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DIY Map Lights

Started by Flying_Fox, March 29, 2016, 06:25:27 PM

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March 29, 2016, 06:25:27 PM Last Edit: March 29, 2016, 06:34:53 PM by Flying_Fox
Speaking of map lights...  ;)

Here are mine, built for about $20 each of hardware parts from Home Depot.

The parts set:   :D



LED light (8 watts) painted black.
The U-shaped holder cut from aluminum profile:



Basically it's just assembly work, only 5 holes drilled in plastic parts and 3 holes in holder.






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:2cw:

Nick


jackpilot

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March 29, 2016, 07:08:01 PM
The Tank to bowl gasket is a killer...  :D
Well done.


Jack

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March 30, 2016, 05:46:56 AM
Very professional looking !!!
My 737-800 full-scale cockpit has been sold. Now onto my full-size military helicopter project. An AOPA member and LifeTime member of National Association of Flight Instructors. Please note that I am a self-employed professional cockpit builder that provides consulting to defense contractors and civilian schools and airlines.

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March 31, 2016, 11:36:59 AM
Justin Case...
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:D


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