On Thu, Apr 10 we move all the bits and pieces over to the paint shop. I figured 'it's not that far, we can just push it'. Well, it's probably a KM... didn't look that far. Will tow it on the way back.
No progress on Thursday... they are finishing up a Cherokee 6.
Doesn't look like they are going to work on it on Friday. Still finishing up the cowl on the Cherokee. Hurry up and wait it seems like...
Monday, April 21: Progress! Taping began today. Prep begins tomorrow.
Tuesday, April 22
Lots of block sanding today and filling.
Wednesday, April 23
More filling and sanding. First coat of primer.
Thursday, April 24
More bodywork...
First coat of while (Materhorn White)
The good news: The fuselage is looking awesome.
This process was very iterative, but i am SO please with the results. We nailed it. Very close to the drawings. BUT, the drawings did not have the hinges... and I did not want a stripe going through a hinge.
My original idea was to polish the hinges. But after looking at them, they need to be painted.
But I am REALLY pleased with how the cowl looks. It was worth all the effort.
Next is the yellow!
It looks wicked! Blue goes on Monday, May 12.
All the little bits are ready for prime as well.
Next is the blue... it's a weird colour. In some lights its super dark, and it some lights its far lighter.
And for the big reveal....
The guys in the paint shop have done a fantastic job. Words cannot describe how grateful I am.
Austin, Jarred, Taran and Shaun.... THANK YOU SO MUCH.
Next is.... everything else. Wings, tail, wing tips, fairings, etc, etc, etc.
