George Lendich wrote:

Paul and Butch,

Update !!

Went to the foundry today and had the pattern passed (with flying colours), he commented it was a very good job!

So the outside stiffeners went on (permanently) after that and then the inside stiffeners ASAP.

Although I'm pleased with the pattern, the changes will make it so much better, from a development point of view, as it will
give more inside clearance. So I'm looking forward to the new pattern (and hopefully last pattern change).

I discussed with the foundry manager and part owner, that the minimum side draft (taper), he suggested 2 degrees. I checked mine
which is 3 degrees - I won't be able to reduce that much !

I need to get one prototype done to test for shrinkage and clearance etc. When I get that done I will send to Paul for
assessment and recommendations.
George (down under)

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