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| CA-type hinges can be used on foam control surfaces, but they need a little help to wick the CA deep into the hinge slot. First, install the hinge and make a small pinhole through the control surfaces and the hinge. Wick in drops of CA to ensure complete bonding of the entire hinge. This creates a stronger bond—much better than only wicking in a few drops of CA at the hinge line.
Robert Johnson |
CA-type hinges can be used on foam control surfaces, but they need a little help to wick the CA deep into the hinge slot. First, install the hinge and make a small pinhole through the control surfaces and the hinge. Wick in drops of CA to ensure complete bonding of the entire hinge. This creates a stronger bond—much better than only wicking in a few drops of CA at the hinge line. Robert Johnson Palm...
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