Tip Up Rear Skin - Screw Edge Distance?

aparchment · #1 08-25-2012, 10:41 AM

I believe the correct edge distance is 5/16" (2.5D) for the screws on the rear skin that hold the rear window in place, but that looks pretty skimpy. What have you guys done?

Rupester · #2 08-25-2012, 12:10 PM

I did whatever Vans calls out in their 'structions. Turned out great; wouldn't change a thing.

BSwayze · #3 08-25-2012, 03:10 PM

I'm going to Sikaflex mine on, no screws at all.

aparchment · #4 08-25-2012, 04:05 PM

I am not seeing a spacing call out. What did you see in your 9A instructions?

Vlad · #5 08-25-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by aparchment

I am not seeing a spacing call out. What did you see in your 9A instructions?

I will check tomorrow and let you know Antony

Edit; Is this spacing you are looking for? It says appr 2.5 inches.

aparchment · #6 08-25-2012, 08:11 PM

Thanks Vlad. Actually I am looking for the distance from the edge of the back skin where it joins the plexiglas of the window to the center of the screws used to attach the plexiglas to the skin.

az_gila · #7 08-25-2012, 08:31 PM

The hint is in the cross-section E-E drawing.

It's in the middle of the 5/8 wide optional backing strip.

aparchment · #8 08-26-2012, 10:32 AM

Thanks Gil, I saw that too, but wasn't sure that was the definitive source.

Since it corresponds with my initial assumption, I will use it and move on.

Will post pics when I get this milestone complete. It's so amazing to have the canopy on the plane!