After measureing MANY times, layout, and check MANY times, I cut the base Oratex Sky Blue pattern for the starboard side. I have a buddy coming by in the morning as a needed extra set of hands to help position the 108" x 38" sheet on the airframe as I locate the glue lines for installation.
Once the markup is done I'll use the piece as a pattern for cutting the port side sheet.
After covering the airframe I'll re-mount the Polini and try starting her up.
Progress with a 5-day warm forecast.
Cut 108" x 38" fuselage stb side Oratex
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Re: Cut 108" x 38" fuselage stb side Oratex
Very nice. The extra hands should be nice. I was solo, so a lot of masking tape came into play, along with some small plastic clamps. I also went a bit wide on the glue on the fabric, just to make sure it hit the mark.