HC #86 Update

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splischke
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HC #86 Update

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I just finished cutting the finishing the floor boards. It was a bit tedious work but I enjoyed it. The EV-400 Epoxy varnish really shines!
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Polyfiber EV-400 really shines.
Polyfiber EV-400 really shines.
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Re: HC #86 Update

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I enjoy the photos on your website; they help a lot. Looking good there Scott.
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Re: HC #86 Update

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Here is a suggestion that worth adding on the Classic with the stepped floor boards.
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Re: HC #86 Update

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Great idea and easy to implement. Thanks!

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Re: HC #86 Update

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Can anyone explain the reason that the floor is higher in the rear of the Classic. To me the step seems to create a problem with the ruder pedals. I like the ramp suggestion but why not just make both floors the same elevation. Is there any interference that I am not seeing?
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Re: HC #86 Update

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The raised floor provides clearance for the aileron push tubes which run under the floor.
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