10
Step 7.
Apply a generous amount of epoxy into the other wing
panel cavity.
Note:
You may need to mix up more epoxy to complete the
joining process.
Step 8.
Now apply epoxy to all sides of the exposed wing
joiner and uniformly coat both wing roots with epoxy.
Step 9.
Carefully slide the two wing halves together and firmly
press them together, allowing the excess epoxy to run out. There
should not be any gap in the wing halves. Use rubbing alcohol
and a paper towel to clean up any excess epoxy.
Step 10.
Apply masking tape at the wing joint to hold the wing
halves together securely. Place the wing on a flat surface. With
the center wing panels firmly supported to lay flat on the surface,
the wing tips should be propped up so it is 1
1
/
8
'' from the surface.
Apply more masking tape the center wing joint and recheck the
1
1
/
8
'' measurement. Allow the wing joint to dry overnight.
Note:
It is useful to use wax paper underneath the wing
center while the epoxy is curing. This will help prevent
excess epoxy from adhering to the work surface.
Section 2: Joining the Wing Halves
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