Originally Posted by
grosbeak
You're right about the fuel tank - there's plenty of space above the tank. I won't rule out the dowel idea but it's still more complicated than I want at this point.
Excellent - I see you mounted the front bolts near where I was planning to... tell me, did those bolts hold up well in that position? Did either one ever break because of the wing pulling against it in flight?
I have flown this plane year after year for over a decade and have never broken a wing screw or mount. Flown off grass, tarmac, water, and snow with no issues. Recently recovered the fuse with monocote. Still have to do the wing. One of my longest lived planes. Its the energizer bunny of the fleet. Good luck with yours.
Terry