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    Default Flaperon riveting

    I am riveting the trailing edge of the flaperons on my model 4. The manual said to use 3/16 X 1/8 pop rivets. What rivets are most builders using, pop or solid rivets for better looks.

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    Default Re: Flaperon riveting

    We used solid "flush" rivets and put them in every 4"

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    Default Re: Flaperon riveting

    Solid and flush for me
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    Default Re: Flaperon riveting

    I used pop rivits originally. Did not like the looks so I drilled them out and used solid rivits. I guess its just personal preferences.
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    Default Re: Flaperon riveting

    Thanks alot for all the input! I will use solid rivets also. Thanks again guys!

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