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The Benefits..
After treatment, your sailplane will benefit from the following:
- Enhanced Aerodynamic Performance/Smoother Airflow
- Improved flying/soaring performance
- Extended gel coat life
- High UV protection
- Gloss enhanced surfaces
- Cleaner glider/ultra smooth surfaces
Gel Coat and the Sun
Gel Coat
Finishes are subject to chemical processess and
changes caused by exposure to ultra violet solar radiation including
photo-oxidation especially at higher altitudes.
Other problems include environmental contaminants, atmospheric conditions and overtime the surface may become 'yellowy' and 'powdery' if left unprotected. In some severe cases, the Gel Coat could start to deteriorate and crack. Glider gel coat in this case is not completely waterproof,- it's actually porous!
Avoid expensive re-gel/repair/re-finishing work and have your sailplane professionally waxed and protected regularly throughout the seasons. Remember, Carnauba Wax seals the pores of the Gel Coat surface - preventing water absorption!
Sailplane Treatments
All polishes and waxes we use are aviation approved and specifically designed for glass ship sailplane Gel Coat finishes of all types including the early Gel Coats such as 'Schwabbellack', but also 'Scheufler T35' and all polyester finishes (Prestec or Duratec) or Urethane paint finishes.
None of the products/polishes used contain any harsh abrasives or silicones that could interfere with refinishing or repair work.
Top Tips On The Care And Maintenance Of Polyester Gel Coats
- Avoid leaving your Glider out in direct sunlight without protection for long periods - use wing, tailplane and fuselage covers or store in hanger.
- Should your glider get wet during a shower, or if there is a lot of moisture in the atmosphere (heavy dew/fog) - always leather-off as soon as possible after the weather clears, especially before de-rigging and putting away in the trailer.
- Avoid flexing the wings if flying at high altitudes in sub-zero temperatures, gradually decend to lower, milder levels to allow the aircraft structure to warm up before entering the circuit and on final approach.
- Avoid using cleaning products and polishes containing silicones and never use Trichloroethylene, Acetone or similar products.
New Glider? - Book a full wax treatment as soon as possible for peace of mind and help prevent Gel Coat deterioration.
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