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    Default Re: #Northernfox Build

    No. This is correct as things currently stand. I don't think it looks bad. I personally don't like the look of the doublers.

    The bits that stand out would be like that regardless. Mostly the gear attach points.

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    Just as a matter of conversation, by "doublers" I assume you're referring to the finish tapes. IMHO, finish tapes are just as necessary with Oratex as with any other fabric covering system. One of the primary reasons for that, as I understand it, is to help prevent damage to the underlying primary covering from outside abrasion when something rubs against the fabric with a solid surface behind it (tubing or whatever), as well as to prevent catastrophic failure in the event of wear from the inside. They are also used to give extra protection to certain areas like leading edges, and to provide extra overlapping surface at fabric joints for additional strength, etc. In this instance I'm not saying you can't re-invent the wheel, but the techniques that have been developed have stood the test of time. One question that's on my mind is - if it's true that Oratex is stronger than Polyfiber in a couple of different ways, is it also weaker in abrasion resistance? I don't think so. When was the last time someone on this forum has seen conventional fabric on an airplane wear through from the inside out when it wasn't glued to the structure in that location? If the fabric has been properly installed, I suspect that it would be pretty rare... I could be wrong.
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    Yeah, finish tapes.

    However, as far as required...I don't feel so - based on what I know and have been told. In many cases it's still required, like leading edge. However, it's not required in such areas as those cross members, especially if they are glued to them. If it's glued, it's not going to rub.
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    Default Re: #Northernfox Build

    Is that black oratex?
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    Yep it's the black. I really like it. It's the "back coated" version of it.
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    What does that mean? Just curious.

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    I had no idea black was available. It’s not listed on their site
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    Default Re: #Northernfox Build

    Sure is. In all qualities. I'll try to remember to send a sample with the other item I'm trying to get to you
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    Default Re: #Northernfox Build

    Quote Originally Posted by Clark in AZ View Post
    What does that mean? Just curious.

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    It's less translucent. As in far less light is visible through it.

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    Default Re: #Northernfox Build

    Thanks! Orange is the other new color they just added...

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