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Gear leg filler

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Randy

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I am trying to decide if I will use fabric or metal to enclose the gear legs on the AcroSport. I used fabric on the SkyBolts and always had a drumming problem. This time I have added an intermediate rib between the fuselage and axel to attach ?? something to. Reguardless of what I use I am considering filling the void with foam to cut down on the drumming.
So, my questions are - -

1) If I use fabric will the covering chemicals disolve the foam ?
2) Will I have a problem with moisture not being able to get out ?
3) And last, would it help stop the drumming if I shaped the foam so it is thicker at the center ?

Thank you,

P.S Smizo, you need to work a little faster getting the streamlining of your gear legs photo's posted - - I am waiting :)
 

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