![]() |
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. |
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
#1
|
|||
|
|||
![]()
I was reading some information on Fisher Celebrity builders websites
and saw that one builder did not like the idea of glueing the fabric to the ribs as per the plans. The ribs on the Celebrity are very thin and he didn't think there was enough glue area for a satisfactory bond, so he rib stitched. I also recall reading somewhere that the glue area doesn't really affect the strength of the bond between the fabric and wood rib ( which I can't believe ) I know the wing loading of the Celebrity is low compared to some of the more high performance bipes, but if the glue area is such a concern, wouldn't it be OK to just increase the rib capstrip width slightly to give more glueing area? Might only increase the whole airplane weight half a pound. Thoughts? Thanks Neal |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|
![]() |
||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
Any Info on Hipec? No Rib Stitching? | bling bling | Home Built | 5 | November 19th 03 09:24 PM |