It was my original intent to make a small box-like cover to protect the lower aileron pulleys. However, when I got down to it I discovered there is a lot going on in that little corner.
So I decided to make a larger panel that spans the frame-members on each side of the aileron cables.
Like so:
The cut-out is for the lower aileron pulley. I will be fashioning a cover plat for this opening that will include a bump out for the pulley itself. It will be fastened to the panel with screws and nut plates to facilitate removal for annual inspections.
I have been practicing working sheet metal with the collection of hammers I have on hand and using the center of a roll of duct tape for a pattern. The final product will be tear-drop shaped rather than round. I will concentrate on that cover once I have the side panels installed on both sides.
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