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Old 6 July 2004, 08:13 AM   #1 (permalink)
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I want to start using monofilament for bracing wires on both 1/48 and 1/72 planes. What sizes should i get, ie what diameter quilting thread or lb. test line? Thanks
 
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I use about 5-8 mil. This seems typical for invisible sewing thread.

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