BRS parachute handle work: 8 hours

This session I spent a ridiculous amout of time making a custom fitted cover plate for the BRS handle. After hours of work on the tiny part I installed platenuts to hold it in place. I'm very happy with the results.

I also added some lightening holes to my custom handle bracket.

Finally I worked on opening up the rear spar carry through to keep the elevator pushrod from rubbing.

Fitting the tunnel cover around the handle:

Cover plate almost finished:

Finished cover plate and bracket with lightening holes:

Interference with the carry through and pushrod is common. Vans allows shaving up to 1/8" off the carry through to provide clearance.