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Old 01-12-2017, 10:12 PM
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Default Practical experience gained by a mentor

+1 for having a helper. I had very little experience in fiberglass work before I did the layup. A friend which is highly skilled in this field came over and we did it together. Reading, understanding and following the plans is one thing. But practical experience is best achieved with someone who has the expertise on that. Especially for a part like the canopy fairing. I consider my layup session very rewarding and do no more panic when fiberglass comes into play. Thanks to the help and mentorship of my glass buddy.
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Old 01-13-2017, 08:47 PM
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I was fortunate (?) enough to have the experience of my first home built project, a WAR FW-190, when I went into the canopy. First, I was grateful for the progress in epoxy. In the old days the Hexcel system caused me quite an allergic reaction on my hands. Second I knew from experience that you always get a " do over" with fiberglass". Just cut/ grind it out and start over or add on. And you can always slap on a patch and add micro ballon slurry or flock.
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