SECTION 45: CABIN DOORS & TRANSPARENCIES: Difference between revisions

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Added link to 3D printable page for door hinge alignment jig
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== 45-06 ==
== 45-06 ==
* A bolt is used as hinge pin. Consider grinding down the head a bit if it interferes with the cabin pocket.
* A bolt is used as hinge pin. Consider grinding down the head a bit if it interferes with the cabin pocket.
* A group of builders are working on a hinge cover, see [https://cad.onshape.com/documents/84d0ba8a64dbd86d8aee8ad1/w/ed92d4e493cd33946f3013d2/e/1d170d74353b23aebd0a0215 OnShape CAD project], check fit using this 1:1 print [[Media:Hinge cover v2.pdf| pdf file]]
* A group of builders are working on a hinge cover, see [https://cad.onshape.com/documents/84d0ba8a64dbd86d8aee8ad1/w/ed92d4e493cd33946f3013d2/e/1d170d74353b23aebd0a0215 OnShape CAD project], check fit using this 1:1 print [[index.php?title=Media:Hinge cover v2.pdf| pdf file]]
* The plans provide instructions for fitting the hinges to the LHS door, and Step 3 provides the positions for the WD-1019-L and WD-1019-R hinges. The plans then instruct the builder to 'repeat this step for the right side door hinges'. Note: the WD-1019-L hinge must be placed <u>Forward</u> side, and the WD-1019-R hinge must be placed <u>Aft</u> side of the doors, <u>not Left and Right</u> as the part naming would suggest.<br>[[File:WD-1019-L-R Hinges.jpg|300px|Cabin door hinge placement]]<br>See also section 4:<br>[[File:Screen_Shot_2024-04-03_at_8.29.19_AM.png|500px]]
* The plans provide instructions for fitting the hinges to the LHS door, and Step 3 provides the positions for the WD-1019-L and WD-1019-R hinges. The plans then instruct the builder to 'repeat this step for the right side door hinges'. Note: the WD-1019-L hinge must be placed <u>Forward</u> side, and the WD-1019-R hinge must be placed <u>Aft</u> side of the doors, <u>not Left and Right</u> as the part naming would suggest.
* A [[3D-Printed Tools and Parts|3D printable alignment jig]] is available to use in lieu of three scrap aluminum spacers.<br>[[File:WD-1019-L-R Hinges.jpg|300px|Cabin door hinge placement]]<br>See also section 4:<br>[[File:Screen_Shot_2024-04-03_at_8.29.19_AM.png|500px]]


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== 45-08 ==
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** [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KZYJAW Silpruf @ Amazon]
** [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KZYJAW Silpruf @ Amazon]
** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A336SG-fsiI 5-part instructional video]
** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A336SG-fsiI 5-part instructional video]
** See also [[Media:SilPruf Window instructions.pdf|Dan H's write-up of the above Silpruf Method]]
** See also [[index.php?title=Media:SilPruf Window instructions.pdf|Dan H's write-up of the above Silpruf Method]]
** See also this [https://glasair-owners.com/glastar-sportsman/how-to-builder-tips-glastar-sportsman/glastar-and-sportsman-window-installation/ Glastar article].
** See also this [https://glasair-owners.com/glastar-sportsman/how-to-builder-tips-glastar-sportsman/glastar-and-sportsman-window-installation/ Glastar article].
** See also this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/10058622124258796 FB Thread].
** See also this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/10058622124258796 FB Thread].
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* Sikaflex
* Sikaflex
** [http://www.westernmarine.com/acrobat/sik%20application%20guide.pdf General Sikaflex instructions]
** [http://www.westernmarine.com/acrobat/sik%20application%20guide.pdf General Sikaflex instructions]
** [[Media:RV-10 Windows Install Sikaflex.pdf|Yannick B's write-up on using Sikaflex for the windows]]<br>Pictures are  [https://yankeebravo.ch/en/finishing-kit/ here].
** [[index.php?title=Media:RV-10 Windows Install Sikaflex.pdf|Yannick B's write-up on using Sikaflex for the windows]]<br>Pictures are  [https://yankeebravo.ch/en/finishing-kit/ here].
** This thread says one needs 4 tubes of Sika 295: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/8764619076992447 FB thread]
** This thread says one needs 4 tubes of Sika 295: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/8764619076992447 FB thread]
* A good read on window attachment is this [https://vansairforce.net/community/showthread.php?t=212770 VAF thread]
* A good read on window attachment is this [https://vansairforce.net/community/showthread.php?t=212770 VAF thread]
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== 45-19 ==
== 45-19 ==
* 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 RV14].
* Windscreen base fairing lay-up<br>[[index.php?title=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 RV14].


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