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    Re: some panels

    baro panel milled:

    font: Futura Md BT 15 points (4 mm.)
    I started above the panel and dropped down 0.1 mm. a few times.
    30 degr bit diam .25 overstep 50%
    after it I brushed it real gentle with a soft toothbrush.

    I start to like the OC switches, but you can see light leaking on the left and right
    side of the buttons, a bit of black paint will be enough to tackle that.
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    Re: some panels

    That looks great! Did you use an endmill? I have the issue with the light leakage too, so I put a small, tight-fitting felt skirt on the buttons to block the light. Have you built any annunciators or korries yet? I started experimenting with landing gear indicators Saturday and I am very encouraged by my reults. I should have something to post later in the week. So many aspects of cockpit building to deal with!!

    Buddy

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    Re: some panels

    no endmill, everything with a 3 mm. bit,
    I made the holes for the switches square by hand.
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    Re: some panels

    Quote Originally Posted by flatlandpilot View Post
    I start to like the OC switches, but you can see light leaking on the left and right
    side of the buttons, a bit of black paint will be enough to tackle that.
    Can I take that back ?
    Now I know that when you use 2 panel layers that paint
    easy wants to suck in between the acryl.

    Now I use black kit that doesn't walk capilair
    When once you have tasted flight,
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