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« Last post by Kamcoman77 on February 05, 2026, 12:39:17 PM »
Clevis pins seem a lot simpler, a lot lighter, and take up less space. A nut is a tight fit in some areas. I'm sure either would work, but I'll be using clevis pins & a thin Delrin washer between hinge halves.
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« Last post by Shay King on February 05, 2026, 10:47:11 AM »
I’m trying to figure out what’s the correct way to connect the tail surface hinges to each other.
Is it better to use clevis pins or 3/16 bolts with Castle nuts?
Should I leave space between the hinge pieces for a washer?
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« Last post by Kamcoman77 on February 02, 2026, 05:36:25 PM »
Thanks for the thoughts. Yes, the extended outlets so the clear tube is outside the wing sounds good. I'll look into the ins and outs of changing my outlets. They are epoxied into the tank, not screwed in. I may have enough fitting left if I cut the 90° piece off. I'll check tomorrow.
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« Last post by Brock on February 02, 2026, 03:28:32 PM »
With the wings installed how much gap is there between them? Reason is, it might be too small for you to see very well through that plexi-window. I like the extension idea as you'll be able to see it looking forward.
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« Last post by Shay King on February 02, 2026, 02:37:00 AM »
Could you extend your sight gauge tubes so that they come through the fabric into the center section?
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« Last post by Shay King on February 02, 2026, 02:29:16 AM »
That’s a good point Brock. The only issue I’ve seen mentioned is ribs bending when the fabric is shrunk.
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« Last post by Kamcoman77 on February 01, 2026, 09:05:41 PM »
That would be a good idea if I had some clear in stock. The cost of a new roll is higher than a small sheet of 0.080" plexiglass at Lowe's ($5). I think the plexiglass will be much more resistant to puncture, too. Thanks for the suggestion.
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« Last post by pappyadkins on February 01, 2026, 08:21:40 PM »
What about something like "MonoKote Clear" We use to cover RC airplanes in this... I found "Ultracote"... I thought about using this to maybe cover the round struts after fitting with foam or lightweight ribs in teardropped shape... https://www.horizonhobby.com/product/ultracote-white/
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« Last post by Kamcoman77 on February 01, 2026, 08:07:05 PM »
What kind of fuel gauge are you guys planning to use? I'm going to try a small, plexiglass window in my root rib so I can see the fuel gauge tubing I have on my homemade tank.
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« Last post by Brock on February 01, 2026, 07:16:06 PM »
I'm don't understand why the lower rib of 4130 would be a benefit since it like 2" from the fuselage mounts. Have there been problems with the aluminum leading edge rudder? Mine is built but not covered, still time to change it.
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