Vintage airplane aug 2008 free download as pdf file. The ceconite manual outlines the proper method of repairing fabric. Also, much cheaper than silk and comes in any length you want. Early aircraft used organic materials such as cotton and cellulose nitrate dope. Nitrate dope protected the fabric, adhered to it well, and tautened it over the. Heat shrinks and takes various finishes, dope, polytone, etc. Title 14 of the code of federal regulations part 43, section. Includes bibliographical references pages 140147 item 424. There are a variety of approved materials used in aircraft fabric covering and repair processes. The contraction caused by applying a dope to a fabric panel, and that. The fabric dope was tinted a light brown to give it that vintage look. We are more than happy to purchase a copy if you have one in your organisat ion and please contact me with a return mail, so i could organise necessary arrangements asap. Dope has been applied to various aircraft fabrics, including madapollam, but also. We have premade kits for most aircraft using the polyfiber system.
Repairing ceconite fabric by ron alexander aircraft. We will briefly discuss repair techniques for butyrate dope that has been topcoated using a polyurethane enamel. The uc78 is a fabric covered, wood winged, twin engine trainer and transport used in all theaters of world war ii. For repairs to ceconite fabric coated with polyurethane systems you should refer to the particular covering manual for the system you are using. The cessna uc78 was known by many namesdesignations.
Aircraft dope is a plasticised lacquer that is applied to fabriccovered aircraft it tightens and. The cadets would come out on saturdays and spend time under the guidance of aircraft mechanics learning how t o. Sep 09, 1986 the wrinkles may then be worked out and the fabric carefully positioned before brushing straight mek or dope thinner onto the edges of the fabric where it contacts the structure. Spencer aircraft makes covering your fabric aircraft super easy. Also, certain technical service orders tsos apply to fabric. Colonel cooper later began applying nitrate dope to polyester fabric for the initial. Understanding fabrics page 3 of 25 another aspect of woven fabric is the selvageselvageselvage. At17, t50, bobcat, twin breasted cub, useless 78, and bamboo bomber. Mar 03, 1988 the t50 uc78 was known as the crane in canadian service and affectionately referred to as the bamboo bomber in the u. It was a time when all one needed to fly were guts, a little money and touch of insanity. Syllabus of examination aircraft maintenance engineer licences. If the airplane is to be used in salt water areas, the tubing can be specially treated prior to applying the dope, and the interior of the metal tubing coated with linseed oil to prevent internal corrosion. Fill will have a fraction of the service life of fabric coated with randofill.
Consolidated aircraft coatings is the manufacturer of polyfiber, randolph, star gloss, and ceconite products. Vintage airplane jul 1991 free download as pdf file. I have been lucky to be part of this growth and i hope i have contributed to it. The only other faa approved choice for use on ceconite fabric is our ranthane polyurethane. Vintage airplane aug 1993 free download as pdf file.
Please rest assured your credit cards will not be charged until the order is shipped. Cessna army models at17 series and uc78 series navy. Va vol 19 no 7 july 1991 eaa vintage members only manualzz. In order for the items to legally be used, the faa must approve the fabric, tapes. Aircraft covered with fabric have been in existence since the very beginning of flight. A simple charcoalfiltered respirator is sufficient to protect your lungs. A viators were still considered daring fanatics who flew wood and fabric coffins. Fabric shavers jewelry cleaning machines mens clothing tie holders ultrasonic cleaning equipment watches womens clothing other top brands alcatel casio garmin hama hotpoint huawei indesit lg nxp omega philips sencor sony uniden whirlpool other.
Its in plain language and has a sense of humor all its own. Recovering existing fabric aircraft is an accepted maintenance. Vintage airplane mar 1988 free download as pdf file. A third coat of dope proof lacquer is sprayed on the fuselage members wherever fabric comes in contact with the structure. View and download datsun 1977 280z service manual online.
Official guide to the army air forces free ebook download as pdf file. Univair aircraft corporation 2500 himalaya road aurora, colorado 80011 toll free sales. The method of repair on an aircraft surface is dependent upon the size of the damaged area. Covering with dope by ron alexander aircraft spruce. Butyrate dope surfaces are fairly easy to repair as you will discover. A repair manual store jcb manual,tractor manual, service repair manual,workshop manual. Dye fixing agents are not required to fix this category of dye. Randolph colored butyrate dope is faa approved as topcoat paint used over ceconite. These dyes are easy to apply and can be applied directly on the fabric, without any pretreatment. The conservation of dopedfabric aircraft at the science. If you follow the manual you can install fabric and coatings on your airplane that will not. Configuration 2 type panels diagram is not to scale, and values are dimensions in mm. An all metal except for fabric covered tail feathers, low wing, fixed gear single placer, the z50 is powered by a six cylinder lycoming cranking out 260 hp.
Describe the main finishing problems that can occur when using dope, including. Topic 4 inspection and testing requirements of existing fabric coverings and new fabric. Currently we are operating 34 aero commander aircrafts on our fleet, and we are trying to get hold of a copy of structural repair manual srm for a 6 90, 680 or 500s series. Full inverted fuel and oil systems are incorporated, of course. Aircraft fabric covering is a term used for both the material used and the process of covering. Also, please note when ordering paints this is for u. Repairing ceconite fabric by ron alexander aircraft spruce. The color coats are very easy to blend after a repair. Go to a fabric store and ask to see polyester dress lining. Nontautening colored butyrate dope is the final color coat applied over fabric in the ceconiterandolph system. Most of the daring pilots are in their seventies or eighties or else dead.