SECTION 45: CABIN DOORS & TRANSPARENCIES

Build Instruction Updates

• 03/10/05 45_10.pdf

Check for more recent updates here

General

• Door fit: See this VAF Thread
• Epoxy to use: See this FB Thread 3/2024

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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
• Feb 2024 FB thread

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• Windscreen base fairing lay-up
  Windshield_to_Fuse_Transition_Steps.pdf
  See also Van's video for the RV12.