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Finish Kit Page 5


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I decided I wanted to be able to get to my ELT in the event I needed it, so I mounted it on the rear baggage compartment shelf...  I added a couple stiffeners, and some nutplates for mounting the bracket...

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I finally broke down and riveted on the step.  I was thinking of having it powder coated, but it just cost too damn much...

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finish82.jpg (51433 bytes) I decided to go ahead and finish the baggage door as far as I could......and once I got a new on in from Van's (I either lost it or never got it) everything went off without a hitch... finish83.jpg (47753 bytes)
finish84.jpg (47070 bytes) I also finished riveting my turtle deck on...

Next is canopy work...

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belts4.jpg (92164 bytes) I got a set of harnesses from Lite Air Enterprises in Canada.  They are VERY well made, much stronger and heavier construction than the lower cost harnesses from Van's, and they only cost $65 per seat... belts3.jpg (121300 bytes)
belts1.jpg (124887 bytes) I haven't tried to install them in the -8A yet, but as soon as I do, I will post how well they fit... belts7.jpg (133333 bytes)
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