The cowling is the most painful part of the project. The initial pieces had such a ridiculous fit that I called the factory to see if something was wrong with my kit. I don't have the proper tool for setting solid rivets and the channel lock method really didn't work well for me. There are multiple "cocked" rivets, really a mess. I need to drill out the rivets, buy a proper rivet setting tool, and start over. Counter sinking the thin metal firewall was also difficult. I was nervous about taking away too much material and not leaving anything for the rivet to hang on. Of course, taking away too little leaves high or cocked rivets again.

Any recommendations for an affordable riveting tool?