What a weekend. I managed to push through and get the top of the wings completed.
I'm pretty sure I had a stress-induced headache yesterday morning but It subsided enough for me to complete the fuselage as well.
The only remaining part that does not have rivets at this point is the canopy. The reason being is that I neglected to mark off where paint was to be applied on the top. It is a strip of paint that prevents glare to the pilot. I re-assembled the cowl and re-installed it and marked off the area. I shot some primer and I'm letting that cure out. At this point I'm on final assembly. I've started to install my hinges and preparing all the hardware for install. Here is the list of thing yet to complete:
Install H-stab (epoxy)
Install all control surfaces (rudder, elevators, flaps, ailerons) along with their control horns
Install elevator, flap and aileron servos with corresponding hardware (push rods etc.)
Install main gear covers
Complete paint on hatch
Glue on the canopy and remove masking tape
Rivet entire hatch and canopy assembly
Fabricate cradle to hold down the fuselage
Program throws in the radio
Cover antenna mast and gun barrels with aluminum and install
Touch-ups on detailing (acetone removal of paint overspray, re-polish small areas, final cleaning, apply protectant)
Full assembly with CG and systems checks
It is going to be a busy week. I am volunteering at an IMAC event on Saturday so that whole day is shot. It's time to finish this girl up for SEFF. There are some other minor things that I may or may not do after SEFF but I'm excited to share the project and spend some time with good friends.