I am actually surprised at the number of folks that have had to replace the windscreen
already.. I went through the same issue earlier this year - before the
first flight.
Mine was in the middle of the passenger side. As best I could tell it was probably
self induced. I remember cleaning the windscreen a few years back so I could
paint a good coat of spray latex for protection. It was before the numerous
discussions on what not to use on the "glass". After removing the spray lat,
I found crazing in 3 different areas that was not there prior. I used the micro
polish kit and completely removed the defect. Unfortunately, the slight variation
in thickness (when viewed at the sharp angle) was totally unacceptable.
I cried a bit then forked over the cash and bought a new windscreen.
I had no issues around the perimeter. I used the aluminum fingers and some duct
tape and had a good fit with no crazing. I did opt to pass on the Weld-on the
second round and used FE6026 with very good results so far. The removal was a
chore using heat and a chisel to remove. Time consuming and painful but do able.
The re-installation was smooth and then back in business.
Hard lesson to take but the windscreens deserve a lot of respect. I did look at
the thickness of my Cessna windscreen in comparison - WOW. If I hit a bird I
would much rather be in the RV!
Byron
N253RV
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Bill Mauledriver Watson
Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 1:32 PM
To: rv10-list@matronics.com
Subject: Re: Tips on removal of front window and lessons learned
I'm ready to do all the glass but I don't completely get the issues
involved. Is there more than clamping that is a problem? The crazing
in the middle of the wind sheild doesn't seem like a clamping problem.
As I understand it, a warm shop, the right tools, the adhesive of your
choice, a good partner, and ? will lead to success.
Bill "all the glass by Christmas" Watson
40605
