Adding Nut Plates to Nose Ribs August 1, 2008

Completed steps 5-10. Had to spend time figuring out which dimple die to use. Called Vans and the guy there said to use the #8, but that seemed to be way to big. So, studied plans more, took out the rivet and sized it to the die that seemed to fit the best and then proceeded to dimple. (I think it was the 3/32). Then completed all dimpling and put the nut plates in place as per plans. Next I’ll move on to page 15-03 and begin by flutting the main Rib flanges. Now I’m off to Cape Lookout so that I get there before Ackley. (He is excited about the prospect of going to Hong Kong as a research assistant. It would be good experience for him and open doors down the road.