Thanks MA,

I've covered several planes (Kadet Senior & SSE) using panels. Like you I use the trim iron for the seams. Seems that the when the big iron is used there's too much drag and it pulls the pieces out of alignment a bit. On straight seams I lay down straight edges on either side of the seam exposing maybe 1/2 inch. I can run the iron down the center pretty freely without pulling on either of the pieces. I will check out the idea of using plastic for the template / alignment tool. So far I've stumbled through using paper products.

So much to learn ...

When I finish my current build (4Star60) I will start on the Hog Bipe ...

Keep up the great work.