cutting hole in wind screen

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cutting hole in wind screen

Postby dfcpac » Tue Apr 25, 2017 6:23 pm

does any one know what size hole I have to cut for the fuel cap in the wind screen. what is the best way of doing this

thanks

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Re: cutting hole in wind screen

Postby onex28 » Tue Apr 25, 2017 7:06 pm

Check your plans for size and location, I believe it is about 4.5". Find some on who knows how to use a fly cutter and make sure the cutting tool is turned the proper way. You want the bevel on the scrap piece, not the windscreen.

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Re: cutting hole in wind screen

Postby wlarson861 » Tue Apr 25, 2017 11:43 pm

I installed snap vents in the sides or my windshield and found a hole saw works well. I used the hole saw while the windshield was mounted and had no problem. A fly cutter must be used in a drill press with the Lexan firmly clamped. A hole saw in the drill press is ideal, the downside is buying one for just one hole.
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Re: cutting hole in wind screen

Postby WaiexN143NM » Wed Apr 26, 2017 12:36 am

Hi all,
Yep just like bill said a hole saw works well, winscreen mounted on fuse, a shop vac is good to catch all the mess. Dont be timid, that lexan is tough.

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