Re: [RCSE] Silicone hinges

2000-12-17 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Stefan Smets wrote: Anybody ever tried this ? I've done this many times on a wide variety of gliders. It works very well, provides a gapless, smooth surface which is practically indestructible. However, I have found that the mating faces of flying surfaces be sealed and as smooth as

[RCSE] Silicone hinges

2000-10-11 Thread Rcsoar4fun
I have been thinking about using silicon hinges. I have read the article on the Charles River RC site. How many people out there are using silicone hinges and what is the general concessus about them? How is the durability and longevity? Kristopher Harig RCSE-List facilities provided by

Re: [RCSE] Silicone Hinges

1999-08-24 Thread Rich Hollyday
I just recently saw a little article about it with a drawing to help explain, but I can't remember where, of course. Technique is refined to use goop instead of silicone. I have looked but can't find where I saw it. Anyway, you tape the two surfaces together along the hinge line, with top of

Re: [RCSE] Silicone Hinges

1999-08-24 Thread Brian
Try this site I just went there and it still works http://www.rc-soar.com/tech/silicone.htm -- Brian Ford Brisbane Queensland Australia AUS 55723 Visit The MRSSA Web site: Moreton Region Sports Soaring Association Inc http://www.users.bigpond.com/bananaman/ RCSE-List facilities provided by