I have used MonoKote on some cockpits, and painted others. I prefer brush-on paint, as it never lifts or bubbles like covering usually does. If it is exposed to any exhaust or fuel, use some dope or other fuel proof paint, if not, artists acrylic paint goes on nice with water clean-up. I've also used the stone finish spray paints which is almost like the old spatter finish they used to use in auto trunks. It gives a nice texture on large cockpits. For the Hog, I think I'd just use some black or gray dope.