TomCrump

Chances are, when using epoxy over epoxy, there wouldn't be an issue. I found out the hard way, when using polycryllic. LOL

I'm talking to a friend, on Skype, right now. He has a Bravo kit for sale. $375.00 shipped. Anyone can contact me for his information, if interested.

CK1

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Vince , Man your glssing is looking great . I have been using that same technique for about 15 years and I have never had any issues of delamination from the wood . The 1:1 resin mix with denatured alcohol really soaks in and does not puddle like other methods . I would recommend waiting at least one week for a complete cure before priming . I have had issues with the primer blistering if you try to rush into priming too soon. The blistering does seem to be a bigger issue when using water borne but is still an issue with solvent based products too. I would hate to see the beautiful work you've done have paint issues due to rushing .
Looking great

VincentJ

Thanks CK1! It's nice to get input from followers of this thread such as Tom and yourself cautioning about the potential problems that I could have had. I never even considered the potential problem associated with spraying primer on too soon. I did call Z-Poxy (1-800-538-3091) and asked them about how long I needed to wait before priming, and the response that I got from their Technical Assistance Department was this; "Z-Poxy Finishing Resin will be fully cured after 24 hours, and that any type of paint may be applied after that time." I think though, that I will err on the side of caution and wait a few more days as you both had suggested...

Again, my sincere thanks for the heads up!

TomCrump

I figure, If you can smell it, it ain't cured. LOL

VincentJ

Here's what the second coat looks like...no need for a third coat.

CK1

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It's almost a crime to cover that with paint .

VincentJ

Tony Hallo

Just a few thoughts, it takes longer for thinned epoxy to cure, I would wait a few days before sanding so the paper doesn't clog. By this time you will be ready for paint

VincentJ

That's exactly what I'm going to do Tony. I have the bottom half of the wing yet to apply a second coat, then I'll sand the entire wing in one shot after the resin has had enough time to cure...

VincentJ

The bottom half of the wing has now been completed! The pilot as well as the canopy are also done. I'll post some pics this evening.

FlyerInOKC

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I'm curious to see how much sanding it will need after priming. It looks so smooth now!

VincentJ

Here's what she looks like at the moment...

Wing is safely stored while the resin finishes curing. The combination of screws and glue are securing this canopy onto the fuselage. Last photo shows which product I used to glue the canopy on. Good product, I highly recommend it!

I had forgot to mention that the stock pilot bust was a bit too tall to fit inside the canopy without his head making contact, so I tortured the poor guy by placing him on the belt sander and removed about 1/8" from the bottom. I'm happy to report that the surgery was a success and the pilot is now resting comfortably...

TomCrump

The pilot looks good, Vincent, as does the canopy installation.

VincentJ

Thanks Tom. Using screws to fasten the canopy into position made installation a snap. No tape was needed to secure the canopy down. The glue was just added insurance!

FlyerInOKC

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The screws do add a nice detail to the canopy. I keep the 560 Canopy glue on had too. I have noticed over time it does thicken but adding a bit of water and giving it a hard shaking seems to make it as good as new. You don't use a lot so it seems to last forever.

VincentJ

Thanks for the tip on the Canopy Glue Mike. I think I tossed my last bottle, didn't think I could rejuvenate it by adding water.

TomCrump

I use canopy glue for other things, like hinge installation. It isn't around long enough to go bad. LOL

FlyerInOKC

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Are you talking about the glue in the bottle or the glue holding the hinges?

TomCrump

My canopy glue doesn't sit around for very long. I use it up quickly.

FlyerInOKC

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I knew that but I couldn't resist pulling your leg a bit.

VincentJ

The wing has been sanded (minus the flaps and ailerons), I'll try to get some primer on it tomorrow. I also epoxied the two wing dowels into place. Sanding went well, no surprises. I started with 150 grit which knocked off any sags and dust spots in the resin, then changed over to 220. (Inquiring minds want to know!)

I also ordered all my vinyl graphics today!!!

VincentJ

In case you've been wondering what's going on with my Bravo... It's been very muggy (and rainy) here the past two days, but I did get around to priming the wing and I even applied a bit of glazing putty on the areas that needed to fill pin holes.

Today I spent most of the day removing all of the florescent lighting in my shop and replacing them with recessed LED lighting. No more dinging the wing on those low hanging lights. I've been meaning to do it when I remodeled my workshop, but I never got around to it. I'll be sure to post a few pics later on...

FlyerInOKC

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LED lighting is the way to go, I have almost everything converted to LED now. Even my new refrigerator has LED lighting.

VincentJ

Same here Mike, I've noticed a drop in my electric bill as well!!!

FlyerInOKC

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Every little bit helps!