ORIGINAL: laix1234
Hmmm, I may need to eat my words... I don't know how you could tell just looking at that bad photo I took, but upon further sanding and close peering, it looks like there IS a layer of fiberglass over the wood. I think. Anyone have any suggestions on how to procede?
Just continue with the build.
The weight will not be a problem, as I said above, just ensure your keep a bit of speed on during landing.
The wing has possibly been covered in Skinning cloth and finishing resin. This is a very good method and gives the model a certain amount of 'ding' proofness. I don't mean it will bounce, but a screwdriver slipping will be less likely to go through the wing.
If you want flaps then go ahead and fit them but you don't need them.
When you get to the painting stage give the entire airframe a good degreesing, and paint her.
Be very careful about battery positiion as the nose on a spit is very short and they do tend to be tail heavy. I suggest you try and check the ballance as you go along to help position the radio kit.
PS.
I had a few spits, believe me, the camoflage works very well, they are hard to see in the air.
Choose your colours carefully.