Making A CF Wing Tube Bigger ???
03-27-2008, 04:54 AM
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Making A CF Wing Tube Bigger ???
I just got a 1.5" CF wing tube for my 1/3 Laser 200. It is a fairly loose fit ( probably OK but I'm concerned ). I am considering coating the wing tube with epoxy finishing resin in order to increase the diameter ever so slightly and then if needed I'll sand it a bit to make it fit. It this a good idea or are their better ones.
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RE: Making A CF Wing Tube Bigger ???
Monokote trim sheets make great shims for wing tubes. It is hard enough to last a while, easy to adjust or remove/replace.
03-28-2008, 10:41 AM
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RE: Making A CF Wing Tube Bigger ???
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Don, take taildraggers advice. Either use monokote, or Ultracote. Usually only takes one or two wraps of the tueb. Plus, it doesn't leave a sticky mess as adhesive tapes will. This residue will cause binding from sticking inside the tube.
Don, take taildraggers advice. Either use monokote, or Ultracote. Usually only takes one or two wraps of the tueb. Plus, it doesn't leave a sticky mess as adhesive tapes will. This residue will cause binding from sticking inside the tube.
