Today I tackled the windshield. I have never done a windshield using this method but I believe it is superior to gluing one on after the model is finished. All the fiddling is done and for the most part the windshield is complete. I will likely add some fillets to the lower edge once the initial glue sets up. I will also add some type of filler material to the backside, along the joints between the front and sides. I don't want these parts to come apart down the road so maybe something like fiberglass cloth.
The process went really smooth. I first mounted the base, centering it on the fuselage. Then I added the center portion, using a small piece of wood with a tiny notch in it to set the proper angle. Once the center was glued in place I added the sides. The sides have a slight bend to them. I pre-bent the parts with a little water, allowing the bend to set while the parts were strapped to a can.
I think the only item left to address is the locating and mounting of the motor ESC. Been a lot of work but this one is pretty much assembled and can move onto covering / painting.
SunDevilPilot
