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To anyone that can offer advice, Despite the thread title, this post is really about acquiring the skills to build a tube and fabric airplane. Many years ago I fell in love with the Stolp Starduster and its pretty sculpted wings. I have decided that the two-seat SA-300 Starduster Too, is the...

I'm working on designing a tail wheel (the "brackets", not the wheel—is there a name for that?). I've got some 4130 and was hoping I could pick up some additional mild steel at the local metal yard to complete the assembly. Would there be a problem welding other steels to 4130? Specifically, I...

Something I threw together guys Have a look Let me know if you like it https://youtu.be/287_OwwMKto

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G'day all, Well folks I'm not a forum type of guy really,however i found some interesting threads on HBA.com and thought i could contribute in some small way with my experience in the welding and fabrication areas. Thanks, Smithy

When welding 4130N using the TIG process which rod is preferred, ER80S-D2 or ER70S-2? I am about to begin welding my custom fuselage frame and I am leaning toward the ER70S-2. There are many opinions on the internet by most discussions revolve around auto racing frames and not aircraft. For...