Fall 2021. As the seasons change the Museum volunteers keep busy with long-term projects. The restoration of the Piper J3 Cub is progressing well. The wings are structurally complete and covering with approved fabric material will start shortly.
The sheet metal on the nose cowl that encloses the engine is a challenge that is being met head on by our team.
Ed, Bill and Bob reconstruct the complex three-dimensional curves of the nose cowl of the Cub.
And how is this decrepid specimen supposed to help the Cub soar to new heights?
Experts will dismantle the engine, test every part and re-assemble.
And speaking of engines… An ancient engine (a Velie M5) is being restored for display. Cleaning processes have allowed very tired components to look as good as new again – –
The Velie master rod, counterweight and connecting rods after cleanup.
For more on this engine, see; Velie