How Do You Fuel Proof An RC Airplane?
Gas powered RC airplanes are created with speed and maneuverability in mind. These aircraft are the fastest on the market and for advanced hobbyists provide a flying experience unachievable with electric powered aircraft or gliders. Using a gas powered airplane does have one major disadvantage over other aircraft types: the fuel used can damage the aircraft body, destroying the paint or covering unless the aircraft is fuel proofed. Fuel proofing an RC airplane requires that you make provision during the building process to keep the plane safe from any fuel leakage from the engine or the fuel tank. It can be done without greatly altering the building process by replacing a few covering products with fuel-proofed alternatives. Determine the type of covering with which you’d like to skin your airplane. The covering type will determine the course of fuel proofing you should follow. Coat the nose of your airplane with a thin coat of epoxy prior to mounting the engine to fuel proof the area
