Build Manuals

[permagray]

For the Build Manuals - (which have some deficiencies) - I have found that it is helpful to make a copy of the parts list that is at the beginning page of each sub-assembly. That way, when you are on a page in the build manual, you can quickly reference the Item number on the page to the actual part number from the parts list.

[PhilipRueker]

Good tip.
For me I put a post-it as a bookmark on that page so I can quickly get back to it for the same reason.

[WmInce]

Philip,

Where are you located in Washington?

[PhilipRueker]

Philip,

Where are you located in Washington?

Redmond, just east of Seattle.

[andrewpitman]

Guys remember also that if you want technical help from the factory you can just put #slingsupport with your question here on the forum!

Cheers and good luck

Andrew

[andrewpitman]

Testing #slingsupport

[MTJ]

Hi.

In my profession there are what's know as 'Block' aircraft. Typically , 'Block 10, Block 20', etc. with differences/improvements listed as a matrix.

Could the TAF publish a similar 'Block' type of improvement so that a owner/builder can reference their S/N and determine what applicable build/equipment they have? The manuals seem behind the improvements. (but I appreciate the improvements!)

Also, has TAF considered a 'quick build' manual? I have to figure out where the TAF ends and my portion begins.

Thanks!

#slingsupport

[Sling Technical Official]

Hi MTJ

We do not have the same system as is required for certified aircraft.
Our separate kits are delivered against a revision number on the packing list.

The updated TSI manuals will indicate which parts are assembled by the factory and which ones by the kit builder for a quick build kit.
The packing lists shows the split for quick build aircraft and can be used as a reference in the mean time.

[hpmicrowave]

Yes a Quick Build Manual, or Quick Build Start point in each Build Manual would be VERY helpful! I just built a Vans RV8 and all of their manuals have a Quick Build Start point clearly defined.

Cecil Jones