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Steve Glasgow

Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 674

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 6:13 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Larry did you use Micro Fasteners on you plane or something else?



Where would we get what you used and what size would be appropriate for the 

fuel tank Service Bulletin.



Also what type of tool do you use with them?



With limited space I think it might be easier using what you used.



Cappy

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Larry Bowen

Joined: 09 Jan 2006
Posts: 802
Location: NC, USA

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 8:02 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

I'm using 8-32 SS hex cap screws.  Probably got them from

http://mcmaster.com, for example part number 92200A196.  They will make

getting to the access cover a little easier.  I sealed that access cover

with proseal only, so in theory it should pop off with a putty knife.  All

that aside, I'm not sure I'm going to react to the SB right now.  



I'm sure I have a surplus of those screws at the hanger if you need them.



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Larry Bowen

Larry(at)BowenAero.com

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Steve Glasgow

Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 674

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 8:21 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Do you use an Allen wrench on them?



I'm not in a hurry either but will probably do them after LAL.



Cappy

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Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 8:57 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

I'll be up later 2-5pm   123.45 

Tad

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 From: "Steve Glasgow" <willfly(at)carolina.rr.com>

 Date: 2006/02/26 Sun AM 09:13:07 EST

 To: "SERV" <rvsoutheast-list(at)matronics.com>

 Subject: Fuel Tanks

 Larry did you use Micro Fasteners on you plane or something else?

 Where would we get what you used and what size would be appropriate for the 

 fuel tank Service Bulletin.

 Also what type of tool do you use with them?

 With limited space I think it might be easier using what you used.

 Cappy

Dale Ensing

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 571
Location: Aero Plantation Weddington NC

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 9:41 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Cappy,

I also installed my tank inspection plates with 8-32 SS socket head cap

screws. Have had to re-torque screws a couple of times to stop a weeping

leak. I was very conservative when torturing the screws originally to avoid

distorting the cork gasket.

What has worked well for me is a small ratchet tool handle that accepts

various screwdriver heads. Hex head drivers are also available that will fit

the Allen head cap screws. It is easy to judge the torque applied using this

tool set up and easy to get at the tank inspection plates with the fairings

remove.

Dale Ensing

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Larry Bowen

Joined: 09 Jan 2006
Posts: 802
Location: NC, USA

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 10:26 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

A ratchet with an allen-wrench socket would work ideally.  Plenty of room

in there for that.  Traditional allen wrench would work, but be a little

slow.



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http://BowenAero.com



Steve Glasgow said:

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 <willfly(at)carolina.rr.com>



 Do you use an Allen wrench on them?



 I'm not in a hurry either but will probably do them after LAL.



 Cappy

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Steve Glasgow

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Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 12:44 pm Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Thanks Larry.  When do you get your baby back.?

Cappy

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Steve Glasgow

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Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 12:47 pm Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Thanks Dale.



Cappy

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Larry Bowen

Joined: 09 Jan 2006
Posts: 802
Location: NC, USA

Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2006 2:05 pm Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Ah, now I remember.  This is tool I meant to reply with earlier.



http://bowenaero.com/pix/amproratchet-.jpg



Found it in the bargain bin at Advance Auto for $2.99 or something.  One

side will drive a 1/4" socket, the other will receive a 1/4" bit.  Less than

4" overall length.  I've used it often to get into tight spots.  It stays in

the travel tool kit.



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Supposedly my plane will be ready by the end of the week.



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Larry Bowen

Larry(at)BowenAero.com

http://BowenAero.com

 



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Steve Glasgow

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Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2006 5:38 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

I have one of those.  Always wondered what it was for.



Cappy

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bill(at)repucci.com
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Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2006 7:27 pm Post subject: Fuel Tanks

Dumb question, why SS?  I bought a bunch of carbon steel cap screws that

I plan on using around the plane and on the fuel tanks, should I not use

these?



Bill

RV-9 aka the future N941WR

www.repucci.com/bill/baf.html



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Steve Glasgow

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Posts: 674

Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2006 4:00 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

No they are fine.  We will be working in the 2" crack next to the fuselage and wanted the kind that you can use an Allen wrench on. 

Cappy

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Dale Ensing

Joined: 11 Jan 2006
Posts: 571
Location: Aero Plantation Weddington NC

Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2006 4:24 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

The carbon steel screws will rust so plan on coating them where they are

exposed.

Dale

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Mike Munn

Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 28

Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2006 4:52 am Post subject: Fuel Tanks

SS will not rust.  Any of the cad plated CS screws can rust.  All it takes

is a tiny nick (with a screwdriver) in the cad plating and it is violated.

Rust will start at the nick and will spread over time.



Mike Munn

RV8



                                                                                                                                              

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Dumb question, why SS?  I bought a bunch of carbon steel cap screws that

I plan on using around the plane and on the fuel tanks, should I not use

these?



Bill

RV-9 aka the future N941WR

www.repucci.com/bill/baf.html



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