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"Hello Paul.... I have just read your article re the use of resin/glass matrix, and would like to offer a couple of thoughts if I may. I spent a large number of years in aerospace research as well as in practical use of these materials. I have used the water based epoxies that are on the market and find them superior over the usual types. They are very safe, easy to mix, and have no odour. Their working time is longer as well, so there is more time to correct any small mistakes. The second idea is to use a stiff, throw away brush to work the material well into the glass. The reason is that, believe it or not, you want as little as possible of the resin left on the item.....it just adds weight. Whenever I do this work, my resins are first weighed, as well as the glass being used and then application is commenced. The resin is poured on a small amount at a time, and is \""stippled\"" into the glass until it is just wetted. Use the brush to stipple wet puddles that you notice on the surface, and use the stippling brush to spread the resin further, until the coat is even and no puddles are evident. You\'ll be surprised how far the resin can be spread in this way! When finished, weigh the parts. With some very minor mathetics calculate the weight of resin that has remained in the glass. The percentage of the resin/glass matrix should be as close as possible to a ratio of 85% glass, and 15% resin. Because filler primers are much lighter than the resin, it is better to use the the filler rather than the resin to prepare the surface for the paint. Of course curing must be complete before the filling is started. Follow the manufactuer\'s recommendations for this. Sanding should remove everything but the filler that\'s filling the weave. Once the filling is smooth and has filled the weave, I follow up with a sprayed coat of silver as a base for the colours, followed by a white base coat under the main colours. This gives you a richer finish with good depth. I hope that this is easier to read than to write Paul! Best wishes for a Happy New Year, Harry."
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"Paul, I\'ve just stumbled into your site and spent two days exploring it. You\'ve collected and organized a lot of information which I\'ll be digesting for a while. I found the information on tools especially interesting as I\'m considering building my first plane from plans (I\'ve built several kits). Based on your information, I think my first power tool will be a scroll saw. Until I read your tools article and your building tips, I thought a band saw would be most useful. I\'ll also be using your magnet fixture plans. I noticed that you didn\'t include the Harry Higley books in your references, have you criticisms of that series? I\'ve found the \"Mostly Mounting\" and \"Bipes\" books very useful. Thanks for taking the time to develop and publish all this information David Gell Ann Arbor, MI"
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"Paul, I just read the Dave Platt interview. Thanks so much for putting out the effort to make this possible. Some of Dave Platt\'s answers have really made me think about the direction of this fabulous hobby."
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"I like your web site, easy to read, not too technical or rambling, and pretty interesting. It appears that a few people really get a lot out of it. Maybe you could be mentioned in RC Modeler or some other publication. I am not sure that that would accomplish much, but it would still be pretty neat."
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Name: rfw1953
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Wow! Great site. Very good information that is so helpful. Added bookmark for future reference. Thanks. Roger
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Name: Harry Barr
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"Wonderfully done Paul. I did some RR\'ing (HO Scale), and the part that I found most satisfying was the scenery and buildings. Dioramas were a challenge, and I seemed to have a good eye, (or good luck) at doing this part. Alas, now in an apartment I don\'t have the space. Keep it up. I\'m hoping to see the next dispalys(s). Harry."
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"I found your website after Clarence Lee noted it in RCM and I find it to be an excellent resource. The magnet building method appeals to me greatly. I live in Australia and believe I am going to find problems sourcing the magnets but I think it will be worthwhile. In general I think the site is well thought out, well constructed and really has true content. All praise for your work."
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Name: David DeLuca
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Well done! I wish I had read some of this a few years ago when I got back into the hobby.
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"I just discovered your site a few days ago while looking for fiberglassing tips and have been back evey day since. Very well put together with lots of information. I just read the skill and traits section and would have to agree with everything there. I work in the aerospace industry as an electrical engineer working with about fifteen other degreed engineers, electrical and mechanical and I believe we all have the same traits. I am the only one in the group without a degree and regularly stump most of them. I learned almost all I know from modeling which I started when I was a child and has gotten me where I am now. Anyway keep up the good work here, great site."
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Name: Hill202
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Very impressive site. Thank you for the info
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