The vertical fin size was increased slightly and a digital
camera mounted at the top of the vertical fin. The existing rudder was
reused. The Com 1 antenna was bonded to the leading edge of the fin.
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Measurments of vertical fin size. |
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Ribs and 2" foam glued in place |
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One side of foam was shaped and micro applied. The surface was then fiberglassed. |
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Foil tape was aplied to the leading edge on top of the fiberglass. |
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The other side is then sanded to shape and microed and fiberglassed |
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Gap strips are epoxied to the trailing edge and foam glued to the open sections. When the foam is glued, the foam is shaped and fiberglassed. |
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Vertical fin ready for final finishing. |
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