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Re: Surface finishing

Subject: Re: Surface finishing
From: Fred Fillinger <fillinger@ameritech.net>
Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2001 16:34:44
Fwg came to me, but not yet to the list.  So here's more thoughts on
Steve's inquiry (and from a good source).

Reg.,
Fred F.

[from Kim Prout]:

> Hope Steve gets this..
> be very careful using the black plastic technique as the rate of rise can be
> excessive and you can distort the composites. You really need to control the
> oven environment. The wings are already post cured in the
> manufacturing/molding process but the control surfaces need curing and
> actually it is a good idea to cure the Smooth Prime as there is  a slight
> amount of shrinkage (noticed after a couple months sanded smooth for finish
> without post cure). I would cure the 3 layers of smooth prime after sanding
> but allow for 1 final coat prior to finish painting to ensure best
> cleanliness and key. Hope this helps!
> kp


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