Rans S 10 Sekota

[thys bas]

Nice prop! Agentinians go big on the S10.

[Johnorr]

Got a time consuming back draw on this project.
Found the main wing spars severely corroded .

When I checked the leading edge it was not smooth look like there was some dirt trapped between fabric and main spar.
I cut the fabric on one of this spots and found that white powder from the aluminum.

So ordered new leading edge and trailing edge spars, while need to re build the wings I just ordered the new plastic tanks that is suitable for fuel with alcohol the old tanks is fiber glass so some luck with the back draw.

This work in progress now will post some pictures later.

[thys bas]

If you are planning to do this with the Rans, it might be better to replace the spar yes!

[thys bas]

Found the main wing spars severely corroded .

And this is probably why it happened

[thys bas]

And more reason to make sure the wings are strong

[Johnorr]

I do not plan to fly like this I might do the same style, the difference will be the altitude.
I will not do this kind of flying under 3000Ft AGL. I will leave it for the Argentinian guys Ernesto and his team.

I was just thinking about steep pull ups where the G's might become high.
You are kind of lost with a broken wing, I rather rebuild the wings then I know it should be good.