---------------------------------------------------------- RV7-List Digest Archive --- Total Messages Posted Sun 01/05/03: 2 ---------------------------------------------------------- Today's Message Index: ---------------------- 1. 06:13 PM - SEC UNCLASSIFIED Re: Alternative Primers (Francis, David CMDR) 2. 09:21 PM - Wing ribs (Cliff Lotter) ________________________________ Message 1 _____________________________________ Time: 06:13:21 PM PST US From: "Francis, David CMDR" Subject: SEC UNCLASSIFIED RE: RV7-List: Alternative Primers --> RV7-List message posted by: "Francis, David CMDR" John, I don't think there is anything magic about aircraft primers. Some things to consider: Aircraft Finishing Systems products are both water borne and non-toxic - good for your health and the disposal of waste. Zinc chromate is highly toxic and is banned in some countries, such as here in Australia. Two part primers tend to be resistant to oils, hydraulic fluid and solvents, while single part and some two part may not be. You need to decide what protection you want and ask about any product you are considering. You can also ask yourself whether you need primer at all, for the interior of most of my plane (excluding the cockpit), I am alodining only. It takes 60 seconds and has no overspray or cleanup, and adds no weight to the plane. For more on primer wars check out the archives, Sam Buchanan and Andy Karmy web sites. Have fun, David Francis, VH-ZEE, enjoying a warm summer. Email: David.Francis@defence.gov.au -----Original Message----- From: John Burns [mailto:jgburns@comcast.net] Sent: Friday, 3 January 2003 14:57 To: rv7-list@matronics.com Subject: RV7-List: Alternative Primers --> RV7-List message posted by: John Burns I've tried Aircraft Finish Systems Waterborne primer and zinc chromate in spray cans. Does anyone know why it's important to use "aircraft" primer. What's the difference between a/c primer and various hardware store primers, such as automotive primer? ________________________________ Message 2 _____________________________________ Time: 09:21:43 PM PST US From: "Cliff Lotter" Subject: RV7-List: Wing ribs --> RV7-List message posted by: "Cliff Lotter" Hi all .Hope everyone enjoys a good year! I am busy with my wings and found that I have 20 x 711L [left] ribs only and not the normal 10 right and 10 left.Is this a problem as they still fit but the flanges face the wrong way? Regards Cliff Lotter South Africa Do not archive