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| Subject: | Lexan windshield |
If you want to replace the windshield rather than patch it, there is a
type
of lexan out there which has a coating on it which makes it more scratch
resistant and also more fuel and chemical resistant. Margard is the
brand
name of one maker, others are available. The down side is that it makes
a
sheet considerably more expensive, and they tend to only sell whole
sheets.
Possibly you could split a sheet with another constructor? Half a sheet
is
about right for a tailwind. Our has the windshield continuing back to
the
rear spar giving better visibility in turns, though we don=92t have the
amount
of sun you may have.. Best of luck...... Mike Mears .... G-BJWT
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From: owner-tailwind-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-tailwind-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Curt
Crosby
Sent: 08 September 2008 18:46
Subject: Tailwind-List: Lexan windshield
I recently replaced my old lexan windshield with a new one and promptly
spilled gas on it, etching it! I have flown it for about 40 hours now
with
the discoloration and now it has started to develop cracks radiating
from
the filler hole. I have drilled these cracks but feel a little wary.
Not
sure what it would be like to have a 150 mph wind in your face! What is
the
best way to prevent this short of being more careful and less sloppy?
Has
anyone addressed this problem?
Thanks for any help & suggestions
Curt Crosby
N7733 W-8 with O-200
Curt, I had a similar thing to happen on N6PJ years ago. See the
attachment to see how I cemented a plexiglass patch around the filler
hole
and painted it white. Good Louk. ... Lou Owen ... HYPERLINK
"mailto:owenld@earthlink.net"owenld@earthlink.net
Nice looking TW! What kind of adhesive did you use to bond the
plexiglass
to the Lexan? Thanks very much Lou=85. ..... Curt
I thought you'd ask that and I don't really remember. That was about 15
years ago I think but it seems like it was a paste type adhesive that
was
touted to be for plastic. Sorry I cant do better than that.
Good luck with your fix. .... Lou
You may try at an aquarium supply store or pet store for aquarium repair
parts. It would be worth a phone call or 2 I'd say. .... DJD .....
Danny
[dan42101@yahoo.com]
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