CA hinges installation

[Chris Larson]

Xavier-
I have used a crayon from my sons toy box, sharpened, and drawn along the hinge line.  This not only serves as an alignment point, but also as a release agent for the glue.  I guess I should also note I haven't used that method on most of my planes ( just wicked in CA at the hinge line, let dry, and flex vigorously back and forth ) with great results too.  You shouldn't worry too much about making the hinge stiff - just be sure you are using THIN CA!! :-)
Chris Larson
NSRCA 3484
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Anne & Xavier 
  To: discussion at nsrca.org 
  Sent: Monday, February 10, 2003 7:56 PM
  Subject: CA hinges installation


  Hi guys,

  I am about to install the CA hinges (fiberglass) on two of my winter projects and I would appreciate any recommandations on the proper procedure to do it. I have the tight slots done. I am worrying about the glue making the hinge stiff. How do I ensure the glue doesn't go in the flexing area ?

  Note that these are 2 sport planes that I am using to improve my building skills before moving on to pattern plane building next year. I have been flying second hand pattern planes.

  Thanks

  Xavier
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