Skyranger Classic, Dacron to Xlam conversion Part 1: Micro Maintenance S3 E7

On this episode we tackle on one of the most requested jobs that we get asked for! Reskinning a Skyranger from Dacron to Xlam!
Join the team in part one of this aircrafts restoration, as we strip this Skyranger back to its airframe, treat corrosion and start to re-fit the new fusulage skin, with a number of challenges on the way.
Micro Maintenance, is one of the largest microlight/ultralight maintenance facilities in the UK. Join the team as we work on a huge variety of light and sport aircraft carrying out scheduled maintenance, repairs and unique customisation.
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[@GolfFoxtrot22]

That brought back some fun memories. I really enjoyed working on Gummy.

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

First job 👍🏻

[@InducedBank]

Great to see the work involved - and congrats to Giles joining the team!

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

We had to get him off tea duty at some point!

[@leehewitt9559]

Superb work as always…

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Thanks Lee, happy Christmas to you all 👍🏻

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

5:33 favorite line....

[@ranbirsingh7666]

A very informative video, amazing how you stripped back 50% (well that it looks like to newbie) if the plane , shredded it’s skin like a snake 😅.

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Hi Ranbir, once you’ve done a few you do get quicker and learn the common mistakes. You’ll enjoy the next video

[@ranbirsingh7666]

@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all the Team 👌

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

And to you all, happy new year

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

all good there's no corrosion you're never gonna die in it ....

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

in the old days the planes were cloth and the men were like steel , and they thought the plane made the dogfighter but now they know it's the man of steel flying from the clouds like "AAAAAAAAAAAARGH!" with whatever weapons or his fists , from an any plane too

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

i like the frame but now i want to see the wing

[@patrickmckowen2999]

Excellent 👍

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Merry Christmas Pat 👍🏻

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

aluminum foil could be the ticket for the size

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

I'm guessing that you would do a weight and CG check afterwards as there have been so many changes.

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Hi Simon, yes all our projects usually require a full weight report submitted as part of the sign off process. Fortunately we two inspectors as part of our team

[@TomGarner4505]

Interesting video, the skinning looks very similar to my Rans S6. Are you an inspector now Mark?

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Hi Tom, yes I’m sure the process is very similar but I’ve not reskinned a Rans yet. Yes, both myself and Alan are BMAA inspectors.

[@mikefreemn4154]

Just found your channel and working through the videos. Currently moving from PPL(A) to the microlight world and it all seems way more fun. The Peabee looks like great fun especially. I'm interested in how someone becomes a microlight engineer? Is this something you have covered?

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

Hi Mike, great that you've found us hope you continue to enjoy our content. The PeaBee is hours of fun. Its not something we have covered but is something your more than welcome to call in and discus with me/us anytime. experience of type is a big factor.

[@BurntKittyForge-pl8ol]

flying therough the air at 60 mph nobody will notice if the body is a little crooked

[@patrickmckowen2999]

Dacron vs Xlam -- why not redo in Dacron. How much better is Xlam vs Dacron for the cost. Not much of info out there.
Cheers

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

You can still get Dacron skins and people do still use it, but Xlam is significantly better. Much longer life, significantly stronger even against hangar rash, easier to repair and noticeable reduction in Drag name a few do the benefits

[@stanleygainey]

Is there any grease or protector you can put on the nuts to stop the corrosion?

[@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946]

We use ACF50 on most nuts bolts and tubes, it’s very good for rust prevention and cure, but when possible we replace nuts washers as a default

[@stanleygainey]

@@wingnutshomeofmicromainten6946 Excellent. Thanks for quick response. 🤠