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Old 03-19-2015 | 05:25 PM
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Hi everyone,

I want to make an access panel in the fiberglass engine cowling for one of my models. One of the components needed is a latch. I found one that will probably work but it doesn't look scale at all. Does anyone have any suggestions. Any input is appreciated. Thanks!
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Small rare earth magnets work great. A thin washer attached to the door or on a small tab just behind the door works for the magnet to hold onto.
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Make sure you hinge it on the forward edge so that it doesn't come open in flight.
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+1 on the small earth magnets. Best way to keep everything clean.
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Magnets it is. Thanks guys.

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