Canard Gap Seal Tape

[azb5gh]

Todd, where does one get the clear gap seal tape used on the bottom of the canards?

I've looked at Aircraft-Spruce & 3M and came up empty each time.

The tape on N735GH is not adhering in some spots and needs to be replaced.

Thanks

Adam

[kwmoore]

Note that if you have your airplane teflon-coated (e.g., Wingwaxers) to protect the paint, the canard gap seal tape will NOT stick.

[azb5gh]

The gap seal tape was installed by Todd and has been sticking its best for about 2 years. It has just decided recently to give up.

I don't think the area where the tape is located has been teflon-coated.

[witrakw]

what, where, and why is the "canard gap seal" and does it do any good???

new one on me.
thanks bill

[azb5gh]

It probably does not make any difference whether or not it is installed, but it is not sticking any more and I would like to get it replaced.

The canard gap seal tape was installed by Todd, it is a 2" wide strip of clear tape (thicker than packing tape) that runs spanwise underneath the canard to cover the gap between the movable and fixed parts.

[Todd Peterson]

I apologize for being late with the info. We are finishing up a bunch of airplanes and I just haven't had the time to keep up with the forum.

The tape I use for gap sealing in 3M Scotchcal Paint Protection Film. You can get it at your local NAPA or auto parts store usually.

To be honest I don't really know if the seals really help all that much. They sure don't hurt anything and they may help a little.