In a message dated 10/18/2005 8:40:31 A.M. Central Standard Time,
N4ZQ@comcast.net writes:
Concerning your measurements recently, are your cockpit closeout
ribs
completely sealed?
Angier,
No. I have sealed the stub wing - outer wing joint (white tub caulk)
and that changes conditions in the main wheel wells. I plan on "booting"
the control rods and actuators that pass thru holes in the cockpit closeout ribs
before winter arrives.
I have been looking for the old IV type boots (about 6 inches long),
especially to cover the inboard door actuators. If anybody knows of a boot
source, that info would be appreciated.
On long flights in the winter my right hand gets chilled from the cold air
coming up the elevator trim wheel opening in the console. I am sure my
heated air would be more efficient should I close off those openings.
However, I am sure that the rear canopy seal will then have to be improved since
the low pressure cockpit will still be seeking air.
Scott Krueger
AKA Grayhawk
Lancair N92EX IO320 SB 89/96
Aurora, IL
(KARR)