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Old 01-07-2016, 10:35 AM
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Just ordered the new window: $390 and they don't allow returns with credit for the old lexan window. If anyone needs my new, untouched lexan window, I've got a deal for you.

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Old 01-07-2016, 10:42 PM
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Is Vans saying this is the fix to prevent crazing from fuel spills? If not I'll just buy a sheet of lexan at Home Depot to replace mine.
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Old 01-08-2016, 09:21 AM
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Default ...the never-ending debate #235 ! :)

If you haven't seen previous threads on this, just a reminder that if you seal the edges and drilled holes, you reduce the fuel crazing hazard.
To reduce further, you can apply a clear laminate to the lexan; since you don't look thru it, a less than perfect job shouldn't be an issue. If you aren't comfortable doing it, a window tint place might be an option.

3m #8991 polyester anti-graffiti film is one product I've used on flat lexan bus shelter cabinet faces.....it's nearly indestructible!
( not to be confused with painter's tape with the same number!)
tech data: and yes, it says 3 years outdoor, but I have seen NO yellowing after 5+ in the sun. It also cautions of installing over lexan as bubbles can form underneath from outgassing of the moisture in polycarbonate sheet, but it beats crazing and failure!

https://s3.amazonaws.com/fellers/pro...letin-1146.pdf

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https://www.fellers.com/fellers-shop...rotection-film
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Is Vans saying this is the fix to prevent crazing from fuel spills? If not I'll just buy a sheet of lexan at Home Depot to replace mine.
Yes...that's the story!!!

Edit: I also have a never used rear window "cheap"!!
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Old 01-08-2016, 04:49 PM
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Looking back at the history of the lexan window I love how we have come full circle on this subject matter.
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Me too! I have the earlier molded tinted one as well as the Vans one, think the tinted one will go on the plane.
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Looking back at the history of the lexan window I love how we have come full circle on this subject matter.
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Old 01-08-2016, 08:32 PM
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Just got the email offering the new rear window. Only $390 more in the finish kit. No returns for credit of the old one in the fuselage kit. But, now I have a backup in case I mess up the new one.
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Old 01-10-2016, 10:34 AM
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Default Change or Option?

So is this going to be a change in the kit or just an additional option?
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Old 01-11-2016, 10:09 PM
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It's a change in the kits. I'm just one of the lucky ones caught in the transition.
From the mothership:

"The RV-12 Finish kits are going through a change due to the Rear
Window F-1277A found inside the RV-12 Fuselage kit. F-1277A Rear Window is now obsolete and the replacement part# F-1277B Plexi formed rear window is inside the RV-12 Finish kit.
If you have F-1277A Rear window from your fuselage kit, you may
choose to keep it and delete part# F-1277B from your Finish kit and keep the same price of $10180.00 for your kit. Or you can upgrade and your Finish Kit will be $390 more ($10570). *Note we are not excepting any returns of Part#F-1277A."

Came by email after I ordered the Finish kit.
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Old 01-12-2016, 05:30 AM
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Default Don't fuss about sealing the edges

The edges aren't the problem in my experience. Filling recently on a windy day and a gust splashed unleaded onto the window - instant crazing and cracking. Could track where each drop of fuel had landed. Seem to recall a minor splash of avgas earlier which did no harm but it was much hotter when the unleaded did its stuff - not sure whether heat was the difference or the different fuel.

Have a new sheet of Lexan purchased loacally and will apply a fuel resistant film. Using Xpel but there are others.

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