View source for SECTION 30: STEP INSTALLATION

=== Build Instruction Updates ===
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=== Hints ===
* Consider installing a pair of "step bushings" (https://www.tcwtech.com/product/rv-10-products/) in your RV-10 steps. Without them, it is likely that over time the bolt holding your step in place will enlarge the hole, and you'll have some movement/play in your step.<br>The instructions say to use a nylon string but something more sturdy is necessary should you need to pull the bushing back.<br>The bushings may require to be buffed to reduce their diameter to fit into the steps.<br>Make sure the step's bolt holes and the open end of the step are properly deburred before inserting the bushing.<br>[[File:2022-06-26 13-22-33.jpg|400px]]

=== Notes ===
==== Page 30-2 Step 4 ====
* On some plans, the transparent baggage floor F-1022A-L is not showing as outline (it's of gray color). Please check the pdf of the electronic version.<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2023-12-26 at 10.44.48 AM.png|428x428px]]

* See this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/6869599783161062 FB thread] on how to have the floor in and mark at the same time.

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* Consider installing [https://www.airward.com/collections/airward-vans-rv10-kits/products/airward-vans-rv-10-baggage-compartment-access-cover-kit Airward access covers] or [https://store.vansaircraft.com/stall-cover-plate-kit-stall-cover-plate-kit.html Vans 6 x 5 access covers] to be able to reach the step bolts later. This requires drilling the step bolt holes at a 45 degrees angle, so the bolts can come out without touching the baggage floor, see [http://www.goodplaneliving.com/step-access-panels/ Good Plane Living Blog].

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