Stearman:Tissue on !

[jack lee]

Well the tissue is on without any major wrinkles(In my opinion anyway)




















I need more advice on how to align the upper and lower wings and struts and glue them in place...anyone?

[cliffm]

When I assembled mine using Elmers first I laid the top wing bottom side up and glued the outside struts in an aproximate position as to angle and such letting them dry where they were still movable, put glue in the bottom wing slots, then I put the wing in position adjusting apropiately,let it dry completely, adding the center bracing and strings later. As I remember I taped the wheels to the board and used some old paint bottles to keep the wing in place while it dried. I guess a tall water glass or a 16oz. beer would be tall enough. You just need one on each end to keep the wing centered.If your struts are fit right it should be no problem. Have fun. Oh, your covering looks excellent.

[jack lee]

Thanks Cliff.
Although it will take a while at my slow pace, I'll post photos as I go. A couple of 16 oz beers may help..(smile)