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Old 03-09-2012, 12:05 PM
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Default Time to make the baffles
I think it's time to redo the baffles on my -4. I have the older asbestos and some newer silicone style mixed it.

What is the preferred system now?

3/32" smooth finish silicone?
1/8" smooth silicone with mesh stiffener?
1/8" textured silicone?

It seems like the textured tends to fray on the ends more than the smooth. Is this true or am I dreaming?
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Old 03-09-2012, 12:17 PM
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Hello Sid,

A nice all aluminum Plenum is my vote... Emailed you a pic.
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Old 03-09-2012, 12:59 PM
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I REALLY like the idea of a plenum but I'm not sure how to marry my painted cowling to it. I think I can use a metal break and stretcher to produce a nice plenum... Decisions decisions...


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A nice all aluminum Plenum is my vote... Emailed you a pic.
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Old 03-09-2012, 01:02 PM
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Use the idea in the second pic I emailed with the VISR. Also very nice!
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Old 03-09-2012, 01:14 PM
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Default A method...
for beginning height is described here...

http://www.vansairforce.com/communit...ng+paper+clips
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