
Renovation Activities ~ As of 4-1-24
March 31, 2024
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April 21, 2024From Ken Ramsay (a bit late on this post, sorry):
- Lots of work being done on the F-105. The centerline pylon structure is taking shape
- And there is a mock-up of the pylon.
- Paul is working on pieces for the pylon.
- After Jerry overhauled the F-105 nose wheel, it still leaked, so he continues to work on it with help from Paul.
- The F-84F’s nose gear is getting a fresh coat of paint.
- And the F-86D, Sabre Dog, is also getting its paint job refurbished.
- Bob is putting the final touches on the A-7’s new paint. Almost finished (top photo also).
- Skin is going on the Corsair’s right inner wing.
- And the Corsair’s tires have been mounted on the rims.
- Carl continues to work on the Cutlass aft section. Primer is being applied.
- And Carl has a young member helping him fabricate an afterburner nozzle for the Cutlass.
- The second panel is on the Cutlass right outer wing.
- The PVC sheet being fitted for the 3rd wing panel.
- Glue being applied to the PVC by Luke who is in the aviation program at Stow High School.
- The aluminum/PVC being screwed to the wing frame by Luke and Luke, both from Stow High School.
- Weights applied to the panel to insure a good bond between the PVC and aluminum.
- Dan is fitting the PVC for the 4th and final panel on the upper side of the outer wing.