The G5 is my only sacrifice to glass, VFR and looking outside is all that’s requiredView attachment 74776
I was looking for photos online and found at least one that was completely notched out and didn't appear to have any reinforcement added, could've been removed for whatever they were doing but I've seen a lot of -4 panels with radios in that general area, which is where I would prefer to have them instead of down under the panel.I cut openings just enough for the racks, and riveted an angle across the top which is attached to the longeron on either side. Did confirm with Vans.
Looks like your build is coming along nicely.