I've been through the threads and here is what I've gathered about installing the wing bolts. Considering my target date is Oct 11th (will have to record all those SEC football games), I'm hoping for the best and expecting the worst and probably will get something in between.
It's a pain, tight fit, worthy of a sailor's tongue, but can be made more bearable.
1 - Bolts need to be cold. Freezer or dry ice to shrink them ever so slightly.
2 - Shaft of the bolt needs lubrication. Do not get on threads.
3 - Top drives easier than bottom.
4 - Do not push through very far, esp on the bottom so you can get the nut on.
5 - Rivet gun is a miracle worker for the bottom bolts.
6 - Super glue and popcycle stick makes a pretty fair nut holder till it starts.
7 - Magnet on a stick is your friend for those escapees.
8 - A slight wiggling of the wing is most helpful. Don't raise too much unless you want to repair the skin.
9 - Beer, lots of it for you and the help.
10 - Learn new cuss words, they help maintain sanity.
11 - Be prepared to set the world record on how long it can take to install a bolt and nut.
12 - An air rachet is helpful for getting most of it done, then your torque wrench.
13 - Don't forget the 2 smaller bolts on each wing.
14 - Tighten from the outboard side to the centerline.
15 - Look at the plans CAREFULLY and make sure you put the washers on the correct side. It is different depending on the bolt location.
16 - Other idiots besides yourself have been able to do this. Use their lessons above so you won't feel like one.
Have I missed anything?
It's a pain, tight fit, worthy of a sailor's tongue, but can be made more bearable.
1 - Bolts need to be cold. Freezer or dry ice to shrink them ever so slightly.
2 - Shaft of the bolt needs lubrication. Do not get on threads.
3 - Top drives easier than bottom.
4 - Do not push through very far, esp on the bottom so you can get the nut on.
5 - Rivet gun is a miracle worker for the bottom bolts.
6 - Super glue and popcycle stick makes a pretty fair nut holder till it starts.
7 - Magnet on a stick is your friend for those escapees.
8 - A slight wiggling of the wing is most helpful. Don't raise too much unless you want to repair the skin.
9 - Beer, lots of it for you and the help.
10 - Learn new cuss words, they help maintain sanity.
11 - Be prepared to set the world record on how long it can take to install a bolt and nut.
12 - An air rachet is helpful for getting most of it done, then your torque wrench.
13 - Don't forget the 2 smaller bolts on each wing.
14 - Tighten from the outboard side to the centerline.
15 - Look at the plans CAREFULLY and make sure you put the washers on the correct side. It is different depending on the bolt location.
16 - Other idiots besides yourself have been able to do this. Use their lessons above so you won't feel like one.
Have I missed anything?