References
This is some reference/lookup charts I use throughout the build.
Squawk issues
https://n532sl.youtrack.cloud/dashboard
Drill size
Reference: KAI introduction chapter
Rivet type | Diameter | Drill bit hole size |
---|---|---|
Dome head and Countersunk rivet | 2.4 mm (3/32”) | 2.4 mm |
Dome head and Countersunk rivet | 3.2 mm (1/8”) | 3.3 mm |
Dome head and Countersunk rivet | 4.0 mm (5/32”) | 4.1 mm |
Dome head and Countersunk rivet | 4.8 mm (3/16”) | 4.9 mm |
Sealants
Loctite 222
- Inspection panel screws, elevator trim motor installation screws.
- Propeller extension (bolts securing propeller hub / assembly to the propeller extension).
- VHF antenna retaining screws.
- Instrument panel retaining screws.
- Navigation light retaining screws.
- Strobe light retaining screws.
- Fuselage fairings.
- Fuel selector valve retaining screws.
Loctite 243
- Autopilot aileron and elevator servo mounting screws.
- Propeller extension (bolts securing propeller extension to engine flange).
- Bolt securing main wheel fairing to main axle spacer.
Loctite 557
- Fuel hose and oil pipe fitting threads.
- Brake line fittings.
Torque
AN nuts
Designation | USA Size (in) | EU Size (mm) | Total torque (in.lb) | Thread Size | Wrench size (in) | AC 43.13 torque range | TAF maintenance manual | Measured friction drag torque |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AN3 | 3/16 | 4.8 | 29 | 10-32 | 3/8 | 20-25 | 18-24 | 5 |
AN4 | 1/4 | 6.35 | 76 | 1/4-28 | 7/16 | 50-70 | 51-80 | 7 |
AN5 | 5/16 | 7.94 | 150 | 5/16-24 | 1/2 | 100-140 | 12 | 12 |
AN6 | 3/8 | 9.53 | 159-189 | 3/8-24 | 9/16 | 160-190 | 159-189 |
- AC 43.13 max torque + (measured friction drag x0.8 for torque wrench accuracy)
Metrics nuts
https://www.fastenermart.com/files/metric_tighten_torques.pdf
FAA material
Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection and Repair: AC 43.13-1B
51% Rule
Videos
- EAA Countersink basics
- EAA Crimp connectors intro
- EAA Electrical Wire Types and Sizes
- Midwest Panel Builder
Stores
- Wire: https://www.prowireusa.com/c-58-tefzel-sb-shielded-wire.html
- Another Wire store: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/shieldwire.php
- GT150 connectors: https://www.customconnectorkits.com/
- Gaske: https://www.grainger.com/