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Old 07-01-2014, 09:58 PM
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I can't tell from the picture but are you trying to pull the plexi in to the reduced section of frame? Once you get back to the weld the plexi shoulded touch the frame for several inches.


I just did a Todds with Sika and it conformed nicely.

If you post this question over on the -8 section there is a lot of experience watching.
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Old 07-09-2014, 04:01 PM
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Not the neatest result, but plenty secure. I made the rookie mistake of trying to smooth out the fillet after pulling off the tape. Don't do that! Luckily, as advertised, the smeared Sika does NOT stick to unprimed areas, so these blemished were easily rubbed off with my fingers.

Now working on fitting the skirts. The aft end will need a little "coaxing" to fit snugly.
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Old 07-15-2014, 02:19 PM
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I think the census is use lots of small clamps to check the load is spread. If you need a BIG clamp maybe some more trimming is required (particularly around the ribs). Above all please learn from my small mistake - dress every edge to a S M O O T H finish - my link explains why!
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Old 07-16-2014, 02:59 PM
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Thanks Bob. Will do.
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