Preheat and skylights

[jmvolpp]

Thanks to tips from a couple of the Alaskan tribe in the engine preheat thread of 2 months ago, the preheater shown in the attached pix fills the bill very nicely where electricity is not available. One could also cook breakfast on it if you had to! Unlike AK, I suspect, IN weather so far hasn't required its use much yet.

I've read with interest the skylight threads, and would sure like to join those who have them, not only for the extra headroom and visibility, but also for better access to the forward trim mechanism. Just when I thought I had it licked, it got cold and now it's back to being contrary - and I'm back to working it through the headliner zipper again. How close are any of you with skylights to MIE?

Mike V.

[flybikefarm]

Re: Preheat and skylights

Mike, A freind and I installed my skylight last night. The plane has no covering yet. All together it took us about 3 hours from start to finish including cutting and drilling the plexaglass. I'm over here in IL. if you want to come and take a look. Best to call first. 815-674-0494 George

[VictorBravo]

Re: Preheat and skylights

Flybikefarm, how is your skylight held onto the aircraft structure and at what points? Did you buy the Clayton STC or is this your own design?

[flybikefarm]

Re: Preheat and skylights

Yes I used the Clayton stc. He is a very knowledgeable person great to talk to. There is only four small pieces of tubing to weld on. You also have to remove the old brackets that held the stringers. Used a die grinder with cutoff wheel. Best way to drill the holes in the plexaglass is with a step drill that is made for sheet metal. Go fast enough so it doesn't gouge but slow enough so that it doesn't melt the plexaglass. George

[jmvolpp]

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Dang! I see the pix I tried to attach didn't magically appear like I thought they would. I uploaded them using the "Manage Attachments" button, but thinking I missed a step somewhere, just retried. At the end of the upload, nothing else happened to indicate it was successful or not - and it wasn't. I realize folks aren't lined up to see said pix, but wonder what went wrong with the attachment attempt?

Mike V.

PS George, thanks for the offer. I'll call sometime when I can blast over - looks like about a 2 hour trip.

[marc]

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howdy all,does anyone have clayton phone no. thanks marc n43643

[ken hecht]

Re: Preheat and skylights

check your other posting
ph. 907 488 4125

[Doc]

Re: Preheat and skylights

Howdy: It is easier to get Greg Clayton on his CP (907) 460-7036. Doc