Ah yes, sled dog, but you were repairing a proper aeroplane when such repairs were normal and applauded and in an era when employees were encouraged to be innovative without fear of being dobbed in it by the second steward. Would not work on modern types now because you would have had to submit your "repair scheme" to EASA for approval. The last time we tried that I think it took 9 months. I know passengers are used to certain delays in their departure but I think even then they would have baulked at 9 months.