Originally posted by 7ECflyer
Thanks for all the comments. I'm intrigued with the idea of using monokote or monokote trim sheets. I'm a fan of using screws myself when possible, but this is a plain bubble canopy mounted on a slab-top fuselage. I do plan to paint the canopy, so I could use some kind of backing (like the small ply pieces) inside the canopy to screw it in to.
7ECflyer
I use trim to hold the canopy on cause I learned the trick from guys at my club who have been doing it for years.
I have a 150 size plane with the canopy held on with trim - looks neat - not permanent - keeps the muck out - I have had no problems at all with this and it stays on until you want it off
Remember to clean everything well before applying and make the overlaps facing the tail and the start/ finish in a place where you have not had to stretch the trim to get around a compound curve. I usually use two pieces - first around the rear of the canopy coming forward and the second around the front going toward the back.
If you are interested - PM me and I will post a picture !
I can't see a reason for using screws unless scale appearance is required!