Fellow Contender Owner's:

I finally got around to the cowling. Because I have installed a .60 OS FX, a lot of material had to be removed from the
side pieces. Also, if built according to the plans, I would never be able to remove the engine with out completely tearing it apart
(trashing it) in the event of major engine trouble.

So, I elected to modify it some. The pictures show the finished product. I have screwed (recessed) the two front
blocks on, and the bottom (functional scoop). I will have to cut the covering to access, but that's better than breaking
glue joints. I made a deck or shelf between the functional scoop and the fuselage, so that the air flow is directed
toward the rear of the engine compartment. I fuel proofed the inside of the scoop and painted it black.

The plane is going to be covered in bright yellow with 1" sqs of yellow and black on the bottom of the wing
and control surfaces. I am about read to begin covering the control surfaces. I have used single pcs. of
4-40 rod for each control surface for the plastic DuBro hinges instead of the cotter keys on all control surfaces.

I am going to assy. and balance before I cover with all equipment installed. Laterally and axially.

Wish me luck on the covering. This will be my first complete job. I really think this kit is a bit much
for a first timer. That cowling is a @#*+*.