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    Temporary patch / seal

    Hi:
    I'm new here...

    A guy carelessly parking another plane rubbed a wing tip-tank over my wingtip. It did not "tear" the fabric, but rather abraded it through at the site of most contact. Luckily it was where the fabric was bonded to the metal wingtip - so there is a hole through the fabric, but just down to the shiny aluminium. I have no choice but to keep the plane outdoors for now ( there just are no hangars available ).

    What would be the best material to seal the fabric & aluminium until warmer weather so I can do a proper job? I was thinking clear RTV silicone, clear nail polish, or even epoxy. My wings were covered in the Stits PolyFibre process - the area exposed is smaller than a quarter. ( i know all those will work, but I'm concerned about compatibility with what is already there & the ability to remove it without harm later )

    Thanks

    allen
    Last edited by Tailwheeler Too; 12-05-2016 at 01:23 PM.

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