I already cut away the strip behind the leading edge. It was pretty much shattered. It was right on one of the ribs and broke about an 1/8th of and inch off of it. I know that rib will need to be rebuilt. As for the other cracks in the ribs, im not sure if a photo will show much. I can still take some pics if you would like Ken. I value your advice as I have read several of your posts and know that you know your stuff. I feel I have the repair figured out, but curious as to how much of a bow the balsa will allow without cracking. I will try and post some pics to show what I have done. If any of you guys have ideas that would make the repairs easier, im all ears. I have no problems with taking advice from you guys who know what I want to learn.