Double bummer.

Doesn't it seem that those O.S. remote needle valves are designed to sheer off that way? Fortunately it is a fairly inexpensive part ($10 @ T.H.), assuming you can salvage the needle valve assembly.

On Saturday I pretty much finished the framing of the fuselage of my Skylark 40. I know it is overkill but I ended up adding 1/8" dowels to secure the firewall, the rear bulkhead, and most of the joiners. The first set that I put into the rear bulkhead went in so easy I couldn't help myself and I did the rest.

Unfortunately(?) the weather cleared up here Saturday afternoon and for the rest of the weekend, so I spend my time at the field and not in the shop. I've taken pictures of the assembly so far and will probably start a new "construction" thread soon.