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Fabric / rib lacing

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EAbel

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Using polyfiber process covering fuse, got to my vertical tail and rib stitched the top rib on the vertical stab. The rib below it (above the horizontal stab) does not touch the fabric at all except toward the trailing edge. The fabric is approx 1/2 inch away from the rib. my question is, should i try and rib stitch this one or just double tape like everywhere else. I noticed when i pressed the fabric into touch the rib it looks a little bit weird and takes quite a bit of push. Hope i have explained it well enough.
Elliot

 

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