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pilot1022
 Post subject: Glider wing spars
PostPosted: Thu Jul 08, 2010 12:33 pm 
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Today I cut the wing spars 8 needed and 12 wing struts from Sitka Spruce, 9 foot length. The next step will to cut to size and shape the spars, and struts. I love it when a plan comes together. :D :D
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Man those are long and slinder. Any chance of wrappage before you're done? :shock:

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Frank, The wood is pretty dry, if it does I think it will bend to fit, I can only try. :D

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Well I finished cutting and shaping the wing spars tomorrow I will start the top wing assembly, and YES I will take photos. :D :D

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Opps, I hope I didn't Jinx ya. :shock:

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Nope, turn out well, :D

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