RANS S-21 Ep 3 Vert Stab & TD Handle Build
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- čas přidán 23. 05. 2021
- My first homebuild episode! All the parts are inventoried and organized, table is built, so let's get to building the vertical stabilizer and taildragger handle. I make a pretty big mistake but learned a valuable lesson...attention to detail!
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Are we there yet😂 I wanna FLY!
Well I do have the Bonanza…! Congrats on your early successes in your PPL training, Kent!
OH YES it's on NOW! (Slow & easy no mistakes)
Yes! I took a few days off to climb Mt Adams and all I could think about was getting back to work on the Outbound! I start the flaps today… You?
Pretty ambitious project. The Rans S-21 is on my short list to acquire. And no, I won't be building one as I'm lacking in ability and gumption. I like your dog.
Thanks Thomas. My dog needs to be featured in more videos. He’s way smarter than I am. Maybe he can remind me to attach forward ribs next time I rivet. Ugh. Let me know what the lead time is now for a factory S-21. They’re getting pretty popular. Thanks for the comment!
Nice start
Thanks Steven…
Things will happen that's why a planning sheet - just like a check list or a "to do" list - is a good thing to have prepared before you set out to work each time.
You can then tick off each operation you successfully accomplish or put notes against the ones you pause until later for whatever reason.
Yes, its a lot of work but it will make for an excellent log and proof that you built the kit (51% rule) and serve as a great 'memory jogger' for those times when you take a long break away from a particular task or series of tasks.
Great job on your part so far (two thumbs up), looking forward to your future content.
Thanks for sharing and taking us along with you on the journey.
By-the-way, when you have to remove rivets, it's a 'best practice' to just drill the rivet (from the manufactured head side) until the head just snaps off, then gently tap out the stem using a pin or other item which won't damage the hole.
This way you avoid accidently enlarging the hole; which would result in a smaller formed head when pulled, as more material will go towards filling the larger hole.
Thanks for the encouraging words! A viewer recommended I punch out the mandrel before drilling. Any luck with this method?
@@CLEAREDDIRECT If the "Blind" rivets are of the "Cherry Max*" or similar type, they have a 'locking ring' that holds the stem in place once installed.
Therefore one must (carefully) drill off the manufactured head end of the rivet first, to just remove the locking ring as well before the stem can be knocked out using a punch.
CAUTION must be exercised, so as not to damage the surrounding structure, as well as the hole, if a replacement rivet of the same P/N is to be installed in the location after.
It's recommended that you practice using some scrap metal you fasten together .
This should allow you to develop the skill prior to needing to use it in earnest.
* www.flight-mechanic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/4-103.jpg
Great to see another S-21 build! Grab some aluminum rectangle tube (I used 3"x6") before the wing build. Much easier than wood to keep level.
Yeah I really need to do that! Someone recommended 2x6 so you can reach under the wing. That might make for painfully high riveting though. I’ll def look for the metal studs. How long are yours, 4’?
I was set on a Kitfox build but your videos are sparking an interest in the Rans. Thanks for the content
I keep telling Randy I should get a commission! In all seriousness, this RANS is such a great kit. No ragerts
Get it brother! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
Thanks guys! I always look forward to your episodes 🦾🦾
@@CLEAREDDIRECT we will be at oshkosh this year. Hope to see you there!
In your Outbound?!?! I haven’t decided if I’m going yet. I’ll look for ya if I make it 👌
Great progress, Steve. I finished the tail parts last week and just started cleaning/deburring the wing spars. Keep the videos coming.
Randy
Thanks, Randy! Nice work too! Hey I’m going to build the flaps and ailerons before the wings because when it comes time to fit the gap seals, you’ve got them. Learned that from another builder/CZcamsr. Can’t wait to fly some formation with you to Oshkosh ‘22!
@@CLEAREDDIRECT Hope I'm ready by then!! I considered going that route, but needed to work on some BIG pieces for a change!
I totally get it!!! But I also wanted to clear more skins of off my sheet metal shelf before pulling out the big 12x4s! What to do with the tailcone skins….🤔🤪
I can see why all-metal is faster. I likey.
Fo sho! Thanks Jim.
Well done.... I enjoy the style of your presentation... thank you!
I still prefer the pneumatic drill over the electric drill because it is more compact and spins a lot faster than the electric drill.
In a perfect world… someday! Thanks for the comment, my phriend.
Ahhh...so good to see you working on that thang. Noice.
Right? And then I took two days off to try and summit a 12K’ mountain. What an idiot. I need to focus! The airline just sent me a recall message so I’m gettin on my horse the next few weeks. Plenty of time to edit videos in hotel rooms. What I’m saying is videos may be slow for a while as I crank. But I’ll catch up…(I know you were concerned, don’t lie)
@@CLEAREDDIRECT You know me...I worry. Now eat your vegetables.
How do you like that rivet puller?
I like it. It’s a bit heavy and gets bound up sometimes so takes routine cleaning and greasing. The battery lasts plenty long. Don’t get the bigger battery as you don’t want all that weight.