Originally Posted by
dkparker
Just begining build on my 1/3 Balsa USA Pup and have the wing parts all laid out, But as i looked at the 3/8 dowel parts I had the idea an aluminum tube joiner at the root would be a good idea. Question is (is it needed)
No, it is not needed. Let the wires do their job of holding the airplane together .......... ... why build in unnecessary weight when there is no added value.
My 2 cents worth. I flew the two I had for a combined total of nearly 5 years before I sold them. Properly maintained wires are all that is required.
Cheers,
Art