Builder's Log Format
The builder's log will serve as the main body of documentation
throughout the project. The log is arranged
into (mostly) logic sub-projects. Log entries in each sub-project are generally arranged
chronologically, but different sub-projects may overlap or stagger in time.
Each log entry lists the following:
 | YYYY.MM.DD: (time
spent in hours) Description of the task performed, general
notes, problems
and solutions, photographs, diagrams, or any other useful information. |
UPDATE 2007.07.21:
Due to computer issues (piece-of-crap Microsoft FrontPage), I have not
been able to update my log very regularly since I replaced my computer a
few months ago. Work on the plane however has been going forward
steadily. I've attempted to log as much of that work as possible
in summary rather than rigorous day-by-day entries. I now have
FrontPage up and running again, but from here on I'm going to continue
the practice of logging task summaries rather than strictly logging day-by-day. I would much rather spend my time working on the plane
than writing about it on the computer (I work with computers all
day). And the careful logging of number of hours worked, while
trivially interesting, is also otherwise fairly useless. It is not
required by the FAA, and feels too much like doing a timesheet at
work. So no more of that.
Sub-projects
Initial Preparation
Horizontal Stabilizer
Vertical Stabilizer
Rudder
Elevators
Empennage Fiberglass Tips & Fairings
Empennage Attachment / Rigging
Rudder Cable Exit Fairings
Receiving the QuickBuild Kit
Forward Cockpit Structure
Cockpit Floors and Covers
Seat Backs
Crotch Strap Kit
Cabin Air
Cabin Heat
Cabin Frame
Primary Flight Controls
Stick Grips
Rudder / Brake Pedals
Parking Brake
Brake Fluid Reservoir
Aileron Trim
Flaps Actuator
Flaps Position Sensor
Fuel System
Pitot-Static System
OAT Probe
Angle of Attack (AoA) Instrument
Magnetometer
Raising the Fuselage
Cabin Steps
Main Landing Gear
Nose Gear
Receiving the Finishing Kit
Canopy Frame and Plexiglass
Canopy Latch
Canopy Support Struts
Cockpit Interior Paint
Cockpit Upholstery
Cockpit & Panel Lighting
Wings, Ailerons, Flaps
Wing Tips
Wing Attachment / Rigging
Landing Lights
Autopilot
Antennas
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
Engine Selection
Firewall Prep
Engine Prep
Fuel Injection Servo
Engine Mount
Propeller
Propeller Governor
Exhaust
Crankcase Breather
Engine Controls
Cowling
External Power Receptacle
Main DC Power Distribution
Auxiliary DC Power Distribution
Main Alternator
Manifold Pressure Plumbing
General Notes on Corrosion Protection
General Notes on Plumbing
General Notes on Wiring
General Notes on Composites
General Notes on Various Materials
Service Bulletins
References
Van's RV-7/7A parts list (Microsoft
Excel)
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