[NSRCA-discussion] [SPAM?] Covering

[george w. kennie]

Ron,
This one stymied me for a long time, especially after I saw a 1/3 scale Extra at the Wram Show several years ago with a beautiful sunburst pattern perfectly done. I tried more than once to assemble sheets, even from the back side with Trim Solvent while never feeling like I had achieved a reliable joint.  
My final solution, that allows you to do a pretty good shrink when applying is to do what everyone else is advising regarding the 1/4" overlap ( 5/16" might be even better). Iron this joint together with medium heat from the top and then turn the assembled sheet over. Cut a strip of "Clear" Monokote approx 5/8" wide and center it over the joint and  iron it down with medium heat. You'll need to use the Trim Seal Tool with the flat shoe. At this point the joint will be quite secure, but turn it back over and cuff the top seam lightly with a soft cloth just dampened with Trim Solvent and you're good to go. 
Good Luck,

G.




  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: ron at inweldcorp.com 
  To: NSRCA 
  Sent: Friday, August 01, 2008 4:20 PM
  Subject: [SPAM?] [NSRCA-discussion] Covering


  This question is not about pattern planes but I know one of you guys out there has the answer.  When covering a built up wing (ribs and spars) with Monokote, how do you change colors over an open area?  Do you tack the whole pattern together and then apply it as one sheet?  Or can you iron pieces together on the wing even though there is no balsa to back it up?



  Ron Needham





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