Tanks and fabric questions

[HighWing]

This might sound a little you know what, but to make the whole thing visibly consistent I cut short - one inch - lengths of rib lacing cord and glued them to the false rib capstrip at the right locations to mimic rib lacing. But that's just me.

[jrevens]

This might sound a little you know what, but to make the whole thing visibly consistent I cut short - one inch - lengths of rib lacing cord and glued them to the false rib capstrip at the right locations to mimic rib lacing. But that's just me.

I know of at least one other builder who did the same thing, & I respect & admire attention to detail like that. Thanks again, Lowell!

[desertfox1]

Bill and I installed the leading edge on the wings for my newest
SS this past weekend. Fortunately the tanks were about level
with the ribs. Will need to use some Superfil to fair every thing
out before cover.

Phil

[Esser]

Phil, Are the scallops on the leading edge for aesthetic reasons? Or do they have a purpose?

[desertfox1]

Mostly aesthetic I suppose, but I think it makes a better transition
for the fabric. Incidently, cutting the scallops took Bill about an
hour or so, maybe 20 minutes longer than a straight line. We use
the Harbor Freight tool, hold the part against something solid (1x4)
otherwise everything vibrates and it doesnt cut. Real advantage
of this tool is lack of clouds of glass dust.

Phil

[jrevens]

That's what I love about this forum, & this group... there's usually always someone who's willing to jump right in & take the time to answer a question to help a fellow builder. Thanks to all who responded to my question!