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04-23-2013 | 10:07 AM

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RE: Question on Wing build

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ORIGINAL: LonnieMcc

Hey guys,

I am currently building a Balsa USA Fokker DVII 1/4 scale. I have all four of the outer panels completed as well as the lower center section.

Basically now I am at the point of joining them. But I have a question as to how they suggest doing this.

In the manual it says that once everything is lined up to use thin and think CA. Wouldn't it be better to use epoxy??

I only ask because I have not used this method of joining wing panels.

Also, would it be a good idea to fiberglass the entire center section?

Let me suggest Gorilla glue. It will fill the imperfections in the joint. Then a layer of 3 ounce glass over each joint. I usually install the glass on bias because it is 40% stronger that way and stiffer, but either way it will be fine.

Either 1 coat laminating epoxy for the glassing or 2 coats clear epoxy paint work fine.

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