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Old 02-01-2004 | 04:29 PM
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hopkimf
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Default RE: Midwest Super Stearman

I'm continuing the build on the Super Stearman and found a few other things I should have done differently. The wing cap strips are 3/32 x 3/16, I believe. I would go with 1/8 x 1/4. Easier to prevent damage. I've managed to break a half dozen. The instructions call for building the ailerons as part of the wing by slipping a sheet in a slot in the trailing edge of ribs, covering with cap strips, then cutting through the ribs to separate it from the wing. I would change the design to build ailerons stand alone. I have not weighed anything yet, but did notice a caution in the plans about a concern over painting and the resultant weight increase. It still appears too heavy in some spots and too light in others. this is the only Midwest kit I've built. Are they considered good?