The pot time of all epoxy products is 95% of what you'd prefer for
construction of a vehicle carrying your carcass at altitude. :)
The big jobs are the challenge, cockpit module and fuselage top.
Those are 2-person jobs, don't dawdle, and you need to pre-weigh
smaller quantities in advance to be mixed as you go. Buttering both
mating surfaces in thinner coats is insurance there will be a better
bond if the stuff starts to gel.
I didn't do XS wings, but I'd say it's a good job for training your
future helper on the big ones. Usual cost is a beer or a burger
(unless spouse, but if her plane, I expect her to fetch the brew).
Regards,
Fred F., A063
> Just about to Araldite top wing skin on. Can some one reassure me in use of
> Araldite 420.
> 1. Do you need to warm it up before mixing to get it more fluid?
> 2. How long is the working time?
> 3. Any other tips?
>
> Thanks, Dave Park
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