Eurosport Mod Update
10-16-2003, 11:52 AM
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Eurosport Mod Update
Here is the current mod that you should do on the newer wings from composite-arf.
As discussed, the new wings have some ply strips pre installed to help strengthen the gear plate and rib assembly. This appears to have helped but can still use additional support. In addition to adding glue to all the flex plate joints, laminating the root rib from wing spar to wing spar with 1/32 ply will strengthen the root rib adequately. I have also seen damage to the top wing skin on hard landings due to the close clearance of the retract to the top skin. A layer of carbon cloth bonded to the top skin will help eliminate skin damage........ I have updated my ES mod page to reflect the above information.
Todd
As discussed, the new wings have some ply strips pre installed to help strengthen the gear plate and rib assembly. This appears to have helped but can still use additional support. In addition to adding glue to all the flex plate joints, laminating the root rib from wing spar to wing spar with 1/32 ply will strengthen the root rib adequately. I have also seen damage to the top wing skin on hard landings due to the close clearance of the retract to the top skin. A layer of carbon cloth bonded to the top skin will help eliminate skin damage........ I have updated my ES mod page to reflect the above information.
Todd
