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g. Bias-cut a piece of appropriate nylon parachute cloth for new section, allowing at least 3-inches of
extra fabric on each raw edge. Position new fabric so that the selvedge edges lie parallel to and
overlap the diagonal seams.
h. Turn-under the edges along the diagonal seams ½-inch so that the turned edges are aligned with
the outside edges of the diagonal seams. Secure to the table with pushpins.
i.
Turn-under the edges along the radial seam so the folded edges are aligned with the center of the
radial seams. Measure 1-inch from the outside edge of the radial seams as a guide and cut off
the excess material. Turn-under the edges along the radial seam so the folded edge is aligned
with the outside edge of the radial seam.
j.
Baste all edges and remove the pushpins.
k. Using a light duty sewing machine and size E, nylon thread, sew a row of stitches, 7 to 11 stitches
per inch, around the outside edge of the new section.
l.
Turn the canopy right-side-out. Using a light-duty sewing machine and size E, nylon thread, sew a
row of stitches, 7 to 11 stitches per inch, around the inside edge of the new section.
m. Remove all basting; make certain the radial tape moves freely in the channel.
3. Section 5. Replace as follows (see illustrations A and B below and next page):
A. Inside View
