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Old 11-20-2005 | 12:48 AM
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Default RE: 2nd Newbie Build- GP Super Skybolt

Build is actually coming along nicely. The manual is very clear and easy to understand. I especially like the fact that the surfaces are sheeted. Helps the film follow the shape of the contours. Here's a summary of the progress so far:

1. Ran a straight edge w. razor blade on both halves of sheeting to be joined

2. Used masking tape to tack both halves together snug.

3. Flipped the sheeting over and ran a bead of medium CA in the gap.

4. Layed both sheet out flat and used a paper towel with acetone to wipe away the glue that ran out of the joint.

5. Attached sheeting to the rudder

6, 7, 8. A little sanding and carving later, I have a rudder and fin.

I'm still a newbie at building. If anyone has a better way of doing this or new ideas please reply (with pictures if possible).
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