canopy fit

[PlaneDan]

I made a post on my web site so I could give as much information and photos as possible.

http://pantherbuilder.org/canopy-handles/

[MyronNCallaham]

Pictures sure help, thanks

[PlaneDan]

Not exactly, but I have installed an exterior and interior handle to help with lifting and closing. They are installed just aft of the latch handle and are very helpful.

I find no photos on my site, but can get some tomorrow if you are interested.

[MyronNCallaham]

Anyone installed a small exterior handle at left rear of canopy to help with latching from outside?

[MyronNCallaham]

Fantastic job, looks great

[PlaneDan]

To save space on the Forum, I made a post to my PantherBuilder site.

Look closely at the interior photos and you can see where the "add on" starts.

If you have any questions, just ask.

http://pantherbuilder.org/canopy-fit/

[MyronNCallaham]

Thanks, and yes, would love to see pics

[PlaneDan]

I am aware of 2 methods. One was from another builder, several years ago. He cut "finger" slits in the front edge to allow that part to be strapped down after applying a resin mixture with micro or something. It appeared to work fairly well. The other was from this builder about a year ago. I sanded the top and under side of the forward edge down to the glass fibers. I then put shelf paper on the boot cowl section that would be under the canopy front section. I then laid up fiberglass, 3 layers, I think, on the front area to extend forward enough to get a smooth transition from the boot cowl, to the canopy. When cured, I took the canopy off and added a micro mixture to the fill the gaps on the under side and laid up one layer of glass to cover that section. When cured, I trimmed and sanded to the shape I wanted. If you are interested, I can send photos of the finished product, tomorrow afternoon.

[MyronNCallaham]

Unable to find a previous discussion on this. Anyone have ideas on getting a good fit, canopy front skirt to top boot cowl?