Windscreen Installation

[Greasemonkey]

Is the windscreen physically attached to the bootcowl or does it just float in between the cowl and the windscreen extrusion? When I removed my old one, it was only siliconed into place. It was attached on top with 6 screws and the side pieces with 4 each side (which apply pressure only).

[Pearson]

Re: Windscreen Installation

Most Taylorcraft I have seen have the windshield just sitting on the boot cowl. Awhile back someone on this forum was selling a rubber gasket thing that attached to the bottom of the windshield and cushioned it against the boot cowl. I don't recall who it was selling these, or if they might still have some left. You might try doing a search here to come up with a name if they don't chime in soon.

[Greasemonkey]

Re: Windscreen Installation

Thanks, I talked to Tom Baker today and he has the windscreen seal and some helpful information. I pretty sure I have it under control.

P.S. A frustrating day with a ground up restoration, is still better than a good day at work!

[VictorBravo]

Re: Windscreen Installation

Is the windscreen physically attached to the bootcowl or does it just float in between the cowl and the windscreen extrusion?

No, most of them also have some sort of Duct Tape involved !

My 1940 airplane has it sandwiched between the formed lip of the boot cowl and the formed aluminum strip. The screws that hold this strip in place do not go through the windshield. It is basically a clamp.

In my opinion it is wise to have one or two pieces of thin closed cell foam weatherstrip in there, so that the windshield is clamped between foam instead of metal. Model Airplane "wing seating tape" or bicycle handlebar "grip tape" or "tennis racket foam grip tape" will work well. This also gives you a water and wind seal. It is also a very good idea to apply a clear flexible tape across the joint so that water or fuel cannot get under the windshield and inside the cabin.

[Ray36048]

Re: Windscreen Installation

Could you most more detailed information about what you are getting from Tom Baker and how to contact him?