ORIGINAL: rik756

There are really 2-3 basic kinds that are most popular; CA Hinges, Hinge Points and Pinned Hinges.

I personally prefer Robart Hinge Points. They come in three different sizes based on the size of your application. I've never had a CA hinge fail, but then none of my planes have ever been more than a few years old. All of my .40 size planes have nothing but CA hinges and I've never had a problem. On planes .60 and over I would go with the hinge points. A Stinger .60 I just built has Robart hinge points in the ailerons since they are pretty long, but I still used ca hinges on the rudder and elevator. I personally wouldnt use pinned hinges. If you do ca hinges right, I feel they are safe. The robarts give added strength and longevity, but make sure you install them correctly. If you use the hinge points, I would also recommend you get the drill guide to make sure you get them straight.

For your OMP, CA Hinges would probably be fine though (IMHO).


[link=http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXK110&P=7]CA HINges[/link]

[link=http://horizon.hobbyshopnow.com/products/description.asp?prod=SOT125]Gapped CA Hinges[/link] (the gap lets more ca wick into the wood, but some feel they are more likely to fail - I don't know)

[link=http://horizon.hobbyshopnow.com/products/description.asp?prod=DUB117]Pinned Hinges[/link]

[link=http://horizon.hobbyshopnow.com/products/description.asp?prod=ROB305]Hinge Points[/link]

Just in case you decise to go with the Robarts, take a look [link=http://www.airfieldmodels.com/information_source/how_to/construction/hinge_points/index.htm#technique_1]HERE[/link] for some installation info.

[link=http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/rob/rob319.htm]Drill Guide[/link] You can find these at your LHS for about $10.

Good Luck
Rick