Monokote tips & tricks 1.0: monokote over monokote
Craig Rideout
52,688 views
I use the pinhole method: you have to pinhole the bottom layer with 100’s of pinholes so the top layer will iron down without bubbling.
To make all the holes, I use a sharpened T pin.
14 Comments
@charangohabsburg1 7 months ago
Watching the entire working step without video cuts is the best way to really see how something gets done. Thank you!
@markoreilly3414 4 years ago
Gave up doing the "pin hole" rubbish 30yrs ago!
I bought Fey Stillies (THE Monokote Master) books & videos.
I Just use Monokote Trim Solvent , & use it the way it's meant to be used.
Biggest problem ppl cause themselves, is too HIGHER HEAT.
Cool Iron - 95~98°c , for Mono over Mono & LOTS of PATIENTS. I have 20 yr old Pattern Planes, with 800+ flights on them, no wrinkles/bubbles & they never need re-schrinking .
All about correct Technique.
For ppl whom say to me "Monokote is rubbish" ,
I say to them
"your Technique is rubbish".
IMHO.
I bought Fey Stillies (THE Monokote Master) books & videos.
I Just use Monokote Trim Solvent , & use it the way it's meant to be used.
Biggest problem ppl cause themselves, is too HIGHER HEAT.
Cool Iron - 95~98°c , for Mono over Mono & LOTS of PATIENTS. I have 20 yr old Pattern Planes, with 800+ flights on them, no wrinkles/bubbles & they never need re-schrinking .
All about correct Technique.
For ppl whom say to me "Monokote is rubbish" ,
I say to them
"your Technique is rubbish".
IMHO.
@swede5209 2 years ago (edited)
I wish I found this channel years ago. 😊 I’ve covered a lot of planes. I am just about done with a Balsa USA NorthStar, and it’s been my most challenging build and cover so far. Part of the problem is that I used old Monokote in the beginning and then newer stuff later on. The new fresh covering was a dream to work with compared to the old.
@terryblackman6217 4 years ago
You made that look so easy. I have never seen the pinhole method before, nice one.
@pilotsrc-aeromodelismo 7 months ago
Hello my friends! Do you also use the famous Chinakote? It's a more affordable version, we use it a lot here in Brazil! However, it's difficult to find some cores for repairs.
@orellanajuan9431 6 years ago
They used to make a “woodpecker “ for the pinholes. I should have gotten one while I could. I love these kinds of covering tips. Keep em coming.
@garycaruso4883 4 years ago
Once you try the Windex method you will never punch another hole! works with any covering that has a smooth adhesive back (not ultracote)
@ianhoyt2638 2 years ago
A little warning about the monkote iron from top flite, they contain abestos! So beware!
@EdMarbach 3 years ago
For an overlapping seam of monokote, I sometimes see a little of the adhesive smear out during the ironing. It's more noticeable on dark covering, but I'm having trouble removing those smears of adhesive from the top of the monokote. Acetone seems to just make the smears even larger .... spreading them a bit. Any tips for removing those smears of adhesive?
@brianemery8945 6 years ago
Can you use the pinhole roller on an open bay in a wing. In order to cover over?
Monokote tips & tricks 1.0: monokote over monokote
Craig Rideout
52,688 views
I use the pinhole method: you have to pinhole the bottom layer with 100’s of pinholes so the top layer will iron down without bubbling.
To make all the holes, I use a sharpened T pin.