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    Lesson learned: If the latch vibrates the knob and the door flies open, there’s a good chance the door will be seriously damaged. A Positive locking mechanism is Required. I removed the *.stl files from Facebook and continue to work the problem.[/QUOTE]


    What kind of damage was caused? The kitfox videos always show just unlatching the door and letting it go. Just wondering.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kitfox Pilot View Post
    Lesson learned: If the latch vibrates the knob and the door flies open, there’s a good chance the door will be seriously damaged. A Positive locking mechanism is Required. I removed the *.stl files from Facebook and continue to work the problem.

    What kind of damage was caused? The kitfox videos always show just unlatching the door and letting it go. Just wondering.[/QUOTE]

    The door frame bent and one weld broke completely. The bubble door shattered and fortunately none of the pieces fell off.

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