At what torque does the aluminum start deforming for these different size tubes with the bolts you are using? I assume final tightening will have some torque wrench used?
Standard AN hardware torques apply. I will be doing a more detailed torque video explanation on Patreon.com/HomebuiltHELP - this topic does not just apply to this particular project.
@@HomebuiltHELP Thanks, was testing out the Harbor Freight digital torque meter this weekend as many use it to tune their wrenches. I tested it with weights and a seems +- 1/4%. Was thinking of buying some high dollar ones but for $30 minus any coupons seems like a good way to go.
The very early videos (Part 1- 10) show us making the gussets from the plans which have the wing mounting holes. By assembling these to the fuselage tubes using the plans for proper location, the wing mounting specs are then automatically set!
I've been watching from video #1, but I must have missed the part where the distance between spars will vary (that you mention at around 6:55). Why would this distance be different from build to build? Excellent series BTW. I'll need to go through it again (and join Patreon) when I start mine. Thanks!
I’m enjoying the series. I wonder if a “homemade” aluminum bracket is adequate when two braces come together, why do I need a stainless steel “U” bracket for a single brace which is heavier and more expensive.
"How Long Does It Take To Build The "Afford-A-Plane"...???... Well, this is how long...Since ev'ry episode averages 'bout 20 minutes long...give or take...This is Episode 23... 23 x20 =...460...460÷60=7.7.......Soooo....7.7 hours so far...And he's taking his time....😊😊😊😊
He said that we're watching the build in real time. What he's posting is 25-minute videos (+/-) per week, which represents a week of building at 3-4 hours a day. We're in Part-23. Part-1 was posted on May 29th, which (roughly) represents that prior week's progress. So, if each video is a look-back of the previous 7-days, the build is 161-weeks along. Bottom line, it's a fun ride!
If you are in Midwest I’d help you build for free just to get some experience myself. Rebuild/built a lot things but never a plane. Plan on getting license next year and want a stol.
Looking good Jon
Another great episode
Fantastic thanks Jon!
HI JON THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME TO SHOW US HOW YOU DID IT. CAN YOU TELL ME IS THERE FLAPS ON THIS BUILD?
keep it up
At what torque does the aluminum start deforming for these different size tubes with the bolts you are using? I assume final tightening will have some torque wrench used?
Standard AN hardware torques apply. I will be doing a more detailed torque video explanation on Patreon.com/HomebuiltHELP - this topic does not just apply to this particular project.
@@HomebuiltHELP Thanks, was testing out the Harbor Freight digital torque meter this weekend as many use it to tune their wrenches. I tested it with weights and a seems +- 1/4%. Was thinking of buying some high dollar ones but for $30 minus any coupons seems like a good way to go.
What video is the one that tells how far to place the front and rear spar distances apart? Great Videos Thank You
The very early videos (Part 1- 10) show us making the gussets from the plans which have the wing mounting holes. By assembling these to the fuselage tubes using the plans for proper location, the wing mounting specs are then automatically set!
I've been watching from video #1, but I must have missed the part where the distance between spars will vary (that you mention at around 6:55). Why would this distance be different from build to build?
Excellent series BTW. I'll need to go through it again (and join Patreon) when I start mine. Thanks!
I’m enjoying the series. I wonder if a “homemade” aluminum bracket is adequate when two braces come together, why do I need a stainless steel “U” bracket for a single brace which is heavier and more expensive.
That does make sense to me - good alternative
Yeah I was thinking the same. Why throw a $100 Chunk of stainless, in a part that's not bearing much load.
Who belled the cat? The mice will run wild! 😀
Yes Jon people take longer than others just as what my chief engineer use to say how long is a piece of string
Would it be possible to make these folding wings with a retrofit similar to what's offered by Kolb and Zenith?
Do you have the files to 3D print you centering blocks available online so I can print them locally in South Africa please?
"How Long Does It Take To Build The "Afford-A-Plane"...???... Well, this is how long...Since ev'ry episode averages 'bout 20 minutes long...give or take...This is Episode 23... 23 x20 =...460...460÷60=7.7.......Soooo....7.7 hours so far...And he's taking his time....😊😊😊😊
he's also not showing every step and repetitive process.
That’s not exactly how I heard it. 😂
He said that we're watching the build in real time. What he's posting is 25-minute videos (+/-) per week, which represents a week of building at 3-4 hours a day. We're in Part-23. Part-1 was posted on May 29th, which (roughly) represents that prior week's progress. So, if each video is a look-back of the previous 7-days, the build is 161-weeks along. Bottom line, it's a fun ride!
Is a CAT SCAN a part of the building process?
Thank you very well. Bat what's lacking is, you don't input Size. Please size the fader.
Please buy a set of plans from the designer - just $30 via email! Size info there. Affordaplane.com
That kitty inspector, tho...
What material was the channel
Please buy a set of plans from the designer - just $30 via email! Material info there. Affordaplane.com
If you are in Midwest I’d help you build for free just to get some experience myself. Rebuild/built a lot things but never a plane. Plan on getting license next year and want a stol.
What brand of non-ferrous saw blade do you recommend.