Aug 14, 2017 · I have used a lot of silk for models since 1963 and never did find the Japanese silk any better than the Habotai silks with one exception... some Esaki color designs were just to …

Apr 2, 2006 · Silk is much lighter than firerglass, some say stronger. Enough silk for plane weighed less than 1/2 oz. Silk can conform around 3-D shapes.After sanding and spackling, …

Apr 16, 2016 · Page 3-Discussion BLHeli_S - Smooth as Silk Multirotor Drone Electronics

Apr 11, 2007 · Nitrate Dope, Thinner, Silk Span Anyone? I am hoping to build and cover my first free flight balsa and tissue model. After some reading it seems Nitrate dope is better than …

Jan 28, 2014 · Silkspan is my standard material for solid surfaces. For my 40 and 60 size airplanes I use the GM weight. I always apply it wet.

Jun 27, 2023 · Most of all, I love that you used silk and dope to finish your "Windward". A time honored tradition, done with old word craftsmanship, that you applied with aplomb! You did all …

Dec 7, 2017 · It's available in many colors, and any continuous length that you may need. It's heavier than silk, but a fraction of the cost. I would estimate that it adds, maybe, a couple …

Nov 18, 2005 · my last balsa and silk control line plane, so this is going to be interesting. I got the pcs. for the horizontal stabilizer and elevators cut today. Will glue tomorrow. I can only work on …

Jul 5, 2022 · Synthetic silkspan covering with iron'able adhesive. Far tougher and puncture resistant than the real silkspan which is a type of paper fiber product.

May 2, 2022 · It was lovingly handled and fondled and manipulated by a fellow club member, a crusty old Chechnian dude who typically only flew nitro. I convinced him to go electric and this …