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Aero-Werkes AW 11601 - Hannover CL IIIa by edtherenderman. Viewed 383 times.
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edtherenderman13-Apr-20 09:26
I’ve also covered and doped the wings, ailerons, rudder, upper and lower elevators and upper horizontal stabilizer. Using EZ-Dope, I found that a 2:1 Dope to Water mixture worked best for applying and sealing the tissue. Thin enough to apply and work without globs, but thick enough to stick the tissue and fill in the pores. It still took between five and seven coats to get them completely sealed though.
Don C13-Apr-20 10:56
Nice work. What do you think of that EZ-Dope? I tried it once, but it dried too quickly to stick the silkspan. It sure would be easier on the lungs.
edtherenderman13-Apr-20 11:34
I like it a lot, primarily because of the lack of fumes! The 2:1 mix seems like a good solution. Doesn't dry too quickly. I also dampen the tissue before applying it, so that adds yet more moisture. I also cover the wings in four pieces per side (two on top, two on the bottom), so I'm working a smaller area. I have to admit it doesn't work as well as the older acetate dopes, but I'm willing to deal with it because of the lack of smell.
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