SECTION 45: CABIN DOORS & TRANSPARENCIES: Difference between revisions

Revision as of 04:57, 15 June 2023

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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

Silpruf Method
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.
Glastar Youtube video
Sikaflex instructions
A good read on window attachment is this VAF thread
Be diligent with the window attachment, this VAF thread talks about a window which popped out during flight: this happens
2023 FB thread

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 * A good read on window attachment is this [https://vansairforce.net/community/showthread.php?t=212770 VAF thread]
 * Be diligent with the window attachment, this VAF thread talks about a window which popped out during flight: [https://vansairforce.net/community/showthread.php?t=212875 this happens]
+* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/6062115380576177 2023 FB thread]
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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].