Saturday, April 23, 2022

Cheek Windows and Cowling

Yesterday I finished up the day by making a new cheek window. I fabricated a pair a couple of years ago and when I went to install them, I realized I cut them too short at the firewall. So, I had to remake them. Fortunately, the screw holes were already done and were correct, so I was somewhat easier to simply duplicate them. Anyway, got one made up last night and the other this morning. Got them both installed.

Then it was finally on to cowling. I just dove in and eight hours later I had the cowling mounted. I still have quite a bit of final sanding/fitting to do, but I'm happy with the result so far. Tomorrow I'll cut out the sides for the vents.