Another idea not yet tested...
Here is a different way of approaching the gap problem in a tip up canopy. I'm not done building so I have Not put this idea into practice but will try it when the time comes. I suggest testing the idea first before putting it on your plane.
I have always been interested in sealing up the gap between the split in the canopy but didn't care for the thick looking targa strip. We all have tried "experimental" ways to solve a problem and I'm hoping this one will work.
I have spoken to a few guys which sell and install frameless glass shower door enclosures and they offered up an idea to use a shower door seal to close up the gap.
We discussed any drawbacks they could see being in an outdoor environment. Here is what they told me.
1. It will be rigid when cold and pliable when warm. He likened it to windshield wiper blades. Their suggestion was to install with a little heat so it will nicely take the shape of the canopy curve. In the cold it will just keep that shape. So far it all sounded good to me to keep it on the "try this' list.
2. If parked outside in sun they said it may yellow after several years. I didn't like to hear that, but I could always change it every 4 years. It is very cheap to buy.
Here is a link to product they said I should be looking at. This "h" shape is made by different companies in different sizes and hardness.
https://www.gordonglassusa.com/item...0-Degree-for-5-16-Glass--95-in-long-PCC8.html
If you get this to work or have other ideas that worked, please share them.