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F-684 Gusset Plate Edge Distances. I had to reorder the F-684 gusset plates because I didn't install them far enough forward to allow for the 1/4" edge distance required of the 1/8" rivets that would be installed there. Take a look at the Picture. As you can see I had not drilled the vertical line of holes that attach the gusset to the firewall stiffener. This is because I still have the skin on and these holes do not go through the skin they only go through the gusset and the stiffener. When I removed the skin to drill these holes and to help me align the rudder pedal assembly I noticed that the edge distance was going to be close, so I measured it. It is very borderline. I could probably get away with leaving them but this seems to be a very critical joint. The joint joins the longeron that takes the moment load of the engine and transfers it to the center section. I don't want the edge distances here to be borderline. 1/4" is required, I'm going to shoot for 5/16". Disclaimer: This web site and the infomation contained within it are for entertainment purposes only. The opinions expressed on construction techniques are my opinions only and should not be confused with proper construction techniques. There is undoubtedly more than one way to build an airplane and some methods that I use may or may not work in any given circumstance. If there is any question please call the kit manufacturer. I love to help but I am not responsible for the misuse of any information contained on this web site.

 February 3, 2021
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