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Old 02-18-2006 | 06:24 AM
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rnrdoc
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Default COving/Finish on a Kit Build

Good morning everyone...

Moving ahead with my SBD Dauntless build. Waiting to complete the lower wing section and complete the Retract instillation. I am using the Spring Airs and have to hook the whole system up to get the to Close.

So I have moved onto the fuselage.

Since I plane ahead, and like to have as many of my materials at hand, I am thinking now about the covering. I was originally planing to Epoxy Resin and Fiberglass the plane. I then read about using Minwax PolyC and it seems ALOT easier. I also bough from Tower Hobbies the Dave Brown Skyloft, which is a Nylon Substitute for the Fiberglass. Has anyone worked with it?? reviews?

My question today is, do I need to use a sander sealer on the wood first prior to applying the PolyC?
I had read that using a Cellulose Sanding Sealer would be a good thing. Is this true? I have only found it available via Mail Order and made by a company called MYLANDS. I have not been able to find it in Home Depot.. I have not checked Lowes, but probably would be the same result. Shouldnt 1-2 coats of the PolyC applies first then putting the Skyloft work the same???

Any and all advise and help are appreciated.

Thank You in advance...

Gary...