Moisture will also settle around fittings and migrate into areas where it
really should not be. I think it is always better practice not to leave a
ship outside. Wider temp swings, etc...

Paul
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From: "Glider Pilot Network"
To: "Paul Gaines"
Sent: Tuesday, December 23, 2003 9:40 AM
Subject: [r.a.s] Refinishing: Who has tried a shortcut?-U out there JJ?


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Newsgroup: rec.aviation.soaring
Subject: Refinishing: Who has tried a shortcut?-U out there JJ?
Author: Andy Durbin
Date/Time: 14:30 23 December 2003
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Paul Gaines wrote in message news:...


Dry out your ship, slick it up, use WX block system once, preferably
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twice a year, NEVER tie it out, and store it in your trailer inside a
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basement or hanger, etc..

P. Gaines


Why *NEVER tie it out*. Is your concern UV, moisture, or something
else? My ship is based in Phoenix, AZ where the humidity is usually
very low. Most of my fellow club pilots tie down for the duration of
a contest.

When I go to New Mexico or Texas I see dew on the wings in the
morning. Why should I be concerned about a little moisture on the
wings if I put 30 gallons inside them for 6 or more hours each contest
day?


Andy (GY)

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