REFLECTOR: Filler cap

[Scott Baker via Reflector]

On 7/17/2014 3:46 PM, Phil Hooper via Reflector wrote:
> I am building an XL RG.  I would like to place the fuel filler caps
> more outboard inside the outer most fuel baffle, between the wheel
> well. This would make fueling a heck of a lot easier. Is there a
> structural issue why the caps need to go where the manual specifies?
>
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Hello Phil,
Structurally, the fuel filler cap can be located anywhere.
Two big factors to consider when locating the filler caps ...
1)    Max fuel - locate cap at highest elevation (along the curvature of 
the strake), and
2)    Safety - consider the potential damage if the fuel cap were to 
come off and enter the fan arc of the propeller
Scott B