I have just recieved my new BME 115 engine. This engine is going into a 37% BME Ultimate.

A rough fitting up indicates I'll have to cut a hole in the lower cowl for the carb to protrude through aproximately one inch due to the thick reed block.

If I want to hide the carb with a scoop grafted onto the cowl, should the opening face forward or
to the rear.

OR, should I just let it hang out in the air.