Fabric Covering a Rudder with Superflite

I received a rudder that had been previously covered and was asked if I could fix it. Here is a time-lapse video of the steps I take to cover (or re-cover) tail feathers. This piece is from an excalibur ultralight kit and I'm using Superflite products to cover it.
I've worked on dozens of planes and been asked many times to make videos showing my processes, tips and tricks. I'll be uploading more videos periodically as I complete more projects.
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[@roy32jm]

Very nice work. I have covered 4 planes, but still picked up several tips watching this.

[@theclephane2914]

You are amazing Lady! Fantastic work! Thank you for another awesome video!

[@cdsparksart4440]

I haven't done any dope work since i was in A&P school you are a master

[@telluscitizen]

Always love to watch an artisan work

[@Suprdave123]

I watched this side-by-side with an Oratex Vid...thank you for making my choice easier.

[@jimmyboy163]

What did you decide on? SS I'm guessing. I'm very close to covering my fly baby 1B biplane build and have been looking into all the systems. Thanks for your help

[@henrikcarlsen1881]

A specialist indeed. Watched a video where she covers the fuselage of a SuperStol. The precision is impressive. Wish I could do that,

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

You have an amazing talent for that!

[@michaelstern1945]

Could you do some narration to go along with it it would be nice to learn your tricks.

[@vilmar262]

What a beautiful job, congratulations!

[@ColeAviation]

WOW!!!! Stunning work!!!!👍🏼😉👍🏼

[@davidbucklew804]

Amazing!

[@hadjnabil4811]

Thank you vey much,lovely leady, god bless you and your family

[@richardingle7540]

Hi , could you show some of your work with stitching , i ve never actually seen this done and would love to see it , love your work 🙂👍

[@taltruda]

Why did you switch to the yellow iron vs the model iron? Also why do this in two pieces as opposed to the one piece wrap method? Thanks love your videos!

[@Eurocub]

Is Siperflite the same as Diatex or similar? And what is the adhesive you used for the job. It looks very good.

[@michaelcrowder330]

Hear are a few questions... 1. What U500 to Acetone ratio are you using? 2, Are you changing the ratio at different stages of the application? 3, How many coats and what ratio of thinned U500 are you putting down under the finishing tapes? Over the finishing tapes? 4. Any tips on applying the finishing tapes and getting that smooth green appearance instead of the green with mottled white sections? Your videos are great and have been a big help our project. Sure glad I can slow them down with KZbin and pick up all the details.

[@vulturedroid9804]

Great job

[@stevecook413]

Wow.... The entire rudder in under 7min.

[@pandunga]

Just perfect !

[@andrewarmstrong7310]

Mind blowing, I just don't think of fabric aircraft.

[@ontimespiva]

What kind of iron is that you're using? What brand? And do you have different ones for different uses? Thanks!

[@craigjhr]

Where did you learn how to work your fabric magic?

[@stephensnow3264]

Hi. Please tell me name off the yellow iron and small clips, and where I can purchase. Thanks

[@iapplyufly]

Hello Stephen! The iron is a Toko T14. You can find them on various sites including ebay. I bought my small multicolored clamps from Harbor Freight.

[@stephensnow3264]

iapplyufly Thank you so much for taking the time to reply and the videos awesome 😎👍👍

[@joseaguilar4455]

wow nice job, but after so many coats didn't it got over weight? are u using butyrate dope? is nice anyways

[@iapplyufly]

I’ve thinned the glue with acetone for multiple coats so much of the weight is lost through evaporation. The materials used on this piece are by Superflite and are lighter than the older ‘dope and fabric’ systems.

[@kimfucku8074]

That's what I call a before and after video!

[@genesioapretto5077]

you will fly on this plane?

[@bartgoins1782]

Approximately how many hours did it take you to do that rudder? Great job!

[@iapplyufly]

This one was easy, no stitching, minimal taping. Maybe half a day.

[@bartgoins1782]

Thanks for your quick replies.

[@ildarmingazov2304]

Good for you! Очень аккуратно

[@timwalker411]

Awesome vids! Sub'd

[@russellmoore1533]

And here I was thinking it would be about a boat rudder...

[@tlcasey1002000]

WOULD YOU HAVE TO SEW THAT?

[@Geebeey]

Hi, what type of glue are you using?

[@iapplyufly]

I am using Superflite U500.

[@ronhatcher7734]

wow

[@mikejones-dt8vj]

WOW!!!!

[@stevenh6609]

How can I get in touch with you?

[@iapplyufly]

You can contact me by going to my channel, clicking the about tab and selecting 'send message' in the top right corner!

[@choppergirl]

Looks extremely time consuming and labor intensive, and this is just for a rudder. I need a simpler way, because this would piss me off 10 minutes in as soon as shit was sticking to things it wasn't suppose to be sticking to.

[@oldguysrule-iv7sh]

As I always say it's a ladies touch

[@groomlake51]

I don’t know what I did to the algorithm but KZbin is feeding me vids of very talented females that are working in the aviation mechanical world. Lol they are actually a lot better than the men’s vids🤣🤣🤣 I grew up around drag racing and girls make better mechanics because they have small hands and pay attention to detail !! They also have faster reflexes and make better drivers too🤣 the truth hurts😳💪🏼🗽

[@IvonatorBG]

And the reinforcing tape?

[@iapplyufly]

This specific kit did not call for rivets or lacing on the tail so no reinforcing tape was needed.

[@IvonatorBG]

Ok thank you! I am a student! Another question please, don't you use some kind of fill coat and finish coat?

[@iapplyufly]

Yes, this system requires multiple coats of primer and paint after covering.

[@IvonatorBG]

Thank you! Make more videos please! :)

[@greenlightelec]

Good job darlin, But wear gloves and use good ventilation / mask as that stuff is no good for u. Cheers

[@robertmcadams6906]

Are you located anywhere new Western Pennsylvania, and are you for hire?

[@iapplyufly]

Hello Robert! Please send me a private message and I'll be happy to discuss this with you.

[@nofriagaradavitharnawan9562]

wht type of fabric

[@iapplyufly]

Medium weight Dacron.

[@choppergirl]

I don't want all that gunk and crap on my nice aluminum plus omg, way too time consuming and labor intensive. If you're going to do all that, you might as well cover it in fiberglass.