[NSRCA-discussion] Carbon wing tube question

[Bill Glaze]

I learned this trick from John Ferrell.  Works like a champ.  PVC (schedule 
40) seems to hold a 4-40 thread forever.  Bill Glaze
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> John
> I use pvc pipe. Cut a 1/2 inch piece that is just bigger than the tube, 
> then
> cut a slot lengthwise so it will compress and push it into the end of the
> pipe. Align with hole in the wing and drill and tap for 4-40.Done
> If the tapped hole wears out just rotate the pvc and redrill and tap 
> again.
>
> Jim Ivey
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> From: "John Pavlick" <jpavlick at idseng.com>
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>
>> Guys,
>>  I'm fitting a new carbon wing tube into my Focus to replace the original
>> aluminum one. Just wondering the best way to set up the threaded holes in
>> the ends. I've seen nylon inserts, hardwood, all kinds of stuff. I'll
>> probably just go with hardwood inserts because that's what I have on hand
>> unless I hear of a better way (suggestions please). How should I align 
>> the
>> grain in relation to the threaded holes if I use the wood inserts?
>>
>> John Pavlick
>> http://www.idseng.com
>>
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