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Thanks LGM. I admire your work, but I've got nothing to barter cuz I've never built two of anything. Guess I'll have to do one of my 10 foot paint jobs.
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OK, not much progress lately because of work obligations, but I did get the hatch cut out and framed up. Was much easier than anticipated because the balsa shell with glass on both sides held its shape very well after I cut the hatch out, even without formers. Also glassed the foam nose and canopy, then dissolved out the foam. This bird is in its ugly duckling stage with epoxy filler and discolored balsa - needs primer baaad.
Off to Florida Jets later this week for a day of spectating and shopping. First time for me, so it should be a blast.
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Quick update: Motor mounts in. Fin fillet done. Nose gear mounts in. Fuse fairing under wing done. Mostly piddling stuff left. Standing on gear soon, then ready for primer.
Great job ! I wish I had the talent to do that kind of work , can't wait to see the finished product. What weight glass are you using ? I usually end up using more than is necessary. jef
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Thanks Jef. I'm skinning the flight and control surfaces with .75 oz glass and thinned West epoxy. Miscellaneous other weights of glass and c/f are used in the fuse and structural elements. I know what you mean about using more than necessary. I tend to over build and, even worse, over paint. I'm currently shooting for 20 pounds dry, but I'll be lucky to make that.
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