7GC Wing Installation Suggestions- Thx in advance

[CMckissick]

Hello All,
So the 7GC that I purchased that had been stored in a residential garage for 26 years is running!!!!, pulled a cylinder and inspected the cam, crank and all looked good with zero rust or corrosion and after installing a new battery and hooking up a clean source of gravity fed fuel she started on the very first push of the starter button.
Next the A&P will be preparing the fuselage for the wing installation but iIwanted to ask what suggestions everyone might have for preparing the wings for installation and how they can easily be placed next to the aircraft with limited hands......Thanks for any suggestions!!!

If I could attach the videos of the running engine I would!!!

 

[Desert7GCBC]

I've had my wings off three times. It's gonna take two sets of hands at a minimum. It's always best to think about what could possibly go wrong with the procedure before diving into it.

You'll need some way to support the wing tip for an extended length of time. In a hangar, you can put a strap around the wing tip and hang it from the overhead. This gives the ability to move it up or down to hook up the struts. Supporting it with a a 6' stepladder with a cardboard box spacer and a foam pad can be handy, too but somewhat precarious.

 

[Bob Turner]

I simply will not participate in wing removal or installation unless the supervisor agrees to use nails or small screwdrivers.

Do not make your friends hold a wing while you drive bolts in or out.

i like to have four sets of hands. Takes about 20 minutes for both wings. All you do is line up the wings, struts, and nails.

When you do get around to putting bolts in, budget about two hours. And get the correct bolts. Difficult ones are the aft lift strut and both inboard spar bolts. Cubs are lots easier.