stearman65

Sanded the top of the leading edge to match the rib contours, tried a length of sheet in position. For some reason I didn't need the penny pinching TF added balsa sliver to extend the sheet? Glued the inside edge of the sheet to the forward spar with aliphatic, held it down with a combo of clamps with a piece of bass wood to protect the sheet & spread the load. Gave this a good 4 hours to set, then applied the same glue to the ribs & leading edge. Didn't need to wet the sheet, then bent it into position using masking tape to hold it down. Left it to dry for today.