Make fiberglass wheel covers
Article Abstract:
Properly scaled disk-type wheel covers can be constructed for commercially available tires in larger model airplanes. Detailed instructions are given for customizing using materials such as fiberglass cloth, resin, plywood, and a heat gun.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1997
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Fiberglass with nitrate dope
Article Abstract:
A step-by-step description is presented of the technique which can be used to apply fiberglass cloth to a model airplane through the use of nitrate dope. The finishing of the model ready for priming is discussed.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2000
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Make a removable canopy
Article Abstract:
A screw-on method can be preferable to permanently gluing the canopy on a model aircraft. It is advisable to use no. 2 button-head screws and the inner yellow rod from a red Nyrod as an insert.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2000
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