Van's RV-8 Build. Ep 157. Flaps 26. Left flap redemption finale

The left flap drama has concluded... Over these three days, I completed parts prep (match-drilling, countersinking, priming, etc) and installed the end rib and spar... Moving on..

About 8.0 hours total in the Gilbertson Aero Factory.

This work was performed on 1/2-4/2026

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