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Here are the finished panels after primer...still need to cut map pockets. I chose to modify
stock vario hinges for front doors, Yes they overlap the windows on the fullsize.Tubes
will be added to further enhance the scale appearance of the hinges.
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Magnet pockets
visable here on front door, more on this later...
Some of the carbon
strip used to create door jambs and strengthen the openings for
luggage compartments.
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Luggage door
in closed position, latches coming ... DOOR in open position showing
compartment.
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Robart hinges
modified and tacked in place with flex-zap. Epoxy will follow with
bolts
and then Inner
skin overlap. Inner skin coming.(balsa)
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Balsa 1/8" used
to create removable comaprtments for luggage bays!
When they are
out , retracts are easy to reach! They are very light and will be
sealed using
sanding sealer and primer, with diamond plate or carpet on
floor. They will
come out for retract access if need be.
Now we have to
look for mini-luggage!
MORE TO FOLLOW!