08-19-2015, 09:15 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: WI
Posts: 1,852
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Originally Posted by jnmiller
I recently built a Gyroc clone from BMS.
I find that if I store it with the flaps straight, the elastic will
loose its elasticity. If I store it with the flaps bent, the adhesive hinges start to wear as the
flap tries to pull away.
Has anyone found a solution?
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I store mine with the hinges bent. It's been stored that way for nearly 40 years. I did have to replace the elastic about 10 years ago, but otherwise it's in fine shape, including the hinges. Flew it earlier this summer.
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