I personally don't agree there is any significant distortion there.
But should there be a little, wouldn't it make better sense to install
the windshield after the engine, so that the windshield isn't under
constant stress?
Regards,
Fred F., A063
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> Cheers,
> ` I take it from passing traffic that it is suggested that the
> windshield be installed prior to hanging the engine. To me, this infers that
> the weight distorts the structure sufficiently to misalign the fuselage.
> If that is so - then could not one do this dirty deed, but
> support the engine so as relieve the forward fuselage? How this would be
> done escapes me at the moment, but it may be necessary due to timing here.
> Brilliant minds requested to contemplate. Others like mine also
> welcome.
> Happy Landings
> Ferg A064
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