Bruce's custom covers for our Zenith's - Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers2024-03-29T04:58:31Zhttps://zenith.aero/forum/topics/bruce-s-custom-covers-for-our-zenith-s?commentId=2606393%3AComment%3A618734&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThey blamed it on me for not…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-15:2606393:Comment:6192952018-03-15T07:01:48.502ZWayne Tysonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/WayneTyson482
<p>They blamed it on me for not measuring properly. I didn't want to fight it out with them.</p>
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<p>They blamed it on me for not measuring properly. I didn't want to fight it out with them.</p>
<p></p> Wayne, I would hope for the p…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-15:2606393:Comment:6189932018-03-15T00:37:11.291ZDavid J. Beaulieuhttps://zenith.aero/profile/DavidJBeaulieu
<p>Wayne, I would hope for the price that fitment issues are nonexistent ;)</p>
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<p>Wayne, I would hope for the price that fitment issues are nonexistent ;)</p>
<p></p> Be careful to measure it care…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-14:2606393:Comment:6191642018-03-14T22:31:58.522ZWayne Tysonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/WayneTyson482
<p>Be careful to measure it carefully. The staff leaves something to be desired. They made mine a bit off, but I'm eating it because I don't want to get my blood pressure up.</p>
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<p>Out here in the dry and windy West, grit <em>will</em> be an issue.</p>
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<p>I would still use the cover, but I've been thinking of having some exterior window covers made up from old sheets in multiple sets so I can attach them with velcro before putting the top on. That way, I can just change them…</p>
<p>Be careful to measure it carefully. The staff leaves something to be desired. They made mine a bit off, but I'm eating it because I don't want to get my blood pressure up.</p>
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<p>Out here in the dry and windy West, grit <em>will</em> be an issue.</p>
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<p>I would still use the cover, but I've been thinking of having some exterior window covers made up from old sheets in multiple sets so I can attach them with velcro before putting the top on. That way, I can just change them out after a sandstorm. Yes, I'm paranoid about scratches. Back East, sandstorms might not be an issue, depending upon whether or not you're landing on the beach or farm fields.</p>
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<p>Yes, the sun reflector is a good idea, but I would use a cover too for longer periods of being tied down.</p>
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<p>W</p> Thanks Jim, appreciate the in…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-14:2606393:Comment:6190842018-03-14T20:39:32.494ZDavid J. Beaulieuhttps://zenith.aero/profile/DavidJBeaulieu
<p>Thanks Jim, appreciate the insight.</p>
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<p>Dave</p>
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<p>Thanks Jim, appreciate the insight.</p>
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<p>Dave</p>
<p></p> Dave,
I have the Bruce trave…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-14:2606393:Comment:6187342018-03-14T16:31:18.534ZJames R Depfer Sr.https://zenith.aero/profile/JamesRDepferSr
Dave,<br />
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I have the Bruce travel model cover and have used it about 6-8 times when traveling to the outer banks of North Caroline. Its windy there quite often, being right off of the ocean. I've never had any grit problems.<br />
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It can be hard to control the cover when trying to install it yourself in the wind. I would suggest that during the test install, you put an orientation mark on the cover so that it is easier to position the cover thereafter. The cover is nice and snug after installing the…
Dave,<br />
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I have the Bruce travel model cover and have used it about 6-8 times when traveling to the outer banks of North Caroline. Its windy there quite often, being right off of the ocean. I've never had any grit problems.<br />
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It can be hard to control the cover when trying to install it yourself in the wind. I would suggest that during the test install, you put an orientation mark on the cover so that it is easier to position the cover thereafter. The cover is nice and snug after installing the stretchable straps so I don't believe a thicker cover would help if there was any grit blowing around.<br />
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I've been very pleased with the cover.<br />
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Jim Thanks Wayne, I hear you on t…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-14:2606393:Comment:6187302018-03-14T15:01:30.623ZDavid J. Beaulieuhttps://zenith.aero/profile/DavidJBeaulieu
<p>Thanks Wayne, I hear you on the grit being an issue when trapped between the cover and the windscreen,etc. In that regard, maybe the heavier version would be better. I am looking to keep bird crap, pine pitch, pollen, frost, etc off the sunroof and windscreen while camping out. I think a simple foldable sun reflector (like they use on cars) on the inside would help with protecting the panel and interior stuff.</p>
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<p>Dave</p>
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<p>Thanks Wayne, I hear you on the grit being an issue when trapped between the cover and the windscreen,etc. In that regard, maybe the heavier version would be better. I am looking to keep bird crap, pine pitch, pollen, frost, etc off the sunroof and windscreen while camping out. I think a simple foldable sun reflector (like they use on cars) on the inside would help with protecting the panel and interior stuff.</p>
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<p>Dave</p>
<p></p> I bought the light one but ha…tag:zenith.aero,2018-03-13:2606393:Comment:6188852018-03-13T22:42:50.830ZWayne Tysonhttps://zenith.aero/profile/WayneTyson482
I bought the light one but haven't used it yet. I'm afraid of the wind blowing it around and grit getting underneath. I planned to use mine on trips. To tell you the truth, I'm torn between a cover and a sheet on the inside when it's not in the hangar.<br />
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I bought the light one but haven't used it yet. I'm afraid of the wind blowing it around and grit getting underneath. I planned to use mine on trips. To tell you the truth, I'm torn between a cover and a sheet on the inside when it's not in the hangar.<br />
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