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Old 03-06-2023, 08:39 AM
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Does Oratex require a covering adhesive (Stix it, Cover Grip, etc.) like Solartex did or will it iron on to balsa without any sticking issues?
Old 03-06-2023, 09:16 AM
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It irons on directly
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Thank you! Have you had any problems with it sticking to itself? What do you recommend for a overlap?
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I used it on a BUSA Nieuport 17 that I built about a year ago. Although it has not been flown much, I have seen no problems with the covering. Overlaps were probably about 1/4" on the fuselage longerons. It was also used on a group build by the club of a giant Telemaster. As far as I know it has held up OK.
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Thank you, good to know!

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