Removed Inlet Clamp "molds", began shaping per Sect 47-26, Steps 4-7 and Step 1 at 47-27. Trial fit around engine and baffles shows good alignment and correct gaps. Yay ! Lots of sanding, but coming together (and making sense!)
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| RH Inlet Clamp "mold" removed. Tah dah ! |
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| LH Inlet Clamp removed. |
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| Sanded flush to edges. (prior to contouring) |
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| checking gap and contouring strategy |
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| rough marking prior to contouring |
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| consistent gap, with 2.4mm for rubber seal layer |
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| first pass contouring inboard (near spinner) |
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| inside view of contouring... Hard to see rounding underway to ease airflow |