Monokote help required

[Rob Campbell]

I had problems in the past getting Monokote to stick going around compound curves.  It turned out the problem was oil from my fingers was getting on the wood and adhesive side of the Monokote, preventing adhesion.  My solution was to wear a pair of cheap cotton gloves when applying Monokote.  It works amazingly well.


Rob
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Peter Pennisi 
  To: discussion at nsrca.org 
  Sent: Wednesday, March 17, 2004 9:50 AM
  Subject: Monokote help required


  Hi All,



  I know this subject has been discussed many times.



  I am currently having some big issues using Monokote - primarily white. Question is can this material go off. I cannot seem to get it to stick properly. If I try to use more heat it will start to bubble. Less heat does nothing. 



  My preparation (regarded by my flying buddies is excellent) the wing is one piece and was wiped down with mentholated spirits to get any loose grain to lift.  I have final sanded the wing with 1200, Timber is shinny. 

  An air compressor with water reservoir was used to blow clean the wing. I then vacuumed the wing. I then used a tack cloth to remove final traces of dust and finally I wiped the wing down with a paper towel with a small amount of acetone to clean the timber prior to covering.



  Mates are using other products more successfully with less fuss. Is it me or is Monokote over-rated. Help needed please.



  Regards,



  Peter



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