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Old 11-19-2003 | 10:03 AM
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Default RE: sheet balsa hinging techniques -how do you do it?
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I use CA hinges and they have worked well for me. I ensure that all surfaces have the square edges removed or beveled. Then I cover them. Take a CA hinge and cut it in half. Next cut the corners off creating a pointed tip on both ends of the CA Hinge. This will help the hinge to slide into the hinge slot. Cut hinge slots with a no. 11 exacto blade. I have hinged surfaces as thin as 1/16" although its tricky. If I have a surface that is 1/16" I normally replace it with one that is 3/32". Have fun.

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