HELLO:

First, let me introduce myself. I am shd3920 (formerly tigerdude426). I have changed my screen name because of some major complications in my life (not RCU related I am glad to say) and I am still a big part of RCU.

Now, let's get to the question: I have heard that hairspray can be used as you would Balsarite to hold covering on more securely. Is this true? Is any brand better than another? And how much should I apply to the wood prior to covering?

Thank you

Steve

Tis true. Aqua Net in the blue can is what I use. It is basicly the same a balsarite, but in spray format. Stay away from the sented ones or you will have a bunch of guys hanging around your plane Actually, the sented ones may not do such a good job. The old low tech spray is what you want.

Spray it down, and an hour or so later, do a light sanding and then spray it again. If you balsa has a bad case of whiskers, it may take three applications go get them knocked down.

Don

Hairspray is basically lacquer. Spray lacquer actually works better than some hairsprays that have oils etc for the hair's appearance. Lacquer works well if sprayed lightly. It dries fast for one thing.

The best finishers in the hobby are the CL stunt guys and the Pylon racers from a few years back. I don't ever remember any of them mentioning a preference. That's probably because it really didn't matter. And the ones I knew didn't use hairspray. Nor did I. It cost more and did nothing better (that anyone touted).

the cheap hairspray works best...I've used it ever since I heard about it....I spray lightly, let dry, sand lightly, spray a bit heavier, and cover

I tried it for the 1st time the other day on the plywood bottom of my plane. It worked great. I think it was DaRock that recommended it. Thanks