Section 2: Joining The Wing Halves - Hangar 9 Cessna 182 Skylane Instruction Manual

Section 2: Joining the Wing Halves

Parts Needed
• Right wing panel from Section One
• Left wing panel from Section One
• Dihedral brace
• Trim tape
• Hardwood locking pin
Step 1: Locate the dihedral brace (also called the wing joiner).
Using a ruler, mark the exact center of the brace with a pencil as
shown in the photo below.
Step 2: Trial fit the dihedral brace into one of the wing panels. It
should insert smoothly up to the center line marked in Step 1.
Now slide the other wing half onto the dihedral brace until the
wing panels meet. If the fit is overly tight, it may be necessary to
lightly sand the dihedral brace.
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Tools and Adhesives Needed
• 30-minute epoxy
• Masking tape
• Paper towels
• Rubbing alcohol
• Wax paper
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Medium sandpaper
• Mixing stick
Step 3: Next, check for the correct dihedral angle. Place the
wing on a large, flat surface with one wing panel resting on the
flat surface. The opposite wing tip should be exactly 2" from the
surface (see illustration below). If necessary, sand the dihedral
brace until this is achieved.
Step 4: Mix up approximately three (3) ounces of 30-minute
epoxy.
Step 5: Smear a generous amount of epoxy into the wing joiner
cavity of one wing half. A scrap piece of wood or mixing stick is
handy here.
Note: It is extremely important to use plenty of epoxy when
joining the wing halves.
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