Originally Posted by
Zippi
I hear ya. How does the painted fiberglass hold up under the sun? I've seen some sort of ring on the front of the cowl on some of the build threads. What's the purpose of that? Does the Caelus have one ?
The ring might be the carbon fiber motor mounting plate, for front mounted motors. Mine is a rear mount motor, a plywood mount is available. The paint looks like automotive grade...I'll bet it holds up fine.