Tony Spicer, LSA taildragger, Jab 3300

[danweseman]

The dimples in the tube are obviously not going to be near as crisp as the skin. It certainly works, but as I explained to Dan on the phone yesterday,I think most builders will skip dimpling the forward fuse and use CCP-42s where the skin meets the tubes. It wont be very noticeable as the wing covers the lower portion ,and a lot is "going on" in this area so it will look fine. to each his own

[Tony Spicer]

Have a look at fuselage photos 168-170. I wasn't able to get a nice crisp dimple using just a male die.

Tony

[PlaneDan]

What was your process for dimpling the cage? What is it about the results that you are not happy with?

Thanks,

[Tony Spicer]

Thanks again for all the very nice comments!

Been piddling in the shop some. Firewall riveted on, and half the forward bottom skin. Engine is on the mount and ready to hang after the sides get clecoed on. Couple photos on Picasa.

Not happy with my attempts to dimple (divot ) the cage, so I plan to use CCP rivets.

Tony

[MikeS.]

Tony,

You have been in my thoughts and prayers. So glad to see you back posting again. You've been missed.

Mike

[RonFranck]

So very sorry for your loss, Tony. As a member of this wonderful Panther family we all share in your loss and are always here with our love and support.

[ynkster]

Welcome Home, Tony. We missed your timely help on our never-ending questions.

Bill mosher

[Tony Spicer]

First, thanks for all the kind words, both public and private.

My first inclination was to sell the project, then I realized it would most likely be my salvation.

Worked in the shop a bit today. The seat cushions and step are both winners. Fresh photos up on Picasa.

Tony

[brucegray]

Tony,

There are no words.

You have a whole group of folks that are here when your ready.

My Condolences.

Bruce

[psalter]

Sorry to hear about your wife.

Paul