Inboard wing pictures

[RLiebmann]

I am rebuilding a 1941 BC-65 and am in need of some photo help. I am installing the right wing tank and need to know its position (distance) from the butt rib. Also showing how I reinforce the end rib against the tank.

On the left wing which has no tank, I need pics of the end rib reinforcments.

And at last for now I need pics of an aileron without the fabric or aluminum on it so I can see how to reinstall the hinge hardward.

The plane came to me disassembled with no pictures or drawings.

Thanks for any help. Ron

[Hank Jarrett]

Re: Inboard wing pictures

What TERRIBLE timing! I just put the last coats of dope on my 41 wing and am hoping the weather will warm up enough to put her back together. I have a bunch of photos but since I didn't need to do anything to the wing don't remember taking any of the insides. I do have a bunch of pictures and the ailerons are still off so I may be able to get some of the parts you need there but the tank area is all closed up.
Contact me off line with the specific areas and I will dig through my pictures (digital) and send you any you think may help.
Hank
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[crispy critter]

Re: Inboard wing pictures

Ron,
I don't have much on a prewar wing except whats in my head(and that can be a risky place to be sometimes.HaHa).I do have some scaled down prewar wing blueprints that might help you a little if you want them.Email or PM me for mailing info.Also,as far as the tank location,the drag/anti drag wires run through the tank so once you've got it in place you just kinda fit your butt and first inborad rib around it.

[Robert Lees]

Re: Inboard wing pictures

Ron

My experience is that the position of the tank is largely determined by the drag/anti-drag wires that pass through it. The tank then tends to find its own "natural" position.

This is of course with the tank straps loose, after allowing the tank to locate itself, you can tighten the straps.

I do have two post-war wings uncovered, one structurally complete, but I do not think photos will help particularly. Try the above first, and come back to me if necessary. I also have the post-war drawing...this shows 1" gap between the rib and tank, although mine actually measures 1+1/8"

Rob