I do think that the plans are stupid for saying "Build 20 regular ribs. Next step, build 2 of those 20 different." I am more of a checklist guy and forgot about that step after working on ribs for months. I did not like how the parts fit around the squeeze out from previous glues on the root and tip ribs, as well as rib 5 so that is why I rebuiltmine. If it's just rib 5, just remove the gusset and place in the supports, if it suits you.
I have fixed minor gusset errors using a sharpened painters 5-in-1, its like a stiffer putty knife. I keep some sand paper stapled to a block of wood to keep it sharp for and glue trimming for squeeze outs or repair. Super handy. |