Thread: Making a Canopy
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Old January 22nd 14, 10:39 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Jim Crawford
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Default Making a Canopy

Ibelieve that DG now bond their transparencies to the frame and have a
specific procedure and adhesive to achieve this. Could be worth contacting
them or their agent to get details.

Jim


At 20:21 21 January 2014, Guy B wrote:
I have a glider, a canopy frame, and a new plastic canopy, and now my
probl=
em is making them all come together into a functioning unit. I've
searched=
this site, and found a bit of info, but still really need some detailed
in=
struction on fastening the plastic to the frame.=20
I know the frame has to be fitted to the glider first, and the plastic
cut,=
fitted, and glued to the frame, while in place on the glider. I
understand=
that screws aren't necessary, and may in fact cause trouble.=20
I think I need a fine tooth circular saw, and grinder, some way of
clamping=
, a specific adhesive and info on how to use it. I can't do any of this,
bu=
t will be working with an experienced aircraft engineer, who is willing

to
=
give it a try.=20

Any help from this community would be appreciated. Or pointers to some
plac=
e or person who can assist.

Thanks,=20
Guy=20
Kestrel 19 CF-FGR