I wanted to do a test run with one of the dome panels and try attaching one. I was curious what spacers, screw length and such I would need to get a good fit.
First I used one of the backs of the hinge and lined it up even with the edge of the panel.
Once I had the holes marked, I tried to find my center punch. I couldn't locate it so as a result, one of the holes I drilled wandered up a bit.
With the holes drilled with a 1/8 inch drill bit, I countersunk the hole so the 4-40 screws would fit flush. I screwed the bolt and nut together and could tell I would need something behind the hinge to accommodate for the curvature of the dome. I think a very small, rubber washer will be ideal.
I would like to also replace the 4-40 nuts with larger, 4-40 lock nuts with nylon inserts.
With that attached, here's how it looks from outside...
I think the process will work well. I just need to accommodate for the dome curvature with the hinge mount....and of course, find that center punch! No more wandering drill bits!
