34 J-3 Leading Edge
Wing Extensions
Well, I finally got over my disappointment and
have decided to continue on with the J-3 Cub. I have been avoiding working
out the two wing leading edge extensions that project inside the wing
screen over front of the cockpit area. The kit instructions said to make
them out of paper and even provided templates for the planking. I don't like
paper parts primarily because I am always disappointed in the end result. I
used very soft balsa and cut small tapered blocks that fit inside fuselage
ribs. They look simple, but I couldn't get inside the fuselage structure to
shape the blocks from underneath. So I had to first cut out the two forward
fuselage truss members to gain access. They were difficult to incorporate
properly, which is what took so long. Then I had to reinstall the two
forward fuselage truss members after they were finished, but I am pleased
with the way they turned out................Tandy
Top view with the wings plugged in.
View looking up from the bottom of the wing.
View looking head on.