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Old 04-01-2014, 12:09 PM
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The right half is done and the two center fabric hold down straps have been riveted on.
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Old 04-01-2014, 12:15 PM
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Looking real good Robert. Did you leave anymore red dots?
Old 04-01-2014, 05:39 PM
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The sewing has been completed. Next up is the second shrink then pinking tape.
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Old 04-02-2014, 02:49 AM
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Originally Posted by VincentJ
No need to explain about how long it's taking you Robert. I'm sure that I can speak for all of us following this thread that it has been a joy as well as informative following your progress on this build. It will be nice to see it in paint but I'm in no hurry for this journey to end...

Exactly, Robert.

This is a build thread, and an honest one. You post your successes, but also your failures.

I find this thread entertaining, but you are not obligated to entertain us. Keep doing exactly what you are doing. Finish your bird on your schedule.

We'll be here to watch.
Old 04-02-2014, 05:27 AM
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Robert, I am amazed at how fast you get this stuff stitched I don't think I could do it anywhere near as fast and the look is fantastic.
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The pinking tape has been started, the rib tapes have been attached to the top. I will give it 30 minutes to dry some then turn it over and finish them.
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Old 04-02-2014, 08:17 AM
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The tapes have been pulled around and cemented to the bottom. I will give it a half hour then trim the ends and shrink the fronts to form to the wing. Then I will apply the perimeter tape. I have placed another order for painting supplies and another yard of fabric. I have no fabric left for the top wing ailerons. But I can continue on with the Poly brush and Poly spray until that order gets here. There are a few small details I can work out in the mix of getting to the colors.
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Old 04-02-2014, 09:04 AM
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Nice work. Plenty good enough for a real airplane too.
Old 04-02-2014, 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by rs917
Nice work. Plenty good enough for a real airplane too.
It is a real airplane its just not big enough to ride in!
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The perimeter tape has been ironed and glued with the exception of the trailing edge. I am still working on it a bit.
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Old 04-02-2014, 09:57 AM
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I'm still envious at the rate you build Robert!
Old 04-02-2014, 10:30 AM
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I am working on squaring off the center trailing edge, noticed it in a pic last night, and cutting out the hand hold. Then I can add the trailing edge pinking.
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Old 04-02-2014, 10:33 AM
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Robert your eye for details is amazing!
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The hand grip has been cut out, glassed internally, glazed over and drying. Once this glassing cure's, or close enough to remove the covering (tape), I can finish up the perimeter tape.
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Old 04-02-2014, 11:44 AM
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Thanks flyer, I just wish I saw them before I get past them. LOL

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Originally Posted by acerc
Thanks flyer, I just wishI saw them before I get past them. LOL
Trust me my oversights are WAY worse than yours!
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The top wing is done.
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Old 04-02-2014, 04:45 PM
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Bravo ace. And isn't the bottom already done too? Does that mean it's officially paint time?
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Originally Posted by [email protected]
Bravo ace. And isn't the bottom already done too? Does that mean it's officially paint time?
Not quite paint time yet. I have a couple of small items to finish up first. Plan is to get those little tid bits done Monday while doing the house work. If all goes well Monday I should be able to get started with the Poly brush Tuesday.
Old 04-02-2014, 05:08 PM
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I have started the painting in my head though, helps to think it through. There is one item I am seriously dreading and that is all the nuts, bolts, and screws. All but the four bolts holding the stabs on get painted, which means all those others have to be chucked in the drill and spun on some scotchbrite. Some would use self etching primer but it fills the indents to much, I use an airbrush with some metal primer. All that will probably take a day in itself.
Old 04-02-2014, 08:49 PM
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Wow, this plane is going to be awesome Robert! I see a clipped wing cub under the bench. Next build? I had that same kit some years ago and sold it, never did get around to building it. Can't wait to see your Pitts in its colors!

Paul
Old 04-03-2014, 07:01 PM
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Robert Zink primer works well on all the small parts and even the screws, the film is very thin and it sticks better to metal than regular primer, just a thought.

Leroy
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Robert, it looks like you are in the home stretch!
Old 04-05-2014, 02:14 AM
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For me when I build, this is the time that I have to be careful. It's a time that I want the build to get finished and I have to force myself to slow down and keep the quality of the build up. I have admired how Robert's quality of build has maintained itself through the rough patches that he has had. Good luck my friend and enjoy the last leg of this journey...
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Agreed VJ. That's one thing I admire about ace. When he decides he wants something a certain way, he doesn't stop till he has it the way he wants it. Robert, sorry to talk about you like your not even here.lol.

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