The only part of this model I didn't like was the gear fairings. I haven't mounted them yet 'cause I really didn't think they would stay put. How has it worked for you others?

I mounted the canopy per plans, since it was like the Somethin' Extra, and I was always happy with it in that model (and I changed the pilot several times).

Just for kicks, not that I can tell you it will always work, here is what I did for the engine: That cowl is SO perfect, I just couldn't cut it up. So I inverted the engine, to keep the head cowled. But then the muffler wanted to stick out. So after weeks of debate, and the reality that no muffler, even the Slimlines, would stay within that narrow cowl, I got a real small Topflite header, and built my own muffler out of copper pipe. It is a bit heavier than stock, by .8 oz, but since I needed weight anyway, that didn't bother me. I think the Saito would be even easier to fully cowl.

If you want to see more, I'll take a pic and post it.

Gordon