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With one final overall fit of the tank.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:39 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7305.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7305.JPG.html
Checked, double checked and again checked all the fits.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7290.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7290.JPG.html
Bonded in the foam and cork support for the "ledge" at the front of the tank.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7232.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7232.JPG.html
Must have had the tank in/out two dozen times determining necessary clearances and supports.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7230.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7230.JPG.html
It was determined that a 1/4 in (6.4 mm) thick piece of rigid urethane foam topped with cork was needed to support the front "ledge" of the tank so it wouldn't sag.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7015.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7015.JPG.html
Finally, the new tank is in place. More or less.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7014.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7014.JPG.html
Next catch was where the filler needed to go into its' position. There was a piece blocking which had to be removed.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:38 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7005.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7005.JPG.html
The space with the aileron tie rod and starboard side support removed.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:37 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7004.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_7004.JPG.html
Here you see that the fuel outlets won't go past the pitch connection rod between the sticks. And this can not be removed to be replaced at a later date. The outlets have to be trimmed back by about 1/4 in (6.4 mm).]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:37 +0000 http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_6996.JPG.html http://europaowners.org/gallery2/v/N914XL/Fuel+Tank+Replacement/05+Fitting/IMG_6996.JPG.html
You also have to make sure you clear all the cables, plumbing and wiring in the "tunnel" area.]]> rlborger photo Mon, 14 Jul 2014 21:23:37 +0000