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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/13/2008 3:05:59 AM   
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Status: offline 		I thought it would be easier, You may still need to feather with blade putty after you glass, depends on how you go initially

yeah I like the fury too, quietly working away on the tail feathers

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/13/2008 7:13:53 AM   
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Status: offline 		Glued some balsa sheets together for the fill. I will cut them at a length of 6 inches. Pre sand the outboard edge prior to instalation. This will give me a nice taper, so I will not need as much fill. After that I will use some fill, and carry on with the wing work. It should turn out pretty good. When it is all glassed you will never know. I noticed this when I was doing the construction so I ensured any filling would be on the bottom, so it will be not as noticeable

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/13/2008 7:31:02 AM   
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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 4:07:48 AM   
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Status: offline 		Worked on the filler panels for the bottom of the wing. Sanded the edges for a nice long taper. Glued them on and have applied my first layer of filler. When this dries I will apply more filler covering a larger area to reduce the slope angle.

Craig

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 4:39:03 AM   
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Status: offline 		that should work well and be light too

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 7:05:15 AM   
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Status: offline 		Yes Peter, light, and it looks pretty good. I put a second coat on tonight. I used a 6in drywall knife, and it has feathered out nicely. Tomorrow I will give it one more light skim coat and it will be good to go.

Craig.

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 11:45:25 AM   
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Status: offline 		Craig, What kind of filler are you using on the wing. If its the lightweight spackle once fiberglassed it will separate from the wood once it gets hot one time..in the sun... I just can't tell from the pictures...

Your build is looking good . I had a friend that built 4 or 5 of these he really loved the plane...

ty

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 4:12:36 PM   
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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 6:18:49 PM   
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Yes I am using the lightweight spacle. I have never had an issue in the past with this stuff releasing, especially after glassing. Most of it will be sanded down anyhow, after I install it and sand the shape. I figured I would get it all built up before I sand using the fuselage section, as a guide for a good fit.

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 6:38:01 PM   
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Status: offline 		I have always used the regular Dap Vinyl Spackle. I find it goes on easier and sands beautifully to a feather edge. The lightweight spackle seems to have a grainy texture. Once glassed it has never separated. If you have had good luck with the light, by all means use what you are comfortable with. BTW Craig, the Corsair looks awesome, excellent craftsmanship.
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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 6:58:21 PM   
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Status: offline 		Thanks Fred
You are right about the grainy texture. The only issue that I do have with it is that sometimes balls up as you sand. I just take my time as I sand it to a good feathered edge. Never tried the Dap Vinyl Spackle before. Sounds like a good product, may have to check it out.

Craig.

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 7:43:01 PM   
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Status: offline 		I switched to the 2 part spotting buddy on straight balsa or even use the Elmers wood filler... both are light weight and are tougher than the spackle. I have had the spackle release on a curve after being glassed and exposed to heat of a good sunny day....

Anyway its looking great ...Keep up the good work...

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 9:06:11 PM   
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Status: offline 		Hi Craig. Told you I'd get you some pics of the gear door on my Corsair, so here ya go. Hope you can see what I'm talking about by the pictures. I used a Micro air switch and scale cylinders from Bob Violet models. I mounted an air cylinder to each door, when the retracts are retracted, one side contacts the micro air switch which triggers the gear door cylinders to close. It works pretty slick.

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 9:26:02 PM   
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Status: offline 		Thanks for posting those pictures. It gives me some good idea's and options for myself, as well as other viewers. I take it those cylinders pivot when they are in operation. How much clearance do you have with the tires?

Craig.

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RE: Byron Corsair Build - 2/14/2008 9:52:20 PM   
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Status: offline 		No they don't pivot, they are pretty much stationary. They move a small amount but pretty much stay where they are mounted. Those cylinders come in different lengths. If you look at the Bob Violet literature in the first pic you can see the different sizes. Kinda hard to read but its there.

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