I can no longer avoid making the various fiberglass ducts & whatnot

for

my cooling systems.  Can anyone give me some useful citations on how

to

work with fiberglass?  I don't have the first clue where to begin, so

a

beginners book with enough meat to get me through the (hopefully

simple)

task of building a few KN ducts would be great.

On a side note -- I need to make a custom oil pan.  Couldn't I make it
out of fiberglass too?  The oil isn't all that hot, and it's not a
pressurized system...  Just trying to kill 2 birds with one stone...

Mark Supinski

There are some books on the subject sold by Aircraft Spruce.
I'll check over my collection when I get home to day and
see if I like one better than another.
Go to any boat or yacht shop. They have most of the supplies.
Get yourself a cheap kit and jump in.

Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.



What about the concept of a fiberglass oil pan?

Mark Supinski


I would not try it. Too risky. Too much to lose if it melts and leaks.

Aircraft has a fiberglass training kit which includes a book, foam,
glass, and all that is needed to get some practice and get you on your
way.  The kit goes from $38 to $50.

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cmpages/practicekit.php

Otherwise, I would suggest getting with someone who is building with
fiberglass at your local EAA and see if you can observe or get some
training from someone there.

Rick Irwin



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