Great Planes Cherokee Kit - GPMA0180 - Manual (Page 29)

OPTIONAL SCALE WING FAIRING
Use the Templates below to construct an addition to the leading edge of the wing shown here for a
more scale-like appearance. Follow these steps after assembly and sanding of the wing and fuselage just
prior to covering.
1. Using the Templates below, cut 2 each Ribs#1 and #2 from 1/8" Balsa or Light Plywood.
2. Mark the Rib positions on the wing with the wing mounted to the Fuselage. Glue the Ribs in place on the
wing being careful to glue Rib #1 only to the wing (not the wing to the fuselage) while leaving adequate
clearance for wing removal. Glue Rib #2 to the wing also.
3. Sand a piece of 1/4" x 7/8" x 5-1/2" Balsa to fit the Rib and Wing Leading Edges. Glue the Leading Edge
piece in place (Taper the Rib leading edges to fit).
4. Use the Sheeting Template and cut 1/32" Plywood or 1/16" Balsa to fit, top and bottom. Glue the sheeting
in place. If you use balsa, sand the trailing edge of the sheeting or use filler material so you can continue
the curve of the airfoil where the sheeting meets the wing. DO NOT CUT THROUGH THE WING'S
LEADING EDGE SHEETING as this may cause a structural failure in flight.
5. Sand the balsa Leading Edge to match the rounded shape of the rest of the Leading Edge.
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