The first point at which the wings start to look like wings. I actually did a fair amount of work between priming and clecoing on the skins. I just didn't get around to taking photos of these steps.

These photos provide the details associates with the construction of the slow build wing of the Vans 9A.

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> I have several photos under the tail kit section that discuss priming. The only note to add here is that I needed to buy more primer. Later you'll see that they changed the color from an olive green to a black. I wish they hadn't done this. But only people working on the airplane will every know.

> Wing ribs baking in the sun! Sounds a bit like the B-52s song that has the line "baking potatos baking in the sun!"

> If it is at all possible, I strongly recommend working on both wings at the same time. I have about 2.5 feet between the wings and so far that amount of room has be sufficient.

The first point at which the wings start to look like wings. I actually did a fair amount of work between priming and clecoing on the skins. I just didn't get around to taking photos of these steps.

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