Jerry Bates Bearcat
Thanks Dave for the ideas. My preference is to have the flaps remain attached to the cowl only because with the flaps attached to the fuselage, I can envision the hinge line not always lining up every time I put the cowl back in place.
Similar to your "lifesaver" idea, I was thinking of fashioning some form of slotted track that the actuator pin can engage allowing the cowl to be slid on and off.
By the way, I love the various parts you have machined for your Bearcat! You are doing a beautiful job...
Who's retracts are you using? I know Darrell Tinney (of Sierra) is working on a set of Bearcat gear.
Regards!
Paul