The zero lift angle should still be negative, and
decalage is measured by the profiles respective 
zero lift angle, not their bottoms!

For most stabilisator airfoils they are the same,
as flat plate is very common, but flat plate wings
are rare! And even the angle from LE to TE isn't
the zero lift angle, unless the airfoil is 
symmetrical.

I doubt you have the tips at a negative decalage,
but you might. Under high loads many wings twist
and asume a more or less zero-lift angle on the
outer panels, thus reducing maximum lift, thus
prevents wing breakage under load!

Test by fly fast on a slope so you can stand behind
the aircraft and at the same level. IF the wingtips do
bend downward you do have a problem, if not, let it be
for the time being! Could always be adjusted by reheating 
the covering!


Tord,
Sweden

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