Ivan's RV-7

The inboard rib and the z-brackets.Timer icon4h

August 10, 2025

Today I installed the inboard rib.

As usual, not too many photos because I am way too stressed that I don't have enough of the sealant time (I'm still using 2.5oz cartridges), but here is what I got today after the session.

Rib fully riveted to the tank.

The rib is riveted.

View from the inside.

An inside view of the rib.

The forward attach angle.

The forwad angle.

Also, I've realized that I haven't prepared the z-brackets yet. Since I wanted to use the whole weekend to finish the fuel tank, I rushed to scuff them and prime them.

The z-brackets.