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    Spring return on spoilers

    Can anyone comment on the reliability of having a spoiler actuated by cable with a return spring? This was used on the Maupin Woodstock and on other homebuilt sailplanes. I have concerns about...
  2. Thread: Vg position

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    Vg position

    Have a perplexing VG issue. I have been testing VGs on my Kitfox 7. I have posted my tests on the Kitfox forums but am throwing it out here.Here are my findings:At 4" back from LE.Clean stall reduced...
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    The local lumber yard can only order exterior...

    The local lumber yard can only order exterior grade A1. Nobody locally seems able to get anything better than marine grade AB.
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    Don't get me wrong. I am a proponent of building...

    Don't get me wrong. I am a proponent of building something that you can fly without a shadow of a doubt of its integrity. My Kitfox revealed to me I am a bit OCD. I wouldn't be comfortable flying...
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    I agree that AA Doug Fir is the best option but...

    I agree that AA Doug Fir is the best option but aside from Aircraft Spruce (and shipping expense for large quantities), I have been unable to find AA in the Portland area. Multiple sources of AB but...
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    A1 vs AA grade plywood

    I found a local source of A1 grade DF ply. Does anyone know how it compares to AA grade plywood and has A1 been used for ribs?
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    Deburring 4130 sheet

    Looking for best method to smooth edge of 4130 sheet where it has been sheared? Does scotch-brite wheel work on 4130 very well?
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    For ribs. 1/4" thick on a sailplane.

    For ribs. 1/4" thick on a sailplane.
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    A/B DF marine plywood

    Having trouble finding AA marine doug fir ply locally and want to avoid selling organs to pay for wood shipping costs through the project. About the best I can find in the Portland area is A/B marine...
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    Heat treating 4130 and deformation

    I need to make .125 x 4130 straps for a spar connection. I am looking for information on the deformation of 4130 after being heat treated to 125000psi. If the part were drilled before treating, would...
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    BJ-1B Duster notes?

    Anyone have any build notes for the BJ-1B Duster around? Looking for some that perhaps Thor wrote to go along with the plans.

    Thanks,
    Wade
  12. Thread: Plywood question

    by wadeg
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    Plywood question

    I've been browsing local plywood shops in the hopes of finding a local supply in Portland, Oregon.Regarding 1/4" for ribs on a Maupin Woodstock sailplane, Douglas Fir was called for. Here are my...
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    Woodstock Builder's Thread

    With some building Maupin Woodstocks, some pondering it, and some on the verge of starting, I thought I would start up a thread dedicated to building the bird. Let's make some sawdust!
    I finished...
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    BJ-1B Duster glider

    I have plans for the Woodstock but am interested in also getting ahold of some Duster plans to check out/compare. Anyone know of the availability of some Duster plans out there? Anyone know of the...
  15. Thread: Maupin Woodstock

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    I am curious to hear from Woodstock flyers what...

    I am curious to hear from Woodstock flyers what they know about the durability of the spar/wing. According to NTSB, I see 2 fatals involving the Woodstock and they were caused by wing failure. One...
  16. Thread: Maupin Woodstock

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    Maupin Woodstock

    I am getting ahold of some Woodstock plans for the 13m version. Does anyone have any additional helpful info such as the build notes or your own documentation/photos? I'll pay for copies and the...
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