Mike,
Don't paint anything until everything is done. Install the plexi as per
instructions. I filled in the gaps with quick-cell. Some have laid up
a 2 inch tape of bid around the windshield at this point, but I did
not. Then continue filling to sand smooth later, so the transition from
glass to fuselage is even. I used PVC tape on the plexi all the way
around the edges to protect it from the quick cell and later from
sanding. Then re-taped it for priming and painting. When it's done the
paint ends where the tape was and creates a perfect edge.
Jeff
A258
At the airport hanger ironing out some bugs.
On Jan 10, 2006, at 10:35 AM, DuaneFamly@aol.com wrote:
>
> Steve,
>
> Do mean that (per Phoenix composites) you wet out and apply two layers
> of
> "the lightest
> fiberglass cloth available" and then, while still wet, set in the
> plexi? Or
> am I getting this wrong? And this prevents a crack in the paint from
> developing
> at the joint between the paint and the plexi?
>
> Just looking for clarification.
>
> I was getting close to doing this when I read your post.
>
> Also, did you paint your doors before installing the plexi?
>
> Mike Duane
> Redding, California
> XS Conventional Gear
>
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