on. Baffle metalwork is nearly done, except for all the trimming at the top.
One bit of fun: installed the “EXPERIMENTAL” placard…doing little cosmetic-type things like this makes it feel like the end of the project might be attainable.
The Bill of Sale arrived today from Van’s, so I can start plugging through the registration paperwork. Also got confirmation on my prop order today, and (re)ordered the ELT from Van’s, after checking that they actually had stock–cancelled the order at Spruce, where I’ve been on the waiting list; they have no idea when more are coming. Harnesses and brake lines should arrive this week, as well. Need to order the prop spacer kit.
