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Anyone know of someone experienced in recovering in Texas area?
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Yes, Joe Sills at Sills Aviation located in Giddings, TX

https://sillsaviation.com/

Sills Aviation Services
1234 County Road 206, Giddings, TX 78942

(979) 542-6081
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Contacted Joe Sills about a month ago, unfortunately $18,000 is a little out of my budget.
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I am looking at doing mine in the next couple years. Not because the fabric is bad, but more the paint is starting to crack. I am looking at Oratex and I will probably do it myself if I can get a field approval. Its supposed to be much more user friendly and does not require painting. Take a look at it. I am in West Texas so reach out if you need any help.

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I know an IA in Pearland he did mine I dont know where you are located ,send me a PM with your contact num. I can put you in touch with him he also did my last annual
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Here's my Oratex on my 120.
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Re: Wing recovering Texas

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Hello,

I'm considering the Oratex process on a 1946 C-120. Can you share final costs and effort?

Are you happy w/ the results? Any tips?

Did you use a field approval? If yes, can you provide details?

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