Whats the best way to glass back in cockpit floor?

[paw2000]

Hi, I had to have my 2 fuel tanks removed to repair their supports and to have them cleaned and painted. So my cockpit was cut to lift the tanks out. the tanks are 150 gal each. The opening was cut on a bevel so when the floor will be set back it won't drop thru. Whats the best way to glass this back in place. The section is about 8ft by 4ft.

I was thinking of attaching perimeter supports and setting the section back and then filling the gap with resin.

On this type of repair, is it better to use polyester resin or a product like west system epoxy?

 

[BWT]

Re: Whats the best way to glass back in cockpit floor?

Are you looking for a permanently fixed cover, or one that could be removed down the road if need be? Sounds like you're talking about a fixed approach, but I am from the school of thought that if you had to get in there once, you never know if you'll have to get in there again; and as long as half of the work is already done (floor cut out) might not be a bad idea to anticipate it... Not trying to talk you into anything, just playing devils advocate

 

[paw2000]

Re: Whats the best way to glass back in cockpit floor?

Well this is the 2nd time the floor was cut. previous owner about 10yrs ago had the tanks welded. So it was cut then, I was thinking making it like a big hatch, but how would i fasten it down? I won't have access to the underside. If I made it a big hatch, I guess i need to strengthen the perimeter of the opening, and have a way to screw the hatch down.

If you have any ideas i appreciate it.