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[BigJohn]

Has anybody got a theory, or have talked to Van's, as to the purpose of sealing the bottom of the canopy rib assemblies? It is not open to the engine compartment, so why?

 

[rvbuilder2002]

Has anybody got a theory, or have talked to Van's, as to the purpose of sealing the bottom of the canopy rib assemblies? It is not open to the engine compartment, so why?

Water... avionics other and electrical stuff doesn't like it.

 

[BigJohn]

Aha! Now I get it. The outside of those panels could be exposed to water because of the way the canopy hinges there. Thanks Scott.