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Scale modelers who intend to compete with the Thunderbolt will no doubt want a scale sliding
canopy mechanism. There are several online articles as well as companies that offer hardware
designed to create a sliding canopy. The following is one option that eliminates the complexity of
canopy rails, yet achieves the OPEN/CLOSED positions while making the canopy readily
removable for painting or cockpit service. Using "Rare Earth Magnets"
the canopy can be
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configured to simulate scale operation. Start by taping the canopy parts into position:
Some 'relief' will be required to
properly fit canopy parts to
fuselage.
Using the same type of small round rare earth magnet as were used for the fuselage Service
Hatch, mark the location of the magnets then remove canopy material so that magnet will fit
"flush" (even) with the surface of the canopy.
The magnets are then glued into position using a mixture of 30 minute epoxy and cut glass.
BEFORE GLUING, magnets and gluing surfaces MUST be cleaned with Alcohol or other
solvent to achieve a clean surface and superior bond.
Magnets are positioned by placing opposing magnets on the underside of canopy. Canopy frame
is taped firmly in place while epoxy sets.
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