How much fabric do I need?

[Marty57]

Well, it's time to start the covering process. My wings are done, ready for cover. Flaps, ailerons, and tail feathers also ready to cover. I'm attending the Stewarts seminar in Las Vegas next week and I'm bringing along parts to cover while I'm there. So here's the question: How much fabric do I need? First, flaps (standard SC dimensions) and ailerons (also standard SC dimensions)? Next question is tail feathers. SC rudder and all horizontal surfaces; any idea how much I need? The wings will be next than the fuselage (PA 14/2+2). I know some one out there knows this off the top of their head so thanks in advance.

Marty57

Finished wings:

 

[supercrow]

I like 6 yds for each wing surface; 24 yds for the wings and if careful can use some for your flaps and ailerons; better too much; buy extra. Never done a 14 fuselage; done some 12's. Depends on whether you need 3 (probably 4) pieces for the fuselage. Have fun; I get a lot of satisfaction from covering. Reid

 

[Gordon Misch]

Marty, that's great news! Give Stewarts a call; they'll be able to tell you. I ordered what they suggested and had a little bit left over, but I don't recall the amount offhand.

 

[skipster]

The cloth is the cheapest part. It's the stuff that comes in cans that you have to mortgage the house for.

 

[Marty57]

Gordon,
Great tip; I'll call Stewarts tomorrow and see what they say. Thanks

Marty

 

[mike mcs repair]

whole plane -18 they say 45 yrds

be aware! I used superflite fabric on a job, 2 supposedly "25" yard rolls and came up SHORT and didn't even do tail feathers!! so their rolls must be short!!! compared to coconut, I usually have leftovers and had done tail feathers....

 

[55-PA18A]

Almost seems a shame to cover that incredible wood work with fabric so you can't see it. I've enjoyed the build photos.

Jim