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* Windscreen base fairing lay-up<br>[[Media:Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf|Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf]]<br>See also [https://www.vansaircraft.com/faq/canopy-fiberglass-fairing-how-to-video-series/ Van's video for the RV12]. | * Windscreen base fairing lay-up<br>[[Media:Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf|Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf]]<br>See also [https://www.vansaircraft.com/faq/canopy-fiberglass-fairing-how-to-video-series/ Van's video for the RV12]. | ||
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Revision as of 10:42, 23 November 2023
Build Instruction Updates
- 03/10/05 45_10.pdf
Check for more recent updates here
General
- Door fit: See this VAF Thread
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- A group of builders are working on a hinge cover, see OnShape CAD project, check fit using this 1:1 print pdf file
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- Silpruf Method
Silpruf @ Amazon
5-part instructional video
See also this Glastar article.
This method requires drilling holes along the edges of the windows. If your inside is in a finished state, this will cause patching / touch-ups after the window installation.
The video recommends 6 inch sanding discs which aren't readily available. 4 1/2” flap sander disks from Harbor Freight work as well. - Sikaflex instructions
- A good read on window attachment is this VAF thread
- June 2023 FB thread
- Be diligent with the window attachment, this VAF thread talks about a window which popped out during flight: this happens
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- Windscreen base fairing lay-up
Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf
See also Van's video for the RV12.