The default wire channels from Vans do not include provisions for additional devices I will be installing in the plane (auto pilot servos, heated pitot mast, aileron trim servo, dedicated grounding wires, …). In addition a nylon conduit would allow easier future maintenance than the holes through the ribs.
A series of custom wire brackets were fabricated from 1/16″x 1″ x 1.25″ angle aluminum. The band saw fence was setup to cut raw brackets the same width.
Here they are, one for each wing rib to span.
Next use a jig on the drill press to accurately reproduce the hole pattern for each bracket.
Cut, drilled, prepped, primed, and ready to assemble. The 5/8″ nylon conduit will later be cable laced to the holders. Zip ties could be used, but I prefer the endurance and flexibility of the cable lace.
Here is a through shot of the conduit run laid out with string. Then installation begins…
As with many of these operations on the wing, having the bottom skin still off makes everything so much easier.
