172 Elevator Skins

[Leary360]

Hi All,
Looking to replace skins on my elevators due to corrosion.
Hoping someone could give me the heads up on the best technique to rivet these?
I'm sure I will figure it out with enough trial and error, however I was hoping someone that has done it might be able to save me some time.
It appears some rivets are in very difficult places and it may be beneficial to fabricate some tools, looking for ideas.

Thanks Cam

 

[Alaskamech]

Install the top skin first. Then roll the bottom skin to access the two ribs then Finnish the fwd end then the aft end

 

[David H]

Are going to be using solid rivets? or pop rivets?

 

[david hillberg]

before you do the job practice on some scrap. give your favorite sheet metal man a heads up if it's a complete reskin you will need a jig.