Easy vacuum-forming
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Vacuum-forming of aircraft model parts such as wheel pants, cowls and canopies is made easier through the use of a gas barbecue grill. Even heat distribution is one of the secrets to successful vacuum-forming and this is done by covering the grill with 1/4-inch-thick sheet metal.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1999
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Fabric-covered aircraft
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Model airplane builders can use plastic films, silkspan and other materials to enhance the finish of their model airplanes. Several tips on how to properly cover and finish model airplanes are presented.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1996
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Something different
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Many remote-controlled model airplane builders want to build reproductions of unusual and lesser-known aircraft. Tips on where to find information on such planes are discussed.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1996
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