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    Ahh, I'll try that. Thanks Dave.
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    I had frequent problems with the door weatherstripping coming loose even though I don't crack my doors open. I finally used a 3M neoprene weatherstipping adhesive that someone recommended on this forum and it seems to have solved the problem for good. Wish I could remember the exact name and part # but its out at the hangar. Its black and works like contact cement-apply to both surfaces, let dry, then press together. Its sold at auto body supply shops.
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    I replaced my door seals last winter with these:
    https://www.realworktrucks.com/d-shaped-rubber-seal-trim-lok-x1153bt.html

    They have 3M Acrylic Automotive grade tape and so far are holding up great.
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    Default Re: Ventilation

    I used a combo of https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    and https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Update:
    The Amazon stuff didn't hold up very well. I ordered the stuff from the link in the post above and so far it is holding up well.
    Last edited by desertdave; 08-10-2021 at 06:45 PM.
    Dave
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    Gary ~

    I tried the open door for a short while until the door opened in flight. The flutter that ensued shattered the door frame and bubble. Longer story short, I now use the SnapVent and installation wasn’t that bad. Here’s my YouTube video on how I did it. https://youtu.be/45QSf4vaH2k

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    Default Re: Ventilation

    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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