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Door Latch for BALSA usa 1/4 Cub

Old 01-04-2017, 07:38 AM
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Default Door Latch for BALSA usa 1/4 Cub

I am trying to put a door latch on my Cub but can't make up my mind how to do it. I saw one at a flyin buy didn't see how he did it. Can anyone help me? Not just a paperclip.
Old 01-04-2017, 10:05 PM
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i just made an exterior handle on my sig 1/4 scale kit and embedded magnets in the side of the door frame to hold it closed. not fancy but looks decent and works well
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Old 01-06-2017, 09:54 AM
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I am building a BUSA Cub too and don't like the idea of the paper clip either. My think is to do a similar functional design using bent wire left over from 2-56 control rods. I plan to reinforce the balsa around the upper and lower doors with small 1/32 ply doublers. I have a ways to go tho before I get to that point.

Have fun!

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Old 01-06-2017, 01:32 PM
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check out page 19/post #277 of Leroy G on RCGroups Giant Scale forum. full detailed pics of Cub door latch system. scratch built. It will give you a great idea.
Old 01-07-2017, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by RagwingFan
check out page 19/post #277 of Leroy G on RCGroups Giant Scale forum. full detailed pics of Cub door latch system. scratch built. It will give you a great idea.
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