This one is getting done a little early. I thought if the strut is in the middle now, when I add the sides and floor of the nose it will still be in the middle. There is definitely sideways play in the NG30’s given their lack of attachment at this stage.

The task is just to cut through almost to the floor plys so the strut can sit flush on the fuselage. Its right on the bare glass in the centre and still seems slightly proud. I’ve left it pretty tight.

It does seem as if there is a slight twist in the leg as the top plate is not perfectly flat. This is more cosmetic as the leg is confirmed straight with the laser and as long as the wheel is mounted correctly the aircraft will taxi straight.

I will have to open this area up later for a faring box thats yet to be made and a bit of wiggle room for the strut.

The tail can wag the dog

Initial cuts

Strut confirmed straight