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Old 8 April 2006, 05:43 AM   #998 (permalink)
JohnReid
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Smile R/H lower wing panel finished.

The R/H lower wing panel is finished.Everything turned out OK considering what it is supposed to represent,a basketcase airplane with a damaged wing.
The fabric is loose and crinkley which would give most RCers a good laugh but you know it actually looks like an overstessed wing that was the result of a prang.This was more luck than planning on my part.If I ever do a wing capable of flying I certainly will have to brushup on my lack of technique.
The wing tip is torn off and the fabric and wood has been left jagged and even has a few grass stains..I painted and weathered it the same as the fuselage.My research shows no insignia of any type on the wings of a Canadian airplane.(if anyone has differing info on this please advise)
I went to the dressmakers shop where I found some great material for taping the wings.The weave was a little pronounced so I put on a few coats of laquer to blend them in.All in all I think it looks pretty convincing and I am generally happy with the result.Maybe its time for another round of pictures to give you guys(and gals) an idea of where I am now.
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